Merge is a premarital discipleship ministry designed for engaged and seriously dating couples. It's a chance to seek wisdom and receive counsel about marriage in a safe, fun, and authentic environment. Merge addresses common questions and challenges from a biblical perspective. Class dynamics include: large group teaching, small group discussion with mentors, and weekly homework. Couples who participate in pre-marital counseling experience an increase in marital fulfillment over those who do not. Merge prepares seriously dating and engaged couples for marriage by addressing common challenges from a biblical perspective. Classes include:
Whether you go to First Norfolk, attend another church, or don't go to church at all, you are welcome to attend. For Questions email: merge@firstnorfolk.org
8 lessons completed over 2–3 months. The next session of Re|engage begins on September 9, 2026.
Each week includes large group teaching (a mixture of video and live teaching), followed by small group discussions with trained mentors and personalized learning opportunities.
Designed for seriously dating or engaged couples, ages 18 and up. You do not have to be a member of First Norfolk, or any church, to register and participate in Merge.