Marriage & Family Ministries

Our vision is for all couples to be prepared for a healthy, married relationship that lasts a lifetime. This includes strengthening and encouraging marriages to follow God’s design. We hold to the priority of putting God first, spouse and marriage second and then family.

Healthy marriages strengthen our church, our community and the work place. Married couples have healthier lifestyles, live longer, have a satisfying sexual relationship, are financially more stable, and children generally do better.

Love each other with genuine affection and take
delight  in honoring each other – Romans 12:10

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Marriage Preparation

Thinking of getting married? Come join the Marriage Preparation class that begins on Sunday, February 21. The class meets in the home of Rudy and Carol Ramos from 2:30-4:30 pm for six weeks. Topics such as love, communication, intimacy, finances, and conflict resolution will be discussed. The classes prepare you to make your marriage precious and special, lasting a life time. You can pick up an application for the class called "Thinking about Marriage" at the information center on Sunday. Contact: Rudy & Carol Ramos.

Newly Married: Food and Friendship

Join us for an opportunity to meet other couples who are at the same stage in life, just married to 5 years. We meet at least monthly for social activities, building friendships, and encouraging one another in Christian marriage. Contact: Stephen & Julie Polk.

Marriage 911: First Response

Tuesday, February 9-March 2, 7:00-8:30 pm, C407

Come and be trained as facilitators to help couples struggling in their marriage. Joe and Michelle Williams (authors of Yes, Your Marriage Can Be Saved) will be guest presenters for one session. Contact: David & Denise Whitaker.

Mentor Couples

Would you like to encourage and guide a less experienced married couple or an engaged couple? Would you like to share with another couple how you overcame some challenges in marriage and family? Mentor couples are not perfect, they simply want to share their lives caringly. Contact:  Rudy & Carol Ramos.

Would you like to be Mentored?

Would you enjoy a mentoring relationship with a more experienced couple that has traveled your stage in marriage? Mentor couples are not marriage counselors but are willing to encourage and guide couples who want grow in their relationship. Contact:  Rudy & Carol Ramos.

Making Your Marriage A Celebration

Join us on Sunday morning as we glorify God by celebrating our marriage relationship and learn how to improve it. Topics are discussed in a large group followed by small group discussion. This is a great time to meet other couples in your stage of life. MYMAC couples also meet occasionally for fun and fellowship during the semester.  Contact: Ning & Rosa Sizto or Mike & Dee Murphy.