• Marriage: A Vocation to Forgive

    21 October, 2026

    A bishop’s reflections on his parents’ 52-year marriage reveal a powerful truth: lasting love depends less on perfection than on mercy, humility and forgiveness.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Give Young Men Something Worth Coming Back To

    20 October, 2026

    Young men still want marriage and family, but growing numbers feel discouraged by a culture that criticises masculinity. Rebuilding trust means restoring dignity and hope.

    Lisa Britton

  • Stuff You Don't Have Time for Anymore

    14 October, 2026

    Rediscover the simple pleasures that once brought joy to everyday life. A little intentional planning can help restore meaningful moments and strengthen relationships.

    Jay Payleitner

  • The Dating Recession

    7 October, 2026

    Young adults haven’t abandoned marriage or love; many are simply weary of today’s dating culture. Could recovering intentional dating and relationship skills help a generation find lasting love?

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • How to Stay Connected for a Lifetime

    30 September, 2026

    Marriage can gradually lose its spark as life pulls couples apart. But connection can be restored through acceptance, intentional time together, attentive listening, fewer distractions and renewed intimacy.

    Larry Stockstill

  • The Mental Load is an Equal Opportunity Frustration

    23 September, 2026

    The ‘mental load’ is trending online as a woman’s burden. But if we only count tasks and time, we miss half the story – because someone also sets the standard, and that makes a big impact on the dynamic. 

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Myths about Arguments

    16 September, 2026

    When it comes to marriage, relationships and arguments, there are a lot of myths out there. Here are five of the most common.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Don't Be Surprised, Dad: Thinking 10-15 Years Ahead

    3 September, 2026

    The patterns fathers establish today can shape their families for decades. Thinking ahead with small, intentional choices now can build stronger relationships, lasting faith and a legacy worth passing on.

    National Center for Fathering

  • gender war

    2 September, 2026

    The gender war is not merely an online spectacle. Its consequences are reshaping families, schools and workplaces, leaving both men and women struggling.

    Lisa Britton

  • The Conversation No Couple Wants to Have (But Needs To)

    26 August, 2026

    Why couples should talk openly about death early in marriage—not out of morbidity, but as an act of love, preparation, and faith that deepens intimacy while there's still time.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • The Men in Your Life Are Struggling More Than You Know

    24 August, 2026

    In the quiet moments, a growing number of young men are confronting a hard truth about themselves.

    Lisa Britton

  • Empowering Dads and Granddads

    21 August, 2026

    A recap of the Grandparenthood podcast chat on the impact of dads, and a preview of the 2026 Men's Summit at Stanwell Tops, highlighting the National Grandparent Conference happening the same weekend.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • toddler

    13 August, 2026

    A viral video of a toddler watching her parents’ wedding reveals something profound: children draw security not only from being loved, but from seeing their parents love each other.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • miscarriage

    12 August, 2026

    Miscarriage is one of the most common griefs couples face, yet it is rarely discussed. Here's how communities can respond with tenderness rather than platitudes.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Society Wins When Fathers Are Respected

    11 August, 2026

    Men’s happiness is falling, especially among working-class men, as marriage and fatherhood decline. Restoring the value of fatherhood could help rebuild purpose, family, and hope.

    Lisa Britton

  • Natural Fertility

    5 August, 2026

    Couples are adopting natural fertility methods (also called Natural Family Planning) with new vigour. Not only do these methods help couples plan their families reliably, they connect the couple in a profound way with the essence of their masculinity and femininity.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • gift

    29 July, 2026

    What the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can teach every marriage about the gift of frailty.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Are We Outliving Marriage?

    22 July, 2026

    We’ve heard it said many times – you probably have as well – it goes like this: “People live so much longer these days, it’s unreasonable to expect a marriage to last all their life.” Is it true?

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • Verbalise Dreams

    15 July, 2026

    Strong marriages are built on shared dreams, not silent sacrifices. Discover why speaking your hopes aloud can deepen unity, strengthen trust, and help couples flourish together.

    Jay Payleitner

  • sleep

    8 July, 2026

    Sleep deprivation is a recognised means of torture. But what about when the cause is one of our children? In this post we explore how we might sleep our way to a better marriage.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

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