Can We Spend the Night Together?
Question: I know the Church’s views on cohabitation and premarital sex, and I agree with those. But how does the Church feel about spending the…
read moreWedding Bells and Church Bells
We thought we were just checking the box of official requirements for a Catholic wedding ceremony. And looking around the room at the 52 other…
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5 Questions To Answer Before Dating Long Distance
I’m going to be starting a new job several states away, and I’m wondering if I should try to continue to date my girlfriend? We’ve…
read moreAlways a Bridesmaid
Dear Michele, I’m having a difficult time since two of my good friends got engaged recently. Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy for them, but…
read moreFollow-Up: Cohabitation Conversation
I received some great feedback on “A Cohabitation Conversation” published last fall, showing just how pertinent this topic is for couples. I was struck by…
read moreSingle for the Holidays
Question: I really thought by the time the holidays came that I would be in a relationship. I want to be joyous and celebrate the…
read moreMeeting the Parents
Question: My boyfriend has invited me to meet his parents this Christmas. We’ve been dating about four months. Is it too soon to meet his…
read moreWhat’s Sex Got To Do With It?
Question: So, why is the Catholic Church so hung up on (or down on) sex? If two people love each other and are in a…
read moreFirst Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage the Baby in the Baby Carriage?
What do Adele, January Jones and Snooki have in common? If you answered “Absolutely nothing,” I wouldn’t blame you. But these three celebrities, along with…
read moreReligious Compatibility
Question: My boyfriend is a “lapsed” Catholic and not that connected to organized religion. I have a more active and practicing faith. Should I be worried about our religious compatibility?
Answer: There are lots of details to consider, so let’s look at some questions that can help you discern if you need to be worried about your religious compatibility…
