Can faith alone sustain a marriage? Love Forever, the newest YOUCAT publication, tackles this question and hundreds more with honesty, warmth, and global perspective.
Byron and Francine Pirola
Charlie Kirk’s insight into why men wear dark suits at their wedding was both provocative and profound, to say the least. Marriage is a process of death from which life usually springs in more ways than one. I often tell men it is a wonderful way to die.
Warwick Marsh
We cannot underestimate the difference it makes when children feel safe, loved, valued, and heard. In a world full of issues and uncertainty, we can ease their minds by meeting these basic but important needs.
National Center for Fathering
Every marriage has conflict. Two imperfect people sharing a home and dealing with all the pressures of modern life? It’s inevitable! But conflict doesn’t have to be destructive.
Byron and Francine Pirola
Being a dad is about showing up—physically and emotionally—and engaging with your children in ways that build lasting trust and make memories. I want to give you a simple framework using the letters of HEART that captures some vital expressions of fatherhood.
Ken Canfield
The 2025 Dads4Kids Fun Camp will be held from 7 – 8 November at the beautiful Coolendel Campground, located on the Shoalhaven River around three hours south of Sydney. Build memories forever with your kids.
Nathaniel Marsh
A report in The Atlantic found that, among female demographics, married mothers enjoy the highest levels of happiness, connection, and purpose — a finding that challenges the modern myth that marriage and motherhood are a burden for women.
Kurt Mahlburg
Rightly or wrongly, arguments happen. Whatever the trigger, according to author and therapist Sue Johnson, arguments between lovers are essentially a ‘protest against disconnection’. The subtext of every argument is a question: Do you care about me? Love me? Know me?
Byron and Francine Pirola
Here’s the truth that gives hope: Your child isn’t looking for a perfect dad. They’re looking for you. Present. Real. Honest. Willing to grow.
National Center for Fathering
Andrew asked pertinent questions, listened intently, and tapped into his vast experience to help me get unstuck, get growing, and get upgraded. He has a way of getting to the crux of an issue, and I’ll be forever grateful for his wisdom and counsel.
Nathaniel Marsh
Are you a new dad? Congratulations! And here’s something important to remember: In many ways, you’re also suddenly a new husband — or parenting partner.
National Center for Fathering
Awhile ago, a viral video clip came to our attention. In the video, a marriage counsellor is responding to the claim that 85% of affairs begin at work.
Byron and Francine Pirola
Saying “I love you” and “I’m so proud of you” can be a tremendous blessing and a real benefit to our kids. That doesn’t mean it’s always easy or natural for us, but we can grow in that direction.
National Center for Fathering
Gender activists have unleashed a Marxist-inspired campaign to redefine, reconfigure, and eventually destroy the family. Feminists launched a crusade to vilify men and fathers. In response, Charlie Kirk disparaged the anti-family effort in strong language.
Guest Writer
When it comes to fathering, sometimes it's two steps forward, one step back. Always remember, even if you get hit back a step after two steps forward, you’re still one step ahead from where you were before. Dads, keep on keeping on!
Nathaniel Marsh
Charlie Kirk was a huge advocate of marriage and children. It’s one thing to promote these values, and it’s another to live them out — to truly excel as a lover, protector, and provider.
Kurt Mahlburg
Cohabitating couples can be very generous and loving, but it can never be a total and unconditional gift of self while it is understood as a temporary relationship.
Byron and Francine Pirola
As a single dad, your situation may not be ideal, but your kids can still thrive and succeed.
All Pro Dad
If you want to be truly great in your life as a man, as a leader, as a husband, as a father, in employment, in business or in any endeavour, the secret for SUCCESS is HUMILITY.
Warwick Marsh
They believe that being a father is the greatest privilege given to any man, and so take their fatherhood seriously.
Guest Writer
Recently published data on marriage and divorce in Australia have caught media attention: according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies, the crude divorce rate has dropped to 2.3 per 1,000 residents (2023).
Byron and Francine Pirola
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Is ‘Grace Alone’ Enough for Marriage?
Can faith alone sustain a marriage? Love Forever, the newest YOUCAT publication, tackles this question and hundreds more with honesty, warmth, and global perspective.
Be the Best You Can Be
Today, I’m excited to announce Dads4Kids' latest Community Service Announcement (CSA) campaign, "Be The Best You Can Be", is going to air on TV networks all across Australia.
Birth and Beyond: Growing into Fatherhood
I know that technically Father’s Day is the first Sunday in September, but I think that your first Father’s Day is the day of your child’s birth. Your baby is born, but a father is born, too.
From Complaint to Request: Stop Nagging, Start Asking
While deep down we really love each other, all couples inevitably have "complaints" about their spouse. Turning our complaints into requests makes for far better communication and mutual respect, framing change in concrete, doable steps.
D.A.D. — An Acrostic Father’s Day Tribute (Part 1 of 3)
Dad Acrostic Dictums: An acrostic is generally a poem or phrase in which the first letters spell out a word. It will soon be Father’s Day. How many of these old sayings apply to you? How many apply to your dad?
