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SUMMARY:Closer 11 - Marriage Seminar - Paarl
DESCRIPTION:Whether your marriage is in a great place or feeling the strain\, this journey is designed to help you grow stronger together. Over 8 weeks\, we’ll walk with you through practical tools\, real conversations\, and intentional moments that bring lasting connection. \nMarriage is a beautiful gift\, but let’s be honest\, it can also be hard work. Sometimes it feels like magic\, and other times… not so much. That’s why we’re offering both male and female insights to help you navigate the differences and discover new rhythms of love and grace. \nWhat to expect? Authentic teaching\, vulnerable stories\, lots of laughter\, and weekly take-home challenges to help you apply what you’re learning in everyday life. This isn’t just a seminar\, it’s a journey toward deeper intimacy and lasting partnership. \nHere’s a glimpse at what we’ll explore together: \nWeek 1 – It starts with ME: Let’s focus on BECOMING the right one… not fixing the right one.\nWeek 2 – Foundations: How to build something that stands the test of time.\nWeek 3 – Communication 101: How to speak so your spouse actually hears you—without a fight.\nWeek 4 – The High Road: How to handle conflict like mature adults\nWeek 5 – Her Needs: Understanding and meeting her needs.\nWeek 6 – His Needs: Understanding and meeting his needs.\nWeek 7 – Let’s Talk About SEX: How to turn up the heat and have a great sex life\nWeek 8 – Kingdom Marriages: How to gain a fresh perspective and become great ambassadors \nDon’t settle for just surviving\, you can have a thriving\, joy-filled relationship. Join us for Closer and take the next step toward the marriage you’ve always hoped for. 💍 \n✨ Babysitting available! So you can be fully present.💬 Need financial help? Sponsorships are available\, just reach out and we’ll help you get there.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/closer-11-marriage-seminar-paarl/
LOCATION:Laerskool Courtrai (Reo Stoltz Centre)\, Paarl\, Western Cape\, 7646\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Closer Seminar
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SUMMARY:Fighting Shadows Seminar 1
DESCRIPTION:Fighting Shadows: Equipping Men to Become Fully Alive.\n \nJoin a brotherhood of men on a journey to fight life’s battles! \nOver 8 powerful weeks\, you’ll be equipped to face your struggles with courage\, faith\, and wisdom. You’ll rediscover your God-given strength and identity—and our prayer is that you’ll rise with renewed clarity and boldness. This course will challenge\, inspire\, and empower you to become the man you were made to be.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/fighting-shadows-seminar-1-4/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Fighting Shadows
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SUMMARY:XO Mom - Term 3
DESCRIPTION:XO Mom Term 3\nParenting with Grace\, Grit & a Dash of Extraordinary🗓 Starts 5 August 2025 | 📍 AGS Protea Conference Room\, Paarl(8-week journey | Tuesday evenings | 19:00–21:00) \nThe wild ride of motherhood wasn’t meant to be walked alone—and it certainly wasn’t meant to be survived without a little grace\, grit\, and community. \nOver 8 transformational weeks\, you’re invited into a space of real\, heart-centered conversation and practical wisdom to help you navigate motherhood with more confidence\, joy\, and connection. \n✨ What to Expect:\nThis isn’t your typical parenting course. It’s an invitation to grow—not just as a parent\, but as a woman. Together\, we’ll explore powerful tools and timeless truths to help you raise resilient\, faith-filled kids in today’s world\, while also nurturing your own heart along the way. \nThe experience includes:\n \n\nSoulful sessions that stir your heart and equip your hands\nMeaningful discussions on boundaries\, connection & raising confident kids\nPractical strategies for navigating tough topics like technology & sex\nA safe space for honest questions\, shared stories\, and lots of laughter\nEncouragement to embrace your unique motherhood journey with boldness & grace\n\nThis is your village. Your reset. Your reminder that you’ve got what it takes.