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When I got married at the ripe young age of 23, I never actually thought I would reach this milestone: 14 years of being married. Not because I didn’t believe in the permanence of the sacrament of matrimony nor because I wasn’t in it for the long haul. But when […]
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It was 7:55 p.m. on a Sunday night when God chose to teach me a lesson about marriage through an unexpected source – the moon and Our Blessed Mother. My wife and I had just weathered one of those days that tested a marriage’s strength: a sick child, missed meals, […]
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Natural Family Planning (NFP) combines together threads of faith, trust, and love. It’s a path that invites couples to be in harmony with God’s design for marriage and fertility. But let’s be real – it’s not always a waltz in the park. Sometimes it feels more like a clumsy tango […]
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The holiday season brings a unique blend of joy and challenge to married life. Between shopping lists, family gatherings, and end-of-year commitments, even the strongest marriages can feel stretched thin. Yet these moments of stress can become opportunities for deeper connection and spiritual growth. Virtue in the Chaos Marriage during […]
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You know that moment when you’re folding laundry for the umpteenth time, or maybe you’re elbow-deep in dishes, and suddenly you wonder, “Is this all there is to married life?” Well, let me tell you, my friend, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, standing in a sea of mismatched socks, […]
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Bridges take time to build…lots of time. It also takes time to build your marriage. Along with time it requires effort and the right tools. Here’s how you can apply some bridge-building to your relationship: Solid Foundation: Every good bridge needs a strong base. In your marriage, that’s your shared […]
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As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and gold, October brings not just the beauty of autumn but also a spiritual bounty for married couples. My wife’s birthday falls during this month, reminding me of the precious gift of marriage God has blessed us with. It’s also a time […]
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My Son’s First Reconciliation Journey What does indescribable joy feel like? Well, this is something that I experienced when my son celebrated his First Reconciliation a few weeks ago. It was a Saturday before his First Communion, and he had a First Reconciliation service. For a couple of hours, there […]
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The rite of Holy Matrimony is beautiful. Not only for the day of the wedding, but it bears fruit for years to come. One of the sections I have constantly reflected on during my marriage is the pledge to be faithful in all circumstances. Here’s an excerpt of that portion […]
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At the start of my marriage… One of the things I remembered talking about in marriage prep was the importance of making time for your spouse. To carve out certain times of the day or week for quality time — putting the kids to bed early or having a babysitter […]