Tag: Marriage
Teaching love to university students
Later this year, population experts and pronatalists will meet in Texas to explore practical solutions to declining worldwide fertility. It’s one of several signs that attitudes to fertility rates are shifting.
Together again… for stronger and better
Contrary to popular belief, separation does not always end in divorce. Well supported, the process of separation can help a couple address their problems and reconcile stronger and better.
And they said it wouldn’t last…
I can’t believe I’m typing this. Thirty years ago today I married a pretty English woman named Marianne Lacey. And let this sink in…we’re still together, writes Stephen Lacey.
Change the world. Bring a pencil to Mass
When I saw that somebody had underlined certain verses in my Mass bulletin from Ephesians 5 on marriage, I couldn’t help but underline a few other passages myself, says Philippa Martyr.
Our “Father-in-awe” cares more than even the most devoted of human...
With our second son preparing to marry in a few months, we’ve found ourselves reflecting on our in-law relationships. In particular, we noted how our parent and parent-in-law relationships differ.
Catholic marriage stats tell a sobering (but exciting) story
In 2000, around 8,900 Catholics were married by a priest, in a church. By 2021, it was down to around 3,300. These and other stats tell a story that might horrify you, but Philippa Martyr sees things differently...
Seven years – but who’s counting?
Young men and women wanting to leave the “dating market” for marriage often find it hard to get a commitment. Yet so many couples’ solutions—like cohabitation—actually make progressing to marriage more difficult, write Francine and Byron Pirola.
Attached, for better or worse
Incorporating insights from neuroplasticity, genetics and parental nurturing experiences, Attachment Theory illuminates underlying causes of disruptive relationship behaviours in marriage.
Francine and Byron Pirola: Are we outliving marriage?
There are many common factors leading to divorce, the fact we are living longer isn’t one of them. Here’s why.
Bluey’s Aussie values prove a hit at home and away
Bluey’s uplifting take on family life has made it a global smash hit since its 2018 launch. Catholic parents say the show’s pro-family message and refreshingly positive take on fatherhood makes it great viewing—despite a few minor reservations…
Are private wedding vows a good idea, or not?
A new trend for “private vows” at weddings is taking off for people wanting a more intimate ceremony. Understanding why we make vows can help us understand why they’re not necessarily the way to go for Catholics, write Francine and Byron Pirola
The passion, death, and resurrection of marriage
No marriage stays the same—we all go through periods of passion, death, resurrection and recreation. It’s not easy, but there are three things we can do to stay on track as our marriages transform, write Francine and Byron Pirola.
