Why Sacred Covenant Marriage Institute Began
Sacred Covenant Marriage Institute, based in Georgia, is a premarital counseling and officiant practice created to close the gap between wedding planning and true marriage preparation—and we serve couples everywhere through our virtual programs. We welcome engaged and seriously committed couples into structured, judgment‑free conversations that address communication, finances, conflict, intimacy, and shared vision. Every program blends modern relationship science with covenant‑based values so couples gain clear insight, practical tools, and a plan for building a strong, resilient partnership.
Modern Support For Modern Couples
Busy schedules, distance, and blended family responsibilities should never keep couples from preparing well for marriage. Sacred Covenant Marriage Institute offers flexible options, including self paced online courses, 3 day intensives, 3 week guided programs, traditional multi session counseling, and virtual officiant consultations. Secure video sessions, digital resources, and online booking create an accessible experience that fits real life, while still delivering the depth, structure, and accountability needed for lasting growth together.
Built On Intentional Preparation
We believe strong marriages are not accidental, they are built through honest preparation, shared understanding, and ongoing learning. Every couple receives relationship assessments, guided exercises, and personalized action steps that turn meaningful conversations into daily habits. Whether this is a first marriage, a second marriage, or a blended family, our goal is to help you enter your covenant with clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for growing closer year after year.
Personalization
Every couple's plan reflects their unique story, culture, strengths, and goals.
Inclusivity
All backgrounds and beliefs are welcomed, respected, and thoughtfully supported.
Integrity
Evidence informed guidance, clear expectations, and ongoing support build lasting trust.
Meet Lisa
Founder and lead premarital counselor Lisa Grant Ellison guides Sacred Covenant Marriage Institute, which is based in Georgia but reaches couples everywhere through virtual counseling. With a calm, steady presence and a clear vision for strong, prepared marriages, she is an ordained minister, certified premarital counseling program developer, professional wedding officiant, and experienced curriculum designer with a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration. Lisa is also a notary public (commissioned in Georgia and Florida) and an active member of professional associations, including the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the National Association of Wedding Officiants.
Her work spans relationship education, couples workshops, and ceremony planning, which allows her to support couples both in the counseling room and at the altar. Lisa's style is structured yet warm, creating a safe, judgment free environment where couples can have honest conversations, practice new skills, and leave with clear, practical plans for daily life.