YOU’RE BUILDING GOD’S FAMILY. WHO’S BUILDING YOURS?
YOU’RE BUILDING GOD’S FAMILY. WHO’S BUILDING YOURS?
COMMUNITY
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COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY
COACHING
COACHING
COACHING
COMMITMENT
COMMITMENT
COMMITMENT
This is for all full-time ministry couples. Period.
Exclusively for Lead Pastors, Executive Pastors, Worship and Creative, Next Gen and Family, Discipleship, Care, Campus Pastors, Operations and Administration, Mission and Outreach staff.
As church leaders you have a lot on your shoulders and the weight of ministry can sometimes be unbearable: public expectations, unpredictable hours, constant Sunday, and a calling you love. We help you protect your covenant while you carry your call.
WE HAVE A PASSION FOR LEADERS
WE HAVE A PASSION FOR LEADERS
WE HAVE A PASSION FOR LEADERS
Real Stats. Real Solutions.
Our passion is to help create a safe space where we can lean into the hard questions with practical sustainable solutions.
Pastors Facing Ministry Burnout
In late 2023, one in three U.S. pastors reported they had considered quitting full-time ministry due to stress, pressure, and emotional exhaustion.
Loneliness in Church Leadership
65% of pastors feel lonely or isolated, and only 49% say they feel well-supported, revealing a deep need for community and relational care in ministry.
Marriage Strain Among Pastors’ Spouses
46% of ministry spouses say it is difficult to find time for their marriage, highlighting the hidden relational cost of serving the Church.
Congregational Demands Impacting Families
59% of pastors report that congregational expectations interfere with family free time, affecting rest, relationships, and long-term health.
OUR APPROACH
OUR APPROACH
OUR APPROACH
We give simple tools that work in busy, high-visibility, people-heavy roles.
LOVE +
Shared vision, clear roles, honest needs, repair skills that turn conflict into connection.
LOVE +
Shared vision, clear roles, honest needs, repair skills that turn conflict into connection.
LOVE +
Shared vision, clear roles, honest needs, repair skills that turn conflict into connection.
LAUGHTER +
Weekly rhythms, communication habits, playful rituals that keep friendship central.
LAUGHTER +
Weekly rhythms, communication habits, playful rituals that keep friendship central.
LAUGHTER +
Weekly rhythms, communication habits, playful rituals that keep friendship central.
LONGEVITY +
Boundaries, sabbath, recovery practices, and a one-year growth plan that actually fits a ministry calendar.
LONGEVITY +
Boundaries, sabbath, recovery practices, and a one-year growth plan that actually fits a ministry calendar.
LONGEVITY +
Boundaries, sabbath, recovery practices, and a one-year growth plan that actually fits a ministry calendar.
What's Inside the Community?
Monthly
Yearly
$197
monthly
Join today
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COMMUNITY
2 Live Marriage Sessions Every Month with coaching, practice, and real-time support
Full BMU Course Library Access - videos, worksheets, templates, and tools
Private Couples Coaching Options tailored to your ministry role & season
90-Day Marriage Playbook customized for your ministry calendar
Leadership + Marriage Tools (boundaries, communication, conflict-to-connection, money & marriage mini-lab)
Sabbatical Planning — support for your family, spouse roundtables, and emergency triage access
Monthly
Yearly
$197
monthly
Join today
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COMMUNITY
2 Live Marriage Sessions Every Month with coaching, practice, and real-time support
Full BMU Course Library Access - videos, worksheets, templates, and tools
Private Couples Coaching Options tailored to your ministry role & season
90-Day Marriage Playbook customized for your ministry calendar
Leadership + Marriage Tools (boundaries, communication, conflict-to-connection, money & marriage mini-lab)
Sabbatical Planning — support for your family, spouse roundtables, and emergency triage access
Monthly
Yearly
$197
monthly
Join today
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COMMUNITY
2 Live Marriage Sessions Every Month with coaching, practice, and real-time support
Full BMU Course Library Access - videos, worksheets, templates, and tools
Private Couples Coaching Options tailored to your ministry role & season
90-Day Marriage Playbook customized for your ministry calendar
Leadership + Marriage Tools (boundaries, communication, conflict-to-connection, money & marriage mini-lab)
Sabbatical Planning — support for your family, spouse roundtables, and emergency triage access
THE 2-DAY INTENSIVE
THE 2-DAY INTENSIVE
THE 2-DAY INTENSIVE
BMU Marriage Soulscape
BMU Marriage Soulscape
BMU Marriage Soulscape
Ministry is heavy. Marriage shouldn’t have to be.
The BMU 2-Day Marriage Intensive is a focused, restorative experience designed to help pastoral and ministry couples reconnect, reset, and rebuild with clarity and practical tools.
Immediate breakthrough in communication
Couples gain clarity and language to address long-standing tensions, helping them reconnect without shame, defensiveness, or emotional shutdown.
Immediate breakthrough in communication
Couples gain clarity and language to address long-standing tensions, helping them reconnect without shame, defensiveness, or emotional shutdown.
Immediate breakthrough in communication
Couples gain clarity and language to address long-standing tensions, helping them reconnect without shame, defensiveness, or emotional shutdown.
Restored emotional and spiritual connection
Ministry fatigue, burnout, and spiritual distance are addressed head-on, creating space for couples to reconnect with God and each other.
Restored emotional and spiritual connection
Ministry fatigue, burnout, and spiritual distance are addressed head-on, creating space for couples to reconnect with God and each other.
