We have lots of resources for churches to accompany our 5 Steps material, including articles for pastoral care and seasonal resources. Use the search functions to find what you need or just browse the many articles below.
Christmas can be one of the hardest times of year for single people. There are lots of practical things your church can do to help…
Over summer many churches stop their usual timetable of activities, which can leave single people feeling disconnected. How can you ensure that everyone feels connected to church community over the summer?
I’m married, how can I help my church become single friendly?
Mother's Day (or Mothering Sunday) can be a difficult day for lots of people. But when churches handle it sensitively, Mother's Day services can become a comforting and uplifting experience…
We are excited to announce that we have become a charity, and are relaunching as 'Single Friendly Church Network'. With a fresh look…
Prayer points to guide you and church in praying for single people at Christmas
In a new report, the Church of England declares that single people should be valued just as much as couples and families…
It is important to have some positive teaching on singleness in your church. We share some ideas which may be helpful when writing a talk or discussion on singleness.
In our recent Christmas survey, 80% of single people said they find at least some aspects of Christmas difficult, while others said it can be the loneliest time of year…
How church leaders can help single people in their congregation who want to adopt or foster.
40% of society is single but in churches it is often much lower. If you look up the demographics for your area, you may find there are more single people in your community than you think!
We reflect on what churches can learn from the Barna Research Group about 18-35-year olds and how this relates to welcoming single people into church.
Why should my church become Single Friendly? I’m married - why is this relevant for me? Here are some answers to the questions we hear most often.
Money is a subject that some churches tackle head on as part of their ministries. Others rarely mention money except in terms of giving. However financial worries are a concern for many people in our churches, including singles.
Finding a home is a major issue for single people. How can you support single people in your congregation who cannot find - or afford - a home?
Many single people find themselves shouldering the responsibility of caring for parents and older relatives, or looking after seriously ill or disabled children alone. But you and your church can help…
