These resources for relationships are available to borrow for use in small groups. They are sorted in the categories of Adults, Marriages, and Parents and Grandparents for easy reference. Please contact the Church Office at 780.467.8404 or by email to check availability.
For Adults
Boundaries
Dr. Cloud & Dr. Townsend
Are you living a life out of control, having trouble saying no? Learn about Physical, Mental, Emotional and Spiritual Boundaries. You can set limits and still be a loving person. 8 wks. or 2- 4 wks.
Changes That Heal
Dr. Cloud & Dr. Townsend
Because we live in a fallen world, most of us have deficits in the following areas: Bonding With Others; Separation From Others; Sorting Out Issues of Good and Bad; Taking Charge as an Adult. God promised that the "good work" He began in us, He will carry "on to completion". 14 wks.
Hiding From Love
Dr. Cloud & Dr. Townsend
When you experience emotional injury, fear, shame or pride, your first impulse is to hide the hurting parts of yourself from God, others and even yourself. Learn the difference between good and bad hiding and be free to make mistakes without fear of exposing your failures and imperfections. 16 wks. or 2- 8 wks.
Safe People
Dr. Cloud & Dr. Townsend
Countless individuals have invested themselves into people who have shipwrecked their lives in return. They've been abandoned or taken advantage of and left with little to show for what they gave. Recognize twenty traits of "unsafe" people. Start new positive relationships. 12 wks. or 2- 6 wks.
For Marriages
Discover the Love of Your Live All Over Again
Dr. Gary & Barbara Rosberg
Recapture the dream of God's design for marriage and gain the tools essential to divorce-proofing their home. Through sound video teaching, strong biblical principles and group discussion, learn and begin to practice the six secrets to a forever marriage. 8 wks.
The DNA of Relationships
Dr. Gary Smalley & Michael Smalley, M.A.
We are designed for three satisfying relationships: with others, with ourselves and with God. Improve your health and experience life fulfillment. Learn how to control all of your own emotions, lower your stress and become a magnet for others to genuinely love you. 4 wks.
Finish Together
Married Life To Go Series / North Point Ministry
This is an interactive DVD and includes three studies. Each week includes challenging questions and a teach time. Learn how to protect your marriage and finish together. Series from Andy Stanley's church. 1 – 3 wks.
Fireproof Your Marriage
Kirk Cameron (movie & clips to discuss)
This DVD series is founded on Biblical principles for strong God-centered, lifelong marriages. Engage in a session study using video clips from the Fireproof movie along with thought provoking discussion questions and individual and couples' devotions. 7 wks. (includes viewing of movie)
For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men
Shaunti Feldhahn
Shaunti Feldhahn provides a personal study using DVD and a book. Shaunti challenges women to put their men centre stage and to shine a spotlight on their innermost thoughts and feelings. Participants in this study will turn the searchlight of Scripture onto their hearts as they embark on this enlightening journey. 7 wks.
Handle With Care
G. Smalley, G. & B. Rosberg, K. Arthur, D. Ramsey
The Essentials of Marriage series brings top relationship experts who present hard-hitting strategies for couples to deal with the biggest threats to growing together . . . including anger, depression and financial troubles. You and your spouse or group will discover new, Bible-based ways to beat these marriage busters. 6 wks.
Higher Love
G. Smalley, S. Omartian and G. Thomas
What is God's plan for your marriage? Learn how to pray and serve together, and listen to your mate. Learn how to handle unrealistic expectations and myths, and become a spiritual team. 6 wks.
Hurry Home
Married Life To Go Series / North Point Ministry
In marriage, chances are your spouse wants more of you and less of what you do. Think of Married Life To Go as a guiltless curriculum because you have little to no prep time. Series from Andy Stanley's church. 1 – 3 wks.
I Love You More
Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott
The question isn't whether struggles will arise, but how husbands and wives will handle them when they come. In fact, everyday problems can compel a couple to say "I love you more". 6 wks.
Laugh Your Way to Better Marriage
Mark Gungar
Mark Gungar uses humour to help couples laugh, learn and be able to make real positive changes to their marriage. Learn about the two brains, the key to incredible sex, how not to kill each other and discover why he/she does that.
4 wks.
Love and Respect
Dr. Emerson & Sarah Eggerichs
A wife needs to feel loved. A husband needs to feel respected. Want to experience peace, feel closer, feel valued? Try some Love & Respect. Each session is approx. 84 minutes long. 5 wks.
Love Talk
Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott
This very day, you can begin an adventure in communication that will draw the two of you closer, in a way that creates the depth and connection you long for in your relationship. 6 wks.
The Marriage Course
Nicky & Sila Lee
The Alpha Marriage course is a series of sessions designed to help any couple strengthen their relationship. Topics: Building Strong Foundations; The Art of Communication; Resolving Conflict; The Power of Forgiveness; The Impact of Family-Past and Present; Good Sex; Love in Action. 7 wks.
Sacred Marriage
Gary Thomas
Your marriage is much more than a union between you and your spouse. It is a spiritual discipline ideally suited to help you know God more fully and intimately. Sacred marriage shifts the focus from marital enrichment to spiritual enrichment in ways that can help you love your mate more. 6 wks.
Your Time-Starved Marriage
Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott
Do you feel over-scheduled and under-connected? Do you wish there was a surefire way to create more meaningful time together each day? Learn how to overcome these issues. 6 wks.
For Parents and Grandparents
Extreme Grandparenting
Dr. Tim and Darcy Kimmel
Make the most of your role as a grandparent—a role being redefined today by active, vital grandparents like you. The honesty, humour, stories and practical experience will motivate and guide you to develop richer relationships with your children and their children. 8 wks.
Grace Based Parenting
Dr. Tim Kimmel
Prepare your whole family for a lifetime of healthy choices and relationships—with God and with each other—along with teaching your child to navigate their culture by choosing better friends and making wiser choices. 10 wks.
Parental Guidance Required
Andy Stanley & Reggie Joiner
You're providing your children with a variety of experiences and activities, but are you deliberately influencing their lives? Andy Stanley and Reggie Joiner take an in-depth look into parent/child relationships. 6 wks.