There's lots I find challenging about being single. Being part of my church family isn't one of those things. It's an area that I think the church can do really well in. I'm aware it doesn't happen in some places, where there can be an over emphasis on families, and couplehood, but I personally have really appreciated my church who currently are putting on a wide range of social events open to everyone. This is partly to fundraise, but I think the social aspect is huge. It was great to go to a barn dance last night, knowing I didn't have a partner to dance with ( despite a whole day of texts with various locals) and not fretting about it cos I knew there would be people to dance with. And I didn't have to cook!
There are Fri cinema nights I don't get to because of my choir. And a range of other opportunities to hang out with people over coffee or some kind of activity. For people without partners as well as those with them, what a brilliant chance to feel less lonely by being in community.
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