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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar go to Christian marriage retreat in search of 'beautiful truths'... along with pregnant daughter Jessa and husband Ben

Published: 20:09 EST, 19 October 2015 | Updated: 01:02 EST, 20 October 2015

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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar headed to a Christian retreat center in their native Arkansas for a little couples counseling and personal time.

People reported Monday they were joined at the camp by daughter Jessa and her husband Ben Seewald who are expecting their first child on November 1.

The patriarch and matriarch of the 19 Kids And Counting clan have been married for 31 years.

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Couples retreat: Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, who've been married for 31 years, spent the weekend at a Christian camp and retreat center in Arkansas for some marriage counseling and reflection

Jim Bob, 50, and Michelle, 49, shared the news of their couples retreat on Sunday via their official Facebook page.

They told their fans: 'We are having a special time at the www.fortrock.org marriage retreat in Saint Paul Arkansas on the edge of the Ozark National Forest!'

'Beautiful place, beautiful people, beautiful truths!'

A family affair: Jim Bob, 50, and Michelle, 49, shared this photo of themselves with pregnant daughter Jessa, 22, and her husband Ben Seewald, 20, and another couple at the retreat

They shared a photo of themselves smiling at the camera against the backdrop of the camp's buildings which have Old Western facades.

They also posted a photo of themselves with Jessa and Ben and a photo of the lake on the property.

The reality show couple wrote a testimonial for the Fort Rock Family Camp and Retreat Center in St. Paul, Arkansas, that is featured on the organizaton's website.

The Duggars described Fort Rock as 'a first class camp and retreat center.'

'Fort Rock’s various events offer not only a fun vacation, but also a safe christian environment for your whole family to enjoy!' they gushed.

'More than an Old West adventure, Fort Rock’s camps are designed to draw families closer together, promote teamwork, and realize the value of each family member.'

Western theme: The buildings at Fort Rock Family Camp and Retreat Center in St. Paul are hidden behind Old West facades

Scenic: The Christian center is located in a rural area with beautiful views

The decision to take a weekend marriage retreat prompted rumors that the scandals that have plagued their family over the past several months have taken a toll on the conservative Christian couple.

RadarOnline.com reported the sessions were lead by a pastor and evangelist who claims to provide 'Biblical solutions' to 'critical family problems.'

Jim Bob and Michelle's eldest son Josh entered a Christian rehab facility in August after confessing he'd committed adultery.

The 31-year-old revealed he had been cheating on his wife Anna, with whom he has four children in a scandal that rocked the already battered family.

Scandal: Jim Bob and Michelle's eldest son Josh, 31, molested young girls when he was a teen and in August he admitted he had been repeatedly unfaithful to his wife Anna, pictured with their fourth child

In July, TLC canceled their show 19 Kids And Counting after it emerged Josh, as a teen, had molested several underage girls including his sisters Jill and Jessa.

However, the network has now decided to move ahead with a spin-off featuring the married Duggar daughters Jill and Jessa.

The series of specials will document the birth of Jessa and Ben's first child and show Jill and husband Derick Dillard's life as missionaries in El Salvador with their young son Israel.

On Sunday,Jill and Derick posted an update on their own blog announcing their return to Central America where they'll continue to attend language school to learn Spanish.

'It will be many months before we are able to make a short visit back to the States again,' the couple said. 'Please keep praying for us—we are praying for you!'

Jill & Jessa: Counting On is scheduled to premiere on the cable network in December.

MNinistering faith: The Duggar's daughter Jill, 24, and husband Derick Dillard, 26, along with their baby son Israel, shared this photo as they announced on their blog they're returning to their mission work in El Salvador