A marriage preparation ministry is designed to prepare couples not just for the wedding, but for marriage itself. It is understood that many aspects of marriage cannot be understood by the couple until they enter into the actual marriage experience. We do believe, however, that a couple can be equipped with tools that will enable their marriage to grow and succeed. Therefore, we encourage every local church to:
• Make provision for their pastor to attend the district training event for premarital preparation.
• Create a church board policy that provides a
premarital program for couples intending to marry in the local church.
• Provide
education resources for couples seeking information on relationships, marriage, and parenting.
To request information on attending or hosting a training event contact the office of Family Life Ministries at
familymin@nazarene.org. (1-800-221-6317)