Welcome to Glengormley Methodist Church
Part of the Methodist Church in Ireland
The Marriage Course is a marriage enrichment course run over eight weeks providing the opportunity and focus for couples to spend quality time together discussing a different topic each night: Building Strong Foundations, Communication, Resolving Conflict, The Power of Forgiveness, Parents and In-laws, Good Sex and Love in Action.
For previous courses in Glengormley Methodist, the chapel has been transformed into an intimate restaurant with couples sitting at their own table for two – candlelit of course! - and the evening always began with a two-course meal. Following this there was a video presentation relating to the topic being discussed and afterwards there were some activities for the couples to complete. All discussion is completely private and there is no opportunity for group discussion.
One of the biggest difficulties we have had to face is the perception that the course is for marriages in trouble. This is not the case; it is primarily a course to help couples make their marriage even more fulfilling regardless of their starting point.
Here are some of the comments from those who have completed previous courses:
“Thank you for providing this course – it was lovely. I looked forward to it each week. Very well organised - friendly warm atmosphere. I hope other couples get as much as I got out of it.”
“Very worthwhile course, would strongly recommend it to all married couples.”
“Did not initially want to come on course cause I knew we had a good relationship, but now I would recommend it to any of my friends as even if you don’t learn anything (doubtful) it is quality time spent together talking.*****”
“Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Really useful to take time out to do it. Very positive feelings about the whole thing despite reservations beforehand.”
As the course is an investment in each marriage represented there is a charge of £50 to cover food and other expenses. This works out around £6.25 per couple per night! We do have bursaries available for anyone who thinks that the cost would be a difficulty. If you would like more information or would be interested in attending a course then please speak to Karen or Stephen Orr (028 90847032) or email them via the church web site.
For previous courses in Glengormley Methodist, the chapel has been transformed into an intimate restaurant with couples sitting at their own table for two – candlelit of course! - and the evening always began with a two-course meal. Following this there was a video presentation relating to the topic being discussed and afterwards there were some activities for the couples to complete. All discussion is completely private and there is no opportunity for group discussion.
One of the biggest difficulties we have had to face is the perception that the course is for marriages in trouble. This is not the case; it is primarily a course to help couples make their marriage even more fulfilling regardless of their starting point.
Here are some of the comments from those who have completed previous courses:
“Thank you for providing this course – it was lovely. I looked forward to it each week. Very well organised - friendly warm atmosphere. I hope other couples get as much as I got out of it.”
“Very worthwhile course, would strongly recommend it to all married couples.”
“Did not initially want to come on course cause I knew we had a good relationship, but now I would recommend it to any of my friends as even if you don’t learn anything (doubtful) it is quality time spent together talking.*****”
“Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Really useful to take time out to do it. Very positive feelings about the whole thing despite reservations beforehand.”
As the course is an investment in each marriage represented there is a charge of £50 to cover food and other expenses. This works out around £6.25 per couple per night! We do have bursaries available for anyone who thinks that the cost would be a difficulty. If you would like more information or would be interested in attending a course then please speak to Karen or Stephen Orr (028 90847032) or email them via the church web site.