\nWeekly Sessions:\nWeek 1: Family Matters — Home is Where You Matter MostWeek 2: Parenting Starts with You — Showing Up as Your Best SelfWeek 3: The Power of Connection — Building Attachment & Emotional SafetyWeek 4: Firm & Kind — Boundaries & Discipline that Shape with HeartWeek 5: Building a Strong Foundation — Raising Faith-Filled KidsWeek 6: Raising Digital Natives — Technology\, Sex & Safety in a Modern WorldWeek 7: Raising Resilient Kids — Nurturing Mental\, Emotional & Physical Well-beingWeek 8: It Takes a Village — Leaning into Community for Support & Strength \nCome as you are. Leave equipped\, encouraged & empowered.Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, curious\, or just craving connection—this is your space. Let’s navigate motherhood together—with grace\, grit\, and that dash of extraordinary. 💖 \n💬 Need a helping hand? Sponsorships are available—just reach out\, we’d love to make it possible for you to join.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/xo-mom-term-3-7/
LOCATION:AGS Paarl Protea Centre – Conference Room
CATEGORIES:XO Women
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250908T203000
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SUMMARY:Fighting Shadows Seminar 1
DESCRIPTION:Fighting Shadows: Equipping Men to Become Fully Alive.\n \nJoin a brotherhood of men on a journey to fight life’s battles! \nOver 8 powerful weeks\, you’ll be equipped to face your struggles with courage\, faith\, and wisdom. You’ll rediscover your God-given strength and identity—and our prayer is that you’ll rise with renewed clarity and boldness. This course will challenge\, inspire\, and empower you to become the man you were made to be.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/fighting-shadows-seminar-1-5/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Fighting Shadows
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SUMMARY:XO Mom - Term 3
DESCRIPTION:XO Mom Term 3\nParenting with Grace\, Grit & a Dash of Extraordinary🗓 Starts 5 August 2025 | 📍 AGS Protea Conference Room\, Paarl(8-week journey | Tuesday evenings | 19:00–21:00) \nThe wild ride of motherhood wasn’t meant to be walked alone—and it certainly wasn’t meant to be survived without a little grace\, grit\, and community. \nOver 8 transformational weeks\, you’re invited into a space of real\, heart-centered conversation and practical wisdom to help you navigate motherhood with more confidence\, joy\, and connection. \n✨ What to Expect:\nThis isn’t your typical parenting course. It’s an invitation to grow—not just as a parent\, but as a woman. Together\, we’ll explore powerful tools and timeless truths to help you raise resilient\, faith-filled kids in today’s world\, while also nurturing your own heart along the way. \nThe experience includes:\n \n\nSoulful sessions that stir your heart and equip your hands\nMeaningful discussions on boundaries\, connection & raising confident kids\nPractical strategies for navigating tough topics like technology & sex\nA safe space for honest questions\, shared stories\, and lots of laughter\nEncouragement to embrace your unique motherhood journey with boldness & grace\n\nThis is your village. Your reset. Your reminder that you’ve got what it takes.\nWeekly Sessions:\nWeek 1: Family Matters — Home is Where You Matter MostWeek 2: Parenting Starts with You — Showing Up as Your Best SelfWeek 3: The Power of Connection — Building Attachment & Emotional SafetyWeek 4: Firm & Kind — Boundaries & Discipline that Shape with HeartWeek 5: Building a Strong Foundation — Raising Faith-Filled KidsWeek 6: Raising Digital Natives — Technology\, Sex & Safety in a Modern WorldWeek 7: Raising Resilient Kids — Nurturing Mental\, Emotional & Physical Well-beingWeek 8: It Takes a Village — Leaning into Community for Support & Strength \nCome as you are. Leave equipped\, encouraged & empowered.Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, curious\, or just craving connection—this is your space. Let’s navigate motherhood together—with grace\, grit\, and that dash of extraordinary. 💖 \n💬 Need a helping hand? Sponsorships are available—just reach out\, we’d love to make it possible for you to join.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/xo-mom-term-3-8/
