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:
  • 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.
    Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age
    Thursday, Jan. 20 | 6:30 p.m. | Rawlins Hall
    Are you watching kids scroll through life, with their rapid-fire thumbs and a six-second attention span? Physician and filmmaker Delaney Ruston saw that happening with her own kids, and it started her on a quest to delve into how this trend might affect their development. Through poignant, and unexpectedly funny stories, along with surprising insights from authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, “Screenagers” reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and also offers solutions on how adults can empower their kids to best navigate the digital world to find balance.

    Join White’s Chapel UMC and a panel of experts as we screen this important film and discuss the way it affects our kids, their relationships, and our relationships with them. Doors open at 6 p.m. The film will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m., with a panel discussion to follow. Dinner and refreshments will be served. Registration is required. We look forward to seeing you there!

    For more questions or more information, please contact Rev. Kristin Warthen
    Screenagers: The Next Chapter
    Thursday, Feb. 17 | 6:30 p.m. | Rawlins Hall
    Filmmaker and physician Dr. Delaney Ruston takes the conversation around screens and teens to the next level with “Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience”—a film that examines the science behind teen’s emotional challenges, the interplay of social media, and most importantly, what can be done in our schools and homes to help them build crucial skills to navigate stress, anxiety, and depression in our digital age.

    Join White’s Chapel UMC and a panel of experts as we screen this important film and discuss how we can help our children develop resilience and navigate their mental health in the real world when the digital one seems to demand perfection.

    Doors open at 6 p.m. The film will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m., with a panel discussion to follow. Dinner and refreshments will be served. Registration is required. We look forward to seeing you there!
  • 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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