The Eleventh Commandment

By Francine & Byron Pirola | May 6, 2022

When God gave Moses the Ten Commandments, he added a postscript for parents: passing on the faith makes parents the first – and most important…

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From Death Comes Life

By Francine & Byron Pirola | April 17, 2022

Why does death and decay so horrify us? Why do our hearts restlessly seek immortality, everlasting peace, enduring joy and beauty? In this Easter message…

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A Love Stronger than Death

By Francine & Byron Pirola | April 13, 2022

“Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm; for love is strong as death, passion fierce as the grave.” (Songs 8:6) As we celebrate the Easter mystery this verse is worthy of contemplation.

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Five Ways to Build Trust

By Francine & Byron Pirola | April 7, 2022

Today we had a meeting. Sigh… The dreaded meeting! Being a couple and working together is complex. We’re both strong-willed and passionate about what we…

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The Family Models Synodality

By Francine & Byron Pirola | March 31, 2022

Only two of our five children, now adults, still reside with us. As resident adults, we respect their right to make decisions about their personal…

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Making the connection: It’s easy with these three tips

By Francine & Byron Pirola | March 10, 2022

In times of challenge and stress, it’s especially important to make the connection with each other. Here we offer three tips to make it easier.…

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Lent as ultimate change maker

Best Lent Ever…For Your Spouse!

By Francine & Byron Pirola | March 3, 2022

While lots of people make resolutions for the New Year, most of these optimistic beginnings fizzle out before the end of January. Thankfully, Lent gives…

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Discover your Unique Love Profile

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 25, 2022

Do you know your love needs and love busters? Do the quiz below to determine your top five love needs and worst three love busters.…

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SmartLoving Keys

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 17, 2022

On a mission to love… Every couple wants to avoid divorce and get along without too many fights. A successful marriage however, is much more…

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Smiling Saints

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 10, 2022

St Valentine is the one saint with a feast day (Feb 14) that is known by millions of people, including non-Christians. But how many know…

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Loving Smart

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 3, 2022

Everyone experiences love differently. Biology, upbringing, personality and experiences all influence the way an individual likes and needs to be loved. Being different in this…

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The Nature of Love

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 20, 2022

We all ‘know’ what love is: it’s that feeling of affection and attachment we experience for another person. But is love just a feeling? Or is there more to it?

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The Way you Hold Me

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 12, 2022

Holy Is the way we hold each other holy? Newlywed Justin Bieber seems to think so in this music video (Holy) expressing some unexpected themes.…

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Making the Wedding Vows Stick

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 7, 2022

It’s common for married couples celebrating a significant wedding anniversary to have a renewal of vows ceremony. The truth is, most couples in long-lasting marriages…

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Our family is a mess!

By Francine & Byron Pirola | December 20, 2021

The Christmas Vigil Mass features the Gospel of Matthew (1:1-25). Depending on whether you get the long or short version, you might hear the genealogy…

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