Could your church put on a 'movie night' for couples during Marriage Week UK?
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Marriage Week UK takes place from 8 to 14 February (so it includes Valentine's Day). This year's theme is 'movie night' and married couples are being encouraged to take time out to watch a movie together.
Now, that could be as a couple, with a group of friends, in a community group - or in a church. This is such a simple idea - and has great potential for your church to engage with couples in your community.
"Making the choice to watch a film together can help many couples create a bit of space just for them, in the middle of their hectic schedule", says Christine Tufnell, who helps head up Care for the Family's marriage initiatives.
"Churches can really help - by screening a romantic movie, handing out popcorn, and giving couples a chance to enjoy a night out together for free. This will be particularly helpful for couples finding things tough because of the 'credit crunch'."
You'll find all you need to know about hosting a film night at www.marriage-week.org.uk
If your church hosts a film night, or you engage with couples in any other way during Marriage Week UK, we'd love to hear from you. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to tell us all about it!
Last Updated 21 January 2010
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