Health and Well-Being Resources 3

Compiled for Flying Solo by
Margorie Engel, © 1994
Third of Three Files

Children of Alcoholics Foundation
PO Box 4185, Grand Central Sta.
New York, NY 10163
Phone: (212)754-0656
Free: 800-359-COAF
Fax: (212)754-0664
Migs Woodside, Pres.
Seeks to educate the public and professionals about children of alcoholics and the effects of parental alcohol abuse, and stimulate interest in seeking solutions to their problems. Promotes research, educational and informational programs, and public discussion on alcoholism, alcohol abuse, and its effects on children; encourages participation and assists government and community agencies in providing assistance to children of alcoholics and seeking solutions to the problems of these children. Facilitates research and educational and informational programs on other aspects of childhood, the parent-child relationship, physiological and psychological aspects of human development, child abuse and neglect, and substance abuse of other psychoactive substances. Maintains library, including more than 500 pieces of artwork, letters, and poetry by children of alcoholics. Publications: Directory of National Resources for Children of Alcoholics, periodic. Also publishes Children of Alcoholics on the Job; distributes brochures and reports including Children of Alcoholics, and Children of Alcoholics: A Review of the Literature; makes available Kids Talking to Kids and Trying to Find Normal (videos), and Images Within (curriculum kit), and other videocassettes and educational materials.

Clean and Sober Parenting
Prima Publishing & Communications
1830 Sierra Gardens, Ste. 130
Roseville, CA 95661
Phone: (916)786-0426
Jane Nelsen, R. Intner, and L. Lott. 1992. Subtitle: A Guide to Help Recovering Parents. Offers advice on how to give up guilt and shame, rebuild trust, create structure and routine, improve communications, and learn parenting skills.

Cocaine Anonymous World Services
3740 Overland Ave., Ste. H
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Phone: (310)559-5833
Fax: (310)559-2554
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addiction and remain free from cocaine and all other mind-altering drugs. Applies the Alcoholics Anonymous World services 12-step approach to persons addicted to cocaine. Provides literature on recovery. Maintains toll-free number for meeting information, (800)347-8998. Publications: The Connection, quarterly. Newsletter. The Newsgram, quarterly. Newsletter. Also publishes pamphlets such as To the Newcomer, The First 30 Days, Tools of Recovery, Choosing Your Sponsor, 26 Tips on Staying Clean and Sober, Self Test for Cocaine Addiction, and Suggestions for Relapse Prevention and Recovery.

Cocaine Information Hotline
Free: 800-252-2463

“Domestic Violence: The Role of Alcohol”
James D. Atwood and Teri Randall. Journal of the American Medical Association, Vol. 265, January 23, 1991, pp. 460(2).


Drug-Anon Focus
PO Box 20806, Park West Sta.
New York, NY 10025
Phone: (212)484-9095
A self-help support organization for the families and friends of persons addicted to mood altering drugs. Follows the 12-step method originated by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services and as adopted by the Al-Anon Family Groups.

Drugs Anonymous
PO Box 772
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (212)874-0700
James Kaplow, Exec. Officer
Persons addicted to drugs including tranquilizers, stimulants, analgesics, sedatives, cocaine, and marijuana. Purpose is to apply the Alcoholics Anonymous World services 12-step approach to persons dependent on addictive drugs. Provides emotional support to members, many of whom became addicted after using the drugs for legitimate reasons (for example, to alleviate the chronic pain of migraine headaches or arthritis) and teaches them methods of coping with pain that do not require drugs. Sponsors Drug-Anon Family Program for the families of chemically dependent people.

“Enabling or Disabling?”
Sandra R. Arbetter. Current Health 2, Vol. 18, January 1992, pp. 24(2). Enablers are people who keep friends or family members from facing the consequences of their actions. Enabling has generally been associated with alcoholism, but it can apply to other types of behavior as well.

“The Epidemiology of Alcohol-Related Interpersonal Violence”
Susan E. Martin. Alcohol Health & Research World, Vol. 16, Summer 1992, pp. 230(8). Research indicates an association between violent behavior and alcohol use, but the causal role and the mechanism by which behavior is influenced are unclear.

