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Great article in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette covering the work Communio is doing with CityChurch Network of Arkansas to create hubs of healthy relationships throughout the state of Arkansas. https://lnkd.in/egTjKyiv

Are you championing marriage in your church and community? In a society where the institution of marriage is often under siege, the church has a pivotal role to play. Pastors are called to counsel and support couples through marital crises, but they also need resources to champion marriage within their congregations. By providing tools and programs that reinforce the sanctity of marriage, the church can stand as a beacon of hope and stability in a culture of uncertainty.

The increase in "deaths of despair," which include deaths related to drug and alcohol abuse, and the perception that the American Dream is unachievable, along with a decrease in overall happiness among Americans, are often linked to issues such as economic inequality and struggling educational systems. However, sociologist Brad Wilcox argues that the root cause is America's retreat from marriage. Wilcox believes that the state of marriage has far-reaching impacts beyond individual households. Read more about how this research shows marriage is crucial for societal thriving. https://lnkd.in/gkC3XZ4r

We understand that the roles of Mom and Dad are crucial for creating a healthy family structure. However, the latest research from the Institute of Family Studies emphasizes that marriage plays an even more significant role in shaping boys into healthy men. You can read about J.P. De Gance's insights into the role of fathers in the lives of young boys. https://lnkd.in/gnU5Ugbn

Our team had a chance to interview pastors at the SBC Convention, asking them why the mission of Communio is so important to the Church. Listen to what Pastor Chris Smith, pastor for 25 years and associational missionary at the SBC, had to say.

We are halfway through 2024. Can you believe it?  Here at Communio, we've seen firsthand the incredible power that strong marriages have in strengthening church communities. As we enter into the second half of the year, we want to encourage you to apply the concept of consistent reflection and evaluation to your marriage. Ask yourself: - What successes in my marriage can I celebrate? - What challenges have we faced, and how can we address them better moving forward? - What goals can we set for the next 90 days to strengthen our marriage? By taking the time to intentionally focus on our marriages, we can create a relationship that not only survives but thrives in the grace and love of the gospel.

Would you believe married men are on average happier, healthier, and wealthier? According to statistics, married men are better off than unmarried or divorced men. We believe strong households create strong communities, but strong fathers create strong families. Do you agree? Let us know in the comments. https://lnkd.in/gG_hgysj

Communio is growing! We have another open position on our Church Strategy team. The Catholic Church Strategist we need is a people magnet with the natural-born ability to both persuade people to action and execute a proven process to perfection. If your superpower is the ability to “read” people and situations effectively, if you thrive on taking difficult situations involving people and converting skeptics into believers by exceeding their expectations, and if you pride yourself on impeccable follow through on a variety of fast-paced projects – click the link below and keep reading. You’re going to love it at Communio. https://lnkd.in/eURMViUQ

What does the most up-to-date research and social science reveal about the future of marriage, and the future of faith, in the United States? https://lnkd.in/gA4fF9GC

Whether you work in the home or outside the home, balancing life as a working mom can be lonely, challenging, and overwhelming. But you are not alone. Check out this great resource from Christian Parenting. https://lnkd.in/gru9CGYz