The Divorced Catholic’s Guide to Parenting

 

"I commend Lynn Cassella-Kapusinski for shining light on a common, but difficult to address, topic. She offers wisdom for parents on how, with God’s grace, to raise their children after the pain of separation. Not only does she communicate the teaching of the Church, but she also offers insightful, practical details, stemming from her own experience as a counselor, that will
greatly benefit divorced parents in supporting and guiding their children.”

— Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, Archdiocese of Denver

“The Divorced Catholics Guide to Parenting is a welcome follow-up to Lynn’s earlier works. Drawing from the best of the psychological sciences, the Church’s teachings, and her own experiences, this newest addition demonstrates a thoughtful coincidence of wisdom with approachability and practicality. Lynn’s book and ministry are great gifts to the Archdiocese of Baltimore and beyond.”

— Archbishop William E. Lori, Archdiocese of Baltimore
 

“Lynn Cassella-Kapusinski’s book, The Divorced Catholic’s Guide to Parenting, is an answer to the calling of the whole Christian community to accompany with attention and care those who have endured the effects of divorce. Offering professional and personal insights, it is a timely
resource particularly to help treat and heal the wounds suffered by the most innocent and vulnerable — the children of divorce.”

— Wilton Cardinal Gregory, Archdiocese of

Washington, D.C.

 

“Divorced parents can worry a little less; this book—written from a faithfully Catholic perspective—is loaded with practical help for Mom and Dad. It’s based on sound psychology, the truths of the Catholic faith, and Lynn’s own powerful and poignant insights as an adult child of divorce. Rightfully, it orders the content to help you stabilize your child’s emotions first before diving into
the deeper issues. . . As Catholics, Lynn reminds us God stills heals and with our cooperation even brings great good from it. Let her accompany you as you accompany your child: to enter the wounds with God, embrace the cross, and grow in holiness—even happiness!"

— Rose Sweet, Author of Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family

 

“A remarkable book to aid divorced parents in pastorally walking with their child who has been affected by divorce. Lynn once more writes a great resource for families who seek healing. She provides practical and poignant steps that divorced parents can take to aid their child. Lynn
captures the reality that it is faith in God that will be an anchor for all dealing with loss and pain.”
— Michael Donaldson, MTS, Senior Director for

Office of Life, Justice and Peace,

Archdiocese of Los Angeles, CA

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"Lynn is a licensed clinical professional counselor and pastoral counselor who speaks from the advantage point of being a child of divorce, and she taps into the real concerns and issues that children face in divorce. I would hope that any couple facing divorce, who have children, would purchase this book as it brings hope and a way forward. I might also add that there is a very good resource list in the back of the book."

— Kathy Schmugge, MTS, Director of Family Life,
Diocese of Charleston, SC

 

"The Divorced Catholic’s Guide To Parenting" is an indispensable tool for helping children cope with divorce. The book reads easily as the author guides us through her own personal experiences, and offers practical suggestions in sound wisdom. Most importantly, Lynn sheds light on what the Catholic Church teaches in these critical situations which is often a great source of confusion for many parents seeking guidance. I highly recommend this book and pray that all divorced parents will read it."

— Lisa Duffy, Author of Mending The Heart: A Catholic
Annulment Companion

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Now What Do I Do?

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“This book is a unique weaving of spirituality, psychological insight, and the author’s personal
triumph as a child of divorced parents. I cannot think of another resource for adolescents on this important topic that is so well done.”
— The Most Reverend Edwin F. O’Brien, Apostolic Administrator, Archdiocese of Baltimore

 

“This guide, written as a workbook to help teens put the spotlight on their very personal situation, rings with authenticity and truth. I especially commend the author for pointing out that all of us are “human and imperfect.” She doesn’t gloss over the need to forgive those who
hurt us, including parents. But, most important, from her own experience she helps young people see that they can learn much and emerge stronger from this walk through such a tough time.”
— Antoinette Bosco, syndicated columnist with the National Catholic News Service

 

“In this wonderful book, Cassella-Kapusinski provides insightful ways by which adolescents can take charge of the issues surrounding their parents’ separation or divorce. By tackling such critical concerns as anger, forgiveness, guilt and self-esteem enveloped in exercises and stories, her book will soothe and stretch the teenager’s wounded soul. Aimed at individuals as well as
groups, the book promises to provide healing and hope for many.”
— Reverend Kevin Gillespie, S.J., Ph.D., Interim Dean Loyola University Chicago, School of Social Work

 

“The author writes from her own experience of her parents’ divorce in language that is understood easily by teens and respectful of their experience. She invites her readers to trust that God can bring good out of pain and forge new family bonds out of brokenness. This book
needs to be in the hands of anyone working with teens and in the hands of teens themselves.

— Sister Kathleen Hine, SND, who worked in Catholic schools for more than 20 years.

 

"Unfortunately, with marriage sometimes comes divorce and upset children. Now What Do I Do? affords teens the opportunity to explore their feelings and emotions during this time. Lynn Cassella-Kapusinski has given teens an excellent tool to assist them on their journey of healing.”
— William F. Urbine, D.Min., Director, Office of Family Life Ministries, Diocese of Allentown, ordained deacon and therapist in private practice