ABOUT US
Changing the culture of marriage.
Bringing together couples, churches, and leaders to strengthen marriages through practical support, mentorship, and shared resources.
A COLLABORATIVE MOVEMENT
The Central Coast Marriage Collective is a collaborative movement of churches, leaders, and couples working together to strengthen marriages.
Many churches want to prioritize marriage but lack the staffing, scale, or infrastructure to sustain it.
The Collective bridges that gap by providing shared resources, training, and events that any church can access.
Together, we’re building a network where couples can find help and churches can support marriages with confidence.
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Equip Churches
Build sustainable marriage ministries
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Support Couples
Provide real help for marriages at every stage
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Develop Leaders
Equip mentors to guide and support couples
What the Collective Provides
Real support for real marriages.
From immediate help to long-term pathways, the Collective makes it easier for couples to find support and for churches to walk alongside them.
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Find trusted resources right away and connect with real support within days.
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Date nights, gatherings, and an annual marriage conference that creates space to reconnect.
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Simple frameworks for premarital preparation, discipleship, and mentoring.
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Training and support for mentors and church leaders.
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Churches, counselors, and leaders working together instead of separately.
WHERE IT STARTED
After decades of pastoral ministry and marriage mentoring, Curt and Rhonda Hamner saw a pattern.
Churches wanted to support marriages but lacked the resources to sustain it. Couples were looking for help but didn’t know where to turn.
Rather than creating another isolated program, the vision became something bigger. A collective that would unite churches, strengthen leaders, and create clear pathways for couples.
That vision became the Central Coast Marriage Collective.
MEET CURT & RHONDA HAMNER
Curt and Rhonda have spent over four decades investing in marriages and more than 25 years in pastoral and marriage ministry.
Curt served as a pastor for 23 years before stepping into full-time marriage ministry. Together, they’ve coached, taught, and walked with couples across the country and internationally.
A GROWING REALIZATION
Through their work with churches, couples, and national marriage initiatives like the Community Marriage Initiative (CMI), they began to see a pattern.
Churches were eager to invest in marriages but often lacked the structure, staffing, or resources to sustain it. At the same time, couples needed help, but finding the right support wasn’t always clear or accessible.
Through their marriage ministry, Between Two Trees, they saw this play out again and again. What started as hands-on work with couples pointed to something larger. A connected, local movement that could equip churches and create clear pathways for couples across the region.
That vision became the Central Coast Marriage Collective.
TODAY’S VISION
Today, their focus is building a unified, sustainable approach to strengthening marriages.
They believe marriage is more than a relationship. It is a foundation for spiritual growth, family stability, and generational impact.
Our Board & Partners
A growing network of leaders, churches, and partners committed to strengthening marriages across the Central Coast.
Curt & Rhonda Hamner
Married 48 years, Curt and Rhonda have spent over 25 years pioneering marriage ministry initiatives. As founders of Central Coast Marriage Collective, they carry a deep passion to see marriages strengthened across the region. Their work reflects a lifelong commitment to building a lasting legacy of healthy, thriving relationships.
Ron & Cathy Midyett
Married 40 years, Ron and Cathy bring seasoned wisdom and steady leadership to CCMC. Ron serves as Treasurer and is a retired CFO from Dole Produce. Cathy mentors with The Master’s Program Women’s Ministry and leads a successful physical therapy practice. Together, they are committed to strengthening marriages through guidance and care.
Eric & Angela Czaja
Married 18 years, Eric and Angela are U.S. Army officers based at Fort San Luis Obispo. They oversee the GOAL (Grazing Open Air Lab) program, equipping military veterans for careers in agriculture after service. Passionate about marriage ministry, they lead the re|engage program at Atascadero, investing deeply in couples and community.
Erik & Michelle Lindgren
Married 13 years, Erik and Michelle are experienced leaders in re|engage and active members of Grace Bible Church. Michelle serves in Preschool Ministry, while Erik is a pilot with United Airlines. Together, they are dedicated to building strong, Christ-centered marriages in their church and beyond.
Todd & Shannon Rickenberger
Married 30 years, Todd and Shannon have faithfully invested in marriages for over two decades through mentoring in the Atascadero community. Todd is CEO of a regional irrigation company, and Shannon serves in leadership within an international agricultural business. Their shared passion is helping couples grow in lasting, healthy relationships.
Changing the Culture of Marriage
Healthy marriages don’t happen by accident.
They’re built with intention, support, and community.
Join us in building stronger marriages.