Long Haul Marriage
Long Haul Marriage Ministry is dedicated to helping couples navigate the ups and downs of marriage, and equipping them with practical resources to build strong, healthy marriages that will last a lifetime, leaving a legacy for generations to come.
About Us
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Brian and Jamie Hackney, co-founders of Long Haul Marriage, believe that God's greatest gift, and the one that they treasure above all else, is family. Their value system, and priority of investing in their marriage and their family was born out of tremendous pain and adversity.
Having gone through significant marriage challenges, from destructive behaviors in those early years due to unhealed wounds, to the devastating and debilitating loss of a child, they can relate to the dark nights of the soul, and know first hand what it feels like to be helpless, hopeless, and in life-crushing despair.
Through counseling and doing the tough interior work, Brian and Jamie have continuously allowed God to heal their brokenness, transforming their pain into their greatest asset...their reliance on His amazing grace, learning not just to survive, but to THRIVE in their marriage. They are incredibly thankful that they never gave up, and are extremely proud of the legacy that they have built.
Who We Are
Married for 35 years, with 3 adult children, and 4 grandchildren, Brian and Jamie are passionate about helping couples by offering support, practical tools, wisdom, and guidance. Having counseled over 3000 couples over the last 25 years, Brian and Jamie are as committed as ever to helping couples build strong foundations that will help their marriage last for the Long Haul. Brian and Jamie are AACC Certified Mental Health Coaches, Certified Prepare/Enrich Premarital Coaches, and XO Marriage Certified Intensive Marriage Mediators.
Aurora Meadow Wedding Venue
We are excited to host your wedding or vow renewal in our intimate backyard setting in beautiful Aurora, Texas!
This is the perfect space for weddings of 75-100 people. (115 max)
Aurora Meadow is a charming outdoor wedding space nestled in our backyard—a serene meadow tucked beneath a canopy of trees, strung with romantic twinkle lights. We provide the setting, and you bring your vision to life with your own wedding planner and chosen vendors, creating the celebration of your dreams.
While the space is yours to make uniquely your own, we’re here with a personal touch—offering guidance, sharing preferred vendors, and helping in any way we can to ensure your day feels special, memorable, and true to you.
In addition, we also offer premarital counseling and wedding officiant services. For details and pricing, please visit our Services
Brian's Book
What began as a personal tribute from a husband and father has become a deeply moving testament to the transforming power of love, faith, and grace.
In this heartfelt work, Brian Hackney shares an intimate portrait of his wife, Jamie—a woman whose life radiates divine love in every word, every act, every breath. Through tender reflections and unflinching honesty, he reveals how her unwavering compassion became a living reflection of God’s own heart, reshaping his faith and deepening his understanding of what it means to truly love.
Written first for his children—and ultimately for anyone longing for hope—this book invites readers into a story of spiritual discovery, relational devotion, and divine mystery. It’s a story about seeing God in another human being, about dying to self so that love can live, and about finding light even in the shadows of confusion and loss.
Whether you are a husband or wife, parent or child, believer or seeker, A Testament to My Wife offers something universal: a reminder that the love we give and receive here on earth can be the clearest glimpse of heaven we’ll ever know.
Book Jamie to Speak
Jamie Hackney
Authentic hope for women in every season of life.
I know what it is to struggle as a woman, wife, mom, daughter and friend and I love nothing more than connecting with other women and sharing my heart and hope with them through women’s conferences, retreats, ministry events, company gatherings, and special events- and I’d love the opportunity to encourage the women in your community.
My heart when I speak is simple: to offer authentic hope.
I want women to leave feeling seen, strengthened, inspired, and reminded that no matter what season they’re in, God is not finished writing their story.
A Little About Me
I’ve been married to my sweetheart, Brian, for 37 years. Together, we’ve raised three incredible adult children and are now soaking up every minute with our four precious grandchildren.
We’re in that “empty nester-ish” season, learning to slow down, savor the quiet, and enjoy the beautiful legacy God has written through our family.
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After 26 years of founding and helping lead a church, Brian and I stepped into a new season and launched Long Haul Marriage, a nonprofit ministry devoted to helping individuals and couples go the distance. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside more than 3,500 couples and individuals.
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We don’t just teach about marriage and life—we’ve lived through the struggles, the heartbreak, the healing, and the redemption ourselves.
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One of the deepest chapters of our story came when we lost our two-year-old son, Corban. In the middle of our deepest grief, we experienced the sustaining peace, indescribable joy, and transforming presence of God in ways we never could have imagined.
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That journey has profoundly shaped the way I speak.
It has taught me that heartbreak is not the end of the story. Disappointment doesn’t get the final word. And God’s presence changes everything.
When I Speak
Whether I’m encouraging young women discovering their purpose, moms in the middle of the beautiful chaos, or women stepping into a brand-new season of life, my desire is to meet women right where they are.
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I speak about hope, purpose, faith, resilience, relationships, grief, growth, and the beauty of becoming who God has created us to be.
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My messages are honest, heartfelt, encouraging, and often sprinkled with a little humor—because I believe we can talk about the hard things while still making room for joy.
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My prayer is always the same:
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That women leave feeling seen, strengthened, inspired, and full of hope for what’s ahead.
I’d Love to Be Part of Your Event
Planning a women’s retreat, conference, church event, company gathering, or special event?
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I’d be honored to come alongside you and encourage the women in your community.
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Some Topics I Speak About
(I can also customize to your audience’s needs or theme.)
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Hope When Life Hurts
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Thriving in Every Season
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The Beauty of Becoming
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When Your Story Doesn’t Go as Planned
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Open Hands, Open Heart
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Building a Life That Lasts
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Marriage, Family & Legacy
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Finding Purpose in Your Next Season
Let’s talk about your event, your audience, and what they need most.
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Authentic hope for women in every season of life.
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You can also learn more about our ministry, story, and resources through Long Haul Marriage.