Weekend Getaway Marriage Conference – Jasper, AB
Nov 21 - Nov 23, 2025
What is a Weekend Getaway?
The Weekend Getaway is a marriage conference uniquely designed to enrich your relationship. For most couples it’s a chance to reconnect, re-establish the foundation and rekindle romance. For others, it’s a fresh start. For some, it will be the weekend that saves a marriage.
Wherever you’re at in your relationship, this retreat is a weekend to remember. The atmosphere is relaxed and warm, even fun. You’ll hear from real couples doing real life together… God’s way. You’ll be given time to process what you’re learning, just between the two of you (there’s no group sharing expected). And together, you’ll make a plan for a marriage that lasts a lifetime. Learn More | View Testimonials | See All Locations
Registration Rates
(Hotel, meals, and parking not included)
$325/couple (Early Bird – until Nov 3)
$425/couple (Regular Rate)
$225/couple (Group Rate - Learn More)
Location
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
1 Old Lodge Rd, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0
Book Online or Call 1-800-441-1414 or 1-866-540-4454 to book your accommodations
Special Getaway Hotel Room Rate: Starts at $259/night + $30 resort fee
Room booking deadline – Oct 21
(After this date, rates are based on availability.)
Please mention “FamilyLife Weekend Getaway” at the time of booking.
*Subject to room type availability
Schedule
5:00pm | Registration Opens |
7:00-7:45 | More Beyond |
7:45-9:00 | Family Matters |
9:00-10:15 | Tell Me More (Communication) |
10:15-10:30 | Break |
10:30-12:00 | Oneness in Disguise (Conflict) |
12:00-1:30 | Lunch |
1:30-2:40 | Safe Harbour (Emotional Oneness) |
2:40-3:30 | Couples Project |
3:30-5:00 | The Four Seasons of Sex (Physical Oneness) |
Date Night |
9:00-9:15 | How Well Do You Know Your Mate? |
9:15-10:15 | The Heart of it All (Spiritual Oneness) |
10:15-10:30 | Break |
10:30-11:30 | 4 Things Your Spouse Wants You To Know |
11:30-11:50 | Break |
11:50-12:30 | Setting Sail – Where Do We Go From Here? |
Speakers
Randy & Donna Carter
Randy and Donna married so young in 1981 that they practically raised each other. Or rather, they tried. After 7 years of marriage, Donna was convinced of the futility of raising Randy and had their first daughter followed by another in 1992. Randy began his career in business but went into youth ministry in 1983. Today he’s a youth ministry consultant and speaker. Donna practiced Interior Design until the success of her first book propelled her into a career as a speaker and podcaster/radio host. They began speaking with FamilyLife in 2015 and love sharing their experiences and the stage together.
Braden & Kristen Hafner
Since their parents are friends and they grew up in the same church, Braden and Kristen joke that their marriage was arranged. But the truth is Kristen found Braden to have too much hockey hair for her liking. So Braden cut off his luscious locks and the rest is history. Kristen, a former high school science teacher, and Braden, an ordained pastor, have been married for 17 years and live in Edmonton. Together they are the Regional Directors of Alberta for FamilyLife Canada. They run Starting Marriage Strong, FamilyLife’s pre-marriage course, and Braden co-hosts Pure Victory Podcast helping individuals get free from porn.