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#175 - WHEN THE HONEYMOON’S OVER:
Making the Most of Your First Year of Marriage

David and Vera Mace, Abingdon Press  - $7.00

Studies show that the first year is most critical in determining whether a marriage will work. David and Vera Mace offer recently married couples solid, tested advice that can mean the difference between marital breakdown and a loving, enduring marriage. Every piece of advice in this book has been tested over an eight year period in programs that have already helped hundreds of newlyweds across the country. This book is specifically tailored for couples very recently married or soon to be married or remarried. Topics include: What Newlyweds Need to Know; Commitment to Mutual Growth and Change; Building a Companionship Marriage; Your First Year Together; Creative Use of Anger and Conflict; Sex; Money; and In-laws.

#005 - CLOSE COMPANIONS
The Marriage Enrichment Handbook

David R. Mace, A.C.M.E  - $12.00

Called by Dr. Sherod Miller both a "historic document and a contemporary statement that will provide perspective in the field of marriage and family enrichment for years to come." Dr. Mace's book is considered "The Handbook" on the subject. David Olsen calls this book "the best overview of the marriage enrichment movement and its rationale that I have ever read." The entire marriage enrichment movement is based on this manual. Required reading for leader certification.
 

#200 - SUCCESS IN MARRIAGE

David R. Mace,Abingdon Press - $3.00

This book, written in 1958, is a classic and a "must have" for every marriage enrichment library. David R. Mace offers down-to-earth advice for making the marriage relationship the rich and satisfying experience it was meant to be. Notes Dr. Paul Popenoe of the American Institute of Family Relations,"It comes to grips with the day-to-day problems of almost every married couple and gives practical help in dealing with those problems. It is exactly what almost every husband and wife needs."
 

#170 - WHAT'S HAPPENING TO CLERGY MARRIAGES?

David and Vera Mace, Abingdon Press - $6.00

Utilizing information from an intimate survey of numerous pastors and their spouses, David and Vera Mace reveal the striking rise in the number of clergy now seeking help for their marriages and offer some possible solutions to this unfortunate dilemma. Modern pastors are often placed in positions of great stress. They must strive to serve the church, while struggling to maintain close, loving marital relationships in a society where more and more marriages are ending in divorce. The Maces point out some of the specific areas where problems can arise -- high congregational expectations, the tyranny of time, the trauma of frequent moves, and the difficulty of making ends meet on a pastor's often meager paycheck. They then go inside the clergy marriage -- revealing the feelings of resentment and disillusionment that can inch their way into a relationship where the choice of priorities involves much more than just work and family.
 

#019 - Building Lasting Marriages: A Study Guide for Marriage Enrichment

Bobbye Wood, Britton Wood and Associates - $12.00

Nine study sessions with exercises for couples designed using ACME principles. By long-time ACME member and leader Dr. Bobbye Wood using lots of examples and humor from her marriage with Dr. Britton Wood. Bobbye and Britton were National ACME President Couple from 1994-1998.
 

#021 - Marriage Skills for Busy Couples

Wayne and Mary Sotile, RealTalk, Inc. - $15

Is your day-to-day routine wreaking havoc on your relationship? In this engaging, sanity-saving book, long-time ACME couple psychologist Wayne Sotile and marriage counselor Mary Sotile show couples how to lower stress levels and revitalize their relationships.Filled with lively, true stories and easy-to-do exercises.
 

#125 - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY ENRICHMENT: New Perspectives and Programs

Edited by Herbert A. Otto, Abingdon - $8.00

With the assistance of thirty professionals, Dr. Herbert Otto surveyed what is happening now in the marriage and family enrichment programs in the United States and Canada, and in this book he presents the methods and results of nineteen representative programs. His well-screened samplings of these various group encounter programs (both secular and religious), include invaluable case studies and their results. The contributors explain not only the procedures but also the philosophy behind the programs, and list the available resources. This is a must handbook of proven techniques for anyone involved in family or marriage growth. 

# 038 - THE FIVE LOVE LANGUAGES
How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

Dr. Gary Chapman - Book : #038 - $12.99

People express and receive love in different ways. Dr. Gary Chapman identifies these as the five languages of love: Quality Time, Words of Affirmation, Gifts, Acts of Service, Physical Touch. If you express love in a way your spouse doesn't understand, he or she won't realize you've expressed your love at all. Perhaps your husband needs to hear encouraging words, but you feel cooking a nice dinner will cheer him up. When he still feels down, you're puzzled. Or, maybe your wife craves time with you -- time away from the kids and television. The flowers you gave her just don't communicate that you care. Learn to speak and understand the unique languages of love and effectively express your love as well as feel truly loved in return.

#120 - LOVE AND ANGER IN MARRIAGE

David R. Mace, A.C.M.E. - $8.00

Anger is humanity's survival kit -a life-saving resource. It is an emotion that offers the raw material for growth and change. David Mace believes that anger can have positive functions. He calls his theory "management of anger" ° a way of dealing with the love-anger cycles all intimate relations go through, particularly the relationship of marriage. Mace shows that anger can help husbands and wives love and support each other as they grow in their relationship.
 

#093 - IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD
Readings for Christian Marriage

David and Vera Mace, The Westminster Press - $7.00

This outstanding marriage guide is based on Whom God Hath Joined by David Mace, which sold over 100,000 copies and was widely acclaimed as a resource for pastors and married couples as well. Following the same formula as its predecessor, In The Presence of God offers readings for one month, divided into brief chapters that include a biblical reference, quotations from a variety of sources, reflections on an aspect of married life, and a concluding prayer. Scriptural quotations are from the Good News Bible, and all prayers are phrased in contemporary language. In a fresh and understandable way, the authors set forth the essentials of a Christian marriage and guidelines for achieving a successful relationship. They help married or engaged couples grow in appreciation of their lives together. Good resource for ongoing marriage enrichment groups.
 

#004 - TALK TO ME
How to Create Positive, Loving Communication

Steven and Catherine Martin, Positive Publishing - $10.00

Talk to Me provides proven techniques and skills that will allow you to establish positive, loving communication in your relationships. You will discover how to get your partner to talk to you . . . how to take positive actions that bring more understanding, kindness, honesty, respect and love into your life . . . how to avoid fighting and keep your love alive . . . talk about difficult subjects, even under stress, and how to succeed. This book is recommended for everyone interested in enriching their relationships.
 

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