March 19 - 21, 2010 - Couples are realizing the need to invest at least as much effort into preparing for a marriage as they do preparing for a wedding. After all, it only makes sense. The wedding day (with all its accompanying fun as well as work and expense) will last but 24 hours. The marriage between a man and woman, however is designed by God to last a lifetime.

Equip your marriage to go the distance.

You want your wedding to be just the way you always dreamed. And that's good. After all, it's the day you'll remember the rest of your life.

You also want your marriage to be everything you've ever dreamed. But you're also realistic. With one out of two marriages ending in bitter conflict and divorce, you have to have a plan to beat the odds.

Part of that plan should be attending Engaged/Pre-Engaged Encounter.

Dates

• March 19-21, 2010
• October 15-17, 2010

What is Engaged Encounter?

Engaged Encounter is a quiet and relaxed weekend for men and women who are contemplating marriage. It is designed to equip you with the necessary tools to ensure that your marriage is one of those that "goes the distance."

Couples today recognize that great marriages don't just happen; great marriages take planning, attention, a willingness to learn from those who have "been there," and a commitment to God's standards.

Do we have to be "formally" engaged to attend?
No. You are very welcome even if you are "engaged to be engaged." Also, Engaged Encounter is for couples of any age.

Who leads it?
Engaged Encounter is led by three Christian couples (a junior couple, a senior couple, and a clergy couple) who dare to be honest about their own marriages and answer the tough questions.

Do we have to say anything publicly?
No. Engaged Encounter is non-threatening. It is not group therapy. Your privacy will be respected.

Cost

$256 per couple and includes overnight lodging in Cascadian Lodge and all meals.

• Full amount is due upon registration.
• All housing is douple occupancy, with men and women housed separately. Please anticipate that you will have one roommate for the weekend.

For more information email the Registration Department or call 360-652-7575, or in-state toll-free 1-800-228-6724, during office hours 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday thru Friday.