Singles in Isolation

Christina encourages singles to start, continue and rekindle conversations during the pandemic.

Encouragement during the pandemic

Single in Church

A guest podcast by Aukelien van Abbema, author of Single in Church and Dare to Date.  Aukelien is a UK-based psychologist who speaks and counsels on singleness and dating in church.  In this podcast she tells of her journey into singles ministry and introduces her new book Single in Church, which is now available on Amazon.

Where the Good Men Are

A guest podcast by Dr. Sara-Jayne Mcleod, founder of the Adam Meet Eve Agency.  Sara-Jayne specialises in making Personal Introductions, Singlehood Coaching and Dating Advice for Christians. The 'Where the Good Men Are' podcast explores how Christian women can become proactive in increasing their opportunity for marriage.  For more information, please visit: www.adammeetevehere.com.

The Wait is Long, But I’m Sure it’s Worth the Wait

A guest podcast by Dominique Anderson about the waiting that can take place before God grants us some of the chief desires of our hearts, with focus on the story of Ruth.  Dominique is the author of The Little Book with my Big Thoughts and the creator and visionary of OPENBOX.  She is also an ICU senior nurse in London. 

Finding God in Disappointment #2

Part 2 of a guest podcast by Andrina Davis, about handling disappointment in relationships, based on the story of Rachel.  Andrina is a single mum from Birmingham, England and the founder of Divine Introductions, an agency that creates opportunities for single Christians to meet and connect. Connect with her at facebook.com/DivineIntroductions.

Finding God in Disappointment #1

A guest podcast by Andrina Davis, about handling disappointment in relationships, based on the story of Rachel.  Andrina is a single mum from Birmingham, England and the founder of Divine Introductions, an agency that creates opportunities for single Christians to meet and connect. Connect with her at facebook.com/DivineIntroductions.

God Said

A guest podcast by Carolyn Henry (South East London) in which she de-mystifies a phrase that has led many singles astray in their quest for a significant other. Carolyn highly values transparency and speaks openly about her experiences at various events, sharing her journey in relationships and ministry. 

Carolyn currently serves as a member of NTCG National Youth Board, and mentors many young people on their journey through her own experiences.  She is a very active and committed member within the church and has an MA in Christian Thought and Practice from Spurgeon’s College, London.

Pastoring Singles, 20 - 22 March 2020, Northampton, UK

Pastoring Singles is a one-year training course by the Leadership Training Centre in association with SAM and provides a biblical, practical philosophy for effective ministry to singles.  The cost is £170 and it's taught face to face over a weekend, followed by distance learning and webinars.  It is for ministers, singles ministry coordinators or anyone with leadership responsibilities for singles in a church setting.  It will revolutionise the way you minister to singles in the 2020's!  Contact education@ntcg.org.uk for details.

** We are hoping to deliver the core module of this course "Introduction to Single Adult Ministry" later in the year at a London venue.  Please contact us for more information.

Lessons from Employers and their Recruitment Processes #2

David talks about the biggest change that has taken place amongst employers, affecting their recruitment processes.

Lessons from Employers and their Recruitment Processes #1

In this series, David analyses changes in the recruitment processes of some employers in the UK charity sector, in order to compare it to the quest for a mate.  In this talk he begins a discussion on the job application form.  

3 Common Mistakes Single Christians Make

A guest podcast by Revd Dr Denver Cheddie (NTCG Trinidad & Tobago).  Denver and his wife Indira are authors of I Kissed Waiting Goodbye, which provides a Biblical action plan for single Christians searching for a spouse. Their website is www.8myths.com.

Why aren’t singles meeting at conventions?

David gives a challenging response to this popular question, explaining how friends you hang out with can become a hindrance to meeting someone.

Faith for a Mate Course

If you like the Faith for a Mate podcasts, then you'll love the course! View the trailer below.  You can do the course of various platforms including Amazon UK, Amazon USA and Christian Cinema. Alternatively, do the course at Udemy for a fuller course experience, which includes an introduction by the author, three additional lectures, a scripture reference guide and a Udemy certificate of completion.

Thinking of yourself more highly than you ought

David gives some fresh insights to singles from Romans 12:3.

The Verdict on Internet Dating #6

In concluding the series, David explains how singles idiosyncrasies, plus the unreal ‘meeting’ experience of online sites, contribute to the low success rate of the sites.  He ends with an important closing thought.

The Verdict on Internet Dating #5

Why online dating sites are having a low success rate (continued).

Biblical Rationale for Widows Ministry

Revd Casbera Schasmith, shares some Biblical rationale for ministering to widows.  Contact sam@ntcg.org.uk for more information.

Introduction to Widows Ministry

Revd Casbera Schasmith, introduces us to Widows Ministry.  To get in touch with her contact sam@ntcg.org.uk.

The Verdict on Internet Dating #4

Why online dating sites are having a low success rate amongst UK Christians.