Feb 11 Private Movie Preview of   THE ULTIMATE GIFT  with James Garner, Brian Dennehy, Bill Cobbs, and Lee Meriweather and others.at VA Center Commons sponsored by First Things First , Ukrop's, Equity Concepts, First Market Bank, COMCAST and other.   2 pm;  contact Betty  for information or to become a sponsor.  e-mail info   @firstthingsrichmond.org (no spaces) 288-3431 ext 11

Feb TBA and March 17    A Lasting Promise couples skills seminar based on PREP.  Call to have this hosted by your congregation or organization. 288-3431 ext 13

Jan 28 For Better or For Worse Couple's Skills at Bon Air Library Wednesdays 7-8pm starting Jan 24 from Chesterfield Prevention Services 748-1761 to register.

National Black Marriage Day March 25, 2007 Annually, the fourth Sunday in March In Richmond, First Things First is partnering with a coalition led by Adia Blackmon of Black Woman Press to Celebrate Marriage as part of the national Black Marriage Day. We will provide great research based programs with experienced African American presenters.  Registration information below.   Their Web site will be available soon.   Link here

Mar 31 Workshop for singles: “How to Avoid Marrying a Jerk or Jerkett”  With Kecia Fye and Bob & Dianne Ruthazer from First Things First. Learn practical skills for developing great relationships that will go the distance based on the new book and program by Dr. John Van Epp a Christian Marriage and Family Therapist and former pastor.  Learn to assess and pace your relationships and what you need to know in order to Avoid being stuck with or Marrying a Jerk!   (or Jerkett)   This location includes a  Bible Study. Who is it for: singles of all ages: older teens and parents who desire healthy marriages for their children will benefit greatly from this seminar. Sat. March 31 at 9 am –2:30 pm.   Cornerstone Assembly of God.   100551 Chalkley Rd Chesterfield. $30 each; Includes lunch.   Reserve by March 25 or earlier. Reservations call Betty 288-3431 ext-11 or info@firstthingsrichmond.org   Directions: http://www.cstoneag.org/ww_directions.shtml