What The King Midas Myth Teaches About Happy Marriages
W. Bradford Wilcox, UVA sociology instructor, states that many people suffer from a “Midas mindset:” the idea that careers, education, money or other pursuits are more important than marriage and family life.
For Kids, Marriage Still Matters
The science could not be clearer: On average, the children of married parents are more likely to experience happier, healthier and more successful lives.
U. Va. Sociologist, Deseret News Contributor Tells BYU Students Marriage And Families Are The Ultimate Source Of Happiness
1 in 3 adults will never marry — and Brad Wilcox says the decrease in overall happiness correlates with declining number of marriages.
No, Divorce Is Not The New Normal: A Catholic Psychologist’s 5 Tips For A Strong & Holy Marriage
Divorce rates increase, families break apart, and the next generation suffers the effect of being raised in single-parent homes. Is this the new normal?
Intentional Marriage Plus Family Ministries Yield Good Results
In a culture where marriage rates are declining and rates of divorce are increasing, 11 parishes across the archdiocese are striving to reverse these trends by investing in ministries to strengthen marriage and family life.
Defending Marriage When Church Leaders Don’t
The institution of marriage is under attack; in fact, in many ways it seems to be on its last legs. How have Catholic leaders failed in defending marriage, and how can Catholics rebuild our respect for this sacred institution?
Celebrating Love and Connection: Marriage Happy Hour at Church of the Ascension
Eric is the Marriage and Family Pastor at Harvest Church, in Billings, Montana, where he has been on staff since August 2007. He has been partnered with Communio for two years.
Couple’s Story: Eric and Shari
Eric is the Marriage and Family Pastor at Harvest Church, in Billings, Montana, where he has been on staff since August 2007. He has been partnered with Communio for two years.
Investing in a Marriage: Fall Date Night in Quincy, Illinois
A church partner in Quincy, Illinois, St. Peter’s Church, has been running a Fall Date Night Challenge from October through December.
When Unexpected Change Affects Your Marriage
John Hazelwood (an Engagement Officer with Communio) and Pat Hazelwood, founding directors of Yes! Marriage Works, look at what happens when unexpected (and expected) changes threaten to disrupt a missionary couple’s marriage.
