Marriage Ministry
Investing in your marriage is one of the best decisions you can make!
Married LIFE
OCt 18, 2026
12:30-1:45pm
Register at anytime
Hosted by Pastor Mike & his wife Danielle
Dates: October 18, November 22 , January 31, February 28, April 18
Where: Fellowship Hall
When: After the 11am service, from 12:30pm-1:45pm
Childcare: Provided for ages 18 months - 12th grade
Register & cost: Free. With the option to purchase the Vertical Marriage couples workbook set for $20 (includes two workbooks for group discussions and home activities). Also, there is a companion book, titled "Vertical Marriage: The One Secret That Will Change Your Marriage" by Dave & Ann Wilson, available for $18 if you want to dive even deeper as a couple.
What: We are excited to offer a monthly gathering for married couples seeking to strengthen and enrich their relationship through meaningful discussion and practical tools. This gathering offers an interactive and insightful experience designed to help couples discover how a vibrant marriage starts with a strong vertical connection with God.
Each month, we’ll dive into a different aspect of marriage using the Vertical Marriage curriculum, with opportunities for:
Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, this monthly gathering provides a space to connect, learn, and grow together. Couples will leave each session feeling encouraged, equipped, and more deeply connected with each other. Don't miss this chance to invest in your marriage and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship. Bring your spouse, invite friends, and be part of a community that values building a lasting, Christ-centered marriage.
Where: Fellowship Hall
When: After the 11am service, from 12:30pm-1:45pm
Childcare: Provided for ages 18 months - 12th grade
Register & cost: Free. With the option to purchase the Vertical Marriage couples workbook set for $20 (includes two workbooks for group discussions and home activities). Also, there is a companion book, titled "Vertical Marriage: The One Secret That Will Change Your Marriage" by Dave & Ann Wilson, available for $18 if you want to dive even deeper as a couple.
What: We are excited to offer a monthly gathering for married couples seeking to strengthen and enrich their relationship through meaningful discussion and practical tools. This gathering offers an interactive and insightful experience designed to help couples discover how a vibrant marriage starts with a strong vertical connection with God.
Each month, we’ll dive into a different aspect of marriage using the Vertical Marriage curriculum, with opportunities for:
- Thought-provoking discussions
- Fun, interactive activities
- Support and connection with other couples
- Practical, biblical insights to apply at home
Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, this monthly gathering provides a space to connect, learn, and grow together. Couples will leave each session feeling encouraged, equipped, and more deeply connected with each other. Don't miss this chance to invest in your marriage and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship. Bring your spouse, invite friends, and be part of a community that values building a lasting, Christ-centered marriage.
Marriage Retreat
March 12-14, 2027
- When: March 12-14, 2027 Friday at 7:00 PM - Sunday at 12:30 PM
- Where is the conference: Skytop Lodge- 1 Skytop Lodge Road, Skytop, Pennsylvania, 18357, USA.
- Where is the hotel: The Skytop Lodge hotel needs to be booked separately from the conference. A discounted room rate at the Skytop Lodge in Skytop, Pennsylvania allows guests the opportunity to spend free time taking in the beautiful views or enjoy a coffee and pastry at the Corner Roast. After you register for the weekend, you will receive an email with a discount code for the Skytop Lodge hotel. Or you can book with a different hotel nearby and drive over to the Skytop Lodge. Reservations cancelled (1) week or less prior to check-in date will forfeit deposit.
- Parking: FREE
- Guaranteed room check-in: 4pm
- Check-In Tip for event: Check-in opens at 5:00 on Friday night. To increase the likelihood you will be in the ballroom at the start of the event, we would encourage you to arrive at check-in by 6:30.
- Saturday Date Night Dinner: Saturday sessions will end by 4:30 so you have the entire evening available to you. If you would like to make plans for a nice evening together, there are several restaurants at Skytop Lodge and a couple of places nearby.
- Here are the restaurants: https://www.skytop.com/dining/
- Here is the number to call to book the restaurant (855) 345-7759
- Transportation: Each couple will travel to and from the Skytop Lodge using there own vehicle.
- Babies and Pets: To keep your weekend free of distractions, and as a courtesy to other guests, we do not allow children (including nursing infants) or pets in our sessions.
- Schedule: Scroll down to see
- Guest speakers: TBA
- Weekend cost:
- $175 per couple (50% off sale happening now). Use group name: Livingfaith
- Plus hotel cost of $199/night thru February 28th
- What's my next step: Please complete all of the following steps in one sitting. This will ensure you’re fully registered with Living Faith, signed up for Weekend to Remember, and have your hotel booked.
Marriage retreat SCHEDULE
Friday, March 12
7:00 PM ET Session 1: Are You Living the Dream?
8:30 PM ET Session 2: Let's Talk
Saturday, March 13
9:00 AM ET Session 3: The Forgotten Dream
10:30 AM ET Session 4: How the Dream Comes Crashing Down
11:30 AM ET Session 5: God's Power for Oneness
12:30 PM ET Lunch on your own
2:00 PM ET Session 6: Let's Fight!
3:25 PM ET Session 7: Let's Talk About Sex
4:15 PM ET Date to Remember prep
Sunday, March 14
8:00 AM ET Blended Breakout
9:00 AM ET Session 8: Man to Man
10:10 AM ET Session 8: Woman to Woman
11:30 AM ET Session 9: Make the Dream a Reality
7:00 PM ET Session 1: Are You Living the Dream?
8:30 PM ET Session 2: Let's Talk
Saturday, March 13
9:00 AM ET Session 3: The Forgotten Dream
10:30 AM ET Session 4: How the Dream Comes Crashing Down
11:30 AM ET Session 5: God's Power for Oneness
12:30 PM ET Lunch on your own
2:00 PM ET Session 6: Let's Fight!
3:25 PM ET Session 7: Let's Talk About Sex
4:15 PM ET Date to Remember prep
Sunday, March 14
8:00 AM ET Blended Breakout
9:00 AM ET Session 8: Man to Man
10:10 AM ET Session 8: Woman to Woman
11:30 AM ET Session 9: Make the Dream a Reality
Guest Speakers
Dan & Julie Brenton
Dan and Julie served for 17 years with CRU working with college students before beginning their church ministry. They currently live in Grand Island, Nebraska, where Dan serves as the lead pastor at Grand Island Evangelical Free Church. Dan and Julie both graduated from the University of Kansas and Dan completed his master’s at Dallas Theological Seminary. Julie serves as the Teaching Director for the local Community Bible Study ministry and loves mentoring and helping women thrive in their marriages and family. They have three adult children and 5 grandchildren.
David & Sumer Norris
David & Sumer Norris have been married for sixteen years and have four children, Davin, Adrian, Zaden, and Kendallyn. Hanging out with family, watching movies, and playing sports are some of their hobbies. David is the senior pastor at City Church where they are honored to lead a church that brings together 40 nationalities, different ethnicities, and multiple church backgrounds.