Walking with Couples Considering Divorce

If you are leading a married couples group, chances are your group will include couples that are either considering divorce, or have already taken steps toward divorce. When this happens, the resulting effects on the group can evoke a plethora of emotions: fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, etc. Questions like, "Can they do this and stay in the group?" or "How can we come alongside them during this time?" will need answers. Clearly, the desire is to empower the group to love and support the couple during such a difficult time. There is no set formula because each situation is unique, but there are some practical guidelines that will certainly help you prepare yourself and your group to effectively minister to couples facing divorce.

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