Before You Say, ‘I Do’ (Marriage Preparation Course)
31/8 – 19/10 (8 Wed
7:30pm @ South
Transept Hall)
Retreat 22/10
(Sat 12nn-4pm)
Rev Peter Chen
& Team
$10/- for workbook
The rate of divorce and marital
breakdown among those married less than 5 years is increasing sharply. The
couple's pledge to stay together 'till death do us part' cannot be taken for
granted. What is essential in building strong marriages and relationships that
last?
The course will look at critical and
practical issues in a marriage relationship. Topics include:
·
What is Marriage?
– Biblical View, Right & Wrong Reasons, Vision Statement
·
Building Strong Foundations
– Respect, Faithfulness, Commitment & Love
·
Uniqueness & Differences
– Your Personality Type, The Essential 3 A’s
·
Communication & Marital
Health –
Effective Communication, How to Communicate Love & Build Intimacy
·
Conflict Resolution
– Causes of Conflict, Conflict Resolution
·
In-Laws & Financial Issues
– Relationship with In-laws, Making Financial Adjustments
·
Defining Roles, Sharing
Responsibilities & Starting a Family
·
When Two Become One
- Growing in Oneness, Importance of Prayer
The course is compulsory for those who want to marry in the Cathedral.