Marriage: to be happy or to be holy?

By Francine & Byron Pirola | July 24, 2013 |

”… And they lived happily ever after”… it’s the ending of the fairy tale love story and has become the expected story line of most modern day couples. Swept away by passion and the overwhelming experience of ‘falling in love’, couples expect the wedding to seal their happiness in permanent (and effortless) marital bliss. Of…

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Two of Us: Self

By Two of Us Series | July 22, 2013 |

Reflecting on self and recognising how we affect our spouse Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes so that you can share more fully with your spouse.     Prayer Father, how grand to be able to call You Father.  I’m going to be looking at myself. …

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Two of Us: Decisions in Marriage

By Two of Us Series | July 15, 2013 |

A couple exercise to explore yourrelationship and the decisions you make Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes so that you can share more fully with your spouse.     Prayer I just want to be close to You, at this moment, just taking a some time…

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Daily Strongest Emotion

By Francine & Byron Pirola | July 10, 2013 |

“Honey we need to talk!” Those five words strike unparalleled fear into a man’s heart. They usually mean an unpleasant message or a very long and arduous interaction. No wonder men dread these words! While women are marathon runners in the endurance conversation; men are optimised for the sprint encounter – fast, focussed, effective communication is…

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Two of Us: Our Commitment

By Two of Us Series | July 8, 2013 |

A couple exercise to explore your level of commitment Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes so that you can share more fully with your spouse. Answer the following questions in terms of your spouse. Prayer What a wonderful Father You are.  It is so good to…

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Spiritual Intimacy

By Francine & Byron Pirola | July 3, 2013 |

It is often difficult for a couple to share their personal faith experiences with each other. This is so for couples of different faith traditions, but is also true even if they are of the same religion. We are trained to avoid talking about religion and politics in polite company because these topics are laden…

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Two of Us: Sex and Sexuality

By Two of Us Series | July 1, 2013 |

A couple exercise to explore love making and sexual atmosphere Reflect Separately, say the prayer and spend some time reflecting on the questions. Write some notes so that you can share more fully with your spouse. Prayer What an incredible gift my sexuality is, Father.  Though at times, it puzzles and confuses me. I’m not always…

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