If you desire to glorify God and find joy in your marriage, if you are willing to hear the truth found in God’s Word, and if you are committed to fulfilling your marriage vows, then this retreat is sure to be a wonderful and encouraging time for you and your spouse!

Enjoy a romantic getaway to Leavenworth, WA, and time to reconnect and grow with your spouse. Our retreat will be held at the beautiful Enzian Inn, nestled in the quaint Bavarian Village of Leavenworth, WA.

Registration includes a two-night stay at the Enzian Inn, access to an Olympic-size indoor pool, and a delicious chef-prepared breakfast buffet each morning with omelets available by personal order!

Whether newlyweds or marriage veterans, all are welcome!

Hurry! Space is limited, and these events fill up fast.

Our retreat will be held at the

Enzian Inn, nestled in the quaint Bavarian Village of Leavenworth, Washington.

Registration is $649 and offers each couple a private room, six sessions from our speakers, access to an Olympic-size indoor pool, and a delicious chef-prepared breakfast buffet each morning with omelets available by personal order!

Whether newlyweds or marriage veterans, all are welcome!

Nursing infants are welcome, too. 

Speaker Bio

Roger and Jan Smith

The Smiths hail from Louisiana where Roger is a medical doctor, and Jan manages their horse farm and businesses. All four of their adult children were homeschooled until the college years, and home education has been an exciting journey for them where they became experts in home and family management, leadership, and community service. They continue to serve in their church as mentors and teachers, as well as serving on the board of their state homeschool organization and the board of the National Alliance of Christian Home Education Leaders. Dr. Smith has a weekly video blog on parenting (@Parenting Matters Now).  
 

Schedule

THURSDAY 

3:30 PM Check-in 

6:30 PM Session #1 – What’s a Healthy Home Life? 

 

FRIDAY 

7:30 AM Breakfast Buffet 

9:30 AM 2nd Session – Be a Student, Not an Expert 

10:45 AM Break  

11:00 AM 3rd Session – Watch Out for Landmines! 

12:00 PM Lunch  

2-4:00 PM 4th Session – Q&AHang-ups, Hiccups, and Hallelujahs(Roger meets with the men and Jan meets with the ladies) 

 

SATURDAY 

7:30 AM Breakfast 

9:30 AM 5th Session – How to Have a Good Fight! 

10:45 AM Break  

11:00 AM 6th Session – Parenting Principles for Closeness 

12:00 PM Retreat Concludes 

SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE 

Session Descriptions

What’s a Healthy Home Life? 

Because we as a society have made marriage be so different from a marriage following God’s principles, it’s hard to know what a healthy relationship looks like! Discover key biblical principles and examples from the Bible to answer the question: “What do you need from me?” 

 

Be a Student, Not an Expert 

Lifelong learning about how to better accept and understand your spouse leads to a deeper love and appreciation of each other as the years click by. Grow in understanding of personality, temperament, biological clock, impact of home of origin, and other considerations that lead to more effective communication of love. 

 

Watch Out for Landmines! 

Things that enrich our lives can also become points of contention. These may be difficult to navigate with grace. Let’s discuss some common problem areas that can occur concerning hobbies, in-laws, spending habits, childrearing, and more. 

 

Hangups, Hiccups, and Hallelujahs 

The ups and downs in the bedroom can be a great joy and frustration. Men and women will separately discuss God-ordained intimacy and oneness — and the barriers to achieving those goals. We will be general enough to not be legalistic, but practical enough to impact each marriage. 

 

How to Have a Good Fight! 

Communication patterns open or close doors to connectedness. Conflict is a normal part of every relationship, yet healthy conflict resolution is not common. Learn some simple principles that help us develop this skill and are foundational to success! 

 

Parenting Principles for Closeness 

Good intentions in childrearing can damage a marriage. Some common practices can be avoided to prevent tearing your own house down! 

Be sure to remember the complimentary amenities at the Enzian Inn:

  • Racquetball – Basketball and Wallyball court/equipment
  • Nordic equipment
  • 70’ Lap Pool & Hot Tub
  • Exercise Room

There will be breaks between sessions so that you can enjoy the local Bavarian fare for other meals, and the Inn has cross-country skis available if you would like to enjoy some additional outdoor recreation!

Things to SEE and DO in Leavenworth during your leisure time:

Not familiar with Leavenworth, WA? Click here to see all that awaits you!

2023 Registration Is Open!

If finances would keep you from registering, please consider applying for a scholarship. From the generosity of others, funds have been made available specifically for this event. Click here to apply.

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