The Office of Family Ministry works with parishes to provide a variety of services that support and minister to families, whether these families are traditional, single parent, blended, or extended.  Many of these programs are focused on supporting couples. 

One of the things we have learned over the past years is that demands on today’s families can be overwhelming and that as a church we need to be more creative and flexible in providing workshops and programs. 

Programs offered are:

• When Families Marry - Helps engaged couples discuss important aspects of their lives and plan for a lifetime together.
• Redeeming State - Addresses blended family issues of stepfamily structure and step parenting.
• REFOCCUS - A marriage enrichment program helping couples reflect on how their marriage has grown and changed, celebrating their strengths and seeking healing in their struggles.
• Parenting Classes - Programs geared toward parenting infants and toddlers, dealing with school age children, or efforts focused on adolescents.
• Marriage and Family Counseling - Provides therapy to individuals, couples, and families including play therapy for younger children.  These services are based on a sliding scale.

Contact: (to schedule other programs at Parishes)

Louise Dillion – Program Director for Office of Family Ministry
Ph: 601-355-8634
Fx: 601-960-8493