Welcome the Two to One New Mentor Training! We are so thankful you have chosen to invest in the future marriages of our church by becoming a mentor couple. As Andy Stanley explains in his message "The Power of Mentoring" we each have a treasure chest full of life experiences that will die with us unless we become intentional about distributing our wealth. The value of our life is found when we share those experiences. We are excited for you to share your wealth of marriage experience with each Two to One couple that you mentor. 

 A mentor is a role model.

The fact that you are beginning this training means our church staff has recognized your marriage as one that's full of love and respect. This doesn't mean you are perfect; it simply means you have some years of marriage experience behind you and have proven to be a couple worth following. Your marriage will be a model for your Two to One couples. Many of them have not witnessed a healthy, Christ-centered marriage. Thank you for demonstrating that for them!

A mentor is a coach.

A coach is someone who instructs athletes and directs team strategy. As a mentor couple, you will instruct engaged couples on best practices and help them develop strategies for implementing these practices. While some of these strategies may seem basic and common-sense to you, remember that a breakdown in fundamentals can be extremely destructive to even the most accomplished professional athletes. Ensuring that couples learn these basics will set them up for long-term success.

1. Teach the fundamentals. The curriculum will provide content and exercises about the fundamentals of a healthy marriage, such as being assertive, practicing active listening, resolving conflict, nurturing spiritual development, budgeting, and others.

2. Encourage couples to continue what they are doing well.

3. Challenge them in areas where growth is required.