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Christian dating site Marry Well puts focus squarely on marriage

Even if you’ve been married a long time, you’re undoubtedly aware that online dating has progressed well beyond fad status. Singles trying to find alternatives to office romance scenarios, the bar scene or friends’ connections to … Read more

New, fun ideas to celebrate this Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is upon us, which is, stereotypically, the day that most men dread and most women cherish. However, when you think about it, there’s really no better reason to celebrate than love, and no reason … Read more

We all have messes we need to clean up

This year my personal theme is “Start at Home.” I borrowed it from my favorite TV channel HGTV. Start at home by loving my husband, daughter, and dog, by serving my family, by giving myself time … Read more

3 things to ask yourself before the New Year

I often bite off more than I can chew. I underestimate how long it takes to do something. I overestimate my ability to complete things without help from others. I chalk it up to my optimism. … Read more

Most wonderful time of the year?

My favorite Christmas song this year is “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”…but not for the reason you would expect. I love this song this year because it has made me laugh out loud … Read more

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Discovering purpose, faith through service

Defining your life’s purpose is challenging for most people. Service to others is a great way to help define and shape that purpose, but there are other spiritual factors involved, including taking advantage of the talents … Read more

Colorado adoption partnership between state, churches a rousing success

A Colorado initiative has cut the number of children needing adoptive parents in half in just a year and a half. The partnership between a blend of the state Department of Human Services,, several county governments, … Read more

CDC finds marriage promotes longevity over cohabitation

A study released this week by the Center for Disease Control indicated the benefits of marriage over cohabitating relationships. The findings showed that 78 percent of marriage lasted at least five years as opposed to just … Read more

Marriage conventions changing rapidly

The stylized marriage of 1950s television is increasingly going by the wayside. Slightly more women than men were on the payrolls in nonfarm jobs in January, according to figures released in early February by the U.S. … Read more

James Dobson bids farewell to Focus on the Family

James Dobson wrapped up his final Focus on the Family radio show on Friday. He will be starting a new ministry, Family Talk, which will debut in May. Dobson was adamant the new venture is not … Read more

Making middle children feel connected

Helping middle children avoid feeling like they are left out of family discussions and decisions is important. Giving middle children peacemaking opportunities and the opportunity to discover their own unique gits is critical. Read more

Ministers going online to search for possible spouses

One in five Americans surfing the Internet is looking for romance, according to a recent poll—and online dating appeals even to young ministers, who due to their vocation must be wary about looking for love in … Read more

Catholic bishops remain strongly opposed to fertility technology

Catholic bishops remain steadfastly opposed to assisted reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination despite statistics which show the overwhelming majority of American Catholics rarely follow church doctrines strictly when it comes to matters concerning sexuality. “American … Read more

Dad defies court order by taking 3-year-old daughter to Catholic church

The divorce of Chicago couple Joseph and Rebecca Reyes has generated local news headlines for its complications. Joseph Reyes took his 3-year-old daughter to be baptized as a Catholic, violating an agreement between him and his … Read more

British pastor draws fire telling wives to submit to their husbands

A British pastor angered many in his own congregation by handling of pamphlets with a literal interpretation of Ephesians 5:24, “Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to their husbands in … Read more

Seeking a more stable balance between work, home, love life

Men who are heavily involved in their careers and work often have a difficult time communicating with their wives about family matters, particularly when it comes to sexual relationships. How can families gain a Christian perspective … Read more

National Marriage Week underway

Starting yesterday through next Sunday – Valentine’s Day – is being celebrated as national Marriage Week. According to a report released last year by the National Center on African American Marriages and Parenting (NCAAMP) and the … Read more

Survey finds kids react much better to parents who keep even keel

A new survey conducted by a British university finds that early adolescents have a much better self-image if their parents are able to solve differences civilly. Read more

A Christian guide to sex?

When it comes to sex, most married Christians just do what works for them. If they have been blessed enough to have discovered something that brings satisfaction, pleasure, closeness, and climax, they most likely will continue … Read more

What if your family rejects your faith?

You may consider yourself a devout Christian who reads the Bible and prays regularly. But what if your family either ignores or rejects your belief? Read more