by Stephanie Barker | Apr 25, 2024 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Health, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Society, Spirituality, Teachings
The Divine Symphony of NFP: Ah, the dance of life within the sacred rhythm of natural family planning—a topic that ignites joy and purpose in the heart of this married Catholic mother. In the enchanting melody of marriage and motherhood, the concept of natural family...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jan 30, 2024 | Church, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“Simon, do you love me more than these?” The first time I heard the real explanation of this gospel passage was at a college dance. I thought Jesus was asking if Simon loved Him more than the other disciples did. This scene takes place on the sea shore, after Christ’s...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jul 10, 2023 | Agapè Catholic Ministries, Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Society
Boundaries are Necessary: In marriage…boundaries are necessary! Do you want to know why? Because, yes, it’s still possible to be tempted away from our spouse…How annoying, right? Even when we’ve made a lifelong commitment of fidelity, love, and we have...
by Michelle C. Martin | Jun 28, 2023 | Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Society
Does Marriage Work? Does Marriage really work? In the United States, approximately 50% of marriages end in divorce. Divorce has been a “trend” this year. Several long-term celebrity couples have ended their marriages. After 10+ years together and multiple children,...
by Michelle C. Martin | May 31, 2023 | Family Life, Marriage, Parenting, Questions, Society
Are You Fulfilled? Fulfillment, or being fulfilled is something we often take to prayer, or at least should take to prayer. Over the last month, Joshua and I have been busy painting, re-carpeting, cleaning, packing, and unpacking. Oh, the joys that come with moving...