Your marriage = worth it.

Here’s the Plan.

Our sessions are strategically, efficiently constructed with 40+ years of experience in what you need to know. Get the most out of your weekend by attending every one.

Sessions and Times

Friday

This is your “Welcome to the weekend!” Our speakers will show you exactly how to pursue a marriage that works―through stories of their own breakthroughs and epic wipeouts. 

They’ll help you understand threats to your marriage (which you might not have known were there) and what’s standing in the way of your communication.

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Event Check-in

7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Introduction

7:30 pm – 8:10 pm

Session 1: Are You Living the Dream?

Session 1 – Are You Living the Dream?

We all come into marriage with a picture of what “happily ever after” looks like.

Why did you fall in love with each other?
When did some of your dreams about marriage hit reality?
What three options confront us when our dreams don’t match reality?

8:10 pm – 8:30 pm

Break

8:30 pm – 9:10 pm

Session 2: Let’s Talk

Session 2 – Let’s Talk

Good communication is necessary if we want to stay on the path toward oneness

What is the goal of communication?
Why does communication seem to get difficult over time?
Are we practicing the two key communication habits that lead to understanding one another?

Saturday

Today’s the boost your marriage has longed for. These topics get you closer to the marriage destination you’ve dreamed about, as well as advice on marriage must-haves and handling the sticky parts (i.e. conflict) in ways that actually work.

We pack a strong spiritual element, too, helping you collect biblical principles for a healthy relationship.

9:00 am – 10:10 am

Session 3: The Forgotten Dream

Session 3 – The Forgotten Dream

God’s original design for marriage is better than our best dreams for marriage.

What did God intend for the first couple to experience in marriage?
How can each couple make the world a better place?
What are the keys to experiencing real companionship in marriage?

10:10 am – 10:30 am

Break

10:30 am – 11:10 am

Session 4: How the Dream Comes Crashing Down

Session 4 – How the Dream Comes Crashing Down

Every marriage will encounter three major threats to oneness.

What are the common threats that every marriage faces?
What role do I play as a possible saboteur to oneness?
How is our marriage impacted by the world we live in?

11:10 am – 11:30 am

Break

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Session 5: God’s Power for Oneness

Session 5 – God’s Power for Oneness

God never intended you to face life or marriage alone.

How does God restore companionship with His creation?
How does God help you to love your spouse like He loves us?
Who else has God put around you to help you on this journey to oneness?

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm –3:05 pm

Session 6: Let’s Fight

Session 6 – Let’s Fight

Through the power of the Spirit, you can actually build oneness through conflict

What’s your default conflict pattern?
What are the three main categories of conflict?
What are four healthy ways to grow oneness through conflict?

3:05 pm – 3:25 pm

Break

3:25 pm – 4:15 pm

Session 7: Let’s Talk About Sex

Session 7 – Let’s Talk About Sex

Sexual intimacy between husband and wife is a reflection of a couple’s oneness.

Whose idea was this anyway?
What are the myths we believe about sex?
How can a couple develop a love life that lasts a lifetime?

4:15 pm – 5:00 pm

Date to Remember prep

Sunday

We split up into guys and ladies for real talk about being a husband and father, a wife and a mom.

Lastly, we look at your future: the ways your marriage could change generations—and this world—for the better.

And you’re out in time for lunch.

8:00 am – 8:45 am

* Special Session: Blended Families

8:00 am – 8:45 am

* Special Session: Married in the Military (selected locations)

9:00 am – 10:00 am

Session 8: Man to Man (for men only)

Session 8 – Man to Man

Every husband is called to love his wife like Jesus loves the church.

Who is my role model as a husband?
How do I love my wife like Jesus loves me?
What impact can a godly husband have on the next generation?

10:00 am – 10:10 am

Break

10:10 am – 11:10 am

Session 8: Woman to Woman (for women only)

Session 8 – Woman to Woman

Every woman is called to help and support her husband.

How does pursuing a relationship with God affect your marriage?
What does friendship look like for a man?
How does your man feel loved?

11:10 am – 11:30 am

Break

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Session 9: Make the Dream a Reality

Session 9 – Make the Dream a Reality

Godly oneness propels us into a mission greater than just “happily ever after”.

What will you remember from this weekend?
What will you commit to God, your spouse, and yourself?
How can your marriage change the world one home at a time?
Find Your Getaway

Allow us to whisper a few insider tips.

Once you select the perfect destination for your weekend, hurry and book the hotel at least three weeks prior to the getaway. Our special rate is subject to availability and lead time.
The atmosphere all weekend is laid-back. Dress comfortably and in layers (ballrooms get chilly!).
All sessions are delivered to the audience at large, followed by one-on-one projects with your spouse.
Make date night the highlight of your weekend. Make a reservation, do something fun together, or simply hang out the “do not disturb” sign.
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