The Marriage Course

This course encourages couples to develop an intimate, long lasting and healthy marriage and is very practical, interesting and fun!

We are currently running a Marriage Course in Colchester. Contact us if you would like to come for a taste!

What is it?

The Marriage Course is a series of eight sessions designed to help any married couple strengthen their relationship. There is no group work involved - couples talk and work through topics privately. It’s a great opportunity to spend time together as a couple looking at the important issues in your marriage- the only person you talk to is your partner.

The Marriage Course is very practical and will help equip you with the tools needed to build a healthy marriage that lasts a lifetime. Each week you are given the opportunity to enjoy special time together and listen to a talk. Then there is plenty of opportunity to discuss the topic as a couple. We repeat there is no group work involved at any stage of the course.

Who is it for?

It is for any couple who wants to work together at and invest in their relationship. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been living together/married for less than two years or more than thirty. If you have a strong marriage this course will help you make it even better and will reinforce your good habits.

If on the other hand your marriage is in difficulty, the course will help provide you with very practical tools to help you work through the issues. Some couples who were separated have used the course as a way of trying to get back together.

While the course is based on Christian principles couples are welcome with or without a church background. Many couples who are not churchgoers have enjoyed and benefited from doing the course.

What's involved?

Drinks – each evening starts with a drink. In a friendly atmosphere there’s an opportunity to spend a short time together as a couple or with other couples as you choose.

Talk – each evening a talk is given. In some venues we will use DVD’s for the talks and in others we will give the talks.

Coffee and discussion time – during the talk there are exercises for you to do together as a couple. Every effort is made to make sure your conversations aren’t being overheard and music is played in the background. During the longest exercise you are served coffee or tea and a dessert.

Homework – at the end of each session you will be given some homework to do together before the next session. It isn’t looked at by anyone else and is just for your own benefit to help you continue your discussion at home.

Talk titles:
Building Strong Foundations
The Art of Communication
Resolving Conflict
The Power of Forgiveness
Parents and In-Laws
Good Sex
Love in Action
The Marriage Course Party - What makes a Marriage Work?

What does it cost?

A basic charge is made to cover the cost of the dessert and materials. The cost of the course will vary at different locations. Please check with your local course to find out what they charge.

We are currently running a Marriage Course in Colchester. Contact us if you would like to come for a taste!