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:
  • Love or Work: A Marriage Ministry Study
    Begins Wednesday, Sept. 1 | 6 to 7 p.m.
    Is it possible to change the world, stay in love, and be a healthy couple or family? Spoiler alert: yes, it is. The question is just: how?! Join WC Marriage Ministries for this 12-week book study that facilitates conversation, contemplation, and practice as we explore the answer to this question and how we live that answer out in a world where we are exhausted, but also where changing the world together sounds so exciting! The group will use the book, "Love or Work," by André Shinabarger and Jeff Shinabarger. Books are available for order at amazon.com and are required for this class.
    Bullseye! A WC Date Night
    Friday, Jan. 28 | 6 to 9:30 p.m. | FlannelJax’s in Roanoke
    Keep your dating life ‘on target’ and give boredom ‘the axe’ when you join other WC couples for a night of… you guessed it: axe throwing! Break out your best flannel and beanie and join us Jan. 28 for a WC Date Night with other WC couples! Childcare drop off will begin at 6 p.m. (must register for childcare online). Then, couples can meet up at FlannelJax’s in Roanoke, where we’ve reserved axe throwing lanes, crosscut sawing, and a game of thump the stump! Blades will begin flying at 7 p.m. Childcare will end at 9:30 p.m. The cost is $65 per couple.
  • 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
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    Nationwide 24-hour hotline: 1-800-799-7233

    Local Immediate Help 24-hour Hotlines:
    • Tarrant County: 877-701-7233
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    • Tarrant County: 817-536-5496
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    • 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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