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Declaration of Nullity Ministries
T
hrough the years, many Catholics have
been wounded as a result of a difficult
marriage ending in a civil divorce.
These wounds extend to the entire family.
Programs designed for those affected by
divorce are developed with the intention to
build a relationship with God and allow His
Mercy to heal wounds steeped in pain.
These programs exist to bring hope and
healing to those who have experienced loss,
suffering and loneliness as the result of a
broken marriage.
Advocates for Annulments Ministry
A
t a Deacon Convocation in 2015, the
Archbishop of Denver asked his deacons
to step up activities and receive certification
in a more active annulment process. Deacons
are great advocates for those seeking to get
their affairs right with the Church.
While many of the deacons were already
advocates, the deacon community respond-
ed and represent the bulk of the advocates
in the Archdiocese. These advocates meet
with the petitioner and walk with them on
their journey through completion of the an-
nulment process. The petitioner often shares
many difficulties in their life that allows the
deacon to provide the tools needed for God
to heal.
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Deacon Charles Hahn
dcncharleshahn@gmail.com
303.867.9178 x 265
Separated and Divorced Ministry
T
he Surviving Divorce Program is based
on the teachings of the Catholic Church
and is a confidential service. Participants
journey through the grieving and healing
process with the guidance of trained facilita-
tors who have experienced the journey. Indi-
viduals who attend gain wisdom and comfort
as they give witness to their pain and loss,
while discovering a deeper understanding of
God's love for them. They receive the healing
power of Christ through the Church and the
Sacraments. Deacons are a liaison between
the diocese, the pastor, and the program team
to provide support, counseling, guidance and
spiritual direction.
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Deacon Charles Hahn
dcncharleshahn@gmail.com
303.867.9178 x 265
Deacon Michael Seback
mseback@stmarylittleton.org
303.570.5878
Deacon Charles Schultz
cc4schultz@yahoo.com
