Marriage Ministry
Events:
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When
you were standing at the altar reciting your marriage
vows, did you have any idea that marriage would be so
complex? It probably
didn’t take you long to understand that your spouse
is not as much like you as you thought.
But figuring them out is more than just an equation.
Marriage is more than a science; it’s an art.
And like any art form, requires an investment
of time, focused study and the right tools.
If
you need to soften some of the edges in your relationship,
or want to brighten the landscape of your marriage,
The Art of Marriage is for you. This 6-session, one-and-a-half day marriage
event allows you to experience God’s design for marriage
from expert teachers and humorous vignettes.
You’ll graduate in a few hours better educated
about your marriage, your spouse and yourself.
Block out time in your schedule to attend The
Art of Marriage.
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NOTE: DATE
FOR THIS EVENT HAS BEEN SWITCHED TO MAY.
Details:
Join us as the First Pentecostal Marriage Ministry team and
FamilyLife present The Art of Marriage 2012 conference on May 4, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. and May
5, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome!
Location:
733 Church Street, Ottumwa,
Iowa 52501
Cost: $35.00/couple postmarked by April 16, 2012. After April 16, $45.00/couple
Scholarships
are available;
please contact Steve and Dawn at 641-683-7523
or email artofmarriageottumwa@live.com
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NOTE:
The registration file is in the PDF format.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it. If you
don't have this PDF software you can download
it here free.
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Schedule:
Friday Night, May 4, 2012, main sanctuary
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Check In
7:00 - 7:15 p.m. - Welcome and Introduction
7:15 - 8:15 p.m. - Session One: Love Happens
8:15 - 8:30 p.m. - Break (light snack provided)
8:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Session Two: Love Fades
9:30 p.m. - Dismiss for Project One
Saturday, May 5, 2012,
main sanctuary
8:15 - 8:45 a.m. - Light
refreshments provided
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Session Three: Love Dances
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Break for Project Two
11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. - Session Four: Love Interrupted
12:00 - 1:45 p.m. - Break for Lunch and Project Three (lunch provided-Selix Hall)
1:45 - 2:45 p.m. - Session Five: Love Sizzles
2:45 - 3:00 p.m. - Break
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Session Six: Love Always and Closing
Please note:
Childcare will not be provided.
Please see frequently asked questions.
Frequently
asked questions regarding The
Art of Marriage
Q. Do I have to attend both days of the event?
A. FamilyLife encourages couples to make it a priority
to attend the entire event. The
Art of Marriage is designed to give the best results through
participation in all of the sessions on Friday night and Saturday.
We also understand that some couples have special circumstances
and needs that may make attending the entire event a challenge.
Check with your local host for details specific to the event
you plan to attend.
Q: Can we bring children?
A:
FamilyLife cares deeply about children. However, to keep the
event free of distractions, and as a courtesy to other participants, we recommend
that children (including nursing infants) not be allowed at
the event.
Q: Will I have to engage
in group discussion?
A:
FamilyLife has not designed the event with any planned group
discussions. However, each local event coordinator has the
freedom to structure the event to meet the needs of his or
her group. If you have concerns about group discussion, check
with your local host before attending the event.
Q: Will I be required
to participate in the projects with my spouse?
A:
This event was designed so that the projects are an essential
part of the event experience. The projects allow you to immediately
apply what you’ve learned from the videos to your marriage.
We highly recommend that you make the completion of
the projects a priority during the event. We’ve received many
comments from other attendees who say the projects were the
best part of the event.
Q: Can singles attend
The Art of Marriage?
A:
ABSOLUTELY! In fact, we HIGHLY recommend it. The event will
give individuals a clear understanding of what a marriage
commitment truly means, and is also a great foundation for
engaged couples who are soon to be married. Cost would be
half of the couple fee.
Q: I have been divorced.
Will I feel uncomfortable at this event?
A:
We understand that divorce is a reality, and we have designed
this event with that reality in mind. We have tried to focus
on the condition of your current marriage rather than creating
guilt for mistakes made in the past. We also recognize that
even in such an environment, one might feel uncomfortable
at times because of past memories and regrets that are stirred
up. Our prayer is that you would come to this event excited
to make your current marriage a strong, healthy, lasting one,
even if it means dealing with some painful memories.
Q: We have a great marriage.
Why should we attend the event?
A:
Every marriage relationship is in a constant state of movement:
You are either growing closer together or further apart.
Unfortunately, it seems that the natural inclination
of human hearts is to drift apart over time. Every marriage
needs a tune-up from time to time, no matter how well it might be running. This event is
designed to heighten even the best of marriages. It also serves
as a great reminder that you are God’s gift to each other.
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