Episode 112 – BTG Listener-Favorite Series: A past conversation with marriage coaches and speakers Kari and Derek Staaland (they also happen to be sister and brother-in-law to BTG Director, Angie Goetz) and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss biblical perspectives on conflict resolution, powerful communication tools and priorities within marriage, as well as the NUMBER ONE KEY to a successful marriage!

BTG Events & Resources:

  • 2026 Single Moms Retreat 
    • May 29-30, 2026
    • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
    • Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, and Amber Gerstmann (emcee)
    • Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities and Giveaways.
    • Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat.
  • 2026 Garden Coffee
    • Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages!
    • July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN.
    • Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund).
    • Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters.
    • No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community!
  • 2026 Thrive Conference
    • October 9-10, 2026
    • Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN)
    • Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee)
    • Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More!
    • Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating.
    • See All Ticket Types, and Register:
      • First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20
      • FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.)
  • BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity
    • Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions.
    • The 2026 BTG Missions Trips are now full.
    • Check back soon for details on our 2027 trip: mnbtg.org/trips.
  • 2027 BTG Leadership Conference
    • February 19-20
    • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
    • Featuring Lisa Seaton and more!
    • Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More! 
    • Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership.

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