by Michelle C. Martin | Jun 14, 2024 | Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Prayer, Society, Spirituality
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of wrongs.” ~ 1 Corinthians 13:4-5. Love is patient and kind are words from the...
by Stephanie Barker | May 30, 2024 | Family Life, Marriage, Parenting, Prayer, Society
Catholic Motherhood: A Journey of Faith and Resilience I often find myself facing numerous challenges that test my faith, resilience, and commitment to my spiritual belief. From the daily demands to difficulties of nurturing my children, I navigate a path loaded with...
by Michelle C. Martin | Mar 21, 2024 | Church, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Society
Can Catholics Elope? According to the Code of Canon Law, Catholics can indeed elope…But it’s not what you think. Elopement means getting married in secret. Romeo and Juliet are the most famous examples of this behavior. They are a tragically romanticized example...
by Michelle C. Martin | Mar 17, 2024 | Church, Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Parenting, Society, Teachings
Natural Family Planning: the non-contraceptive pregnancy plan. Harmony vs. Control! I’ve known Catholics who have entered the church because of Natural Family Planning. But I’ve also known Catholics who left the faith because of Natural Family Planning....
by Michelle C. Martin | Nov 13, 2023 | Family Life, Marriage, Marriage Prep, Society
Defensiveness is refusing to accept responsibility for one’s actions in a way that escalates the conflict. Last week we talked about the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. (The first can be found...