LOCATION:AGS Paarl Protea Centre – Conference Room
CATEGORIES:XO Women
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DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250915T203000
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SUMMARY:Fighting Shadows Seminar 1
DESCRIPTION:Fighting Shadows: Equipping Men to Become Fully Alive.\n \nJoin a brotherhood of men on a journey to fight life’s battles! \nOver 8 powerful weeks\, you’ll be equipped to face your struggles with courage\, faith\, and wisdom. You’ll rediscover your God-given strength and identity—and our prayer is that you’ll rise with renewed clarity and boldness. This course will challenge\, inspire\, and empower you to become the man you were made to be.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/fighting-shadows-seminar-1-6/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Fighting Shadows
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SUMMARY:XO Mom - Term 3
DESCRIPTION:XO Mom Term 3\nParenting with Grace\, Grit & a Dash of Extraordinary🗓 Starts 5 August 2025 | 📍 AGS Protea Conference Room\, Paarl(8-week journey | Tuesday evenings | 19:00–21:00) \nThe wild ride of motherhood wasn’t meant to be walked alone—and it certainly wasn’t meant to be survived without a little grace\, grit\, and community. \nOver 8 transformational weeks\, you’re invited into a space of real\, heart-centered conversation and practical wisdom to help you navigate motherhood with more confidence\, joy\, and connection. \n✨ What to Expect:\nThis isn’t your typical parenting course. It’s an invitation to grow—not just as a parent\, but as a woman. Together\, we’ll explore powerful tools and timeless truths to help you raise resilient\, faith-filled kids in today’s world\, while also nurturing your own heart along the way. \nThe experience includes:\n \n\nSoulful sessions that stir your heart and equip your hands\nMeaningful discussions on boundaries\, connection & raising confident kids\nPractical strategies for navigating tough topics like technology & sex\nA safe space for honest questions\, shared stories\, and lots of laughter\nEncouragement to embrace your unique motherhood journey with boldness & grace\n\nThis is your village. Your reset. Your reminder that you’ve got what it takes.\nWeekly Sessions:\nWeek 1: Family Matters — Home is Where You Matter MostWeek 2: Parenting Starts with You — Showing Up as Your Best SelfWeek 3: The Power of Connection — Building Attachment & Emotional SafetyWeek 4: Firm & Kind — Boundaries & Discipline that Shape with HeartWeek 5: Building a Strong Foundation — Raising Faith-Filled KidsWeek 6: Raising Digital Natives — Technology\, Sex & Safety in a Modern WorldWeek 7: Raising Resilient Kids — Nurturing Mental\, Emotional & Physical Well-beingWeek 8: It Takes a Village — Leaning into Community for Support & Strength \nCome as you are. Leave equipped\, encouraged & empowered.Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, curious\, or just craving connection—this is your space. Let’s navigate motherhood together—with grace\, grit\, and that dash of extraordinary. 💖 \n💬 Need a helping hand? Sponsorships are available—just reach out\, we’d love to make it possible for you to join.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/xo-mom-term-3-9/
LOCATION:AGS Paarl Protea Centre – Conference Room
CATEGORIES:XO Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250922T183000
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SUMMARY:Fighting Shadows Seminar 1
DESCRIPTION:Fighting Shadows: Equipping Men to Become Fully Alive.\n \nJoin a brotherhood of men on a journey to fight life’s battles! \nOver 8 powerful weeks\, you’ll be equipped to face your struggles with courage\, faith\, and wisdom. You’ll rediscover your God-given strength and identity—and our prayer is that you’ll rise with renewed clarity and boldness. This course will challenge\, inspire\, and empower you to become the man you were made to be.
URL:https://family-matters.org.za/event/fighting-shadows-seminar-1-7/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Fighting Shadows
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