Families Anonymous
PO Box 528
Van Nuys, CA 91408
Phone: (818)989-7841
Free: 800-739-9805
Local groups (441) of parents, relatives, and friends concerned about drug abuse or related behavioral problems. Self-supportive, self-help group patterned after Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters and Alcoholics Anonymous World Services programs. Assists families in overcoming overprotectiveness of drug abusers and developing a better understanding of their problems, thereby improving interfamily relationships. Aids in establishing community meetings; makes referrals to other agencies. Publications: Directory, periodic. The Twelve Step Rag: For Relatives and Friends Concerned about the Use of Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems, bimonthly. Newsletter containing information for friends and relatives of substance abusers. Also publishes a literature catalog, pamphlets, and information packets. Federal Drug, Alcohol, and Crime Clearinghouse Network Free: 800-788-2800

“Forgotten Victims: Children of Alcoholics”
Elizabeth Stark. Psychology Today, Vol. 21, January 1987, pp. 58(5).

“Latchkey Kids Risk Substance Use”
Science News, Vol. 136, September 16, 1989, p. 188(1).

“Men of Mean”
Psychology Today, Vol. 25, Sep.-Oct. 1992, p. 18(1). Abusive men are grouped by how they handle alcohol, their attitudes toward women, and childhood histories. Three types of male batterers are those who abuse only family members, those who commit violence outside as well as inside the family, and those who are highly emotional with rigid ideas.

“My Husband Drinks Too Much, Does Yours?”
Ladies Home Journal, Vol. 110, April 1993, pp. 98(4). A woman divorced her husband after years of dealing with his alcoholism. She learned of the causes of alcoholism at a substance abuse clinic, but attempts at getting counseling proved futile. Many families tend to deny alcoholism.

Narcotics Anonymous
PO Box 9999
Van Nuys, CA 91409
Phone: (818)780-3951
Fax: (818)785-0923
Joe Gossett, Dir.
Recovering addicts throughout the world who offer help to others seeking recovery. Members meet regularly to facilitate and stabilize their recovery. Uses 12-step program adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous World Services to aid in rehabilitation. Publications: NA Way Magazine: The International Journal of the Fellowship of Narcotics Anonymous, monthly. Recounts experiences of members during their recoveries. Includes calendar of events and annual index. Newsline, quarterly. Also publishes books, information pamphlets, and audiotapes.

Narcotics Education, Inc.
55 W. Oakridge Dr.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Phone: (301)790-9735
Free: 800-548-8700
Fax: (301)790-9733
Leilani Proctor, Exec. Officer
Promotes nationwide education for the prevention of drug addiction and alcoholism through direct mailings of materials to schools, churches, and civic organizations.



National Catholic Council on Alcoholism and Related Drug Problems
210 Noel Rd.
Broad Channel, NY 11693
Phone: (718)634-5965
Fax: (718)474-1538
Msgr. Martin Contact
Cooperates with treatment programs for the spiritual, physical, and mental rehabilitation of alcoholics and drug dependent persons, especially with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services. Promotes pastoral ministry to alcoholics and their families. Educates Catholics on alcohol and alcohol problems as well as the use and abuse of alcohol and drugs. Focus of activities is directed towards clergy and members of Catholic religious orders, but many programs also serve parishioners.

National Committee for the Prevention of Alcoholism and Drug Dependency
c/o Milo C. Sawvel, Jr.
Rte. 1, Box 635
Appomattox, VA 24522
Phone: (804)352-8100
Fax: (804)352-0205
Milo C. Sawvel Jr., Exec.Dir.
Health officials, physicians, educators, social workers, youth leaders, clergymen, temperance leaders, businessmen, judges, and others. To further the study of the effects of alcohol and other drugs on the physical, mental and moral powers of the individual citizen and on the social, economic, political, and religious life of the nation. Fosters nationwide educational program through films, lectures, forums, radio, and television programs.

National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
12 W. 21st St.
New York, NY 10010
Phone: (212)206-6770
Free: 800-NCA-CALL
Fax: (212)645-1690
Paul Wood Ph.D., Pres.
Works for the prevention and control of alcoholism through programs of public and professional education, medical and scientific information, and public policy advocacy. Publications: Alcoholism Report, monthly. Newsletter. Resource and Referral Guide, periodic. Also publishes What are the Signs of Alcoholism?, What Can You Do About Someone else's Drinking?, and other pamphlets.

National Council on Alcoholism Hotline
Free: 800-622-2255

National Federations of Parents for Drug-Free Youth
8730 Georgia Ave., Ste. 200
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Free: 800-554-5437

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
Parklawn Bldg.
5600 Fishers Lane
Rm. 16C-14
Rockville, MD 20857
Phone: (301)443-3860

National Parents’ Resource Institute for Drug Education
10 Park Pl. S., Ste. 340
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404)577-4500

“Responding in Strength”
Malcolm Boyd. Modern Maturity, Vol. 35, March 1992, p. 74(1). Living with an alcoholic is not easy. Spouses and children of alcoholics describe how they cope with the problems that alcoholism creates.

