Marriage Refresh

March 13-14, 2026

“Walk in the way of love…” 
Ephesians 5:2

Whether you think of your marriage as a journey, an adventure, or a trek, there are seasons in marriage when we feel “in step” with one another and others where we find ourselves struggling to sync up.  

Based on concepts from family systems theory, attachment theory, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we will look at our patterns of relating, where we may find ourselves stuck, and the communication corrections that can get us back on track. In addition, there will be guided reflection opportunities to locate where God has us in our marriages and the direction He is inviting us to walk together. 

Registration fee is $75 per couple (scholarships available). Space is limited, so register soon!

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General Information

  • Samish Park is located at 673 N Lake Samish Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229.

    We will be meeting in the Day Lodge, located at the entrance to the park.

    There will also be opportunities during the day to walk on the trails, sit, and talk together as couples.

    Parking is limited, so please carpool!

  • Samish Park is located at 673 N Lake Samish Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229.

    Parking is limited, so please carpool!

    From I-5 Southbound
    Take I-5 Exit 246 for N Lake Samish.
    Turn Left onto North Lake Samish Drive and continue for about 1.5 miles.
    At the bridge make a sharp right into Lake Samish County Park. The parking area is to the right of the lodge.

    From I-5 Northbound
    Take I-5 Exit 242 for Nulle Rd.
    Turn Left onto Nulle Rd.
    Turn Right onto East Lake Samish Drive and continue for 2.5 miles.
    Turn Left onto North Lake Samish Drive and continue for 1.5 miles.
    At the bridge make a sharp right into Lake Samish County Park.

  • Friday:
    6:30 PM - Introductions, dessert, and worship
    7 - 8:30 PM - Session #1
    Optional late night gathering at a restaurant (TBA)

    Saturday:
    8:30 AM - Devotions
    9-11 AM - Session #2
    11 AM - 12 PM - Lunch
    12-2 PM - Session #3
    2-4 PM - Break (coffee, take a walk, etc)
    4-6 PM - Session #4

    Other meals are on your own to allow for one-on-one time.

  • Carlos and Dawn Taloyo have led several marriage retreats and enjoy combining their interests and expertise to share with others. Dawn is a pastor (and our associate superintendent) and Carlos is a marriage and family therapist.

  • Lodging is on your own. Commute from home or make it a special weekend by finding a hotel nearby!

  • Registration is $75 per couple. (Scholarships are available; request on registration form.)

    Space is limited! If you need to cancel your registration, please let us know by March 1, so we can offer your spots to another couple.

    The fee covers dessert on Friday night and lunch on Saturday, and helps pay for our speakers and the lodge rental.

  • We encourage you to bring:
    - a snack to share
    - lawn chairs or picnic basket
    - a mug or travel cup

    We will provide coffee, tea, and condiments throughout the day.

  • Contact Pastor Adria or Rachel Gulleson if you have questions or need more information.