Marriage

Married4Life is a ministry dedicated to nurturing, strengthening, and celebrating God-centered marriages by walking alongside couples as they navigate the joys and challenges of marriage. We equip them with practical tools, spiritual encouragement, and a supportive community. Through biblical teaching, fellowship, and shared experiences, we aim to help couples grow in love, unity, and purpose, honor their marriage vows, and build thriving relationships that reflect God’s design while serving as a foundation for healthy families and communities.

Our Goals:

1. Strengthen Marriages through God’s Word: Provide couples with a biblical framework for marriage, emphasizing the importance of love, respect, forgiveness, and commitment.
Equip Couples for Life’s Challenges: Offer guidance on navigating common marital challenges such as communication barriers, financial stress, parenting, and conflict resolution. Celebrate Marriage: Create opportunities for couples to rekindle their love and celebrate milestones together, affirming the beauty and value of marriage.
2. Foster a Supportive Community: Build a safe space where couples can connect, share experiences, and encourage each other in their faith and relationships.
3. Inspire Leadership: Empower couples to lead their families with faith and integrity, becoming role models within the church and the broader community.

How Couples Will Be Better in 2025

1. Faith-Rooted Marriages: Couples will deepen their spiritual connection with God and each other, learning to prioritize prayer, scripture, and worship in their relationship.
2. Stronger Bonds: Through enhanced communication skills and conflict resolution tools, couples will grow in trust, understanding, and intimacy.
3. Lasting Joy and Passion: Regular participation in enriching activities will help couples keep their relationships vibrant and fulfilling.
4. Supportive Network: Married4Life will build a community of like-minded couples which is the Council who share wisdom, encouragement, and accountability.
5. Legacy of Love: Couples will develop skills to positively influence their children and communities, creating a ripple effect of strong, faith-based families.

What to Expect:

Monthly Couples Connect Small Groups – join Be Light Connect group every 4th Thursday of the month

• Description: Small, intimate groups where couples meet virtually. These groups foster deep relationships and provide ongoing encouragement.

Date Night Challenge – Quarterly

• Description: A quarterly challenge encouraging couples to prioritize quality time by completing fun, creative date-night ideas provided by Married4Life.

Married4Life Brunch Clinic – February 8, 2025/TBA
Married4Life Brunch Clinic is an engaging and interactive session designed to provide practical tools and insights for couples looking to strengthen their relationships.

What to Expect:

• Marriage Check-Up Tools: Learn how to assess the health of your relationship, identify areas for growth, and celebrate your strengths as a couple.
• Practical Exercises: Participate in guided activities that promote honest communication, deeper understanding, and mutual appreciation.
• Expert Guidance: Gain valuable insights from relationship counselors and ministry leaders who will provide biblical and practical advice tailored to the needs of couples.
• Open Dialogue: Engage in meaningful conversations with other couples, sharing experiences and strategies to strengthen your marriage.

Married4Life Couples Outing – June 6, 2025 location TBD

What’s Planned:

• Fun Activities: Engage in exciting games, team challenges, or outdoor adventures designed to foster teamwork and laughter.
• Relaxing Moments: Enjoy peaceful quality time with your spouse in a beautiful setting.
• Fellowship: Connect with other couples, share stories, and strengthen friendships.
• Snacks and Refreshments: Light bites and drinks will be provided to keep the energy up throughout the day!

Relationship Matters Summit – September 5 - 6

Mark your calendars for the Relationship Matters Summit, a transformative event designed exclusively for couples to strengthen their relationships and deepen their connection with each other and with God.

What to Expect:

• Inspiring Keynote Sessions: Learn from renowned speakers and marriage experts who will share practical insights and biblical wisdom for creating lasting, God-centered relationships.
• Breakout Workshops: Choose from sessions on communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, financial harmony, and balancing work and family life.
• Couples’ Activities: Enjoy fun, interactive exercises designed to strengthen your bond and create shared memories.
• Worship and Prayer: Experience the power of worship and spiritual renewal together as a couple.
• Networking and Fellowship: Connect with other couples in the Married4Life community, sharing stories and building friendships that last beyond the event.

Stay Connected: Scan the QR Code! To make things even easier, we’ve created a QR Code that will connect you to all our upcoming events and activities.

• How to Join: Scan the QR code below to RSVP for this outing and ensure you’re the first to know about all future Married4Life events.
• Benefits of Joining: Stay in the loop, receive updates directly, and never miss an opportunity to invest in your relationship!
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  We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming events and sharing many more experiences with you through the Married4Life community. Let’s grow stronger together—one event at a time!

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