{"id":2114,"date":"2026-03-13T18:23:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T17:23:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.icf.church\/berlin\/communities\/couples\/"},"modified":"2026-03-29T16:03:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T14:03:11","slug":"couples","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icf.church\/berlin\/en\/communities\/couples\/","title":{"rendered":"Couples"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n
\n \"Two <\/div>\n
<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n

\n Couples<\/h1> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n Embracing Love<\/h2>

\n A strong, loving marriage that lasts a lifetime doesn\u2019t just happen by chance.
Perhaps you\u2019re planning to get married, or you\u2019ve been married for a few years and are wondering how you can grow in your relationship. We offer a variety of resources to help you enter marriage well-prepared or to start a conversation about your relationship.<\/p>

\n
\n
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

Preparing for Marriage<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n\n\n

\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

Strengthen marriage<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n Stay up to date<\/h2>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n \n Couples Telegram Channel<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n

\n <\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n
\n \"A <\/div>\n
<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n

\n Preparing for Marriage<\/h1> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n Marriage is a lifelong adventure that you can\u2014and should\u2014prepare for.
To that end, we offer marriage preparation courses, as well as mentoring and coaching.<\/p>

\n
\n
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

Ready for Marriage<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n\n\n

\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

From couple to couple<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n \n
\n

\n Ready for Marriage <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n \n
<\/hgroup>\n<\/article>\n<\/body><\/html> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n \n\n
\n \"\"<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n
\n \n\n

\n <\/h2>\n\n\n

\n Love is neither a matter of chance nor fate, but an investment in a relationship with someone to whom you wish to remain faithfully committed for a lifetime.
In a trusting small-group atmosphere, we\u2019ll meet over five evenings to learn, deepen our understanding, and engage in conversation together.
During the course, you\u2019ll hear inspiring teachings on topics such as communication, conflict resolution, sex, the vision of marriage and the marriage covenant, and your personality.
In groups and in pairs, you\u2019ll have time to explore topics in greater depth and discuss what you\u2019ve learned.

COST<\/strong>:
\u20ac20 per couple, including a workbook

DATES<\/strong>:
Starting September 17 for 5 weeks
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION<\/strong>:
To ensure the best possible support, participation is limited to 5 couples. So don\u2019t wait too long\u2014your marriage is precious.
Refreshments will be provided.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:<\/strong>
August 27<\/p>\n\n\n

\n \n apply now<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n \n
\n

\n From couple to couple <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n \n
<\/hgroup>\n<\/article>\n<\/body><\/html> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n \n\n
\n \"A<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n
\n \n\n

\n <\/h2>\n\n\n

\n The period leading up to the wedding is exciting and thrilling, as it\u2019s filled with many new discoveries that prepare you for a life together and allow you to dream about your future.
Still, a healthy relationship and a strong marriage don\u2019t just happen on their own.

It\u2019s a good idea to discuss important issues together before the wedding and lay a solid foundation for your marriage.

To provide you with the best possible support, we offer two options for one-on-one sessions where you can gain a deeper understanding of your relationship, discuss your questions and concerns individually, and work together to identify your strengths and areas for growth.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n <\/p>

\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n
\n

Pre-marital Mentoring (based on FamilyLife)<\/h3>\n

Mentoring means learning from experienced individuals and engaging in direct dialogue with them. Over the course of about five sessions, an experienced couple will guide you through the following topics:
Communication, accountability, conflict resolution, growth, shared goals and values.

During the group discussion, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to ask your mentors questions, and afterward, as a pair, you\u2019ll use a workbook to explore the topics discussed in greater depth.

Cost:
\u20ac30, including workbook

Registration:
Our capacity is limited. There may be a waitlist. Please introduce yourselves as a couple with a few brief words and let us know how you heard about our program.<\/p>\n

\n \n\n
\n \n Register now<\/span>\n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n\n\n
\n
\n
\n

Pre-marital Coaching (Prepare)
(Prepare-Enrich Assessment)<\/h3>\n

In our pre-marital coaching program, you will explore various aspects of your relationship and personalities based on a scientifically validated analysis of a questionnaire you completed online beforehand. Through discussions and accompanying exercises, you will develop your own strategies for resolving issues in your relationship. You will be guided and supported throughout this process by licensed coaches.

During the three sessions, you\u2019ll examine your personality profiles, relationship dynamics, and couple dynamics in terms of your strengths and areas for growth, thereby gaining valuable insight into yourselves, your backgrounds, and your relationship.

Cost:
\u20ac30 per pair, including online test and evaluation

Registration:
Our capacity is limited. There may be a waitlist. Please introduce yourselves as a couple with a few brief words and let us know how you heard about our program.<\/p>\n

\n \n\n
\n \n Register now<\/span>\n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n
\n \"micah <\/div>\n
<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n

\n Ehe st\u00e4rken<\/h1> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

Date Night<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n\n\n

\n
\n <\/a>\n \"\"
\n
\n

Coaching<\/h2>\n
\n

<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n \n
\n

\n Date Night <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n \n
<\/hgroup>\n<\/article>\n<\/body><\/html> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n \n\n
\n \"\"<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n
\n \n\n

\n <\/h2>\n\n\n

\n #DATENIGHT<\/strong>: Time for you as a couple

Twice a year, we want to give you as a couple a special experience!
Data Night is different every time. It features a mix of athletic, creative, relaxing, and cultural highlights. Each time, you\u2019ll receive thought-provoking spiritual insights on a relationship-related topic that you can discuss privately. This is how you keep your love fresh!

The program is based on Christian principles, but does not require guests to have a Christian background. We round out your date with culinary delights.

COSTS<\/strong>:
Varies depending on the activities: Costs will be communicated in advance

REGISTRATION<\/strong>:
Announcements about upcoming Date Nights will be posted on the ICF Couples Telegram channel and here on the website.
The registration deadline is no later than 3 weeks before the start of the next event.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n \n
\n

\n Marriage Coaching <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
\n
\n \n
<\/hgroup>\n<\/article>\n<\/body><\/html> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/div>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n \n\n
\n \"\"<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\n
\n \n\n

\n <\/h2>\n\n\n

\n Making Marriages Crisis-Resilient (Based on the Prepare-Enrich Analysis<\/a>)

Your marriage doesn\u2019t have to be in trouble before coaching becomes necessary. This program provides you with valuable insights that will help strengthen your relationship. You\u2019ll meet with your licensed coaches over the course of several evenings. You\u2019ll assess the state of your marriage through a couple\u2019s analysis using the scientifically validated PREPARE\/ENRICH tool. The results will highlight both the strengths and areas for growth in your relationship. Together, you\u2019ll explore the areas where you\u2019d like to grow and receive support through guided exercises to develop your own strategies for overcoming challenges.

COST:
Starting at \u20ac30 per pair, including online test and evaluation

REGISTRATION<\/strong>:
Our capacity is limited. There may be a wait. Please introduce yourselves as a couple with a few brief words and let us know how you heard about our program.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n \n apply now<\/span>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\n <\/p>

\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

\n Contact and Registration Form<\/h3>
\n
\n
\n \n\n
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>