In both cases, our faculty are careful to treat single and divorced men with dignity and to mention that the principles we will discuss apply in a variety of situations and relationships. Still, many think that marriage is the number one problem in the lives of Christian men and we do not want to avoid the opportunity to address it at our events. In addition to the promotional materials, handouts at the event and shipping and handling, your fees cover the personnel costs to select and train faculty, support your event from our office, create new events and maintain a ministry team. To continue providing quality events, we raise money from donors and foundations to supplement the fees we charge. Also, avoid key sports weekends in your area.
Pastoral support is another critical factor.
Be sure to involve your pastoral staff in the process. Get our information packet , including the video that explains our strategy. This increases the likelihood that men will come to the event. We suggest you hold the event in a large open room with banquet style seating. Having the men sit around tables adds to the discussion groups without interfering with the presentations.