
Mr. Saviano is the Marriage & Family Lead for the Archdiocese of Atlanta Office of Evangelization and Discipleship. He also has an extensive background in law and the military.

Fr. Arturo is parochial vicar at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Dalton, Ga. He attended the University of Georgia, then entered St. Vincent de Paul Seminary in Boynton Beach, Fla. He was ordained on June 1, 2024 at Holy Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church in Norcross, Ga.

Fr. Jared, parochial vicar at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, studied chemical engineering at Georgia Tech and never thought about being a priest until college. During an evening of Adoration, he had a powerful experience of closeness to Jesus in the Eucharist which gave him the courage and freedom to respond to the call to the priesthood. He was ordained on June 1, 2024 at Holy Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church in Norcross, Ga.

Fr. Sullivan is a senior priest of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. He was ordained December 18, 1983.

Ms. Willett is a retired New York City attorney, author of Disassembly Required: A Memoir of Midlife Resurrection, and co-founder of the Coalition for Divorce Reform. Her op-eds and personal essays have appeared in dozens of the nation’s leading newspapers and magazines. She writes on a variety of topics but most often about marriage, divorce, and faith. Her first novel Nobody’s Fault, a legal thriller about no-fault divorce, will be released by Old Fort Press in 2027. Beverly has two daughters and now makes her home in Savannah, Ga.

Dr. Bacon leads SACRED Standers, an international group of men and women standing for their marriage vows after separation and/or divorce. She is the author of The Super Couple: A Formula for Extreme Happiness in Marriage. A communication and relationship expert, her doctoral dissertation examined humor in marriage.

Mr. Clark is author of Betrayed Without a Kiss: Defending Marriage after Years of Failed Leadership in the Church, and has written prolifically for numerous Catholic publications. A graduate of Christendom College, he and his wife Lisa have nine children and live in central Florida.

Mr. Metts is the Associate Director of the Archdiocese of Atlanta Office of Evangelization & Discipleship. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and also holds a master’s in Marriage and Family Studies from the John Paul II Institute. Patrick created RESTORE - Catholic Marriage Resource for couples seeking support, growth, and healing in their relationships. He and his wife have two sons and live in suburban Atlanta.

Fr. Block is pastor of Our Lady of the Snow Roman Catholic Church in Snowflake, Ariz. and Judicial Vicar for the Diocese of Gallup. He was ordained June 28, 2014.
(appearing via pre-recorded video)
This Thursday evening event is an opportunity for fellowship, fun, and a delicious meal with supportive priests, clergy, and community members courtesy of the Archdiocese of Atlanta.
What God Has Joined will take place at the Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery (2401 Lake Park Dr. SE, Smyrna, GA 30080).
2026 What God Has Joined Retreat
Join us for the third annual "What God Has Joined" retreat at the Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery in Smyrna, Ga. The Retreat brings together separated and divorced Catholics from all over the United States. It is an opportunity to grow closer to Christ, connect with other retreatants, and learn more about what it means to be in a covenant relationship, even after separation or divorce.
The retreat begins Wednesday, October 28 and ends Friday, October 30. Mass, confession, national guest speakers, adoration, meals, and fellowship are key offerings of this retreat. We hope you can join us.
Registration information and further details available at: catholicsformarriagerestoration.com
The retreat costs $60. We do not want financial concerns to impede your opportunity to encounter Jesus or have fellowship with other separated and divorced. Please email Patrick Metts for scholarship options.
One of the organizers has reserved two Airbnbs (one for men and one for women). If you are interested, please email us and we will put you in touch with the organizer for details.
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The Georgia Martyrs will be beatified in Savannah, Ga. on Saturday, October 31. The Archdiocese of Atlanta is arranging transportation and lodging for those who would like to attend the Mass/events in Savannah.