4 important discussions to have with your partner before marriage
When I met the man who would become my husband, we quickly became the best of friends. It felt like the most natural thing in the world. Though we felt…
So, will you really find ‘the one’ when you stop looking?
One of my best qualities can also be my biggest hindrance in my faith life: I am extremely good at planning and organization. My Google calendar has events blocked off…
What St. Joseph is teaching me about looking for love
In his recent and popular book “Consecration to St. Joseph,” Father Donald Calloway recommends that Catholic husbands, fathers and workers hold St. Joseph as their role model for growing in…
What a pandemic taught me about marriage
“May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be” (St. Thérèse of Lisieux). I have always been an intense planner. In January of 2020, when…
Contemplative dating
Relationships have never been easy, but dating in the 21st century provides its own struggles, especially for people of faith. While the culture’s narrative may be enticing, there are resources…
5 ways to discuss faith
Bring it Up. Waiting until you’re emotionally invested in someone isn’t the ideal time to find out they’re atheist or against religion. When my husband and I first met (in…
When the one you love walks away
It was the love story of a Catholic girl’s dreams. I met Greg* my senior year of college doing a month-long mission trip in Hawaii with other college students. We…
5 questions to ask before jumping into a relationship
Emily Wilson Hussem, author, speaker, musician and YouTuber, has fought tirelessly to defend the truth to women against the lies of our culture. She recently married her Dutch sweetheart and…
When to walk away
“I just think that I need to wait it out a little while longer.” My friend shifted in her chair as she nervously ran her fingers along her coffee cup….