Alpha Marriage Registration

Registration for Alpha Marriage is open!

Click HERE or under "Registrations" at the right sidebar.

Alpha Marriage is a weekly gathering of married couples looking to enrich their marriage while enjoying fellowship with other couples in a relaxing atmosphere.
Childcare is provided!

Where: World Gospel Mission Student Center
When: Thursday nights, 6:30 - 9:00pm.  September 22 - Dec. 1 this fall.
Cost: One-time fee of $25 per couple, due Sept. 22nd.

Space is limited...register by September 18th!

Contact: Elizabeth Pomeroy
elizabeth.pomeroy@asburyseminary.edu

Alpha Marriage Small Group This Fall!

Consider this for your marriage:

Commitment to a tightly knit small group for couples who want to strengthen their marriage.  Each week the group meets over deliciously decadent desserts and goes through a series of 10 topics including communication, in-laws, sex, forgiveness, resolving conflict, and preparing for the ministry.  Learn new things about your spouse and yourself as you talk through issues that may have been pushed aside, about how each of you feel loved, and how to mutually heal the hurt caused by one another.  From group fellowship to personal conversations just between you and your spouse, this is an opportunity to join with the Holy Spirit and participate in the work God is doing in you to build up a healthy marriage.

When

Thursday nights starting September 30^th from 7:00-9:00 pm

10 sessions

Cost

$25 a couple includes all materials and childcare

Need more info?

Contact Jonathan Stokes: jonathan.stokes@asburyseminary.edu or Nathan Hollister: nathan.hollister@asburyseminary.edu or 260-242-1582.

Want to Register?

The link below will sign you up! Space is limited.

https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGFaX3ZidjJINmdHeF8zcE1UeER6WVE6MA

Alpha Marriage!

Pour into your marriage now
and get ready to give the 'ole bedsprings a workout


Alpha Marriage has 10 date nights planned so that you & your spouse can share some quality time together, pouring into your marriage. This tight-knit small group will journey together through challenging, relevant topics that give you the opportunity to develop truth and skills no matter what stage of marriage you are in.

Here's some things that we're all about at Alpha Marriage
(now in our 7th season!):

Enjoy romantic desserts

listen and discover your spouse again

build deep support networks with other couples

get professional pictures taken

learn how to fight fair

balance your budget

forgive one another

send your kids to childcare

share your marriage story

build memories together

make food to share

honor the family tree

pray intimately together

We'll be meeting at WGM (World Gospel Mission) located across the street from Asbury College & the Luce Center ( College St.) from 6:30-9:00pm on Thursday nights. Would love for you to join us!

The Schedule! (Commitment is 10 weeks)
February 25 - Strong Foundations
Mar. 4 - Communication
March 11 - Resolving Conflict
March 18 - Forgiveness
March 25 - Finances
April 8 - Intimacy
April 15 - In-laws
April 22 - Parenting
April 29 - Building a Home
May 6 - Marriage & Ministry

Cost: $25 per couple (due 1st night) - includes ALL materials, resources, childcare, and take-homes. (checks made out to Asbury Seminary)
Childcare: 6:15-9:15 pm in the Student Center Deep End (free but you must register kids)

Register! Sign up HERE or at the left column under "Registrations." ENDS FEBRUARY 19th!

Email me at kelly.grace@asburyseminary.edu OR spouse@asburyseminary.edu if you have further questions.

Alpha Marriage - Fall 09

Alpha Marriage is back this fall for yet another season of cultivating love, growth & worship in the relationships of seminary families.

We have 10 date nights planned so that you & your spouse can share some quality time together, pouring into your marriage. This tight-knit small group will journey together through challenging, relevant topics that give you the opportunity to develop truth and skills no matter what stage of marriage you are in.

We'll be meeting at WGM (World Gospel Mission) located across the street from Asbury College & the Luce Center ( College St.) from 6:30-9:00pm on Thursday nights. Would love for you to join us!

The Schedule! (Commitment is 10 weeks)
Sept. 17 - Strong Foundations
Sept. 24 - Communication
Oct. 1 - Resolving Conflict
Oct. 8 - Forgiveness
Oct. 15 - Finances
Oct. 22 - In-laws
Oct. 29 - Intimacy *speakers Marilyn & Steve Elliott
Nov. 5 - Parenting
Nov. 12 - Building a Home
Nov. 19 - Marriage & Ministry

Cost: $25 per couple (due 1st night) - includes ALL materials, food, resources, childcare, and goodies. (checks made out to Asbury Seminary)
Childcare: 6:15-9:15 pm in the Student Center Deep End (free)

Register! Sign up HERE or at the left column under "Registrations."

Email me at kelly.grace@asburyseminary.edu OR spouse@asburyseminary.edu if you have further questions.

Registration is Open!

Register now for Financial Peace University! You may also register to the left under "Community Links." Spots do fill quickly. For details look below.

Alpha Marriage is currently full for the spring semester. Check back for future seasons.

Alpha Marriage!

