One Day. One Event. A Lifetime of Change for Your Blended Family.

Blended & Blessed 2025 is a one-day event designed to equip you with Biblical strategies, real-life tools, and expert advice to create a thriving blended family. April 5th, 2025 | Attend In-Person or via Livestream.

Imagine another year of unresolved tension, conflict, and stress in your home.
Without the right tools and guidance, these challenges can pull your marriage apart.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead you can experience…

Stronger Marriage

Learn how to deal with the pain in your marital relationship by getting out of ruts and facing your baggage.

Effective Parenting Strategies

Discover practical strategies to strengthen your parenting approach and build unity in your blended family.

Low Stress Co-Parenting

Establish healthy boundaries and communication strategies with ex-spouses, reducing conflict.

Here’s What People Have To Say About Blended & Blessed:

"It is the first time both of us have attended and it will be a huge help to us starting our blended family in June when we get married. Helpful to assess our expectations, work on communication, and set boundaries."

"It blew away our expectations, and this was our first event! Sessions were packed with so many wisdom nuggets that not only can be applied in a blended environment but also in life in general."

"I pray that this event has saved my marriage. I know that I am taking many "nuggets" to try and work on myself and pray my husband is as well so that we can have a better marriage and blended family.

It has helped our family tremendously and this event started a fire beneath us to do more. After today, we reached out to our pastor about starting a blended ministry!"

"It reminds me that I’m not alone and that a lot of what my spouse and I are experiencing and the kids are experiencing is normal in a blended family scenario. Even though we have some serious areas of issue, events like this and the other things FamilyLife Blended offers give me/us hope for the future and remind us to be patient when it feels so hard."

"My husband and I have led The Blended Family Ministry with another couple at our church for 9 years now. We are constantly being sought out for advice and support. The participants of our 8-week workshop crave more when finished. This was an excellent source of info for us and past participants. Always interested in new material to share with families."

Expert Speakers Give You Tools You’ve Never Had Before:

Gayla Grace

Ron & Nan Deal

Ron and Nan Deal

Ron and Nan are coauthors (with Terry & Sharon Hargrave) of the upcoming book The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself. This is their first book for all married couples (not just blended families).

Ron has three decades of experience in marriage and family ministry and is director of FamilyLife Blended®. He is the author of more than a dozen books and resources, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and host of the FamilyLife Blended® podcast. Nan retired from teaching after 25 years and currently works at Live Thankfully. Together, Ron and Nan volunteer with the ministry of While We’re Waiting, the Touch A Life Foundation, and present marriage seminars. They have three sons, a daughter-in-law, one grandson, and live in Little Rock, Arkansas with their Golden Retriever.

Gil and Brenda Stuart

Gil has his Master’s in Counseling and Brenda has her Life Coaching Certification. They have been working with couples for nearly 20 years and have learned that the combination of Counselor/Coach is very impactful. They deliver a fresh style of encouragement to this ever-growing population in society— the blended family. Willing to speak the obvious from their own stepfamily adventure, the Stuarts share heart-to-heart as they walk the walk.

Gil and Brenda are sought-after seminar/workshop and retreat speakers with a passion for encouraging marriages with a special focus on the stepfamily. They have been on many nationwide broadcasts including FamilyLife and Focus on the Family. They are sought-after speakers for conferences around the country and world.

Gil and Brenda Stuart live in Brush Prairie, Washington. They have 7 adult children between them and a growing number of grandchildren.

Mike and Kim Andersons

Mike & Kim jumped into blended family life back in 2001 after only dating for a short time.  They knew that roadblocks would pop up along the journey — but didn’t anticipate how challenging it would be!

They have experienced the joys of “blending” as well as deep valleys of pain and struggle.  Throughout their journey, they’ve looked to God for strength and relied on Him to uphold and sustain their marriage.

Today, Mike & Kim use their personal experience and professional training to educate, equip, and empower couples navigating the complex dynamics of blending.  They do that through the Blended Family Breakthrough Podcast, virtual couples coaching, and their Blending Together Online Community.

Mike & Kim reside in the Pacific Northwest and are grateful for their three beautiful children, Annika (29), Phoebe (22), and Jacob (20)

Cheryl Shumake

Ask Cheryl about her greatest adventure and she’ll tell you, “That I know and love Jesus and get to make Him known.” She is a Bible teacher, author, speaker, and founder of Stepmom Sanity; a Christ-centered, sister circle of support, providing help and hope for stepmoms who are “there” from stepmoms who’ve been there.

She has authored 4 books including her most recent, Waiting to Be Wanted, A Stepmom’s Guide to Loving Before Being Loved, and hosts the Stepmom Sanity podcast. Cheryl uses her skills, education, and training as a Master Coach to equip blended families, support women in spiritual formation, and mentor formerly sex-trafficked women in basic life skills.

Cheryl and her husband, Jonathan, make their home in Michigan and are frequently invaded by their 4 adult children and looking for food and hugs!

