
About the Authors
Steve and Mary Prokopchak have been married for more than 40 years. Mary is a registered nurse and works with Steve in premarital counseling. Steve has a Master of Human Services degree and is a member of the Apostolic Council of DOVE Christian Fellowship International. The Prokopchaks have three adult children.
Testimonials
Mary and Steve are an incredible source of wise, Bible based and applicable information that can help you succeed in your marriage through their books Called Together and Staying Together.
Steve and Mary Prokopchak have faithfully served with us on our team for more than 37 years. Their books, training manuals and seminars have blessed countless leaders around the world. We highly recommend them to you!
Steve and Mary talk about the true God-intended mission and purpose for marriage in their books, Called Together and Staying Together.
Blogged Together
Steve Prokopchak regularly shares additional wisdom about faith, marriage, life, finances, kids and so much more via his personal blog. Get a peek at the six most recent entries here, or CLICK HERE to visit the full blog.
A White Dress
Posted on Friday March 28, 2025Her secret prayer to the Lord? A white dress. In her world, there was no opportunity for shopping because there was no income that would allow for it. But still ... Continue »A Message to the Newly Married or the Soon to Be Married
Posted on Thursday March 20, 2025In another two months my wife and I will be married for 50 years. I hope that counts for something. When we look back, it’s easy to identify multiple mistakes ... Continue »No One a Stranger Part II
Posted on Friday March 14, 2025I encountered some excellent feedback from last week’s blog about my random expressions to total strangers or happenstance meetings. Someone wrote and asked me for questions to take the conversation ... Continue »No One a Stranger
Posted on Friday March 07, 2025I like people and I like to engage them in conversation. I enjoy talking to neighbors, meeting new people, engaging store workers or waiters and waitresses. I ask questions – ... Continue »Is Marriage Christian?
Posted on Friday February 28, 2025Marriage is not Christian, per se; it is a creation act of God. Marriage was His idea from the beginning, as the cultures and religions of the world marry. But the evil ... Continue »Cotton Candy, A Medical Marvel
Posted on Friday February 21, 2025Did you know that cotton candy was invented by a dentist from Tennessee in 1897? William James Morrison graduated from dental school and not long after became president of the ... Continue »
Additional Works
Identity: The Distinctiveness of You
Find a clear process of discovering your destiny through discovering your identity, and read about the trap of emotional dependency, the prison of self, sexual brokenness, healing damaged identity, and building identity in the heart of a child.
Who I Am In Christ
Provoke biblical change from the inside out. Dozens of scriptures describe who you are in Christ with space provided to make a personal commitment. A handy tool that tucks right in a Bible for repeated reference.
Praying for My Spouse
Dozens of scriptures to help you pray for your wife or husband. Pray them daily and see God work in his or her life! This handy tool tucks right in a Bible for repeated reference.
Praying for My Children
Dozens of scriptures to help you pray for your children. Pray them daily and see God work in his or her life! This handy tool tucks right in a Bible for repeated reference.
Thinking Right in a World that Thinks Wrong
Did you ever stop to analyze the process of change; the when, the why, the how? Change is lifelong. There does not seem to be a beginning point or ending. Change is an ongoing process.If you desire to cling to your past, this booklet is not for you. If you want to change and move on in your Christian walk, then carefully work through this booklet as it analyzes and gives applicable scriptures with helpful illustrations about this process of change.
Be Angry And Sin Not
Do you make excuses for your anger? Have you ever made excuses for the anger of another? Or, perhaps you’ve been affected by an angry person in your life. If so, you’ll identify with Rob’s story in Be Angry and Sin Not. Rob and his family experienced anger first-hand and its devastating effects. If you struggle with anger, this booklet will give you Biblical insight into how to make changes or help someone else.
Recognizing Emotional Dependency
Do you have a difficult time relating to those who spiritually, emotionally and physically drain you? Do you personally find yourself attracted to relationships which you believe will satisfy your emotional needs? This booklet identifies and deals with emotionally dependent relationships. It defines and identifies emotional dependency, giving examples from people’s lives. Solutions and assignments help to further reveal how a person may be free of dependent relationships.
Counseling Basics
As Christian leaders, we are called upon to counsel. For too long, we have been reminded of our limitations. But what about the potential? II Corinthians 3:5,6 tells us, “Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. He has made us competent as ministers…” Be an effective people helper.
In Pursuit of Obedience
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the tremendous self-discipline it takes to do what is outlined in scripture? Does God set limits for us because He desires to control us or because He loves us? God’s love for us must be the foundation upon which we build our emotional, physical and spiritual health. Yet, how do we obey God when the limit is uncomfortable for us? Learn how God sets “love boundaries” for our lives.
Battle Cry for Your Marriage
With raw honesty four couples tackle issues of spiritual, emotional and sexual intimacy along with many other marital stresses. The authors reveal marriage lessons learned through years of experience and from counseling others. Join the battle cry for healthy marriages in this generation.
The Value of a Sabbatical
Are you feeling exhausted in your workplace? Overextended? Unmotivated? A sabbatical may be the solution. Within the pages of this book, you will learn the ins and outs of a sabbatical—a period of rest, renewal and re-firing.
The Biblical Role of Elders in Today’s Church
Discover how every member of the body of Christ is affected and empowered for ministry when elders give healthy oversight to the church. This biblical model communicates the family character of the church as teams of servant-leaders equip, protect and love the local church.