Forgiveness on Steroids: How Danny Abdallah Forgave the Man Who Killed His 3 Children
Danny Abdallah could have easily smashed the man who killed his children, as at one stage he was the Australian kickboxing champion. He recently met the man in the jail where he is serving his sentence to tell him personally of his forgiveness.
Sydney Dad Who Lost Three Children Faces Drunk Driver in Emotional TV Special
One of the speakers at this year’s Dads4Kids Men’s Leadership Summit was Danny Abdallah — the Sydney father who lost three children to a drunk driver and went on to forgive the killer. This weekend, Danny will appear in an episode of Spotlight on 7NEWS that recounts the tragic incident — and more importantly, will highlight Danny’s journey of forgiveness.
Why is Forgiveness So Hard?
As we work more with couples, and get more life experience under our own belt, we’re gaining better insight into why forgiveness is so elusive. Here are some of the reasons why people commonly resist forgiveness.
Being a Single Dad: The Joys, Challenges and All the In-Between
In 2013, Michael Ray became the sole parent of his two-year-old daughter Charlie. Michael has since published his first book, "Who Knew", which speaks to his experiences as a single dad, exposing some of the stigmas men come up against in the parenting world.
Honouring the Past, Excited for the Future
Please be assured as I take on the new role of CEO that the heart of Dads4Kids will continue to beat strong with fresh energy. I’m excited for all that God, our Father in Heaven, has in store for the big-hearted movement founded by the wonderful Warwick and Alison Marsh.
Bedtime and Beyond: A Father’s Opportunity to Shepherd the Home
Bedtime isn’t just a routine. It’s a ministry. For fathers walking in faith, bedtime can be one of the most consistent windows to lead, disciple, and bond with their children. It’s not about perfection—it’s about presence, peace, and perspective.
Is it Time to Admit That Divorce Hurts Kids Big Time?
Divorce is a tragedy that shatters a child’s world, and a substantial new study confirms the detrimental effects on a child's wellbeing. But children can overcome the hurdles cast their way by the divorce of their parents and go on to have stable, intact families of their own.
Your Dad Shaped You—Now It’s Your Turn: How to Father Well, No Matter Your Past
Whatever your story, your children don’t need you to be flawless. They need their father to be present. They need you to be aware of the story behind you, so you can write a better one in front of them.
One by One: Building Men, Growing Fathers, and Changing Generations
Millions of men are looking for hope. Be a man who commits to bettering yourself as a man and dad so that, one by one, we will continue building men, growing fathers, and changing generations.
Is the Family Making a Comeback?
For decades, conventional wisdom has said that marriage — widely recognised as the bedrock institution of society — is on the decline. But brand new research has challenged that assumption. If family is making a comeback, that is a huge victory for everyone.
Champions Make Champions
If we really want to have champion marriages, we must mix with champion couples who can model, motivate, correct and counsel.
Friendships Matter: The Concerning Rise in Male Loneliness
The recent trend of men having fewer friends is very concerning. But the solution for any man is usually simple, but not always easy. Forming friendships does take work, but it's worth the investment.
Adolf Hitler, Charles Manson & Jack the Ripper Had One Thing in Common: Fatherlessness
Fatherlessness drives violent crime. But a father’s commitment to his wife and children destroys violence before it can begin. Let's become the change we seek for our children.
Nike Celebrates Fatherhood and Family
Fatherhood and family — which are often portrayed negatively in popular culture — received a rare moment of glory this week, thanks to Nike’s heartwarming ad celebrating pro golfer Scottie Scheffler’s recent win at The Open Championship in Northern Ireland.
Long Live the Ten-Second Kiss
We recommend the ten-second kiss at two key points in the day: the point of separation at the beginning of the workday, and the point of reunion at day’s end. Kissing promotes bonding, reduces stress, and re-transitions us from individuals to a couple sharing life together.
Voices for Paternity Testing
Millions of men worldwide are affected annually by paternity fraud. Proving paternity is vital for the rights of the real biological dad, the child, and for establishing relationships and responsibilities based on truth – from the beginning.
The Inside Man: Pursuing Purpose to Strengthen Yourself
A man must discover his purpose. This is something every person must wrestle with at some point if they are to lead a fulfilling life. Your 'Inside' or 'Inner Man' will be so thankful that you did.
When Mummy Is the Favourite
Our daughter has turned fiercely Mum-favourite. “No, Mummy do it” is now the refrain that echoes through our corridors. Here are a few strategies I used to help win back my daughter's heart.
The Other Sex: Language Matters
Language not only expresses our conscious and subconscious thoughts, but it also influences them. Next time you find yourself talking about the ‘opposite’ sex – try using ‘other’ sex and see if it takes you to a different way of seeing our differences.
Payback for False Allegations
A string of successful malicious prosecution cases could throw a spanner in the works of the huge false allegations industry. Fantasy? Perhaps. But a recent High Court decision gives a rare glimmer of hope. One small step for mankind. And we should celebrate this small success.
What Does It Mean to Be a Man?
Being a man in 2025 might be more complicated than it was in, say, 1955. But history shows our forefathers faced enormous, often devastating challenges. Being a man is difficult and challenging—but maybe that’s exactly the point
















































