Divine Mercy Parish

318 Division St.
Bellevue, KY 41073
(859) 261-6172

St. Bernard Parish

401 Berry St.
Dayton, KY 41074
(859) 261-8506
Rev. Martin Pitstick, Pastor
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Crisis Resources

Jesus said: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

Whatever your crisis, there are resources and loving people who can help you:

Addictions
Alcoholism
Alzheimer’s Disease
Counseling
Death of a Loved One
Delinquent/Troubled Child
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Elderly Issues
End of Life Issues
Financial Crisis
Gambling Problems
Homeless
Homosexual (Same Sex) Attraction
Infertility
Marriage Difficulties
Mental Health
Natural Disaster
Overeating / Eating disorders
Pornography
Post-Abortive Healing

Pregnancy Crisis
Suicide
The Spiritual Battle

Addictions

Quit Smoking at QuitDay.org

We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. (The Second of 12 Steps)

Substance Abuse Resources of Northern Kentucky (859)431-1077

Narcotics Anonymous and Related Sites in the US

North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292

For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.

Catholic Charities (859)581-8974

For assistance with mental health and substance abuse services.

St. Elizabeth Drug Treatment (859)301-5966

Guiding you from rehab to recovery.

Addiction Center

For 24/7 Treatment Help Call:(877) 655-5116

Alcoholism

“We admitted that we were powerless over (name your problem) — that our lives had become unmanageable.”
(The First of 12 Steps)

Alcoholics Anonymous (The Official Site)

Alcoholics Anonymous of Northern Kentucky (859) 491-7181

Al-Anon Resources of Northern Kentucky (859) 277-1877

St. Elizabeth Alcohol Treatment (859)301-5966

North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292



Alzheimer’s Disease

My son, be steadfast in honoring your father; do not grieve him as long as he lives. Even if his mind fails, be considerate of him; do not revile him because you are in your prime. Kindness to a father will not be forgotten; it will serve as a sin offering—it will take lasting root. In time of trouble it will be recalled to your advantage, like warmth upon frost it will melt away your sins.” (Sirach 3:12-15)


Find help for those dealing with the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease for a loved one:

Alzheimer’s Disease

Locate care facilities for Alzheimer’s patients

Counseling

North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292

For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Covington (859)581-8974

St. Elizabeth Behavioral Health (859)301-5900

Death of a Loved One

Death and Tragedy

Diocesan Support Group for Loss of a Spouse

Delinquent/Troubled Child

Troubled Youth

Divorce

Dealing with Marriage Difficulties

Divorce & Anulements

Domestic Violence

Women’s Crisis Center (859)491-3335

Providing crisis intervention services to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse and rape.

St. Elizabeth Domestic Violence Program (859)572-3618

Elderly Issues

Adult Protective Services (859) 292-6550
to report abuse or neglect (including self-neglect)

Northern Kentucky Area Development District (859) 283-1885
in-home case managed services (meals light housekeeping, bathing help…)

Legal Aid (859) 431-8200
Guardianship Counseling, Limited Power of Atty, Bill Paying…

Catholic Charities (859) 581-8974

Alzheimer’s Resources


End of Life Issues

Catholic teaching on:
End of life issues

 

St. Elizabeth Hospice


Financial Crisis

Local Saint Vincent de Paul Society (859)341-3219

For rent assistance, utility assistance, clothing vouchers, food assistance, and medical equipment assistance.

Gambling Problems

We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him. (The Third of 12 Steps)

Gambler’s Anonymous


Homeless

Welcome House of Northern Kentucky (859)431-8717

For individuals and families who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.


Homosexual (Same Sex) Attraction

What does the Church teach about same sex marriages?

Homosexuality

Help for Those Struggling with Homosexuality

Courage Apostolate: How to Deal with Same Sex Attractions

Why Homosexual Unions are not Marriages


Infertility

The Challenge of Infertility


Marriage Difficulties

Marriage Resources

Mental Health

Mental Health of Southwest OH Support Groups Clearinghouse

St. Elizabeth Medical Center Resource Links (859)655-7400

North Key Community Care (859)331-3292

For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.

Catholic Charities (859)581-8974


Natural Disaster

Red Cross (513)579-3000

Catholic Charities (859)581-8974

Overeating / Eating disorders

Overeaters Anonymous of Greater Cincinnati (513) 921-1922



Pornography

It is not easy for man, wounded by sin, to maintain moral balance. Christ’s gift of salvation offers us the grace necessary to persevere in the pursuit of the virtues. Everyone should always ask for this grace of light and strength, frequent the sacraments, cooperate with the Holy Spirit, and follow his calls to love what is good and shun evil. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 1811)

 The  Harmful Effects of Pornography

Young Men Breaking Free

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops speak out on Pornography

Chastity.com articles on Pornography

Sexaholics Anonymous


Post-Abortion Healing

Project Rachel: Post Abortion Reconciliation and Healing (859)392-1547

Hope After Abortion

Healing Hearts


Pregnancy Crisis

A voice was heard in Ramah, wailing and loud lamentation, Rachel weeping for her children; she refused to be consoled, because they were no more. (Mat 1:18)

Option Line: 1-800-395-HELP

Unplanned Pregnancy Help Centers

Crisis Pregnancy Centers in Kentucky (859)391-1725

Elizabeth New Life Center (Southern Ohio)

Life Call: Resources for Pregnant Women and their Babies

Care Net NKY

The Nurturing Network

Catholic Charities (859)581-8974


Suicide

Finding himself in the midst of the (spiritual) battlefield man has to struggle to do what is right, and it is at great cost to himself, and aided by God’s grace, that he succeeds in achieving his own inner integrity. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 409)

Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK

Suicide Prevention Resource List

For Those Considering Suicide

What does the Catechism of the Catholic Church say about suicide?

Is it forbidden by the fifth commandment?



The Spiritual Struggle

St. Paul wrote: “I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate.” (Rom 7:15)

Catholics receive spiritual strength from Christ through Prayer, meditating on God’s Word;and through the Sacraments .

“Christ now acts through the sacraments he instituted to communicate his grace.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 1084)

“While he is in the flesh, man cannot help but have at least some light sins. But … if you take them for light when you weigh them, tremble when you count them. A number of light objects makes a great mass; a number of drops fills a river; a number of grains makes a heap. What then is our hope? Above all, confession.” (St. Augustine, 354-430 A.D, as quoted in the Catechism of the Catholic Church)

“So I ask you not to lose heart… be strengthened with might through his Spirit… that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have power to comprehend… what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” Eph 3:13-19

For additional spiritual guidance in time of need, click on “Answers to Life’s Difficult Questions.” Or Got to EWTN’s Catholic Q&A

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