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How to Build an
Exciting
Singles Ministry
by Don Davidson. The author, a singles pastor and former
editor of the SAMI
(Single Adult Ministry Information) newsletter writes
this book to
provide practical steps and ideas on how churches can create
singles
ministries
that are exciting and stimulating for the single adult. The
book is
filled
with fresh ideas on most every aspect of singles ministry and
can be
used
by churches of any size to build a vibrant and successful
singles
program.
Of particular value are the chapters that deal with ways
single adults
are different from married adults, building an exciting
singles Sunday
school class, various ways to publicize the programs. Another
unique
feature
is the appendix where the author lists 10 Key Observations and
20
Cardinal
Rules for working with singles.
The 16
chapters
are divided
into two parts: 1. Getting Started and 2. Practical
Programs. Some of
the
chapter titles are: Single Adult Ministry and the Local
Church,
Important
Things to Understand About Single Adults, the Single Adult
Leader,
Starting
a Single Adult Ministry from Scratch, The Planning Process,
The Value
of
Good Publicity, The Matter of Money, General Administrative
Tips and
Suggestions,
The Single Adult Sunday School Class, Support Groups,
Activities,
Service
Projects, Fundraising, and Single-Parent Families.
From
Thomas
Nelson (Nashville)
in 1993, this 204-page book sold for $12.99 (trade). This book
is sold
out but the author still has some copies. For current pricing
and
shipping, please
contact the author directly at don@singlesmall.com
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