National Marriage Week 2012

From February 7th to 14th every year— is a collaborative effort to encourage many diverse groups to strengthen individual marriages, reduce the divorce rate, and build a stronger marriage culture, which in turn helps curtail poverty and benefits children. Together we can make more impact than working alone.

Together For Marriage

Marriage works. It makes people happier, live longer, and build more economic security. Children with married parents perform better in school. Click here for new research on "Why Marriage Matters: Thirty Conclusions from Social Science."

Deep down, everyone wishes they could have a rewarding lifelong commitment with their spouse. But in the midst of challenges, we forget how marriage can benefit our personal lives. We are losing our determination and the skills to keep marriages heal thy and strong.
Marriage breakdown is costly to our kids and to society at large. Divorce and unwed childbearing cost the U.S. taxpayers a whopping $112 billion annually. In these economic challenging times, building stronger marriages helps build a stronger nation.

New Life Pastoral Counseling, is assisting by providing workshops, seminars and classes that improve marriages and strengthen family. Find out more, here.

Should Mom's Stay Home or Work Outside the Home

5 Reasons One Parent Should Stay at Home

Work + Money – Thu, Jan 26, 2012 11:44 AM EST

The benefits of a single-income household.If you total every expense from child care and health care to groceries and recreation, the first 18 years of a child's life can cost a small fortune -- $190,528 to be exact. Child care alone can cost around $4,300 a year for one child, according to Bankrate.com.

So, let's say you have two kids. If one parent stays home instead of working, you could save close to $10,000 a year.

For most couples, deciding who works and who stays home comes down to plain economics. Some parents would love to be able to stay home with their child, but they simply can't afford it. Others love their kids but also love to work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than half of American children live in two-income households.

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Before You Tie The Knot

Congratulations,on your engagement! 


Taking the next step in planning with premarital education, shows that you are taking getting married seriously, and that's good.  Preparing for your married life will help ensure that you are prepared for the bumps in the road of life.


This workshop provides an in-depth look at the issues that come up most often in married life. No subject will be glossed over. Our goal is to prepare you. To empower you.


Topics include: Career, Sexual Expectation, Children, Family (In Laws) and so much more.


Join us for this premarital education workshop.  You'll be glad you did.


A certificate of completion provided.