SPEAKING

Fred's passion is to help God's people understand and apply God's Word to their lives. All of Fred's speaking engagements reflect the authority of Scripture

Designed2bMine Marriage Seminars

With over 20 years of experience counseling marriages and 25 years of being married, Fred provides the biblical wisdom and practical instruction to help Christian marriages grow in truth & grace.

Communication
Conflict Resolution
Understanding Each Other's Differences
Sexual Intimacy
and more!

Fred is available for one-day or multiple day seminars, conferences, church retreats, men's breakfasts, or pulpit supply. Andrea is also available to join Fred in Marriage Retreats as well. Just ask!

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Designed 2b ONE Sexual Intimacy Seminars / Retreats

Fred & Andrea Jacoby take couples on a journey to restore and refresh their sexual intimacy. Physical Intimacy is rarely talked about in the church, leaving many couples frustrated by their differences and sexual dilemmas. Designed 2b ONE is all about increasing the physical intimacy between spouses:

A Quick(ie) Theology of Sex
The 5 Motives of Sexual Engagement
How to Talk About Sex with Your Spouse
Creative Connection: Tips for Spicy Intimacy
Heart Connection, Hip Connection
The Desire Dilemma
Overcoming Obstacles to Great Sex
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Fred & Andrea are available for 3-hr workshops, one-day or multiple day seminars, conferences, & church retreats.

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Mental & Spiritual Health / Wellness

It's extremely important for us to view our present mental health and wellness through the lens of Scripture. As a Christ-centered counselor, Fred shares how the understanding & application of God's Word helps us in the midst of these struggles:

Anxiety
Depression
Stress & Overwhelm
Addictions

Fred is available for workshops, one-day or multiple day seminars, conferences, church retreats, men's breakfasts or pulpit supply.

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1-3 Hour Workshops & Trainings

Fred is available to train lay counselors and small groups on a number of topics (listed above) as well as:

Designed2bOne - Sexual Intimacy (with Andrea Jacoby)
Biblical Counseling Methods
People Pleasing
Men's Health (depression, anxiety, "husbanding")
Mental Health
Designed2bDifferent (Personality Differences through a Biblical Lens)
Marital Communication
Resolving Conflicts
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Workshops work great for Christian camps, church discipleship ministries, men's (Fred) or women's (Andrea) breakfasts, counseling organizations, and other ministries!

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What People Are Saying...

"As the host Pastor, The Designed2BMine marriage seminar was an exceptional weekend for couples at any stage—whether newlyweds or seasoned veterans. Fred and Andrea delivered a Christ-centered approach to marriage, offering fresh, scripture-grounded insights on key topics. This seminar was a powerful reminder of God’s design for marriage and provided practical tools to strengthen relationships through faith and love. Highly recommended for couples seeking to deepen their connection and grow together in Christ." - Pastor Adam Crain, Cedar Crest Bible Fellowship Church

“Fred's focus on the heart and personal change as well as his examples and illustrations have helped me develop better focus on my marriage.”

Course Registrant

“The things I take away leave me with greater Godly wisdom and helps me reset my perspective when I really need it.”

Former Client

"Thanks again, Fred. We got many good reviews from those who attended the seminar.”

Pastor Joe Gandia - Beaumont Methodist Church

SCHEDULE

2023

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11/9-11 - Ocean Grove Camp, NJ - Marriage Retreat (with Andrea)

2024

2/17 - Rome, PA - 1-Day Marriage Seminar (with Andrea)
2/27 - Spruce Lake Retreat - Pastor & Spouse Retreat
4/7 - Cornerstone Church - Pulpit Supply
4/19-20 - Finger Lakes, NY - Victor Church - Marriage Retreat (with Andrea)
7/14 - St. John's Evan. Congr. Church - Pulpit Supply
8/4 - Cornerstone Community Church - Pulpit
11/2 - Cornerstone Community Church - Marriage Workshop (with Andrea)
11/9 - NEC Leadership Summit, Cortland, NY (with Andrea)
11/15-16 - Allentown, PA - Cedar Crest BFC - Designed2bMine Marriage Seminar
11/24 - Cornerstone Church - Pulpit Supply

2025

2/8 - Spruce Lake Couples Retreat Breakout Session
2/25 - Spruce Lake Pastor Spouse Retreat Breakout
3/15 - Waverly, NY - Marriage Seminar
7/6-11 - Spruce Lake Retreat Family Week
11/7-9 - Harvey Cedar's Couple Retreat