You guard our freedom and families. Let us help you guard your marriages.

We’re so glad to be offering this amazing marriage experience again this year! Join us on November 10-11, 2023 for a weekend getaway to remember. Our marriage experts, Dr. Bob & Jenni Paul, Jim Burns, as well as Aaron & Tricia Groves offer marriage coaching for those issues only first responders and military couples understand. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, hilarious comedian, and an overnight stay at a local West Des Moines hotel.

FAQS

It’s $50 per couple to register, what all does that include?

Your $50 registration is for you and your spouse. It includes: a dinner and entertainment from a comedian on Friday night, a hotel stay in West Des Moines, a lunch on Saturday from a local deli and professional marriage coaching on Saturday from Dr. Bob & Jenni Paul, Jim Burns, and Aaron & Tricia Groves. Snacks, drinks, and swag will also be provided.

Do I have to book my own hotel?

Yes. Impact Iowa’s Heroes has blocked off rooms at the following hotels in West Des Moines:

Hyatt Place, 295 S 64th St, 515-223-4001
Rewind Hotel, 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, 515-309-3900
Drury Inn & Suites, 5505 Mills Civic Pkwy, 515-457-9500

After submitting your registration, you will need to choose a hotel, call them, and tell them you are staying under the Impact Iowa’s Heroes block of rooms. You will also have to provide credit card information for them to hold on file for incidental charges. You WILL NOT be charged for your hotel stay, only incidentals.

Who are the speakers that will be coaching me in my marriage?

Dr. Bob and Jenni Paul have been married for over 40 years! Dr. Bob Paul serves as the Vice President of the Focus on the Family Marriage Institute and is the primary architect of the Hope Restored Marriage Intensive programs. He has authored and co-authored four books including The DNA of Relationships. Jenni is an accomplished artist and has a master’s degree in Intercultural Ministries from Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. You can learn more about them at focusonthefamily.com

Jim Burns is the president of HomeWord. He primarily writes and speaks on the values of HomeWord, which are: Strong Marriages, Confident Parents, Empowered Kids, and Healthy Leaders. More information can be found at homeword.com

Who is the comedian?

Kenn Kington has been doing comedy for decades! He is one of the most played comics on XM Radio and has a new special just released this year on Dry Bar Comedy -- Enjoying Chaos. His combination of award-winning humor with rare applicable wisdom and insights put him in a category all his own. kennkington.com

What do we do after the honoring ceremony and comedian on Friday night?

This year we have reserved seating and gaming areas at Smash Park in West Des Moines, 6625 Coachlight Dr. Our hope is that couples will go to Smash Park, or their hotels to connect and develop community with other Iowa Hero couples.

What do I do for breakfast on Saturday morning?

You can eat at your hotel (if they offer it), go to a local restaurant, or skip breakfast and wait for lunch.

When should I register for the Marriage Getaway event?

Right now! The earlier you sign up, the better grasp the Impact Iowa’s Heroes team has on how much food to order, how many t-shirts to order, etc. Plus, our hotel rooms are only blocked off until 30 days before the event (10/13/23).

I see this event is at Valley Church, is this a religious event?

No. Impact Iowa’s Heroes is a 501c3, educational non-profit organization. We are fortunate that Valley Church has opened its doors to allow us to use their facility at no cost. This cost savings allows Impact Iowa’s Heroes to provide more opportunities to serve you throughout the year.

The founders of Impact Iowa’s Heroes, Dr. Gary and Barb Rosberg, have provided space and opportunity to learn about things like faith and prayer in marriage in the past. It is their heart to continue to provide these opportunities, while considering your thoughts and beliefs, as well as, respecting the rules and regulations of the entities in which you serve. This year, as in the past years, there will be a brief optional gathering to learn more about how to grow in your marriage spiritually, again, this is completely optional for you to attend!

I see there is an honoring ceremony, who are we honoring?

Impact Iowa’s Heroes has reached out to numerous agencies and families this year in order to honor multiple heroes at our Marriage Getaway event. On Friday night, it is our mission to honor those that have given their life while serving as an Iowa Hero. We remember them and we honor them.

NOT SO SERIOUS FAQS

What should I bring to the event?

Your spouse, maybe another Iowa Hero couple, a coachable attitude, and a willingness to grow in your marriage.

What if my spouse doesn’t want to come?

Make them. Peer pressure from their co-workers always works well.

What should I wear?

Clothes. We hope this event provides a relaxed atmosphere for you to let down your walls, enjoy one another, and gives you space to build connection with your spouse. Whatever clothing works best for you to make this happen, wear it. But again, wear something.

I’m a firefighter, will I have to sit next to a police officer?

Not if you get there early and invite all of your firefighter friends to sit next to you.

I’m a police officer, will I have to sit next to a firefighter?

Possibly, but just remember they secretly want you there to keep them safe.

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