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A Parable about Marriage
Five people walk into an Italian restaurant. Each is given a plate of spaghetti. The first person receives a full plate of long noodles coated in a rich red sauce, dotted with huge meatballs and finished with a sprinkling of fresh parmesan and parsley. It smells warm and inviting. The second person receives a…
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Mary Flores’ Journey from Abuse to Freedom
In this interview, Mary Flores shares her story from non-profit ministry to marriage and family life to post-abuse recovery.
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Finding Beauty and Healing When You Feel Broken by Abuse
Brokenness does not always indicate a problem, mistake, or failure. It can simply be an indication of transition, change, and renewal. When we look at ourselves and our relationships, we need to let go of the judgement of others which we’ve internalized. We need to once again see the beauty in brokenness rather than…
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The Importance of Being Seen and Heard for Victims of Abuse
A huge part of healing from abuse is being seen and heard. Having your feelings validated can mean a lot. Knowing for sure that this is abuse, that you are not crazy, that it’s not your fault, are big steps towards getting help and healing from abuse.
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Words for a Wife Betrayed (a poem)
Oh broken-hearted friend all this suffering is not your fault! You were deceived and abused— your heart crushed by the one whose job was to protect it.
helping Catholic women in abusive relationships grow in freedom and faith
Welcome.
Whether you are looking for resources for yourself or a friend, we are here to help. Divorce, annulment and abuse are not topics frequently addressed by priests and parishioners in the Catholic church. This can leave many women feeling confused, alone, and helpless. We want to have those difficult conversation about what abuse looks like, how to find help in an abusive relationship, how to heal after leaving a bad relationship, what divorce and annulment look like, and more.
