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Starting a new single's ministry - 11/7/2009 9:51:39 PM
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trudestiny262
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Hi! I am new to this site and I am trying to start networking with others who are single and/or are involved in a active single's ministry. I'm gearing up to start a single's min. in my church and I would love some ideas/suggestions on making it effective. I am also requesting prayers that I will stay dilligent and focused on this new journey. Also, I would like some info on any upcoming conferences in the midwest U.S area if anyone knows of any I would greatly appreciate it. Not just for the new ministry, but for my personal use as well. I know that God is doing something awesome in me and I want to give my all to Him. Thanks and be blessed!!
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RE: Starting a new single's ministry - 11/10/2009 3:41:00 AM
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cwb
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Welcome onto the boards there!
First and foremost, STAY FOCUSED ON THE LORD, AND HIS WORD. Nothing is more important.
Seek first the kingdom of Christ and all his works, and the things you want will come to you when you're not even looking for them! (Mt 6 33 / my paraphrase).
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We are to do the will of God from our heart. Eph Ch 6 v. 6
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RE: Starting a new single's ministry - 11/12/2009 5:23:14 PM
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allisonbrett
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Is there any particular group of singles that you will be focused on: college/career, single again's (widowed/divorced), 20's, 30's, 40's, or up? This makes a huge difference.
I was part of a single again group with people ranging from late 30's to up to 70 or so. Of course, many of the older crowd were widows where the younger of us were divorced. We also tended to separate somewhat by age as those of us on the younger side had children. My dd was 5 at the time. But we all met together as a group and we discovered that we really could identify more with the older ones than we thought we could. It was wonderful!!
We did various bible studies, group activities and get togethers so something was going on all the time especially at holidays. This is the toughest time of year. Socials are a must with single people of all ages, at least once a month. But beware, taking on this ministry because it can be demanding on your time can lead to burn out quickly so get some help. If you are focusing or having a number of Divorced People then consider leading a separate Divorce Care group. I was a counselor for those going through divorce and separation at various stages.
We did not go to single's conferences as a group but four of us women went to one in Destin, Fl. It was full of the younger 20 - 30 something crowd and not as much for anyone older.
The best part was that I met my most wonderful husband in the single's class. There were almost 5 times as many women as men so the good guys got taken quickly. I got the best one!
I was so grateful to be part of a wonderful group of people after my divorce and the years I was apart of it. So many came and went for various reasons: some married, some took other jobs and moved and some even reconciled with ex or soon to be ex-spouses.
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Allison
A work in progress so please be patient, God is still working on me. Ouch, it sure is painful!
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