Gayla Grace

Gayla Grace serves on staff with FamilyLife Blended, a division of FamilyLife, is the founder of Stepparenting with Grace, and co-founder of Sisterhood of Stepmoms.

She is a writer, speaker, and coach on stepfamily life and is passionate about equipping blended families. She holds a master’s degree in Psychology and Counseling and is the author of Stepparenting With Grace: A Devotional for Blended Families and co-author of Quiet Moments for the Stepmom Soul and Unwrapping the Gift of Stepfamily Peace.

Gayla and her husband, Randy, have been married since 1995 in a “his, hers, and ours” family. She is the mom to three and stepmom to two young adults. Gayla and Randy are recent empty nesters and live in Conway, Arkansas.

Breakout Sessions

Blended Bit -
Gayla Grace

09:00AM

Got Baggage? How Pain Sabotages Love and Us-ness - Ron & Nan Deal

10:40AM

Pride & Humility: Inviting Opposition or Grace Into Your Relationships - Ron & Nan Deal

Q&A -
You Ask, We Answer

12:40PM

The Virtue of Self-Control - Ron & Nan Deal

Blended Bit -
Gayla Grace

02:00PM

A New Self in Parenting & Co-Parenting - Panel

* Live Event Schedule - Central Time

** Livestream utilizes DVR technology

Emotional pain from the past, co-parenting challenges, and parenting in a blended family may seem like a constant tug-of-war. The struggles are real, and without the right tools, they can overwhelm your home with conflict and disconnection.

But with God’s guidance and proven strategies, your marriage can experience peace, joy, and lasting unity. At Blended & Blessed 2025, we’ll show you how to address the unique challenges you’re facing—so you can finally build a home where everyone feels loved, supported, and valued.

Don't settle for 'just getting by' - when your marriage and family can thrive.

Join us for Blended & Blessed 2025 and take the first step toward transforming your blended family.

3 Ways To Experience Blended & Blessed 2025.

1. Live Event - Join Us In-Person

Experience Blended & Blessed live at Fellowship Bible Church in Franklin, TN, for just $20, including lunch. Join other couples face-to-face, and walk away with the tools to strengthen your blended family.

2. Church Livestream - Host Your Own Group

For $99, your church or small group can stream the event live and get access to exclusive bonus content from the past 7 years. Build community while learning strategies that help blended families thrive.

3. Home Livestream - Watch from the Comfort of Your Own Home

For $20, stream the entire event with your spouse or group of friends from home. Get all the expert advice, faith-based strategies, and inspiration without leaving your living room.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the live event take place?

The Blended & Blessed live event will take place on April 5th, 2025, at the following location:
Fellowship Bible Church
1725 Columbia Ave #100
Franklin, TN 37064
The church has plenty of free parking for guests.

Is lunch included with a live event registration?

Yes! Lunch is included with your registration. We will have gluten-free and vegetarian options for those with dietary restrictions. If these do not meet your needs, feel free to bring lunch or visit one of the nearby restaurants.

What is the address of the church?

Fellowship Bible Church
1725 Columbia Ave #100
Franklin, TN 37064

What is your cancellation policy?

Registrations may be canceled through Thursday, March 27th. After that, no cancellations will be issued.

What is included with a Church Livestream License?

The 2025 Full Digital All-Access Pass is included for free with a Church Livestream License. The pass includes this year's video content plus discussion questions. You may use the pass to host the event at a later date or use it within your small group. Additional content from the past 7 years, including bonus backstage interviews, is also included.

What is the cost to attend or host Blended & Blessed?

• Church or Community Livestream License: $99 to host your event of any size.
• Home Livestream License: $20 for personal use or to host a small group event in your home.
• Live Event Registration: $20 and includes lunch. Hosted at Fellowship Bible Church, Franklin, TN.

How can I modify my registration or request a refund?

If you need to modify your registration, log in from your confirmation email, or GO HERE and click “already registered” to access your account. You’ll need the confirmation number from your email.
Refunds are available only through Thursday, March 27th, 2025. After that date, no refunds will be issued due to licensing issues.

Can I register the day of the event?

Yes, you can register for the livestream the day of the event. Walk-up registrations are welcome at the live event.

If I am watching the livestream, how will I access Blended & Blessed on the day of the event?

You will receive an email on Friday, March 28th, 2025, with instructions on accessing the livestream event. A test video will be available to check your connection. If you can watch the video, you shouldn’t have any issues on the day of the event.

What is a Livestream event?

Livestream events are broadcast live around the world via the internet. Blended & Blessed uses DVR and Video on Demand technology to allow viewers in different time zones to watch at a convenient time.

Can I watch or host the event at a later date?

No, the event will not be offered again. However, you can view the livestream through May 5th.

• Church license holders will receive a free All-Access Digital Pass, allowing them to watch the messages from 2025 and host events at a later date.
• Home license users will not receive an All-Access Digital Pass but will be able to purchase one.

Don’t Wait. Your Family Is Worth It.

Reserve your spot for Blended & Blessed 2025 now and start creating the peaceful, joyful, faith-filled home you desire.