Marriage Ministry

Connecting couples with Christ and one another.
"Love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor."

- Romans 12:10

  • At White’s Chapel, we believe that we were created for relationship—with God and with one another. Marriage is one expression of how we live into and become the people God creates and calls us to be. We also believe that part of being the church means we cultivate space for nurturing thriving relationships, reconciling hurting relationships, and welcoming how God works through and redeems all of our relationships.
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    We want to welcome you on this journey as part of our marriage ministry.
    So, whether you are about to be married or are celebrating 50+ years of marriage, join us as we share in moments designed to draw us closer to God and to one another. Together, we’ll study God’s word, learn more about cultivating healthy relationships, laugh together on date nights, and more!
    Connect with other married and engaged couples at White’s Chapel by signing up for our newsletter:
    Join our Marriage Ministry Facebook group:
  • All Decked Out
    Tonight’s Date Night is all things letter D, so ‘determine’ a ‘delectable’ Date Night destination (preferably one with a deck). Get ‘dolled’ up and ‘dapper’ for your ‘dreamboat’ to make this a ‘dandy’ date. Get rid of all distractions, and if you can, disable your devices. Drop your ‘dispassionate’ and ‘disturbing’ discussion topics before you ‘depart’ to keep your date dialogue ‘docile.’ 
    (In other words: no kids, no work, no drama on this date! Just the drama of your love!)
    P.S. Bring a deck of cards on this date. It’ll be fun! We promise!
    Celebrate with Charcuterie
    Date night is here! Let’s get started and plan it together. Ingredients can be as simple as your favorite cheeses, lunch meats, stuffed olives, sliced apples, and fancy crackers. This can be an adult luncheable or your own private party tray.​
    Burgers & Beverages
    ​    Grab your best guy or gal, download this guide, and beef up your relationship as you eat the best burgers around—according to Google, that is. Download February’s date night and build your relationship your way!
    At-Home Picnic
    If you have kids, wait until they are asleep, out of the house, or at least out of the room. You and your honey are experiencing dinner, indoor picnic style. Grab a blanket, some food for dinner, and find a spot on the floor. After adding your names to the appropriate spaces below, choose the first word that comes to mind for each of the rest of the spaces.
    Yes, Chef!
    If you have kids, wait until they are asleep, out of the house, or at least out of the room. You guys are enjoying dinner alone tonight. Grab an apron, get your ingredients ready, and find a blindfold. While getting ingredients ready for dinner, answer a few "Would–You–Rathers!"
    Pizza Date Night
    Pizza! This date is all about those delicious, round pies. Oh yeah, and having a fun time with your spouse...that too!!
  • The Gottman Institute
    The Gottman Institute is dedicated to combining wisdom from research and practice to support and strengthen marriages, families, and relationships. It brings the knowledge of research to therapists — and the insight of therapists to researchers. This link between research and practice reflects the collaboration of John and Julie Gottman, whose combined research and clinical experience is extensive, and incomparable.
    Podcasts:
    White's Chapel Counseling Center
    If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic partner violence, please call one of the numbers below:

    Nationwide 24-hour hotline: 1-800-799-7233

    Local Immediate Help 24-hour Hotlines:
    • Tarrant County: 877-701-7233
    • Denton County: 940-387-5131
    • Dallas County: 214-946-4357

    For Safety Planning, Resource Development and General Information:
    • Tarrant County: 817-536-5496
    • Denton County: 940-382-7273
    • Dallas County: 214-389-7700

    If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, please call the Texas Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400.

    Learn more about the signs of child abuse or neglect.
Meet the Pastor
Rev. Kristin Warthen
Pastor for Marriage and Family Ministries

Kristin joined the White’s Chapel staff in July 2018. She recently completed her Master of Divinity at Brite Divinity School in May 2019 and is pursuing ordination.
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