Priests are people, too! They grew up in families, they still have families, they shepherd their parish families, and they know the struggles! Sometimes you just need a wise and holy priest to listen and maybe offer some words of understanding, guidance and encouragement.
Fr. Justin Freeman, Fr. Kenneth Breen, Fr. Joseph Eddy, Fr. Daniel Bowen and other Mercedarian friars are available for free pastoral consultation appointments. During your appointment, the priest will offer the guidance of the Catholic Church, a listening ear, and pastoral care. Be assured of confidentiality** during your priestly consultation. If you need to make additional appointments, you are free to schedule with us.
Fill-out the form below to schedule your appointment. We will reply with time availabilites. Thank you!
Our focuses are: 1. Individuals and families in crisis of various kinds 2. Marriage enrichment help 3. Those affected by divorce/separation If you do not fall into these catagories, be sure to check-out our outside resources page for help/outreach.
*Select cities for in-person pastoral consultations and/or spiritual direction are listed below. To learn more or to make an appointment for an in-person meeting, click here to email our Executive Director.
Philadelphia, PA
Cleveland, OH
Columbus, OH
St. Petersburg, FL
**Confidentiality Clause: Meetings with a priest follow the confidentiality principles of internal forum. However, private information may be disclosed without consent in order to protect the client or the public from serious harm - if, for example a client disloses plans to attempt suicide or harm another person.