The Wedding Chaplain Blog

All I Want for Christmas is a Healthy Relationship

All I Want for Christmas is a Healthy Relationshipby: David AndersonPublished on: 12/13/2023

Christmas love songs are full of romance, heartbreak, longing, and nostalgia. Here is why couples should guard their hearts during the holiday season.

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All I Want for Christmas is a Healthy Relationship

Why Every Couple Needs a Shared Calendar

Why Every Couple Needs a Shared Calendarby: David AndersonPublished on: 08/23/2021

A shared calendar helps couples communicate clearly, reduce small arguments, and stay on the same page.

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Why Every Couple Needs a Shared Calendar

Time Apart Can Strengthen a Marriage

by: Elizabeth SquirekPublished on: 06/09/2021

Healthy time apart, personal friendships, and supportive community can help couples grow stronger and return to marriage refreshed.

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Time Apart Can Strengthen a Marriage

Do Not Be a Phubber: Phones, Marriage, and Presence

Do Not Be a Phubber: Phones, Marriage, and Presenceby: David AndersonPublished on: 04/28/2020

During the 2020 pandemic, smartphone use has become an even bigger relationship issue. Here are four simple ways couples can protect presence and avoid phubbing.

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Do Not Be a Phubber: Phones, Marriage, and Presence