Diocese of Brooklyn

The Marriage Course

BUILD A STRONGER MARRIAGE IN A FUN AND UNIQUE WAY

What is the Marriage Course?

Embark on a journey to strengthen the foundation of your relationship and cultivate a deeper connection with The Marriage Course. Created to equip couples with practical tools and insights, this course offers a transformative experience designed to enrich marriages and foster lasting bonds. Through a series of engaging sessions, intimate conversations, and expert guidance, couples can explore key aspects of their relationship and discover new ways to nurture their love and understanding.

Who is it for?

The Marriage Course is tailored for couples at every stage of their relationship journey. Whether you’re newlyweds seeking to lay a strong foundation, partners navigating challenges, or couples looking to reignite the spark in their marriage, this course is for you. Embracing diversity and inclusivity, The Marriage Course welcomes couples from all backgrounds and faiths, offering invaluable resources to enhance marital bliss and resilience through Christian principles.

Sessions

Over seven enriching sessions, participants delve into various facets of marriage, guided by expert insights and practical wisdom. From enhancing communication skills and navigating conflicts to fostering forgiveness and exploring intimacy, each session is thoughtfully curated to address the multifaceted dynamics of modern relationships. With topics ranging from Strengthening Connection to Love in Action, couples embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, strengthening the bonds that unite them.

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Psychologist, Author and Lecturer

Dr. Roger Bretherton

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Clinical Psychologist and Author

Dr. Sue Johnson

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Founder of Care for the Family

Rob Parsons

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Consultant Psychiatrist

Dr. Mosun Dorgu

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Founder of Christians Against Poverty

Dr. John Kirkby CBE

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Psychosexual Specialist and Author

Emma Waring

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Psychologist and Author

Dr. Henry Cloud

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Founder of The Marriage Course

Nicky Lee

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Founder of The Marriage Course

Sila Lee

Session One

Strengthening Connection

Session Two

The Art of Communication

Session Three

Resolving Conflict

Session Four

The Power of Forgiveness

Session Five

The Impact of Family

Session Six

Good Sex

Session Seven

Love in Action

What to expect?

Here’s what you can look forward to from each session of The Marriage Course:

  1. Eat together – At the start of each session, you will share a special meal together. This is an opportunity to unwind and connect, helping to create the romance and enjoyment of a date. 

  2. Watch an episode – Each engaging and enriching episode explores a different topic through real experiences, expert insights and relevant teaching, with breaks for conversations.  

  3. Discuss privately – Through workbook prompts and questions, you will be invited to enjoy private, intimate conversations that help you to engage with honesty and openness throughout the session.

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