Download or read book How to Build an Exciting Singles Ministry and Keep it Going written by Don Davidson and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don Davidson provides a thorough, practical guide to single adult ministry and how to establish an effective one in your church and outlines steps for creating a unique singles group for new college grads, career people, widowed or divorced persons.
Download or read book Reaching Single Adults written by Dennis Franck and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although 44 percent of all adults are unmarried, most churches are focused on marriage and families--and so miss many opportunities to reach out as well as to benefit from all that singles can offer to the church. Here at last is an up-to-date, comprehensive handbook to single adult ministry. Based on his over twenty-five years of experience, Dennis Franck offers church leaders guidance on all aspects of this often-overlooked ministry, including: -understanding singles' diverse life situations and needs -developing a biblical philosophy of ministry -the practical aspects of building a ministry Pastors and lay leaders will gratefully welcome this new in-depth resource to guide their ministry to, for, and through single adults.
Download or read book Relationship Goals written by Michael Todd and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A candid, inspiring guide to finding lasting love and sustaining a healthy relationship by getting real about your goals—based on the viral, multi-million-view sermon series about dating, marriage, and sex “No matter where you are and no matter what stage of life you are in, Relationship Goals will be a game changer.”—Levi Lusko NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY COSMOPOLITAN You scroll through photo after photo of happy couples and think, I want a relationship like that! The thing is, those intimate relationships are a mirage—the closer you get to them, the more you realize they aren’t real at all. So what does a real relationship look like? And how do you get there? In Relationship Goals, Pastor Michael Todd digs deep to give you good news and real-life ideas for making the most of your most important relationships. Take a look at • what it means to choose intentional dating over recreational dating • how to move on from mistakes you’ve made in the past • why love gets stronger after marriage • what the Bible has to say about sex (hot take: it’s more sizzling than you think) • why the best friendships have God at the center Whether you are married, single, or it’s complicated, aiming for the right targets will make all the difference in finding true satisfaction. As it turns out, God’s got the best relationship goals of all for your life. Why settle for less?
Download or read book Networking Singles with a Purpose written by Sheila Redell Knox and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Building Your Leadership Team written by Ed Weising and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Single for a Season written by David David Brühlmann and published by Swissthrive. This book was released on 2021-03-19 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why is it so difficult to find the perfect partner? Is God preventing me from finding that special someone for a reason? Is there something wrong with me? Will I ever meet someone-or am I going to remain single forever? Perhaps as a Christian single, you've asked yourself some or all of these questions-and you're not alone. The good news is that God has a plan for you. Author David Brühlmann tackles these questions head-on in his honest, heartfelt book, Single for a Season. Through his own challenges as well as the stories of twelve other Christian singles, Brühlmann reveals profound insights so that you may find peace, inspiration, and meaning during this season of your life. Single doesn't need to be lonely. Instead of wasting time on what-ifs and should've-beens, Single for a Season will help you: -Dispel myths about the single life-and why you're still single -Experience true joy, satisfaction, and contentment in being single -Find your God-given purpose as a single -Deepen your relationship with Him -Take key action steps to change your life right now By demonstrating how living as a Christian single not only builds up God's kingdom but also leads to a life of satisfaction and purpose, you'll discover a new passion for your life, regardless of relationship status. Single for a Season will help you make the shift from the impatience and anxiety that comes from waiting for Mr. or Mrs. Right, to living a life filled with purpose and passion. From step-by-step exercises and real-life stories that help you implement the concepts presented, to additional resources and insightful questions to consider, this is the perfect book for any single wanting to live a fulfilling life-or for your next Bible study. Start your journey today and make this time one of the most exciting, meaningful seasons of your life.
Download or read book Baker Handbook of Single Adult Ministry written by Douglas L. Fagerstrom and published by Baker Publishing Group (MI). This book was released on 1996-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Single adults are a mission field, but it can be equally tue that single adults have a mission", writes Bill Flanagan. All of the minister leaders in this book balance mission field with mission. This reference and training guide replaces the two books, Single Adult Ministry, the Next Step and Single Ministry Handbook.
Download or read book Single Dating Engaged Married written by Ben Stuart and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God has given us a specific, compelling reason for each of the four seasons of relationships: singleness, dating, engagement, and marriage. This book unlocks each season’s God-given purpose and shows you how to thrive within it. In a society where everyone is supposedly more connected, why do people feel so lonely? Even as marriage rates decline, recent studies find the overwhelming majority of single adults still hope to get married. But how can we navigate life and love in this disconnected culture? Has social media eroded the institutions that brought us together—and the deeper emotional intimacy they provided? Pastor and bestselling author Ben Stuart will help you navigate through the four stages of a relational life and show you how to look at the truths and intentions God has established for each. As you embark on this journey, you will discover how to: Use singleness to make an impact for the kingdom of God Pursue dating with clarity and purity Use the season of engagement wisely to prepare for marriage Maximize your life as a married couple for shared ministry Continually seek God and His will throughout each stage Discover how to embrace God's design, invest your life in what matters most, and find meaning in whatever season of life you're in.
Download or read book Thriving as a Single Person in Ministry written by Jane Carr and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Churches large and small across the world and in every denomination have rising numbers of single people on their leadership staff. This book presents a research-based perspective on the joys, opportunities, and challenges of being single in vocational ministry. Through extensive interviews and focus groups, the authors present both a practical application and a positive message for those serving God as single clergy or pastoral leaders.
