“Marriage is the foundation of a strong family
and strong families are the roots of strong communities”
Senator Bill Hardiman,
Chairman, HMGR

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Marriage and Family Building Series

Last updated on April 28, 2008

Lee WilliamsTwo Churches, One Marriage:  Supporting Interchurch Marriages

Wednesday, May 14, 2008  11:30am - 1:00 pm

Lee Williams, Ph.D. Full Professor in the Marital and Family Therapy Program, University of San Diego        

Dr. Williams, from the University of  San Diego, will present "Two Churches, One Marriage,"  a free web-based program for interchurch couples.  His presentation will explore the potential challenges and rewards that interchurch couples experience.  Dr. Williams will offer strategies and advice on ministering to and assisting couples seeking assistance.  To register, please call 616.455.5279.  Cost $10.

The Third Option

Last updated on March 19, 2008

The Third Option is an on-going group program to build better marriages. It is designed for all married couples and can be used both as marriage enrichment or crisis intervention. For hurting couples, who see only two options (painful endurance or divorce) the third option means reconciliation. For ordinary couples, the program teaches them the skills they need to have happier, healthier marriages. For more information, click here.

Read the article from the Grand Rapids Press about The Third Option here.

Secrets for Successful Marriage

Last updated on March 4, 2008

This Marriage Preparation Workshop, Secrets for Successful Marriage, is taught by experienced marriage professionals and is for couples who want to grow their relationship in preparation for marriage. It teaches couples healthy relationship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives together. Because it is skill based, Secrets for Successful Marriage is a valuable addition to traditional pastoral or professional premarital counseling. In addition, couples take the FOCCUS inventory, a questionnaire designed to help them identify relationship strengths and potential areas of growth. The workshop instructor interprets the results of the inventory in a group setting. Individualized follow up is available for an additional cost.  For more information, click here.