Questions & Answers
M.E.N.D – Marriage Enrichment for Nurturing Development
Q1: What is the purpose of the M.E.N.D workshop?
A1: The purpose of the M.E.N.D workshop is to strengthen and enrich marriages through biblical teaching, practical advice, and activities designed to nurture healthy, God-centered relationships.
Q2: Who should attend M.E.N.D workshops?
A2: M.E.N.D is for married couples, couples preparing for marriage, and those seeking to improve or enrich their relationship by building it on biblical principles. It is also valuable for those who want to support other couples as mentors.
Q3: What kinds of topics are covered in M.E.N.D?
A3: Topics include communication and conflict resolution in marriage, building emotional and spiritual intimacy, maintaining a Christ-centered home, and navigating challenges like financial stress or parenting.
Q4: What are the recurring date nights about?
A4: The recurring date nights are designed to give couples dedicated time to connect and build their relationship in a fun, guided way. These evenings include activities focused on strengthening communication, fostering intimacy, and deepening love, all within a biblical framework.
Q5: How are CIPs incorporated into the M.E.N.D workshop?
A5: CIPs in M.E.N.D might involve participants organizing or volunteering at marriage seminars or counseling sessions for other couples in the church or community. This encourages participants to support and uplift other marriages.
Q6: How will this workshop impact my marriage?
A6: By focusing on both spiritual and practical aspects of marriage, M.E.N.D can help transform your relationship into one that reflects God’s design, promoting a stronger, more loving partnership that can withstand life’s challenges.
Components
M.E.N.D: Marriage Enrichment for Nurturing Development – Marriage Health & Support
Purpose: Strengthen marriages through biblical principles, counseling techniques, and practical tools for emotional, spiritual, and relational growth.
Key Topics:
Communication and conflict resolution
Biblical foundations for a healthy marriage
Emotional and spiritual intimacy
Workshop Format: Couples' interactive sessions, guest speakers (marriage counselors), group discussions, and real-life case studies.IPC Workshop Series: A Transformational Journey for Faith, Leadership, and Community Engagement
Overview
The IPC Workshop Series equips church members with essential spiritual, relational, and leadership tools, engaging participants in active community service through CIPs (Community Involvement
Projects). The series offers a rotating focus on four core themes, with a weekly format that blends biblical instruction with practical applications. Each workshop fosters personal growth, strengthens marriages, and builds leadership in service to the community.
Structure
Workshop Structure: Four Core Themes
S.O.U.L.S: Seeking Out Unreached Lives for Salvation
M.E.N.D: Marriage Enrichment for Nurturing Development – Marriage Health & Support
H.I.M: Healthy Innovative Ministries
P.L.A.C.E: Partnership Leadership Ascend Collaboration Engagement – Partnerships & iAM Memberships
Weekly Workshop Rotation
Week 1: S.O.U.L.S – Evangelism Training and Outreach (with CIP opportunities)
Week 2: M.E.N.D – Marriage Enrichment & Relationship Building (with CIP opportunities and recurring date nights)
Week 3: H.I.M – Healthy Innovative Ministries | Ministry Innovation and Leadership (with CIP opportunities)
Week 4: P.L.A.C.E – Partnerships & iAM Member Engagement (with CIP opportunities)
Week 5: Off Week – Time for Reflection, Rest, and Fellowship (when applicable)
Detailed Weekly Breakdown
Week 2: M.E.N.D – Marriage Enrichment & Relationship Building
Focus: Strengthen and nurture marriages through biblical teaching and practical relationship-building activities.
Session Topics:
Conflict resolution and communication.
Biblical foundations for marriage.
Recurring Date Nights: Each month, couples will participate in a guided "date night" designed to foster intimacy, communication, and fun. These date nights will feature relationship-building activities and discussions grounded in scripture, encouraging couples to invest in quality time together.
CIP Opportunity: Organize and host community marriage seminars or offer mentorship to younger couples. This may also involve volunteering for marriage counseling programs.
Key Scripture: Ephesians 5:25 – "Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church..."