Day 1 (Arrival & Connection)
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Arrival & Registration
Welcome refreshments, check-in, retreat materials.
- 11:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Opening Session & Icebreaker
Introduction, prayer/meditation, and a lighthearted activity to set the tone.
THE ABIDING TRIO
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch
- 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Session 1: Building Strong Foundations
Discussion on trust, communication, and expectations.
Rules of Engagement, Love & Intimacy
- 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM | Short Break
- 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM | Session 2
Interactive exercises (e.g., “Love Maps,” appreciation exchange).
Trading Weaknesses
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Dinner
- 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM | Session 3: Conflict & Connection
Tools for resolving disagreements with love.
Conflict Resolution & Forgiveness!
- 8:15 PM – 9:30 PM | Couples Activity / Fun Night
Games, music, lighthearted contests, or storytelling.
The Epistle Of ‘Romance’
- Q & A
Day 2 (Deepening Bonds & Sending Forth)
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Breakfast
- 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |Session 5: Morning Devotional
Gentle start with prayer, reflection…
The Marriage Covenant, Vision & Covenant Renewal - 10:30 AM – 12:00 AM | Session 6: Intimacy & Partnership
Exploring emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy.
Financial Unity In Marriage, Parenting - Q & A
- 12:00 PM – 12:15 AM | Short Break
- 12:15 AM – 1:30 PM | Session 7
Guided conversation exercises, goal-setting for the relationship.
A Lifetime Of Honeymoon - 1:30 PM – 2.00 PM | Lunch
- 2:00 PM – 2.:45 PM | Closing Session: Vision for Our Future
Couples write and share “relationship mission statements.” - 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM | Farewell & Blessing
Closing remarks, couple’s prayer/affirmation, and send-off.