Father's Cry · Marriage and family
Christian marriage counseling, in confidence and in your language
The Father's Cry Marriage Counseling Center helps marriages and homes in Pakistan and around the world. Talk in confidence with a trained Christian mentor in Urdu, Punjabi, English or your own language, by video, phone, messages or in person.
“And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers.” Malachi 4:6
How we can help
For couples, for engaged couples, and for one spouse who wants help even if the other is not ready.
Preparing for marriage
For engaged couples: faith, family, money and communication before the wedding.
Growing a good marriage
For couples who want to grow closer and stronger.
Crisis and restoration
When trust is broken, conflict never ends, or separation is near.
Fathering and parenting
The Father's Cry course for fathers, and help for parents of teenagers.
In-laws and extended family
Honouring parents while protecting the oneness of your marriage.
Couples living apart
When work abroad or distance keeps husband and wife apart.
How counseling works
Send your request
The form goes to the pastoral team only. Nothing you write appears on the prayer wall.
A pastor reads and prays
They contact you, usually within two days.
You are matched
With one trained mentor who shares your language where possible.
You meet
By video, phone, messages or in person. Most couples meet for several sessions.
The seven secrets of effective fathers
A strong marriage is the first gift a father gives his children. These seven secrets shape every Father's Cry course and every conversation in this center.
Commitment
Choose to be there for your wife and children, whatever it costs.
Knowing your child
Learn each child's gifts, fears, friends and struggles, and keep learning as they grow.
Consistency
Be the same person at home as in public, steady in mood, word and routine.
Protecting and providing
Guard your home from harm and meet its needs: spiritual, emotional and material.
Loving their mother
One of the best things a father can do for his children is to love and honour their mother.
Active listening
Listen to understand before you correct, and hear feelings as well as words.
Spiritual equipping
Lead your family in prayer, Scripture and worship, and live what you teach.
The seven secrets come from The Seven Secrets of Effective Fathers by Dr Ken R. Canfield of the National Center for Fathering, the curriculum Father's Cry teaches across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. In Pakistan, Pastor Nadeem Saleem serves as Father's Cry Master Trainer.
If you are not safe at home
If you or your children are in danger, contact your local emergency services first, or find a helpline at findahelpline.com. Counseling is not a substitute for safety.
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