Catechumens

When the Church has hurt you

You do not have to deny the harm to seek Christ.

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Your next steps

  1. Choose your starting pointKeep a question and choose a short reading.
  2. Choose help by purposeSeparate safety, reporting, pastoral care, and private learning.
  3. Choose a small prayer practiceOpen its supporting resources and adjust the rhythm.

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A simple prayer when you want to return

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Marriage questions: what can be said before a case review

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When the Church has hurt you

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When family or a spouse opposes your interest

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Request disability and accessibility support

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Urgent illness, danger of death, or need for a priest

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Common questions

Questions about this path

Do I have to return to the same parish?

Must I forgive before reporting?

Can I explore anonymously?

How do I find trauma-informed pastoral care?

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