Meet our Marriage Mentors

Austin and Harmony have been married since 2003 after participating in the young adults ministry at Central Christian Church.  Their dream has been raise a multigenerational Christian family that advances Gods kingdom.  To do this, they have committed to a lifelong process of learning and adapting to life’s many seasons.  They are currently focused on raising two teenagers and serve at the Crossing.   They believe a strong marriage is based on a shared commitment to God, honesty, and mutual love and respect.  Over the years they have strengthened their marriage through  conferences, books, and counseling, and they look forward to helping others do the same.  

Derek and Marlee have been married since 2019. They met in Prescott, AZ in 2016 where they both served at a summer  camp. Derek and Marlee relocated to Las Vegas in 2021 in order for Derek to serve at The Crossing and Marlee to practice medicine as a Physician Assistant. Derek and Marlee believe that teamwork and open communication is the key to building a healthy AND enjoyable marriage. While Derek serves as the primary marriage mentor, both Derek and Marlee love helping couples find the healthiest and best way for their relationship to flourish.

Jode and Andy's love story began in 1996 at Pepperdine University, where they learned the value of a supportive and nurturing community. Together, they've navigated challenging times within their family which has fostered a deep empathy and a passion for helping others through life's obstacles.
Now, with a family of three grown children and a beloved granddaughter, Jode and Andy's commitment to family shines through. Their shared love of travel, especially to Disney, keeps the spark alive in their relationship. While Jode takes the lead in marriage mentoring, they both prioritize a compassionate approach that fosters understanding and connection.

David and Karen exemplify the phrase that ‘opposites attract’ – which sparked their adventurous marriage journey 38 years ago.  While raising 4 children, building a career, and actively ministering through various non-profit organizations, they have learned to leverage their differences to strengthen their marriage and maximize their impact.   They have a deep joy in mentoring couples and have been teaching proven marriage principles for the past +10 years through ‘double dates’, small groups, retreats, and conferences.

Dan and Alissa, celebrating their 32nd wedding anniversary, have learned the profound importance of grace, sacrifice, service, and effective communication in their journey together. They married in Portland, Oregon, where they raised their son and daughter. Alissa is a dedicated Ceramics teacher at Valley High School, while Dan serves as the Recovery Pastor at The Crossing. Dan, as the primary marriage mentor, brings humor and wisdom to his mentoring approach, enriching lives with valuable life lessons.