Here at New Life Church, we believe marriage is a gift from God between a man and a women who are equally yoked. It is a holy and sacred covenant of two becoming one which is instant and also a lifetime of unifying.

Matthew 22:36-39 says, “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: ” ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’

So who is your closest neighbor? As a married couple, we suggest your nearest neighbor is your spouse.
The Marriage Ministry is here to support you in loving your closest neighbor through every season of marriage through monthly gatherings, discipleship courses, small groups, and pastoral counseling available to you through the church.

Marriage Small Groups
Marriage Small Groups

Are you looking for a community to plug into with your spouse? Check the list of Marriage Small Groups hosted each week. 

Also, if you’re interested in leading a Marriage Small Group, we would love to connect with you! To begin the conversation, please complete the form below.

Premarital Coaching

Are you engaged or dating with intent to marry? If so, premarital coaching may be just the resource for you!

Premarital coaching at New Life is an excellent way to prepare intentionally for a life-long relationship and for genuine friendship with your spouse. Premarital sessions with a pastor or mentor couple will position you to hear from God regarding your future, learn new tools for effective communication, and build a strong bond with your partner.

Build your marriage on a strong, godly foundation by requesting premarital coaching today.

Please note that all premarital-coaching sessions occur in-person only and ideally begin six to eight months prior to wedding date.

Couples Discipleship Course

Kick off the New Year committed to building healthy relationship skills with your spouse. Starting January 20, 2026, New Life Marriage Ministry will host an eight-week couples discipleship course using the Emotionally Healthy Relationships (EHR) curriculum. The EHR curriculum introduces eight practical skills to help grow mature and loving relationships with others. We’ll meet Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8:30pm. Kids Ministry is available for all session dates.

When: Tuesdays, January 20, 27; February 3, 17, 24; March 3, 17, 31 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Main Building, New Life North
Cost: $40/person

Couples Retreat: “A Weekend to Remember”

FamilyLife’s “Weekend to Remember” is back! Join us February 6-8, 2026 for a marriage conference like no other, set in one of Colorado Springs’ most beautiful places – The Broadmoor. The weekend will be filled with engaging talks and tools from marriage experts as well as quality time with your spouse to build deeper connection. Register with the group name NLCMarriageMinistry to receive a discounted conference rate.

To make your weekend a true “staycation,” call The Broadmoor at (855) 634-7711 to book a room.* Discounted room rates apply for those attending the conference, but rooms go fast, so don’t delay!

*”Weekend to Remember” conference and hotel stay are two separate bookings.

When: February 6-8, 2026
Where: The Broadmoor

Matthew Tisthammer

Executive Pastor

Leah Tisthammer

Marriage Ministry Pastor

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