“The Sins of the Parents”
Katy Abel. Boston Magazine, Vol. 79, October 1987, pp. 174(8). Discusses the children of alcoholic parents.

Therapeutic Communities of America
1555 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 300
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: (703)875-8636
Fax: (412)562-9408
Diane Canova Esq., Pres.
Self-help rehabilitation agencies in the U.S. and Canada that help people with drug problems become permanently drug-free. Focuses on the abuser as the problem rather than the drug. Operates 12-month or more residential program involving a highly structured environment with defined moral and ethical boundaries; uses basic self-help theories adapted from those used by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services. Employs the support, influence, and pressure of peers, group therapy, encounter sessions, and skilled individual counseling. Works with, and for clients, their families, and their employers; operates local industrial programs to provide residents with vocational training and to help support the agencies.

“There Is So Much Help Out There . . .”
Karen Westerberg Reyes. Modern Maturity, Vol. 35, Feb.-Mar. 1992, p. 29(1). Former First Lady Betty Ford describes her experience as a recovering alcoholic. Family intervention and changes in family life that occur when an alcoholic recovers are discussed.

“Ties That Blind: Facing Up to the Family Secret”
Jacqui Banaszynski. Modern Maturity, Vol. 35, Feb.-Mar. 1992, pp. 32(6). Alcoholism is a disease that damages families as well as individuals. Unhealthy coping mechanisms develop in family members to accommodate the alcoholic parent or child. Psychological and social problems related to alcoholism are discussed.

TOVA - The Other Victims of Alcoholism
PO Box 1528, Radio City Sta.
New York, NY 10101
Phone: (212)247-8087
Josie Balaban Couture, Pres.
Provides and disseminates public information and education about the less visible victims of alcoholism, from family members to industry. Focuses on what the organization calls the domino effect of alcoholism and its impact on society. Serves as information clearinghouse; acts as an advocate. Maintains Friends of TOVA, a network of individuals and organizations that serves as the fundraising and networking arm. Publications: The Domino Quarterly. Also publishes pamphlets, brochures, special reports, reprints, and other materials.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Center for Substance Abuse Prevention
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information
PO Box 2345
Rockville, MD 20847-2345
Phone: (301)468-2600
Fax: (301)468-6433
Provides alcohol and drug information. Publishes over 6,000 prevention pamphlets, booklets, posters, tapes and other publications. Offers numerous free publications.

Women in Crisis
133 W. 21st St., 11th Fl.
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212)242-4880
National conference participants concerned with the plight of women in crisis, including victims of sexual discrimination and poverty, battered wives, rape and incest victims, women offenders, and female drug abusers and alcoholics.

Women for Sobriety
PO Box 618
Quakertown, PA 18951
Phone: (215)536-8026
Support group for female alcoholics. Has local chapters that sponsor discussion groups.

SPIRITUALITY

And Marries Another
Hendrickson Publishers, Inc.
137 Summit St.
PO Box 3473
Peabody, MA 01961-3473
Phone: (508)532-6546
Fax: (508)531-8146
Craig S. Keener. 1991. Subtitle: Divorce and Remarriage in the Teaching of the New Testament.

“Annulment: A Personal Reflection”
Richard C. Haas. America, May 19, 1990, pp. 499(4).

“Annulments: When Is a Marriage Not a Marriage?”
Gerald M. Costello. U.S. Catholic, October 1988, pp. 6(8).

Beyond the Crocodiles
The Upper Room
1908 Grand Ave.
PO Box 189
Nashville, TN 37202-0189
Phone: (615)340-7243
Fax: (615)340-7006
Patricia Wilson. 1990. Subtitle: Reflections on Being Divorced and Being Christian.

“The Biggest Divorce”
Joan Guest. Christianity Today, Vol. 33, November 17, 1989, pp. 30(3). Subtitle: Marital Breakup May Be Traumatic for Children, but with Prayer and Loving Attention, the Wounds Can be Healed.


Catholics Experiencing Divorce
Liguori Publications
1 Liguori Dr.
Liguori, MO 63057
Phone: (314)464-2500
Free: 800-467-2500
Fax: (314)464-8449
William E. Rabior. 1991. Subtitle: Grieving, Healing, and Learning to Live Again.

