Lent: A Marriage Make-over Opportunity

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 20, 2026 |

  Lent – the annual invitation to lean in closer to the Lord in our pursuit of holiness through fasting, prayer and almsgiving. This year, we’re looking to do something together to grow both in faith and love.  It’s typical to approach Lent as individuals, each of us committing to our own plan of renewal. Yet our marriage vocation reminds us that being…

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Pursuing a Lasting Love

By Francine & Byron Pirola | February 7, 2025 |

  Lessons from St. Valentine | A reflection for World Marriage Day 2025  As we approach World Marriage Day on February 9th, we are reminded of another celebrated figure of marital devotion – St. Valentine. Today, his name evokes thoughts of flowers and romantic dinners.  Yet St. Valentine’s true legacy speaks to something far more…

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