From Vow 'Til Now

By Dennis and Mary Jo Weiss

Dennis and Mary Jo Weiss write from their home in Hamburg, New York. Over 30 years ago, as a couple of starry-eyed kids just out of college, they made a promise to love and honor each other “all the days of their lives”. With the blessings of five children and now grandchildren, their journey continues.

Most Recent Posts

A Few Parting Words

After four years of blogging, Dennis and Mary Jo present their final blog post for For Your Marriage. As a farewell to readers, they offer some wisdom and advice for living out "happily ever after" in marriage.

Technology and the Family

November 14, 2017

Technology is part of the fabric of our everyday lives, and while it can be good for entertainment sometimes, it can become a distraction or even an addiction. Mary Jo reflects on ways to draw boundaries with technology in family life and instead enjoy simpler times with each other face-to-face. More →

We Are All Called to be Witnesses of God’s Love

October 11, 2017

What do the consecrated life and marriage have in common? After attending the professions of two Dominican sisters, Dennis finds some similarities in the vows of a religious and the marriage vows between a man and a woman. More →

Stewardship in Marriage

September 13, 2017

In marriage, God entrusts us with the care of a spouse, children, and physical belongings. What is the most appropriate way to lovingly and responsibly handle these gifts? Mary Jo reflects on the concept of stewardship in her married life and how she and her husband work to cultivate it. More →

The Rosary, A Spiritual Weapon for Families

August 18, 2017

The Rosary is a powerful prayer, especially when you’re praying for your family. Dennis writes about how he and his “fellow warrior,” his wife Mary Jo, have taken up a daily Rosary to intercede for their marriage and their children. More →

The Boxes We Create

July 17, 2017

Sometimes our thoughts and experiences can place people in a box rather than extend a hand in friendship. MaryJo reflects on the ways we can show mercy to help and support families who are different than we are. More →

Fathers and Daughters

June 12, 2017

When he walks his daughter down the aisle at her wedding, Dennis reminisces about her childhood and their memories together. He reflects on his role as father and the ways it has changed over the years. More →

Pages: 12345678

DISCLAIMER

Throughout www.foryourmarriage.org, links to other websites are provided solely for the user’s convenience. USCCB assumes no responsibility for these websites, their content, or their sponsoring organizations.

From Vow 'Til Now

Most Recent Posts

SPONSORED BY

AFFILIATED SITES

DISCLAIMER