With so many people "proclaiming Christianity" how do I get to meet people who are ginuinely in love with Christ? I go to church but the people there are much older or younger or married. I would love to have female and male friends to hang out with on the weekends or to conversate with for encouragement, opinions, or revelation but its hard to meet christian people, especially REAL christians! What do I do? My daughter and I end up spending weekends at home or finding things to do at church. Im happy with that but I want to do some recreational things to enjoy myself also and Im quite sure my daughter would love to have someone her age to play with also. What do I do? Fellowshiping with other churches seem to be ok but its the same thing either older, younger, or married people there too. Where are all the 25-30 christians I can fellowship or hang out with?
2006-11-02 17:50:23 · 14 answers · asked by NC christian classy lady!!! 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Doesn't alot of churches have singles groups?
I'm sure there are alot of people like yourself, be patient you'll meet them eventually.
2006-11-02 17:54:44 · answer #1 · answered by Sean 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I applaude you for your commitment to your daughter as well as your faith.
It sounds like your church has established niche groups that you feel you don't relate to. If that's the case do you know of other churches or groups that may have more single Moms/Parents that could be a support for you?
I know how finding a new church can be difficult. Especialy if you have attended the same church for some time.
However things work out remember, you and your daughter's relationship is the most important thing right now. This is just a season of your life. As a single parent remember to focus on the parent and not the single.
2006-11-02 18:06:42 · answer #2 · answered by qwertydog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it works to let your kids decide who they like to play with. Once they are friends with someone, it makes it easier to become friends with the parents. Single mothers and fathers have a hard time breaking into most social groups that are focused on family (school, church, etc.)
Also, I'm no Christian, but your judging who is a "REAL" Christian might be part of your problem. That doesn't seem very Christian like to me. Maybe work on that. It seems like a defensive posture.
2006-11-02 17:59:16 · answer #3 · answered by Bad Buddhist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your not the only one, Have you tried getting involved with a christian singles group. There not (suppose to be anyway) for dating there just a way for christian singles to meet and do things as a group children are included in most activities. The one on the eastern shore, plans fishing trips, bowling, trips out of town, movies, concerts. etc...They also meet and study the word together, pray for one another, help with things, be real friends to one another. I don't know where you live but I bet there are more than one in your area. As far as being with Real Christians, pray for discernment and guidance our father will lead you to the right group of people. Be strong, your going to be just fine. Your a blessed child of God.
2006-11-02 18:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by ashley k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a church with a strong single's ministry. Some of the larger churches have many different single's classes depending on your situation: college/career, divorced, younger, older singles, etc. Wait on God - He will bring the right person into your life on His timetable. Keep trusting in Him. Don't accept second best.
2006-11-02 17:54:45 · answer #5 · answered by tagsfan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think u need to expand ur horizon and interact with the people who are available in Church, even if they're older , or younger or married.... there's so much u can learn from them and vice versa..... Don't knock it off till u've tried it.
And u have to be grateful that u're one of the few in ur age bracket who give Church a chance!
2006-11-02 18:05:55 · answer #6 · answered by Carla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sure that I don't have to tell you this but you can pray and ask God to direct your path to like-minded Christians such as yourself. I would say me but to God be the Glory, I got married almost one year ago today.(actually I am 1 week and 2 days away). I use to have the same problem. But you know, my son(he graduated high school this past year)was heavily involved in sports and I attended every game. We use to go to the movies, park, skating, etc. It is impossible for you to shield your child/children from all sin. But please do the best you can. Just let them know that the sin does not have to be in them. I centered my life around my chiildren(2 from a previous marriage). I have come to learn that at those times when it was just us all the time, God was using that time to orchestrate His perfect Will. He was shielding us, drawing us closer to each other and to Him. Don't sweat it. Ask Him for divine leadership. He will give it to you. I promise. I am a living witness. You know sometimes my husband ask me where have and been. I laugh with in my self because I know that God is a God of wisdom. You can still feel free to email me. I have not forgotten where God has brought me from. May God Bless
2006-11-02 18:01:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe this is something you can bring up to your church. Start a single parents group and have them do an age range just like singles groups.
2006-11-02 17:53:33 · answer #8 · answered by Noclone 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Simple: Go where people your age go.
Where do you live? How old are you and your daughter? At this point, you need to meet people your own age with children your daughter's age.
One technique is the have your daughter go to bible camp, and you hang with the parents.
The key is to met people who can help you meet other (single) people. It is called networking.
2006-11-02 18:02:43 · answer #9 · answered by J. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a single mother of a son, Catholic, and in the same boat you are. I live in Wisconsin and hate to drive. But you can email me any time.
God bless you and your daughter!
2006-11-02 17:56:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