RESILIENT MARRIAGE
© Phil & Vicky Wright 2019
Retreat Experience
Private retreats sessions (for one couple only) are held in lovely, tranquil settings where couples can focus on investing in their relationship. (See sample agenda.)
Content is tailored to the specific needs of the couple. Retreats are exclusively for couples serving in ministry (whether currently or in the past). If desired, we can make referrals for others.
"Our marriage was in crisis. The stress of ministry had taken a deep toll on us and in the worst moments we didn't even like each other anymore. Phil and Vicky are people we trust with the darkest moments of our lives. They stood with us and held up our arms to allow us to continue."
"This experience was the most important thing I have ever done in my life outside of saying yes to Jesus. As a pastor, I have always known that my family is my number one ministry. This experience helped me take that theoretical goal and turn it into a reality."
"This was the best thing we have done
just for us ever! I wish so many of our friends could do this too!"
"Phil and Vicky meet people in their pain and brokenness without shame or judgment and gently help them make major shifts from a place of extreme distress to a hopeful and productive path forward."
"This retreat has transformed the way I
look at conflict, and has given me tremendous insight into the heart and
soul of my wife."
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Expenses
Our goal is to make retreats accessible to frontline Christian shepherds. We have sponsorships to cover the cost of the retreat, lodging, food and materials. Although we ask participants to pay for their own transportation and childcare (when needed) scholarships for those expenses are available.
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Is This Right for You?
​​Resilient Marriage Retreats ARE recommended if:​​​​
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you're both committed to your marriage and want to:
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grow more connected
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communicate better
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resolve conflict in a healthy way
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heal hurts
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find more joy in your relationship
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better understand yourself and each other
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you are both willing to:
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work to see each other's perspective
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be introspective
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humbly acknowledge your contribution to inevitable relational distress​
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create an environment of trust where your spouse feels safe to::​
- share their heart
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take gentle relational risks
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try new ways of relating. ​​​​
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Resilient Marriage Retreats are *NOT recommended if:​
E​ither of you:
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wants out of the relationship
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is having a physical or emotional affair
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has untreated addictions (incl. but not limited to substance abuse, viewing sexually explicit material, gambling,)
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has unhealed trauma
If, after reading the above, you believe that a Retreat is right for you: Please continue to section 4 to fill out and send us your Readiness Assessment. Then complete the form found in section 5.
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* If any of these painful circumstances apply to you, we're deeply sorry for what you're suffering. If you'd like to reach out, use the form in section 5 and we may be able to refer you
to potentially helpful resources.
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Readiness Assessment
The purpose of this assessment is to determine whether a retreat would be a good next step for you and your spouse. After your initial Zoom call with Phil and Vicky, please click the green button below to download the Readiness Assessment. After you have each completed this form, please email it back to us.
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