Cementing the Torn Strands
Baker Book House
PO Box 6287
Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
Phone: (616)676-9185
Free: 800-877-2665
Fax: (616)676-9573
Jennie Gordon. 1991.

Children, Divorce and the Church
Abingdon Press
201 8th Ave., S.
PO Box 801
Nashville, TN 37202-0801
Phone: (615)749-6403
Free: 800-251-3320
Fax: (615)749-6512
Doug Adams. 1992.

Dear God, I'm Divorced!
Baker Book House
Box 6287
Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
Phone: (616)676-9185
Free: 800-877-2665
Fax: (616)676-9573
Sara A. Thrash. 1991. Subtitle: Dialogs with God.

The Divorce Decision
Word Books
5221 N. O'Connor Blvd., Ste. 1000
Irving, TX 75039
Phone: (214)556-1900
Free: 800-299-9673
Gary Richmond. 1988.

Divorce in the New Testament
The Liturgical Press
St. Johns Abbey
Collegeville, MN 56321
Phone: (612)363-2213
Free: 800-858-5450
Fax: 800-445-5899
Raymond Collins. 1992.

Divorce Recovery: Putting Yourself Back Together Again
Zondervan Publishing Corportation
5300 Patterson Ave., SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616)698-6900
Free: 800-727-3480
Fax: (616)698-3439
Randy Reynolds. 1992.

Divorce and Remarriage
Whitaker House
580 Pittsburgh St.
Springdale, PA 15144
Phone: (412)274-4440
Free: 800-444-4484
Fax: (412)274-4676
K. Stewart. 1992.

Divorce and Remarriage
Warner Press Publishers
1200 E. 5th St.
Anderson, IN 46012
Phone: (317)644-7721
Free: 800-347-7721
Kenneth E. Jones. 1990.

Divorce and Remarriage: Biblical Principles and Pastoral Practice
William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
255 Jefferson Ave., SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616)459-4591
Free: 800-253-7521
Fax: (616)459-6540
Andrew Cornes. 1993.


Divorce and Remarriage in the Catholic Church
Paulist Press
997 MacArthur Blvd.
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Phone: (201)825-7300
Fax: (201)825-8345
Gerald D. Coleman. 1988.

Divorce and Remarriage: Four Christian Views
InterVarsity Press
PO Box 1400
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (708)964-5700
Free: 800-843-7225
Fax: (708)964-1251
H. Wayne House and J. Carl Laney. 1990.

Divorce and Remarriage: Religious and Psychological Perspectives
Sheed & Ward
PO Box 419492
Kansas City, MO 64141
Phone: (816)531-0538
Free: 800-333-7373
Fax: (816)931-5082
William P. Roberts, editor. 1990.

Divorce, Surviving the Pain
Concordia Publishing House
3558 S. Jefferson Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63118
Phone: (314)268-1000
Fax: (314)268-1329
Alice S. Peppler. 1993. Subtitle: Reflections for the Divorced.

Divorced and Remarried Catholics: Come to Communion
Paul Jacobs. U.S. Catholic, Vol. 56, July 1991, pp. 14(6). Includes reader feedback.

Divorced and Remarried Catholics Should Have a Right to Reconciliation
Christopher Witt. U.S. Catholic, Vol. 57, January 1992, pp. 28(4). The Catholic church should create a method of reconciling divorced people who have remarried. These people should be allowed to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Communion.

Does the Church Have Good News for Divorced Catholics?
U.S. Catholic, Vol. 52, May 1987, pp. 6(8). An interview with Father James V. Flosi.

“Drug Addiction: Possible Ground for Annulment”
Pat Windsor. National Catholic Reporter, Vol. 27, October 11, 1991, pp. 3(1). Subtitle: Dysfunctional Family Also a Consideration. Catholic church marriage tribunals can now grant annulments on the basis of psychological and family problems that would impair a person's ability to consent at the time of the marriage.

Ending Marriage, Keeping Faith
Crossroad Publishing Co.
370 Lexington Ave.
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212)532-3650
Fax: (212)532-3650
J. Randall Nichols. 1993. Subtitle: A New Guide Through the Spiritual Journey of Divorce.

“Families in Trouble: How to Know When to Get Help”
Dan Morris. U.S. Catholic, Vol. 54, August 1989, pp. 30(7).

Family Life Resource Manual
Family Life Ministries
Church Ministries Dept.
Potomac Conference of SDA
PO Box 1208
Staunton, VA 24401
Phone: (703)886-0771
Len D. Macmillan. 1988. Resource for church and family covers topics such as family violence, conflict management, family relationships, and divorce.

