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What God Has Joined
October 28-30, 2026

A retreat for separated and divorced men and women seeking to conform themselves to God’s truth and will for their lives. Find strength, hope, and solidarity. You are not alone.

 
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Meet Our Master of Ceremonies

Patrick Metts, LPC

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

Meet Our Pastoral Team

Fr. Tim Hepburn

Fr. Tim is chaplain at The Georgia Tech Catholic Center. Previously, he was Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Atlanta. He has served as chaplain at Emory University, Agnes Scott College, and Georgia Tech. Father was ordained in 1993, and he loves teaching, preaching, and singing!

Kevin Sevcik, LPC

Mr. Sevcik is a bilingual Christian/Catholic counselor at Transfiguration Counseling, working at both St. Thomas More in Decatur, Ga and St. Catherine of Siena in Kennesaw, Ga. His therapeutic approach draws on parts work therapy, humanistic therapies, and other evidence based models. He has a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Divine Mercy University.

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Meet Our Speakers

Fr. Jared Kleinwaechter

Fr. Jared 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.

Dr. Christine Bacon

Dr. Bacon leads 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.

John Clark

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.

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Julian Saviano, JD

Mr. Saviano is the Marriage & Family Lead for the Archdiocese of Atlanta Office of Evangelization and Discipleship.

Julian also has an extensive background in law and the military.

Fr. Nathanael Block, JCL

Fr. Block is pastor of Our Lady of the Snow Roman Catholic Church in Snowflake, Arizona and Judicial Vicar for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gallup, New Mexico. He was ordained June 28, 2014.

(appearing by pre-recorded video)

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, October 28

8:00 Mass
9:00 Opening Talk
9:45 Talk
11:15 Therapist-Led Block
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Talk
2:45 Guided Adoration/Small Groups
4:00 Small Group Wrap-Up

Thursday, October 29

8:00 Mass
9:00 Talk
10:45 Talk
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Talk
2:30 Adoration and Reconciliation
Vow Renewal Ceremony/Dinner

Friday, October 30

8:00 Mass
9:00 Witness Testimony
10:45 Talk
12:00 Lunch
1:30 Final Reflection/Healing Service

DETAILS

Who is invited to this retreat?
What God Has Joined is an opportunity for divorced and separated people to find strength, hope, and solidarity as they seek to conform to God's truth and will for their lives. No matter where you are on your journey - this is an opportunity to grow deeper into your faith!
Retreat Location
What God Has Joined will take place at the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta's Chancery located at 2401 Lake Park Dr. S.E., Smyrna, GA 30080.
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2026 What God Has Joined Retreat

Join us for our third annual What God Has Joined retreat at the Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery in Smyrna, Ga., bringing divorced and separated Catholics, from all over the United States, to grow closer to Christ, connect with other participants, 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. There will be a community dinner with clergy and other supporters on Thursday evening. The retreat includes Mass, confession, adoration, meals, and fellowship. Registration information and further details available at: https://catholicsformarriagerestoration.com/

How much does the retreat cost? Are scholarships available?

The cost is $50 through September 20, $60 after. We do not want financial concerns to impede your opportunity to encounter Jesus or have fellowship with other divorced and separated. Please email pmetts@archatl.com for scholarship options.

Hotel Booking Information

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