Frequently Asked Conference Questions - 4/19/07

[Smartmarriages]

- "IN CONJUNCTION WITH" INSTITUTES
- WED NIGHT BANQUET MISTAKE
- ROOMMATES 
- ORDERING CONFERENCE RECORDINGS
- CE WITH SPOUSE RATE?
- LUNCH TOPIC TABLES
- FREE FAMILY MINISTRY CONSULTS

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- "IN CONJUNCTION WITH" INSTITUTES

> One question I haven't seen an answer to...will the Catholic's be doing
> their conference/exhibits in conjunction with ours again this year?
> 
> Thanks for the reminder on the hotel reservations.  I cancelled an associates'
> reservations who is not coming, but forgot to adjust our dates!
> S.

Yes, the Catholics, LDS, and Colorado Healthy Marriage Initiative will all
meet in conjunction with Smart Marriages.  See the institute page for
descriptions of each - #114, 115, and 120.
http://www.smartmarriages.com/institutes.html

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- WED NIGHT BANQUET MISTAKE
> Diane, 
> On one page you say the Wed night banquet, "The Marriage Course" begins at
> 6pm.  Another place it says it begins at 6:30pm.  I'm attending a Thursday
> Institute and will arrive early to attend this banquet but the half hour makes
> a difference in which flight I will book.
> Carl

Whoops!  The correct time is 6:30pm. And, I commend your decision. In fact,
I just told a reporter I especially wanted her to see this program because
it so ideally represents our mission - a marriage skills program taught by
mentor couples that is very affordable and very popular.  The classes fill
themselves through word-of-mouth endorsements from satisfied couples. It
works like a date night and men love it. It's a teach-out-of-the-box kit (no
training required) and works in any faith or setting.  AND, Nicky and Sila
Lee are GREAT presenters.  And, the food at the Adams Mark is exceptional.
What more can I say!?  I hope you can get a flight that works.  You should
plan an hour to get from airport to the hotel by shuttle bus. We'll mail
badges in advance so you don't need to worry about checking in at
registration desk.  Just come straight to the Grand Ballroom. If anyone
wants to add this Wed, June 27, 6:30pm banquet to their registration, just
call 800-314-1921 ext 22.  - diane

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- ROOMMATES 
Save money, gain a "conference buddy" and make a new "Smart Marriages" pal.
People like this so much that they tend to room together each year.   If
you'd like to find a roommate, check info here:
http://www.smartmarriages.com/roommates.html

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- ORDERING CONFERENCE RECORDINGS

> How can I order the CD ³How can I forgive you?²
> Nicole 

I'm not sure if you are asking about the recording from upcoming conference
workshop in Denver or a recording from a past conference.

> #756-208 - Denver, June 29, 2007
> Infidelity and Forgiveness
> Janis Abrahms Spring, PhD
> It takes two. Teach partners the intimate dance of taking responsibility,
> experiencing heartfelt apology, letting go of pain, and learning the lessons
> that will help them repair and grow.

> #755-201
> How Can I Forgive You? - Dallas, 2005
> Janis Abrahms Spring, PhD
> How do you forgive someone who is unapologetic ­- or dead? Learn the steps to
> rise above the violation, repair hurt and hate and consider forgiving a
> spouse, parent, child, friend or lover.

Order the recordings at the Denver Conference OR call 800-241-7785 or visit
http://www.iplaybacksmartmarriages.com   The Denver recording will be
available for purchase at the conference or for shipment immediately
following the conference. -diane

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- CE WITH SPOUSE RATE?

> Diane,
> I have been to several SM Conferences in the past.  I am looking forward to
> coming back this time and bringing my wife and family with me (combining a
> little vacation time with the conference if we can make it work)!
>  
> Here¹s the Q: my wife is also a professional counselor and needs continuing
> education credits for her license as well.  Can she pay the spouse rate and
> still get the CE credits?
> Don 
> Marriage Care Minister

Yes, everyone that registers - regular rate, spouse rate, student rate,
group rate - can earn CE.  Up to 69 hrs for psychologists, counselors,
social workers, MFTs, CFLEs.  For the first time this year, there is no
additional fee for CE certificates AND you do the whole process on-line:
evaluate the conference and print your certificate.  No waiting for the
mail.  The ON-LINE evaluation form will be available July 1 - 31st at
www.smartmarriages.com

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- LUNCH TOPIC TABLES

We'll sit by region at Fri and Sun lunches, but by topics on Sat.  Check the
list below of those listed so far, and send me any you'd like to host.
- diane 

Family Ministry 
School/Youth
Singles 
Stepfamilies
Marital Sex
Infidelity  
ACF
African American 
Hispanic
Refugees
Asian 
Marriage-Friendly Therapist Registry
CFLE
Premarital
Medical Setting
United Methodists 
Episcopalians 
Community Healthy Marriage Initiatives

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- FREE FAMILY MINISTRY CONSULTS
Rick Marks is offering to do FREE private consultations at the Denver
conference with anyone who is trying to sort through the overwhelming number
of programs and figure out how to start a Marriage Ministry in their
congregation or community.  Rick has attended every Smart Marriages
Conference and presented a very highly-rated keynote on "Continuum of Care"
- providing marriage education services from youth to engaged to newlyweds
to couples struggling and on brink of divorce.  He is a trained instructor
in most of the marriage education programs, a minister and PhD, and says he
simply enjoys helping others find their way.  You can find him at the
"Family Ministry" roundtables which he'll host Thurs, Fri, and Sat mornings
at 7:30am or contact him at Rick Marks <cpairs at bellsouth.net> or at
904-219-2683.  He might even help you make registration decisions in
advance.  - diane 

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11th Annual Smart Marriages Conference, Denver Adam's Mark Hotel,
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