marriage
& relationships
As a church, we want to see relationships flourish. When couples are strong, healthy and connected to God and each other, all the family flourishes alongside them.
Since the beginning of time, God has planned that our married relationships be one of deep intimacy, and perfect togetherness. Our brokenness because of sin, frequently causes us to live outside this original perfection.
Your relationship with your spouse or partner is a priority. So plan to make a plan for your relationship no matter what stage it is at.
for more help, we offer the following:
pre marriage counselling
An opportunity for you to invest in your relationship through 5 nights created to help you to learn to communicate well, understand and appreciate your differences, and prepare for potential challenges before marriage.
alpha marriage course
A 7 week course (via video), designed to help couples invest in their relationship and build a strong marriage.
pastoral care
Prayer, advice and practical care through times of crisis and challenge.
1800Chaplain (1800 24 27 52): A safe and confidential forum that takes a holistic view of your emotions, stressors, challenges and moral dilemmas, where you need not shy away from deeper questions about your life, your relationships, your faith or your sense of purpose.
1800Respect (1800 737 732): A 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Individuals can also access local support services and search the internet using Daisy, a free app developed by 1800RESPECT that protects user privacy.
Mens Referral Service (1300 766 491): This service from No to Violence offers assistance, information and counselling to help men who use family violence.
Lifeline (13 11 14): Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call 13 11 14, or text 0477 13 11 14 at night (6pm-midnight AEDT).
Kids Help Line (1800 55 1800): Australia wide free 24/7, confidential and private counselling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 to 25 years.
River City Counselling Services: Local Christian counselling services located in Hobart, Tas
Crossway Life Care: Confidential, caring and holistic Christian counselling, play therapy, psychologists and mental health workers available to individuals of all ages, couples and families for a wide range of life challenges (located in Vic, online appointments available)
We also recommend reaching out to your local GP to access a Mental Health Plan
Focus on the Family Australia: https://www.families.org.au/
The Search for Intimacy: https://www.careforcelifekeys.org/pages.asp?id=62
Dr Patrica Weerakoon: https://patriciaweerakoon.com/