Starting a Christian Singles Ministry

Organizing a Christian singles ministry can be both rewarding and challenging. There is more that goes into it than just standing up in front of the congregation and announcing a new ministry is formed. Certain steps and processes will need to be followed to make sure the ministry is organized and effective.

Get the Pastor's permission. Be prepared to share your idea with specific information as to what you would like to accomplish. Christian singles ministries exist so that those that are not married have an additional way of getting to know one another in a safe, healthy environment, for the purpose of friendship.

Have a separate list prepared for the Pastor that includes an idea of what activities you want to include for the singles group and estimated monthly costs. This will give his team something to work this as a reference point.

Write down important information on how the Pastor wants you to proceed. Note any schedules that need to be worked around. Be very clear on the matters the Pastor wants you to oversee and what portions will be overseen by others while forming this ministry, if given permission. If you aren't sure, ask.

Contact local vendors to obtain exact pricing information for local events that the singles group might be attending.

Have an announcement included in the church bulletin about the newly formed ministry and the first date the singles group will meet. Provide contact information and see if the Pastor can have it announced during services.

While starting this type of a ministry may seem like a great idea, you must still have your Pastor's permission to move forward. The Pastor is in charge of what programs are instituted and as a whole, what direction the church takes in terms of its ministry opportunities. They are responsible for overseeing that portion of the body of Christ and as a leader they need to be informed.