Still Becoming One

Explore the challenges and rewards of pursuing sexual intimacy in marriage, addressing misconceptions and highlighting the importance of genuine emotional connections. Learn how to navigate obstacles, prioritize care, and nurture strong bonds through understanding and genuine pursuit.

Send us a textIsn't there more to marriage than premarital and divorce care? Don't you think there should be? We talk about our time in marriage ministry and give some suggestions on what the local church can do to overcome this glaring hole in the "big C" Church's care of marriages. Support the showStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries

Dissecting church teachings on sex within marriage, debunking harmful advice, and exploring desire in scripture. Normalizing and nurturing desire in relationships, redefining church's approach to premarital sex, and promoting healthy communication about sexuality in church communities.

Send us a textToo often, we hear tearful stories about how a church or pastor ignored the signs of abuse or even participated in the manipulation of Scripture to justify the abuse in marriage. In today's episode, we tackle this ugly side of how the church can miss abuse while they are trying to support marriages. We look at sexual abuse and manipulation, physical abuse,  spiritual abuse, and even discuss what emotional abuse looks like. Navigating the murky waters of marital abuse and the misuse of spiritual texts to justify control in relationships, we uncover the challenges and seek to offer a better way to actually support marriages! Support the showStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries

Send us a textWelcome back to Still Becoming One. As we launch into the exciting premiere of season three, we are launching into a series on what the church gets wrong about marriage. All too often we hear from people who have been hurt by their church when they try to get help for their relationship. We are going to look at why this is happening and what the church should be doing better. Join us and give us your thoughts on our social media!Support the showStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries

Send us a textAs the holiday season wraps us in its festive embrace, it also unwraps layers of emotions for many of us navigating the complexities of love and relationships. Our latest podcast peels back the intricate layers of the emotional challenges couples may face. We delve into the art of attunement, stressing the importance of tuning in to our partner's feelings, and share how embracing vulnerability and honest communication can be the ribbon that ties a relationship stronger amidst the holiday hustle.Moving deeper, we reflect on the multifaceted nature of accepting love. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of these themes, offering listeners a compass to guide them through the emotional terrain of giving and receiving love, wrapped up with practical strategies for appreciating the love that surrounds us – in all its imperfect glory.Support the showStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries

Exploring the profound impact of joy in life, distinguishing it from fleeting happiness. Choosing joy in adversity, finding humor in tough times, and fostering joy and love in relationships. Cultivating internal joy, seeking happiness from within. Embracing joy as a New Year's resolution and announcing a support group for unwanted sexual behavior.

Send us a textWe're here to unveil the truth about the festive season - it's not always filled with joy and happiness or peace, and that's perfectly fine. We invite you to journey with us as we pull back the curtain on our own experiences and challenges during this time and how we've learned to be authentic with our emotions. We dive deep into the real meaning of peace - it's not just tranquility and lack of stress, but a more profound sense of wholeness and completeness, or Shalom. We'll discuss how our past traumas can hinder our experience of true peace and why it's important to face our dark moments head-on. We'll also share our thoughts on how to find peace amid turmoil and loss and how you can redefine the concept of peace for yourself. This is a journey not to be missed!Support the showStill Becoming OneFacebookInstagramAldrich Ministries

The conversation dives into the emotional complexities of the Advent season, exploring themes of hope, joy, and love amidst struggle. Personal stories highlight the significance of family traditions and reconnecting through narratives like Jotham's Journey. It tackles the dual nature of hope, discussing its simultaneous role as a strength and a potential source of devastation in relationships. Listeners are urged to embrace the full spectrum of emotions during this season, fostering meaningful conversations about peace, joy, and connection.

Explore the nuances of being your partner's biggest fan in marriage, discussing gender differences, personality, and the core of support. Delve into the complexities of supporting and understanding your spouse, emphasizing mutual respect, empathy, and communication.