Fourth Presbyterian Church takes the complexity of marriage seriously, and we are committed to supporting couples as they work to create a fulfilling, lifelong bond together.

On various Saturdays during the year we present the Premarital Seminar, in which couples learn and practice some of the most important skills necessary to building a healthy marital relationship that will endure and grow.

The purpose of the seminar is to determine where you are in your development as a couple, build on your skills in various areas, and give you an opportunity to discuss your own results with each other in preparation for meeting with your pastor. The important areas that will be highlighted include

Marriage Expectations
Personality Issues
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Financial Management
Family and Friends
Sexual Relationship
Leisure Activities
Role Responsibility
Spiritual Beliefs
Children
Parenting

Scheduling Arrangements

The seminar is built around thirty years of data provided by the Prepare/Enrich Inventory developed by Life Innovations and Dr. David Olson. In order to have your “Couples Report” and “Building a Strong Marriage Workbook” available on the day of the seminar, the inventory must be filled out at least two months prior to the seminar you are scheduled to attend.

For dates and times, click here.

Space in these seminars is limited, so sign up early. Reservations and arrangements to fill out the “Prepare Inventory” may be made by calling 312.787.8425.

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The divorce rate in the United States is high, but current research indicates that couples who receive premarital education are more successful in long-term marriages.

The poet Rainer Maria Rilke wrote, “For one human being to love another is perhaps the most difficult task of all.”

We can make that task easier. The Premarital Saturday Seminar team looks forward to meeting you and being part of your journey as you prepare for your forthcoming marriage.

For more information, call the Replogle Center for Counseling and Well-Being at 312.787.8425.