Dallas (Frisco) Weekend to Remember May 2015

Dallas (Frisco) Top Ten Comments

Attendance: 644

Salvations: 4

Re-commitments: 114

Holy Spirit: 97

I feel like this has breathed life into my marriage and given my wife and I a new beginning in our relationship.  Husband.  It renewed my hope for my marriage.  I confessed to my husband that I had physical evidence I’d held onto for 19 years, preparing for my divorce.  When I get home, it’s gone.  I’m destroying it.  Wife.  Couple, married 30 years

As a church pastor, I approached this weekend with the attitude of an observer.  I thought I would evaluate FamilyLife to see if it would be good for others I know.  However, through the weekend I was the one whom God evaluated through the sessions and projects.  I was weighed and found lacking in some key areas.  Thank you for the healthy “heads up”.  I will use what I learned to improve my marriage.  Husband, Married ? years

Provided us one-on-one time to talk through tough topics that were hurtful in the past.  My husband after a long time has told me how much he appreciates me and all I do for us as a family.   It has been a blessing to hear that he sees all I do.  Wife, Married 10 years

Major effect.  Several weeks ago we were talking about divorce.  Now we are completely committed to growing together in oneness.  J Wife, Married 6 years

We were the couple with divorce papers in the car.  We realized this weekend that our marriage is worth fighting for.  We redirected ourselves to Christ, each other, and our family.  We have a blueprint and tips to help us navigate through life together.   Husband, married 19 years

The sharing after Project 3 and into date night was a good time to hear from each other things we hadn’t known for 33 years of marriage.  Wife, married 33 years

Our marriage was on the brink of failure.  After attending, we realize the impact our commitment really has and the importance of achieving oneness together.  This weekend has given us practical and encouraging ways to get back on track.  We are excited to see what our marriage now has in store.  Wife, married 6 years

My wife was ready to leave.  She found an apartment, signed a lease, and was excited about “getting her life back.”  I was lost with no purpose.   Now she has decided to cancel the lease and give us a chance.  I have found a new purpose and focus I need to have on my wife, myself, and my children.  Thank you!!  Husband, Married 9 years

This getaway helped us be able to put words to frustrations, hurts, and thoughts in a positive and healthy loving way.  It was great going home and sharing with our parents and grandparents what we’d learned!  They were very receptive!  I can’t wait to actively love, serve, and pour into my marriage again!  J  Wife, Married 3 years

Gave some foundation for possibly rebuilding our marriage.  We are currently living apart.  Husband, Married 20 years

We have a better understanding of a spiritual marriage, husband and wife roles, and parenting.  The getaway has given us insight and inspiration on making it work.  We were filing for divorce in April 2015. Wife, Married 3 years

May 2015 Prayer Letter

Have You Ever Thought About a Cruise?

Come and Join Us!

Feb. 15– 20, 2016

Miami Fl, Grand Cayman Island, Jamaica

What is the Love Like You Mean It Cruise?

             The FamilyLife® Love Like You Mean It® Marriage Cruise is a getaway for married couples looking for relaxation, renewal, romance and life-long memories.  It is now SIX romantic days for 2016!!  The six-day (five nights), fully-chartered cruise sails from Miami, Florida to Grand Cayman, and Ocho Rios Jamaica.  Hosted by FamilyLife, the cruise features Dennis and Barbara Rainey along with fantastic speakers and Christian artists.  Guests can look forward to biblical teaching and refreshing words on marriage, great concerts and entertainment, fun with like-minded couples, and quality time with their spouses while sailing on the gorgeous Caribbean Sea.  Nothing is mandatory, and if you need to just get away and enjoy some time together for the week, you can do that too.  Take a dip in the pool, relax with a couples' massage in the Spa, hit the gym, grab some soft serve ice cream (open 24 hours), or order room service and get intimate in your stateroom.  Whatever you’d like to do as a couple, there is a good chance you’ll be able to do it.  Join us for an unforgettable week on the high seas as you relax, renew, romance, and remember.

April 2015 Prayer Letter

Recap from Rockwall

             

 Rockwall is a suburb of Dallas. We had a great event with  620 people in attendance. Once again there were marriages and legacies changed forever! We can’t resist including a few comments:

· Came here on the brink of divorce, completely lost as a couple after 7 years of marriage.  God Almighty broke us down Saturday night, It hurt but it was amazing!  Finally, Hope in our marriage!  God’s mercy is awesome!!! Husband married 7 years

· God has used this ministry to soften my heart.  I’ve recommitted my life with God and I’m open to understanding my husband and loving him unconditionally.  Wife Married 10 yrs

· Words cannot describe.  I truly feel it has saved our marriage.  We have learned to embrace our weaknesses, differences and work towards “oneness” with each other and God.  Thank you!!  Husband  Married 11 yrs

     Our youngest son, Erik and his wife Amy are the proud parents of this little girl. Rory Mae Stokes was born on  March 5 (her daddy’s birthday). She was 7lbs and 12ozs and 20.25” long. Mom, Dad, and Rory are all doing super well. Thanks for your prayers! We are so grateful the Lord has allowed us the opportunity to move closer to our sons and their families!

You are such a blessing to us. Thank you for your faithful support and prayers! We hope you feel a part of God’s work changing lives and restoring marriages. John could not be planning the events and I could not be working the resource center at the events without you! We are so very grateful to have you on our team. We continue to thank God for you and ask the Lord to bless you as you seek His will for your lives.