Download or read book The Measure of Success written by Carolyn McCulley and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2014 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carolyn and Nora-a single business owner and a stay at home mom-tackle the stereotypes and one-size-fits-all thinking that have left women struggling to understand how to balance roles in the home and work place for generations.
Download or read book Dear Hunting written by Don Davidson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-10-29 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a single person, do you want more in life? Would you like to be ridiculously happy? If so, Dear Hunting may hold some answers for you. This is a unique, one of a kind book for singles of all ages, whether divorced, widowed or always single. Davidson not only tells it like it is but also how it could be. Out of the depths of his own painful divorce, he shares how he learned to "survive and thrive" and tells you how you can do that as well. The author writes this book as one who has experienced many of the same struggles as most single-again people. He also writes as a pastor who has worked with and counseled singles for over 30 years. As such, he knows the heartbeat of singles and what makes them tick. His insights include: * How your faith can hold you up in down times * Where to go for a positive social life and connect with other singles * How to know if you are "marriage material" or not * How to use the "filter" for selecting the right mate * Advice for those Sixty and Single In addition to the solid and practical advice it offers, the book also contains a valuable appendix which includes his practical Top Ten List as well as a unique and handy Dating Diary for when you are in a special relationship. As the director of a highly successful ministry with singles, Davidson wrote, How to Build an Exciting Singles Ministry. That was followed by several other publications providing practical helps for singles adults. They can all be found at www.singlesmall.com/Donsbooks.html. In 1999 he was selected by Living Solo Magazine as being one of the top singles leaders in the United States. His latest book, Dear Hunting, is the result of years interacting with thousands of singles in the various churches he served along with those who attended the 300+ seminars he has conducted over the years.
Download or read book Giving the Ministry Away written by Terry Hershey and published by . This book was released on 1994-12 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Singles Ministry Handbook written by Douglas L. Fagerstrom and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Intentional Relationships For Singles written by Dan Houk and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-29 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intentional Relationships for Singles is a 12-week Bible study designed to help individuals get healthier through personal growth in all their relationships including God, family, friends, work, and church with the goal of preparing for marriage. TOPICS DISCUSSED - Your Identity in Christ - Gender Roles - Understanding the Opposite Sex - Blind Spots - Boundaries - Conflict Resolution - Forgiveness - Reconciliation - Friendships - Intentional Friendship(TM) - Intentional Dating - Engagement - Plus self/group reflection questions, Online Leaders Resources and Videos. "Kris and Dan have walked the ups and downs of singleness, friendship and dating - and lived to tell about it. Lucky for us, we get to learn from their victories and mistakes. Their immensely practical book is full of advice, strategies and personal, real-world examples that will empower you to pursue personal and relational health - and most importantly, to trust Godin the process." - Lisa Anderson, Director of Boundless.org/Focus on the Family and author of The Dating Manifesto "Every 'us' requires intentionality. Lots of purposeful intentionality before and during dating, and then again before and after the wedding. This guide will help you do just that." - Ron Deal, President of SmartStepfamilies.com and bestselling author of Dating and the Single Parent and Building Love Together in Blended Families (with Dr. Gary Chapman); smartstepfamilies.com "In a world where relationships are lost and have become a dying art too often replaced by cell phones and social media, Kris Swiatocho and Dan Houk have hit a home run. Intention takes time, perseverance, and prayer. Relationships don't flourish without intention. Kudos on bringing practical tips and life application to the millions of singles who desire true and authentic relationships." - Jennifer Maggio, Chief Executive Officer, The Life of a Single Mom Ministries; thelifeofasinglemom.com "Wow! What a powerful book of information and strategy for building intentional, authentic relationships! This book is so fresh, reads well, and is one of the sharpest, laser-focused tools I have ever read to help single adults build God-honoring relationships that last. Without hesitation, I recommend this book to single adults and to those leaders who work closely with single adults. Dan and Kris do a masterful job in sharing their life experiences that only brings greater authority to the content of this book. You gotta get it! You won't be disappointed." - Joseph Northcut, Director of Church Resources, ChurchInitiative.org (creator of DivorceCare.org and GriefShare.org) For more information, to order in bulk to save or to bring Kris and Dan to your city, go to www.IntentionalRelationshipSolutions.org
Download or read book Single Adult Ministry for Today written by Bobbie Reed and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to start and run a singles ministry and examine the challenges that singles of all ages face.
Download or read book Baker Handbook of Single Adult Ministry written by Douglas L. Fagerstrom and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2004-05-01 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a family-oriented world, single adults often feel left out. They have special ministry needs that the church is called to address. The Baker Handbook of Single Adult Ministry is now available in trade paper. This comprehensive reference covers all aspects of ministry with single adults, including contributions from thirty-five leaders in single adult ministry. The wide range of subjects includes community service, prayer and discipleship, dating and marriage, retreats, organizing a divorce recovery workshop, leadership teams, ministry to single parents, and much more. The forty-five chapters of the book are organized into seven parts designed to help readers zero in on their particular ministry needs.
Download or read book Singles Ministry with Vision and Purpose written by Virginia Freelon and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-23 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
