M&R
Ministry
Marriage & Relationship Ministry
As fishers of men, it is our mission to encourage engaged, married and separated couples, to follow Jesus Christ, to establish a dependence on His Word to sustain and bless their marriages.
We teach and show the importance of a covenant relationship and its unconditional faithfulness and love, equipping couples with tools to weather the storms of life when they rage.
We recognize that marriage is between a man and a woman, according to God's Word.
We teach and demonstrate that both husband and wife are important to God and the kingdom of Heaven.
We demonstrate that strong marriages are the foundation of strong families and strong communities.
The M&R Ministry plays a pivotal role in building successful marriages despite the number of years a couple has been married. This ministry will also influence children, families, the church, the community and ultimately, the world.
Our M&R Ministry meets quarterly for Couple Date Nights. Join us as we fellowship together, with other couples in fun filled Christian environments.
Why Should I Try to Save My Marriage & Relationship?
Based upon current statistics, the American divorce rate is 50% for first marriages, 67% for second and 74% for third marriages. Hurts and pains show up in marriages, therefore leading to divorce, causing a severe break in the hearts of those affected , husband, wife and children. Since 2007, Bishop Terence W. White Sr. has conducted several local Marriage & Relationship Conferences.
These ARE NOT marriage conferences where you sit and are lectured to and then go home asking yourself what did I receive that applies in the everyday realities of my marriage. THEY ARE conferences grounded in Scripture where you will be encouraged, equipped, and energized in your marriage with practical and useful tools as you enjoy sessions and interact with your spouse or fiancé.
These conferences are not about Bishop White, but about God’s institute of marriage and helping you to cultivate an environment of healing, prosperity and peace in your marriage. God has not run out of healing balm, he is the healing balm. There is no other remedy.
Testimonials
Maggie Ramirez
Summer 2015 I had reached my breaking point. I was done with my marriage a relationship of 21 years. In my mind there was no hope, no light at the end of the tunnel, nothing left to save. Everything my husband and I could possibly do to hurt each other, we managed to do it, drugs, alcohol, infidelity, lie, family strife, slandered, you name it we did it. Then there was The WODM Marriage Conference rolling around in 2016. I wasn’t sure if this particular event would actually make a difference in my marriage, I really didn’t think to expect much to come out of it. I even wondered if we were going to attend at all. Then one day after about the fifth announcement at church my husband made a declaration. “We are going to the marriage conference, put in your request at work and I will do the same.” He said it with such enthusiasm, that he encouraged me and I began to get excited. As our day began we were given an itinerary for the activities that were going to take place. We had the privilege of witnessing yokes being broken that in itself was a blessing to be a part of.
The following Sunday of the same weekend we had an early dinner and I noticed a change in my husbands’ behavior. He was tiding up helping in the kitchen, helped out with dinner, gave kids some chores, he would ask if I needed any help with anything. This continued for the next few weeks. I knew it was because of the marriage conference but I took it as a phase he was going through, maybe some guilt. I wasn’t quite sure what to make of it. As weeks followed my husband would surprise me with bouquets of flowers at work, and home. He made it a point to tell me he loved me, unbeknownst to me he began praying for me right before he went to work at 4 in the morning. God was repairing our marriage, I began to see my husband as the man he was created to be, the man I fell in love with when I first met him. The dynamics in our home changed tremendously. We learned to respect each other and speak to each other without malice. I could see my cup being filled. It was then when I began to truly soften my heart towards my husband. I made an effort to be a good wife not just in actions but in my thoughts. I didn’t want to disrespect him to the point of inflicting pain emotionally, that wasn’t me anymore. I just wanted to love on him. My perspective in our marriage, in our family had changed. This was impossible without God. Why do you ask? All those 21 years, our own understanding failed us time after time. I praise Him for his mercies in my life alone, but I worship Him for His faithfulness. We will continue to experience trials and tribulations but at least we have faith and belief that we are already victorious in those things and we will triumph until the end together as one.
Rigoberto Ramirez
My struggles began at an early age. I lost my mother when I was 4, and being raised by my biological foster family was not easy. I was never given an opportunity to express love. As an adolescence I witnessed physical and verbal abuse. I always had an intense feeling of loneliness and never felt I was loved. Fast forward forty-seven years, my life came to a halt. I was about to lose my wife and the little respect, I had left from my children. I surrendered, gave it all to God and the moment I did this my life began to change almost immediately. I described it to my wife as being blind, but now I could see. I began to join my family at church, taking heed to every word that was coming out of the pulpit. I was spiritually hungry and the more I received, the more I wanted. I could feel the spirit of God with me at all times. I participated in a marriage conference given by Bishop White, and it helped me tremendously. I learned how to love God and my wife in that order. I learned to pray to God and asked him to help me to be a better husband and a better father. Bishop White allows the Holy Spirit to lead and guide him. His gifts of wisdom and knowledge were a major part of the repairing of my marriage. I learned how to communicate with my wife, how to listen to her, to help her in her needs, how to comfort her, an I learned how to love her. Therefore, I encourage you to join us at the WODM Marriage and Relationship Conference, and find out what God has for you and your loved one. Learn how God can change your life.
Delsi Willie
My husband and I decided to attend the marriage and relationship conferences in 2016 and 2017.The 2017 conference “How God Heals in Marriage & Relationships”, spoke to me personally. When I was 10 years old, someone who was supposed to be a father figure molested me. He failed me and I carried that pain for years. A few years later, someone I thought I could trust failed me again. For years I struggled not understanding why this happened, and what I should do about how I was feeling. I carried all of these pains, hurts and disappointments into my marriage. I struggled to be intimate with my husband. It was hard for my husband; he has never dealt with something like this. At the conference I publicly shared how I was feeling, I could not help but to cry. My pastor prayed for me on the spot, and Lord gave me a word. He said, He was going to heal me from my past and move on my behalf. He will send his angels to watch over me, and there was going to be a change by the next day. The next morning I woke up with so much peace. I felt different and ever since then I have not been the same. My marriage and relationship has grown, along with our ever-growing family. I feel more comfortable when I am with my husband. I feel better, it is unexplainable. I am very thankful that God used his servant to teach us, to work with us, not just us but also other couples.
DeAundrae Johnson
2017 M&R Conference was incredible. Two days of information to help my marriage was exactly what I needed. There were instances where I was humbled because I wasn't living up to God's standards, but it was only for the betterment of me. You could see breakthroughs for other couples. That was powerful. Then there were the occasional exercises and games we played. I finally got the chance to touch me wife's face! Hallelujah! If you know my wife, then you know why that's exciting. The dance was a great climax to the whole event. Make sure you bring your dancing shoes. I would encourage anyone who wants their marriage to last to come. I know I'll be there next year with bells on.
Lawanna Johnson
I attended the marriage and relationship conference, "Growing in Communications" and "How God Heals in Marriage & Relationships". It has been beneficial to my marriage, because I had to trust God and let Him open up the doors for communication and heal the hurts. I thank God for Pastor White. He is a leader who cares about God's people. Pastor White lives everything he teaches and preaches, no matter the environment he's in. God is still working on my marriage and relationship. I am looking forward to attending the conference this year to see what God has for us. Remember that nothing is impossible for God.