The Fresh Start Divorce Recovery Workbook
Oliver-Nelson Books
Thomas Nelson Publishers
Nelson Pl. at Elm Hill Pike
PO Box 141000
Nashville, TN 37214-1000
Dr. Robert Burns and Dr. Thomas Whiteman. 1992. Based on Fresh Start Seminars. Provides Bible-based insights to help understand and cope with negative emotions, regain self esteem, and adjust to single life. Allows readers to personalize the divorce process through use of workbook pages.

“From Brokenness to Joy”
Laurie Wall. Christian Herald, Vol. 113, Sep.-Oct. 1990, pp. 38(2). Divorced couple finds faith, leading to their remarriage.

Healing the Wounds of Divorce
Ave Maria Press
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Phone: (219)287-2831
Fax: (219)239-2904
Barbara L. Shlemon. 1992. Subtitle: A Spiritual Guide to Recovery.

“Help! I'm a Single Parent”
Sandra P. Aldrich. Christian Herald, Vol. 114, Sep.-Oct. 1991, pp. 54(4). Single parents can find comfort in Christian beliefs and support from others including fellow church members. Maintaining healthy attitudes can also help single parents cope.

A Helping Hand
Paulist Press
997 MacArthur Blvd.
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Phone: (201)825-7300
Fax: (201)825-8345
James L. Horstman. 1993. Subtitled: A Reflection Guide for the Divorced, Widowed or Separated.

Jesus and Divorce
Herald Press
616 Walnut Ave.
Scottdale, PA 15683
Phone: (412)887-8500
Free: 800-245-7894
Fax: (412)887-3111
George R. Ewald. 1991. Subtitle: A Biblical Guide for Ministry to Divorced Persons.

Judean Society
1075 Space Pky., No. 336
Mountain View, CA 94043
Phone: (415)964-8936
Mrs. Frances A. Miller, Foundress
Divorced Catholic women who meet to offer personal comfort and inspiration to one another; other women of various religions concerned with divorce, separation, and their accompanying problems. Provides educational material regarding Catholic doctrine in terms of the Catholic divorced lifestyle. Encourages all divorced Catholics to remain in harmony with the church. Provides special counseling for marriage investigations and for the return to the sacraments for invalidly married Catholics. Sponsors retreats, workshops, Days of Recollection, and home masses to inspire and strengthen members' efforts to continue to do the will of God; also sponsors social activities. Maintains speakers bureau. Conducts educational classes on Catholic doctrine regarding marriage and divorce, life after civil divorce, self-discovery, and personal growth. Publications: Steps to Effective Living and Life After Civil Divorce.

“Let's Tell the Truth about Annulments”
James Tunstead Burtchaell. U.S. Catholic, Vol. 53, July 1988, pp.33(2).

Life After Divorce: A Single Mother's Guide
NavPress Publishing Group
PO Box 35001
Colorado Springs, CO 80935
Phone: (719)548-9222
Free: 800-366-7788
Fax: (719)260-7223
Jim Talley. 1991.

Life after Divorce
Pacific Press Publishing Assoc.
PO Box 7000
Boise, ID 83707
Phone: (208)465-2500
Free: 800-447-7377
Fax: (208)465-2531
Gayle C. Foster. 1988.

Marriage and Divorce
Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
351 Executive Dr.
PO Box 80
Wheaton, IL 60189
Phone: (708)668-8300
Free: 800-323-9400
Fax: (708)668-9092
M.G. McLuhan. 1989. Subtitle: God's Call, God's Compassion.

Marriage, Divorce and Nullity
Liturgical Press
St. Johns Abbey
Collegeville, MN 56321
Phone: (612)363-2213
Free: 800-858-5450
Fax: 800-445-5899
Geoffrey Robinson. 1987. Subtitle: A Guide to the Annulment Process in the Catholic Church.

The Ministry to the Divorced
The Liturgical Press
St. Johns Abbey
Collegeville, MN 56321
Phone: (612)363-2213
Free: 800-858-5450
Fax: 800-445-5899
Joseph E. Norris. 1990.
No Way Out?
State Mutual Book & Periodical Service, Limited
521 5th Ave., 17th Fl.
New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212)682-5844
Bernard Haring. 1990. Subtitle: Pastoral Care of the Divorced and Remarried.

