Fallbrook Marriage Ministry

It’s time to get away… together.

The Love Never Fails Marriage Getaway Retreat 2026 is officially open for registration. This is your opportunity to step away from the routine and intentionally invest in your relationship.

📍 South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
📅 September 18–19

Early Bird Registration is now live. Secure your spot and experience a weekend designed to help you reconnect, refresh, and grow stronger—together.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-never-fails-marriage-getaway-retreat-tickets-1987778090779?aff=oddtdtcreator

Drop These Habits to Truly Understand Each Other

🗣️ Communication can either build connection… or break it.

Sometimes we’re not really listening—we’re just preparing to respond.
But real understanding requires slowing down, giving space, and choosing grace.

💡 Drop these habits:
• Crafting your response instead of listening
• Assuming you already know their point
• Taking things personally
• Expecting mind-reading

✨ Healthy communication = stronger connection

Misunderstandings happen—but how we respond makes all the difference.

Love was celebrated beautifully at our Marriage Blessing Reception 🤍
So grateful for the team members and volunteers who showed up, served with excellence, and helped make the day special. It truly takes a village. 💐✨

🚨 Real Talk for Married Folks 🚨
Anger isn’t the enemy, unresolved anger is. The devil doesn’t need a door, just a crack.

🛑 Stop letting the sun go down on your frustration.
💬 Ask yourself: What’s stopping me from forgiving?
🙌🙌🏾Let God heal what pride keeps hidden.

👇 Drop a 💛 if you’re choosing peace in your marriage today.

The Marriage Blessing Ministry hosts Marriage Blessing Ceremonies once every quarter during the 11:00am worship service. The ceremonies are for married couples to rededicate their marriage to God in the presence of the congregation and for dedicated couples to dedicate their marriage to God for the very first time. If you and your spouse would like to participate in an upcoming Marriage Blessing Ceremony, please visit here for more information and complete your registration form.

For More Information | contact
[email protected] or visit https://subspla.sh/4xds7dm
with any questions.

How much time should you spend together versus apart? There’s no formula. Every couple is different, and balance shifts with each season. What matters is noticing when things feel off and making small, doable adjustments. Balance doesn’t require a schedule overhaul. A few mindful shifts can make a real difference.

LOVE REKINDLED 💞
Married couples, this one’s for YOU! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of connection, romance, and celebration at the Sweetheart Brunch 2026 💍✨
Saturday, February 7 | 12PM–3PM
📍 Northgate Country Club

Enjoy a romantic setting, candle-making, live music, laughter, and moments that will rekindle the fire in your marriage. ❤️
- Tickets are available now — register now! https://subspla.sh/zns3hjt
- Childcare provided at Fallbrook North Campus
📧 Questions? [email protected]

January doesn’t need a full overhaul. It needs a foundation. This 31-day Marriage Challenge is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and realign before the year gets loud.

A few minutes a day. A shared direction for the year ahead. A marriage that feels more steady than reactive.

💍 Marriage is worth fighting for.
Strong marriages don’t happen by accident—they’re built with intention, faith, and community. Join us for classes that are meant for more…

Meet the Hogans
Our monthly couple spotlight features Jacques and Cheresa Hogan.

Marriage Built on Covenant and Community
When Jacques and Cheresa Hogan joined Fallbrook Church fifteen years ago, they were newlyweds beginning a lifelong journey together. Today, they continue that journey not only as husband and wife, but as passionate advocates for strengthening marriages throughout the Fallbrook community. Their enduring covenant serves as a robust foundation for their leadership within the Fallbrook Marriage Ministry.

The Hogans’ decision to serve in the Marriage Ministry was rooted in a deep conviction: a godly marriage is a living testimony of Christ’s love for His church. Recognizing God’s favor and faithfulness in their own relationship, Jacques and Cheresa felt called to pour that blessing into others—using their gifts, experiences, and testimony to encourage couples at every stage of marriage.

What are your New Year Goals?

Dec 7 | ✨ Second Sunday of Advent ✨

Today, we light the second candle of Advent — the Candle of Peace.
For marriages, peace may look like quiet strength in the middle of chaos, grace-filled conversations after long days, and the comfort of knowing you’re not walking this journey alone.

To every couple, newlywed, engaged, or seasoned—
Your commitment inspires us.
May this second week of Advent bring gentle peace to your home, your hearts, and your covenant.

💙 With love
Marriage Ministry