Marriage
Helping couples Be the Church by building marriages that unveil the love of Christ
At Northstar, we believe that strong marriages are the foundation of a thriving church and community. We also believe that God was the original designer of marriage and still holds the market on the most fulfilling way to live it out. So, whether you are engaged, newly wed or have been together for decades, we want to help you take the next step towards a fruitful and abundant marriage.
Preparation
How we start a journey often determines where we end up, and marriage is no different. Whether you are searching for a spouse, engaged and preparing for a new life together, or newly married and laying a foundation, these early years of preparation are of vital importance.
Enrichment
There is no such thing as 'coasting' in a marriage. We are either pressing toward oneness together or drifting into isolation. Every marriage requires intentional attention and support along the way. Learning how to give and receive that help within our church community is incredibly impactful.
Restoration
We are imperfect people in a broken world, so when two of us say 'I do,' a degree of brokenness is bound to follow. The good news of Jesus isn’t just for the individual; it”s for the marriages too. God works to restore us personally so that our relationships can flourish and, in turn, breathe life back into our communities.
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Meet the Team
Don Hines
Minister of Family & Care
Don is from the Great Lakes state of Michigan. He moved to Virginia to continue his education at Virginia Beach Theological Seminary. He spent 10 years in church planting and 11 years as a missionary with Cru before joining the Northstar Team in 2025. He and his wife, Katrina, have been married since 2003 and have 4 kids (Kate, Claire, Elyse & William). Don is passionate about helping marriages and families unveil the love of Jesus and lifting people’s eyes to life with an eternal perspective. He loves all Michigan sports, the outdoors, and is a big fan of all things water (oceans, lakes, pools, you name it).