Alpha Marriage is coming this spring!! Come back to the blog starting Feb. 9th to register. We'll have a link to register online. Spots fill quick!

Here's the Details for the Spring Semester Group:
Alpha Marriage will be held Thursday nights from 6:30-9pm at World Gospel Mission (across from Asbury College). It will consist of a series of 10 dates with delicious desserts and relevant topics. You'll have time to meet other couples but really focus on time just with your spouse. The program fee is $25 and that covers all materials, food, and surprise goodies! (Childcare will also be provided at the seminary, free of charge from 6:15-9:15pm.)

The Schedule! (Committment is 10 weeks)
Feb. 19 - Strong Foundations
Feb. 26 - Communication
Mar. 5 - Resolving Conflict
Mar. 12 - Forgiveness
Mar. 19 - Finances
Mar. 26 - Intimacy *speakers Marilyn & Steve Elliott
Apr. 16 - Building a Home
Apr. 23 - In-laws
Apr.l 30 - Parenting *speakers JD & Tiffani Walt
May 7 - Marriage & Ministry

Don't forget - Registration starts on the blog Feb. 9th!

New Alpha Marriage Group - now forming

The Thursday Alpha Marriage Group has filled up! We'll be offering a Tuesday night group now too.

Starting Sept. 16th, we're running the date nights for 10 straight weeks. Check out the details in previous posts about alpha marriage for topics & the typical night.

Spots are limited and fill up fast - sign up at Couple's Connect this Monday night or send an email to: spouse@asburyseminary.edu

A Typical Date at Alpha Marriage...

Well it's anything but typical! Each small group has been unique and created an atmosphere that fit them. There are a few things you can expect at almost every Alpha night though.
Here's how things unfold:

* Before you even get to alpha marriage, let the kiddies play at childcare. For this program, it is provided for free in the Deep-end at the Seminary, located in the student center. Games, puzzles, books, kid-friendly videos and great carpeting are perfect for kids while a separate area for babies houses a crib, changing table and rocker. All childcare workers are trained, have experience, and have had background checks performed.

* Arrive at Alpha Marriage & the night starts off with desserts. Sometimes you share cheesecake with your spouse or dip for yourself in the fondue fountain. Whatever it is that night, it will be in spectacular fashion.

* After announcements and introductions, a different couple will share each night the story of their marriage from when they first met to starting Alpha - the brief version! This has been the highlight for many. And don't worry, we get you ready to do this.

* We then get started with the topic for the evening. Many times we listen to Nicki & Silla, a British couple, who have developed the DVD curriculum we watch. They get us started and lead us into exercises with our spouse.

* Each night you'll have time just together with your spouse for dialogue on the topic. The workbook you receive can help guide you. Sometimes talking with your spouse is more important than rejoining the group immediately and that's ok. Feel the freedom to do what is best for your relationship.

* Many topics lead into a discussion with other couples too. This is especially important during our marriage & ministry night. Participation in this group allows you to develop a support network for your marriage and receive other couples into your lives.

* Each night you'll also receive resources to bring home based on that topic. They are a surprise though so you'll have to wait and see what kind of goodies you get!

* Take the lesson with you by doing the optional homework, getting together with another couple, or continuing the conversation with your spouse. Additional resources are always available upon request. This could include books, hand-outs, and counseling referrals/appointments.

We hope you and your spouse can join us at Alpha Marriage!
Registration starts Aug. 28 and ends Sept. 8th at Couples Connect. Register by sending an email to: spouse@asburyseminary.edu and let us know if you need childcare!

Alpha Marriage This Fall

Looking for some quality time with your spouse? Come join us at Alpha Marriage. This fall we're starting another group where couples get to have 10 dates together as they strengthen their relationship. Each Thursday from 6:30 - 9:00pm the group of 8-10 couples will meet over delicious, decadent desserts while going through a series of topics including communication, in-laws, intimacy, and marriage in ministry. Get to know other couples you can do life with while also taking the time to just focus on conversation between you and your spouse.

$25 includes everything you'll need. (It is over a $200 value!) Check out the schedule below and contact us if you need more details or have questions at spouse@asburyseminary.edu.

Dates will take place at World Gospel Mission (WGM) Student Center - 2 minutes from campus: Take Lexington Ave. north (towards Lexington) and take a Left at the light by the gas station onto College Ave. WGM is the last building on the right before the stop sign.

Registration starts Aug. 28 - spots are limited so don't wait too long! Register by sending an email to the account above. Childcare is free, just let us know if you need it.

Alpha Marriage Fall 08 Schedule

September 11: Strong Foundations, 18: Communication, 25: Finances

* First night (11th) come at 5:00 for a Potluck & Meet/Greet (kids too)

October 2: Resolving Conflict, 9: Forgiveness, 16: Intimacy, 23: In-laws, 30: Building a Home

* An additional social activity will be planned - decided by the group

November 6: Parenting, 13: Marriage & Ministry
* 20th: Celebration Feast @ The Potter's Inn 6-7:30, children invited