North American Conference of Separated and Divorced Catholics
80 St. Mary's Dr.
Cranston, RI 02920
Phone: (401)943-7903
Dorothy J. Levesque, Exec.Dir.
Regional representatives of separated and divorced Catholics. Offers support and comfort to these individuals. Works to assist in the formation of new groups; develop programs for existing groups; disseminate information. Emphasis is on lay ministry, those with similar experiences aiding each other. Organizes workshops, retreats, educational and training programs, and experiential opportunities. Maintains Speakers bureau; offers programs and services for children of divorce. Publications: Jacob's Well, quarterly. Magazine providing information for divorced Catholics. Includes articles on being a single parent, helping the children of divorced parents understand and cope with the separation, and other issues affecting families experiencing the trauma of divorce. Also distributes resource packets, tapes, books, and training programs.

“On Being Annulled”
Patricia Bardon Cadigan. America, August 3, 1991, pp. 71(2).

On the Brink of Divorce
Scripture Press Publishers, Inc.
1825 College Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: (708)668-6000
Free: 800-323-9409
Fax: (708)668-3806
Judy Hamlin. 1992.

“Practicing a Love Ethic For All Families”
Betty Vos. The Christian Century, Vol. 108, November 13, 1991, pp. 1060(3). (Reply to an August 7, 1991 article titled The Church and Family Crisis: A New Love ethic by Don and Carol Browning.) Finances, family conflict, parental involvement in their children's lives, and a support network for the adults are four crucial factors affecting the lives of post-divorce families. The Church should offer non-judgmental support for such families.

Prayers for Catholics Experiencing Divorce
Liguori Publications
1 Liguori Dr.
Liguori, MO 63057
Phone: (314)464-2500
Free: 800-325-9521
William Rabior. 1993.

Reconcilable Differences
Thomas Nelson Publishers
PO Box 141000
Nelson Pl. at Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214-1000
Phone: (615)889-9000
Free: 800-251-4000
Jim Talley. 1991. Subtitle: Mending Broken Relationships.

“Remarriage: Two Views”
Craig Keener and William A. Heth. Christianity Today, Vol. 36, December 14, 1992, pp. 34(1). In the Bible, Mark quotes Jesus as having said remarriage is adultery, but other places in the Gospels Jesus seems to qualify this to refer only to the one who leaves a marriage. Two interpretations of Biblical remarks are given.

Second-Class Christians?
InterVarsity Press
Div. of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship of the USA
PO Box 1400
5206 Main St.
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (708)964-5700
Free: 800-843-9487
Michael A. Braun. 1989. Subtitle: A New Approach to the Dilemma of Divorced People in the Church.

ÒSexual and Family Violence: A Growing Issue for the Churches
Lois Gear Livezey. The Christian Century, Vol. 104, October 28, 1987, pp. 938(5).

“Till Annulment Do Us Part”
Richard N. Ostling. Time, Vol. 142, August 16, 1993, pp. 43(1). The Vatican has expressed disapproval of the Catholic Church in the U.S. for its tendency to easily grant marriage annulments. The U.S. Catholic Church expresses little regret in liberally interpreting a 1983 canon provision to include psychological grounds for divorce such as abuse.

Till Death Do Us Part
Webb Ministries, Inc.
PO Box 729
601 S. Grant St.
Longwood, FL 32752-0729
Phone: (407)834-5233
Joseph A. Webb. 1992. Subtitle: What the Bible Really Says about Marriage and Divorce.

Tough Talk to a Stubborn Spouse
Harvest House Publishers, Inc.
1075 Arrowsmith
Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: (503)343-0123
Free: 800-547-8979
Stephen Schwambach. 1990.

Untying the Knot: A Short History of Divorce
Cambridge University Press
40 W. 20th St.
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212)924-3900
Fax: (212)691-3239
Roderick Phillips. 1991. Discusses divorce within religious and historical divisions such as Catholics and Protestants, 17th century England and its American colonies, the enlightenment, and early modern society.

When a Friend Gets a Divorce: What Can You Do?
Baker Book House
PO Box 6287
Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
Phone: (616)676-9185
Free: 800-877-2665
Sharon G. Marshall. 1990.

When the Vow Breaks
Broadman Press
127 9th Ave. N.
Nashville, TN 37234
Phone: (615)251-2433
Fax: (615)251-3752
Joseph Warren Kniskern. 1993. Subtitle: A Survival and Recovery Guide for Christians Facing Divorce.

Why You Can Disagree ... and Remain a Faithful Catholic
Meyer-Stone Books
2014 S. Yost Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47403
Free: 800-937-0313
Philip S. Kaufman. 1989. Chapters cover topics such as probabilism and the right to know moral options, divorce and remarriage, and democracy in the church.