Who do I talk to about . . . marriage and divorce?

Anyone who’s ever struggled with the—shall we say—“nuances” of marriage has wondered where to go for help when it’s needed. Likewise, anyone who has endured the hardship of a divorce or even the no-man’s land of separation has asked the same question:

“Who do I talk to at Buckhead Church about marriage and divorce?”

The good news is . . . we have great answers. The Care Network at Buckhead Church has been offering Intimate Encounters marriage enrichment groups and Oasis divorce recovery groups for several years with terrific results. Registration is now open for our January groups.

Intimate Encounters groups are led by highly trained facilitators and last for about 12 weeks. These facilitators have encountered many of the struggles you have. The material we use highlights what the Bible says about marriage and helps you apply it in a personal way. Some of the key topics discussed are: emotional capacity, dealing with the damage that’s already done, family of origin and its effect on your relationship, how to trust God to meet your needs, communication, and establishing healthy habits. You can register for Intimate Encounters online at http://marriedlifeonline.org/ie.

Oasis groups are also led by highly trained facilitators that have been through separation and divorce and have come out on the other side. They will be able to help you see the hope that lies ahead. Topics discussed in Oasis are: facing your anger, your loneliness, and your fear; how to help your kids; how to forgive; how to/whether or not you should consider reconciliation; and how to move on. You can register for Oasis online at http://buckheadchurch.org/oasis.

If you have a passion for working with married couples or if you are divorced and feel you have a lot to offer others going through the healing process, please contact the Care Network to discuss leadership opportunities within these ministries. Please contact us at ie@buckheadchurch.org or oasis@buckheadchurch.org.