Restored emotional and spiritual connection
Ministry fatigue, burnout, and spiritual distance are addressed head-on, creating space for couples to reconnect with God and each other.
A practical plan for long-term health
Every couple leaves with a custom Marriage & Family Action Plan built around their ministry load, rhythms, needs, and vision.
A practical plan for long-term health
Every couple leaves with a custom Marriage & Family Action Plan built around their ministry load, rhythms, needs, and vision.
A practical plan for long-term health
Every couple leaves with a custom Marriage & Family Action Plan built around their ministry load, rhythms, needs, and vision.
What's Included?
A protected space for ministry couples to be honest and seen – Coaching through emotional pain, spiritual drift, and communication barriers – A practical re-engagement plan for your marriage and family – Labs focused on rebuilding connection, empathy, and forgiveness – A ministry health assessment for couples discerning next steps
What's Included?
A protected space for ministry couples to be honest and seen – Coaching through emotional pain, spiritual drift, and communication barriers – A practical re-engagement plan for your marriage and family – Labs focused on rebuilding connection, empathy, and forgiveness – A ministry health assessment for couples discerning next steps
What's Included?
A protected space for ministry couples to be honest and seen – Coaching through emotional pain, spiritual drift, and communication barriers – A practical re-engagement plan for your marriage and family – Labs focused on rebuilding connection, empathy, and forgiveness – A ministry health assessment for couples discerning next steps
Jimmy and Irene’s honesty changed our marriage and church. Better Marriage University is truly essential.
Kenny & Tasha Leonard
Lead Pastors of Purpose Place
Jimmy and Irene turned their scars into wisdom. Better Marriage University will strengthen any marriage.
Travis & Jackie Greene
Lead Pastors of Forward City
We’ve seen Jimmy and Irene live this out. Better Marriage University will help couples everywhere.
Stephen & Zai Chandler
Lead Pastors of Union Church
Better Marriage University shows couples how to become true teammates and enjoy a deeper marriage.
Jennie & Levi Lusko
Lead Pastors at Fresh Life Church
The tools Jimmy and Irene gave us transformed our connection. Better Marriage University carries that same impact.
Manny & Tia Arango
Lead Pastors at The Garden Church
Jimmy and Irene inspire marriages everywhere. Better Marriage University helps relationships truly thrive.
Daniel & Tamie Floyd
Lead Pastors at Gateway Church
Jimmy and Irene’s honesty changed our marriage and church. Better Marriage University is truly essential.
Kenny & Tasha Leonard
Lead Pastors of Purpose Place
Jimmy and Irene turned their scars into wisdom. Better Marriage University will strengthen any marriage.
Travis & Jackie Greene
Lead Pastors of Forward City
We’ve seen Jimmy and Irene live this out. Better Marriage University will help couples everywhere.
Stephen & Zai Chandler
Lead Pastors of Union Church
Better Marriage University shows couples how to become true teammates and enjoy a deeper marriage.
Jennie & Levi Lusko
Lead Pastors at Fresh Life Church
The tools Jimmy and Irene gave us transformed our connection. Better Marriage University carries that same impact.
Manny & Tia Arango
Lead Pastors at The Garden Church
Jimmy and Irene inspire marriages everywhere. Better Marriage University helps relationships truly thrive.
Daniel & Tamie Floyd
Lead Pastors at Gateway Church
Jimmy and Irene’s honesty changed our marriage and church. Better Marriage University is truly essential.
Kenny & Tasha Leonard
Lead Pastors of Purpose Place
Jimmy and Irene turned their scars into wisdom. Better Marriage University will strengthen any marriage.
Travis & Jackie Greene
Lead Pastors of Forward City
We’ve seen Jimmy and Irene live this out. Better Marriage University will help couples everywhere.
Stephen & Zai Chandler
Lead Pastors of Union Church
Better Marriage University shows couples how to become true teammates and enjoy a deeper marriage.
Jennie & Levi Lusko
Lead Pastors at Fresh Life Church
The tools Jimmy and Irene gave us transformed our connection. Better Marriage University carries that same impact.
Manny & Tia Arango
Lead Pastors at The Garden Church
Jimmy and Irene inspire marriages everywhere. Better Marriage University helps relationships truly thrive.
Daniel & Tamie Floyd
Lead Pastors at Gateway Church
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Better Marriage University (BMU) for?
Who is Better Marriage University (BMU) for?
Who is Better Marriage University (BMU) for?
What does the $197/month membership include?
What does the $197/month membership include?
What does the $197/month membership include?
What if we’re already in counseling or another marriage program?
What if we’re already in counseling or another marriage program?
What if we’re already in counseling or another marriage program?
How is this different from traditional marriage counseling?
How is this different from traditional marriage counseling?
How is this different from traditional marriage counseling?
Is this for couples in crisis or couples doing well?
Is this for couples in crisis or couples doing well?
Is this for couples in crisis or couples doing well?
Can I join alone if my spouse isn’t ready?
Can I join alone if my spouse isn’t ready?
Can I join alone if my spouse isn’t ready?
How do the private coaching sessions work?
How do the private coaching sessions work?
How do the private coaching sessions work?
Is there a contract or long-term commitment?
Is there a contract or long-term commitment?
Is there a contract or long-term commitment?
Do you offer support for churches that want to sponsor leaders?
Do you offer support for churches that want to sponsor leaders?
Do you offer support for churches that want to sponsor leaders?
How do we get started?
How do we get started?
How do we get started?
If you have any additional questions about how Better Marriage University works you can always reach out to:
better@bettermarriageuniversity.com