Distracted Marriage
March 3-4, 2012
The Cove of Lake Geneva
When did you first own a cell phone? When did you first get over a hundred channels on your TV? When did you stop handwriting letters? When did you first use Google? Not all that long ago, really.
Our brave new world is spectacular in many helpful ways but our crazy world has also made finding love and support more difficult than ever. Everyone is so preoccupied and busy; who can pay attention long enough to love?
Who can? Your Lord. He's over all. He's seen it all. Most of all, he can help you through it all. He wants to. He brought you to himself at the high price of his Son. He brought you to your spouse and dearly wants what's best for you both. Together.
But when we spend too much time not making time for each other we grow apart without even knowing it's happening. To love we have to slow down. Pause. Attend to the other. Fast love is about as satisfying as fast food.
This weekend is a start, not an answer. Learn, laugh, grow, love and slow down. Plan how you will give each other attention, time and empathy, how you will stay connected, how you will play.
Distracted marriage
Don't worry, you won't have to sit through a stuffy lecture. Pastor Hunter will set the stage by presenting a Biblical truth. Then you'll work with other couples to explore what it means. Finally, you'll turn to your spouse and the two of you will apply practical solutions to the distractions in your marriage. Learn from others, encourage others, teach others and most of all seek God's blessing on the most important relationship in your life: your friendship with your spouse.
The pace and the atmosphere are relaxed. We'll begin on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m., break in the mid-morning, break for lunch and conclude our Saturday work in the early afternoon. That leaves plenty of down-time to relax, enjoy the accommodations and get ready for your date night. We'll begin again on Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. and conclude by 11:00 a.m.
- See clearly God's joyful vision for your marriage and feel that every day you are moving closer to it.
”Test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Ro 12:2)
- Identify distractions to your shared vision for marriage.
“Whoever loves... lives in the light, and there is nothing in him to make him stumble.” (1 Jn 2:10)
- Be inspired daily by the Spirit to pursue your vision for your marriage.
“Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” (2 Timothy 2:22)
Lodging
Luxury suites at The Cove of Lake Geneva, a premier condominium resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. For an additional fee, start your get-away early and check into your room on Friday.
Meals
Saturday continental breakfast (8:00 a.m. through our morning break):
Chilled juices ~ Sliced fresh fruit and berries ~ Croissants ~ Muffins ~ Sweetbreads ~ Bagels with cream cheese ~ Jam ~ Marmalade ~ Coffee ~ Teas
Saturday noon deli buffet:
Potato salad ~ Coleslaw ~ Deli meats with assorted breads ~ Soup du Jour ~ Condiments ~ Sliced fresh fruit and berries ~ Cookies ~ Coffee ~ Iced tea
Saturday date night:
On your own. Lake Geneva offers great restaurant choices from frugal to fancy.
Sunday breakfast buffet (8:00-9:00 a.m.):
Chilled juices ~ Scrambled eggs with minced parsley ~ Diced tomato ~ Shredded cheese ~ Bell peppers ~ Crisp bacon ~ Country sausage links ~ Sautéed potatoes ~ Pastries ~ Bran muffins ~ Jam ~ Preserves ~ Marmalade ~ Coffee ~ Tea
How do we register?
To register and make payment, use the 'Pay Now' button at the bottom of the screen. It's quick, easy and secure. Thanks to a special financial gift, the first 20 couples to register receive a $50 discount. (Prices below reflect this discount.) Hurry, this special offer will go fast!
Note: If this is being purchased as a gift, please provide the couple's names, address, phone and e-mail in the special instructions box when checking out.