by dioadmin | Mar 23, 2017 | Marriage
On March 25th the Catholic Church will celebrate the feast of the Annunciation and honor Mary’s great fiat – her great yes to God’s invitation to become the mother of our Savior. This is cause for great rejoicing. And yet, this feast day, which is often overshadowed...
by dioadmin | Mar 21, 2017 | Marriage
What helps you calm down when you are upset? Are there “trigger” words that cause situations to escalate? Identify these and work with your spouse to adjust your conversations accordingly.
by dioadmin | Mar 16, 2017 | Marriage
One question that we get asked often is, “when can I let my child date?” This is a very good question. In general, dating implies some form of intimacy which involves emotional closeness. A desire to single date typically comes from a longing to be physically close to...
by dioadmin | Mar 14, 2017 | Marriage
By Bethany Meola as posted on www.foryourmarriage.org. Are you wondering how to grow in holiness this Lent, together with your spouse? Try following some advice from the Pope! In homilies and addresses, Pope Francis has spoken quite directly about how husband and wife...
by dioadmin | Feb 2, 2017 | Marriage
Getting married is easier than staying married. Today’s culture has severely reduced its societal support for a sacramental marriage and the family that it founds. Couples who choose to marry within the Church often sense they are on their own when it comes to...
by dioadmin | Jan 6, 2017 | Marriage
Have you ever tried to explain the difference between the Sacrament of Marriage and a civil marriage to someone? It’s not easy. Here is a great video that highlights many of the differences and gives you useful talking points. Click on title to view video....
