Marriage & Family Support

Ministry Update

Dave and Audrey Stevens

Please be informed that Dave Stevens - Counseling and Family Minister at McDermott Road - will be out of the office and unavailable until further notice.

This absence is necessary in order to allow Dave to address ongoing health issues. Please know Dave and Audrey will appreciate your prayers, notes, and cards.

Considering numerous members have accessed Dave’s assistance over the years and the importance we place on supporting our marriages and families, we are identifying other potential counseling resources that our members may wish to consider. Please contact Quentin Mimms or Bentley Alexander if you have questions or need information on alternative counseling resources.

Counseling Services

McDermott Road partners with CounselingWorks, a counseling program of ChristianWorks, to connect individuals and families with professional counseling services.

Learn more about ChristianWorks by watching this introductory video.

A referral from McDermott Road is required to access counseling through our church’s partnership. Counseling services are provided by CounselingWorks.

Click here to request a referral.

Strengthening Your Marriage

Every marriage faces challenges, from everyday misunderstandings to unexpected life events. With care and commitment, couples can grow through these challenges and build a joyful, emotionally healthy, God-honoring marriage.

United Marriage

God intended for married couples to enjoy very special blessings. Through United , you and your spouse learn how to make your marriage all that God wants it to be. Over nine weeks, this enlightening course takes couples through a series of life lessons in Scripture to explore the spiritual and emotional elements of a lasting, loving relationship.

Dynamic Marriage

Dynamic Marriage helps you and your spouse better understand each other’s emotional needs and build a stronger relationship. Based on the “Love Bank” model from His Needs, Her Needs by Dr. Willard Harley, this interactive course explores how communication and everyday behaviors affect your marriage. Couples learn practical ways to address conflict, replace harmful habits, and meet each other’s needs while developing a deeper, more loving connection.

Support Through Life’s Challenges

Seasons of loss, separation, and caregiving can bring challenges that are difficult to face alone. We offer encouragement, practical support, and caring connections to help you navigate these experiences with hope.

DivorceCare

Going through the pain of separation or divorce can seem overwhelming. In DivorceCare, we want to help.

DivorceCare is a caring group of people who will walk alongside you as you learn not only how to survive, but also how to grow from this difficult experience. We provide 13 weekly sessions of Bible-based video instruction with nationally recognized counselors and ministers, followed by group discussion.

For more information call 972-712-2727 or email DivorceCare. Childcare is provided upon request.

Prayer Request

Whatever you or your family are facing, we would be happy to pray for you. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, seeking guidance, or carrying an everyday concern, we invite you to share your prayer request.