 By Dr David Marine Mabry Encompass Executive Director Life is filled with seasons—some are joyful and easy, while others are filled with challenges that test our strength and resilience. For many couples and families, these difficulties can take a toll on relationships, creating distance, misunderstandings, or even broken trust. However, the beauty of life is that new beginnings are always possible. With intentional steps and support, relationships can flourish again. This year’s Encompass Sweetheart Gala, themed “The Gift of New Beginnings” celebrates that hopeful truth.
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 By Abby Glaser Encompass Community Advocate One of the most common questions we hear at Encompass is, “Do you only help couples?” I personally love answering this question because it gives me the chance to talk about our incredible program for individuals—and I just happen to be the facilitator! Many people didn’t have great examples of healthy relationships growing up and often find themselves stuck in unproductive patterns. That’s where REACH comes in. It provides a practical ROADMAP for building strong communication, connection, and conflict resolution skills with the people you care about most.
 By Dr David Marine Mabry Encompass Executive Director Building a healthy and lasting relationship is one of life’s greatest joys—but let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. Whether you’re feeling disconnected, navigating a tricky season, or simply wanting to grow closer, the RINGS program at the Encompass Connection Center is here to help.
 By Kermit Rowe Encompass Relationship Facilitator To get the full measure of the impact that 20 years of Encompass Connection Center’s relationship ministry has made, one must look beyond some very impressive statistics like:
- 11,458 adults served with 5,542 hours of coaching provided. - 11,341 free online assessments. - 95.65% of adults served said our relationship coaching helped them improve their conflict resolution. - 97.39% of adults served said their communication has improved through our coaching. - 100% of them said their relationship has improved after receiving our coaching. These numbers illustrate the incredible objective impact God has used our ministry to make the past two decades, both locally and beyond (thanks to our online services). So when you are trying to come up with a meaningful last-minute gift for your special partner that will keep on giving in priceless ways, consider signing you two up for our RINGS Experience programs.  By Dr David Marine Mabry Encompass Executive Director As the confetti settles and the balloons drift away, we reflect on the remarkable journey of our 20th anniversary. Celebrating two decades of growth and impact, we now turn our eyes toward an even brighter future. Just as a long-lasting marriage evolves and strengthens, we believe the best days for Encompass Connection Center lie ahead.
 By Cindee Johnson Relationship Champion and Encompass Partner Coming alongside another person to show the way has long proven to be of value. Coaches. Trainers. Mentors. Disciplers. No matter the title, Jesus modeled this better than anyone. He led by example. He lived what he taught. He was intentional. He was relational. He made a difference. So can we.
How do I know? I’ve witnessed it at Encompass Connection Center, again and again. I’ve even been blessed to be a part of it. As we celebrate Encompass’s 20 years of impact this month, let’s look at how mentoring and coaching are utilized to make a difference.  By Dr David Marine Mabry Encompass Executive Director In marriage, you will experience many seasons: times of joy and times of grief, seasons of good health and seasons of illness, years of parenting young children or teens, and years of empty-nesting, just to name a few. When you took your vows, you said, “...for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part,” and you will likely see each one of those in some form or another throughout your years together.
 By Dr. David Marine Mabry Encompass Executive Director Are you and your partner compatible? We define compatibility as two people sharing like-mindedness and a friendship with one another through all challenges and all the blessings of your relationship while maximizing who each of you may be. “Free to be you and free to me” while working as one. It’s important to be compatible with your spouse so you can work together as a team in all areas of life. With greater compatibility, you will have a greater impact on the world around you. You will experience greater happiness and satisfaction. You will be strengthened in your relationship to push through together when inevitable conflicts and challenges arise.
 Julie and Ryan Preas, RINGS Experience participants Our blog post theme for March is "Growth Areas." So, our blog post authors will be challenging us toward growth in personal awareness for the sake of strengthening relationships. By Lavern Nissley Encompass Executive Director Thursday evenings, 7-8 pm, were times I looked forward to for about 2 1/2 months. Why? It wasn't for recreation, spending time with family, or a favorite TV show. It was to spend quality time with Ryan and Julie Preas, a couple who signed up for our RINGS Experience education and coaching. Even though Ryan and Julie weren't where they wanted to be in their 22-year marriage, they had a lot of the intangibles down like mutual respect, seeking peace, and growing together. But they didn't want to stay where they were. What a joy it was to watch them moving their health needle into more and more positives!
 Jerrod and Ashley Evans By Lavern Nissley
Encompass Executive Director (Our March blog posts are featuring elements related to preparation. Thanks to Jerrod and Ashley Evans for sharing how they have been prepared through an Encompass resource.) This past Monday I received an "out-of-the-blue" email from a couple who had taken the RINGS course and coaching two years ago. They are approaching their 15th anniversary, and their sense of confidence for their marriage to go the distance has greatly increased. I'd love to have them speak for themselves on the impact, particularly of how the tools and skills acquired in RINGS are affecting them two years later. |
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Program content is the sole responsibility of Encompass Connection Center and does not necessarily represent the views of the funders.
Encompass Connection Center services are provided to all eligible persons on a non-discriminatory basis. Encompass Connection Center complies with all applicable laws and regulations concerning discrimination does not discriminate on the basis of the potential participant's race, gender, gender orientation, age, disability or religion.
Registered 501(c)(3). EIN: 37-1485217