Love Gives Life

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

True love cannot be contained; it always gives life in some form. For most couples, this will result in the biological birth of a child.…

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Romantic Atmosphere

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Sexual atmosphere is a climate of tenderness, openness, responsiveness and generosity that is created when you are attracted out of yourself and allow your masculinity…

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Reality Check: Cohabitation

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Cohabitation is a general term that refers to a number of different living arrangements. These comments refer to those couples who are both living together…

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The Language of the Body

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

A sacrament makes visible in a human way something that is invisible or spiritual. In other words, a sacrament images and reveals the mystery of…

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Sacred Body Language

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

When sex is approached as a way to communicate your desire to be one in marriage, it is an exciting and thrilling experience. With heightened…

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The Message of Intercourse

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

When a couple wants to give themselves completely to one another, nakedness communicates that kind of extraordinary generosity and openness. It says: “I give you…

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The Body As A Theology

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Actions are far more powerful than words. Every look or touch can communicate clear messages that reveal your attraction and your desire to be for…

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Sex As Communion

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Sex is something we ‘say’, not something we ‘do’. It is the most intimate communion between a man and woman and is so much more…

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The Spousal Meaning of the Body

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Then the Lord God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper as his partner.” ……

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One Again

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Adopt a structured Reconciliation Process Because you are not at your best when you have been hurt, it is wise to have a formal process…

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Name It & Tame It

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 8, 2015

Once you have named your formation, you are in a position to tame it – to consciously choose to reinforce that formation which is helpful…

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Reconciliation

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 7, 2015

Love means more tha saying “I’m sorry” Concept: Forgiveness Forgiveness is not an emotion. Forgiveness is a choice; a choice to let go of your…

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Restoring Unity

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 7, 2015

Be angry but do not sin. Do not let the sun set on your anger. Ephesians 4:26 Reconciliation and healing can be a great source…

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Seven Deadly Habits

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 7, 2015

Research by Dr. John Gottman and others has helped us to understand the specific behaviours which are so deadly for marriages. He is able to…

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Conflict

By Francine & Byron Pirola | January 7, 2015

What distinguishes couples in lasting marriages from those in more fragile ones, is not the absence of arguments, but the presence of respect and cherishment.…

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