How to Prepare to Be a Trainer of Sponsor Couples
A practical guide to preparing yourself to train Sponsor Couples, plus resources for growing in the areas that matter most: family of origin, communication, prayer, and more.
For Better & For Ever®: The Pastor’s Handbook
A practical handbook for pastors: how to build a Sponsor Couple® ministry, set up Coordinators, welcome every couple who reaches out, and guide couples from first contact through the wedding — and beyond.
Sponsor Couple® Training
A complete guide to becoming a Sponsor Couple: how the free training works, what happens once you’re matched with an engaged couple, and answers to the questions new sponsors ask most.
A Journey Into Matrimony: Bozena’s Story of the Value of Persistent Faith
After a difficult first marriage and years of obstacles, Bozena finally married in the Catholic Church — a true story of persistence, faith, and the help that made it possible.
Key Concepts That You May Find Useful For Understanding The Content and Structure of For Better & For Ever ®
Every Sponsor Couple ® is encouraged to study this document as part of their training. Then, when they are preparing for a session with an engaged couple, they may find it helpful to review the notes on the specific chapters they plan to deal with.
For Better & For Ever® Video Introduction
A short introduction to For Better & For Ever® — what it is, and how it helps couples prepare for a lifelong marriage.
Healthy Boundaries For Sponsor Couples
Why healthy boundaries matter in Sponsor Couple® ministry — training resources, self-care, and how to respond if a couple discloses abuse.
Marriage License Discounts for Couples Who Complete Premarital Education
How to get a discount on your marriage license fee in Texas or Minnesota by completing premarital education — plus general Texas marriage license requirements.
Before You Get Engaged: Five Questions to Ask Together
Five reflective questions — adapted from Joined by the Church, Sealed by a Blessing — to help dating couples talk honestly about faith and marriage before getting engaged.
Helping Couples Open Up: A Sponsor Couple’s Guide
What to do when an engaged couple seems reticent or is just going through the motions — real techniques experienced Sponsor Couples use to build trust, invite honest sharing, and know what to expect along the way.
