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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A Real-World Advent

By Francine & Byron Pirola | November 28, 2025 |

  Fasting from devices to make room in our hearts and homes      Halfway through a supermarket dash last week, Francine’s watch alarm began buzzing insistently – the pavlova in the oven was done. Reaching for her phone, realisation hit – her digital lifeline was still at home!   Juggling the imminent arrival of family for…

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Video: Look Up

By Francine & Byron Pirola | May 6, 2014 |

Such a powerful reminder to truly connect with people on a human level and leave behind the mediocre. Technology connects us, yet we are more disconnected from each other. Look up once in a while. Leave behind the distractions. It might just be the best decision you’ve ever made.

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