Marriage
Making marriage aspirational again. Strong families create strong communities.
The Role of Marriage in Reducing Poverty
A key pillar of Living Free is strengthening families, because strong families create strong communities. Research across multiple institutions has consistently shown that stable, two-parent households are associated with significant reductions in poverty and improved long-term outcomes for children and adults.
Higher Household Income
Married couples typically combine resources, share expenses, and benefit from dual earning potential. This creates greater financial stability and reduces the likelihood of falling into poverty.
Greater Economic Mobility
Children raised in married, two-parent homes are more likely to graduate from high school, pursue higher education, and achieve upward economic mobility.
Stronger Financial Resilience
Married households tend to build savings, accumulate assets, and weather financial setbacks more effectively than single-parent households.
Lower Risk of Long-Term Poverty
Studies have shown that individuals in stable marriages experience lower rates of long-term poverty compared to those in unstable or single-parent situations.
"Because the family is God's first institution, its health determines the health of the community. When marriages thrive, children flourish, neighborhoods stabilize, and hope is restored."
The Marry Me Seminar
A transformational event designed to strengthen marriages, restore families, and build healthier communities through Christ-centered teaching and practical relationship tools.
At a time when families across the nation face unprecedented pressures, the Marry Me Seminar calls communities back to God's first institution and equips couples and singles with the skills, vision, and support needed to build strong, lasting relationships.
Seminar Details
Location: The Hub at CenterPoint, 1520 Remount Rd., North Charleston SC 29406
Format: Full-day seminar with workshops, teaching, and community fellowship
Who: Married couples, engaged couples, and singles looking to build strong foundations
Key Themes
Policy Supports for Families
- Marriage-friendly tax structures
- Shared parenting as the default (50/50 custody)
- Programs helping fathers reconnect and stay engaged
- Community networks wrapping around families in crisis
Cultural Shifts
- Celebrating and normalizing two-parent households
- Restoring honor to fatherhood
- Rejecting narratives that trivialize family structure
- Teaching and modeling marriage before childbearing
Marriage Incentive Programs
Marriage Cruise
A celebration of commitment with fellowship on the open water.
Church Bootcamp
Intensive marriage-strengthening workshops through local congregations.
Marry Me Seminar
Christ-centered teaching and practical tools for lasting relationships.
Ready to Strengthen Your Family?
Contact us about upcoming seminars, or learn about our other programs.