Mission Service Activity of the Month
August 2020: Being Content and Single
Being single is the result of a variety of circumstances. One may be single because of the death of a partner, or the end of a marriage. Being single could mean they have not yet found someone or are content without a spouse. Being single could mean circumstances have separated us from loved ones. This month, find someone currently single and be that missing support person. And remember, you don’t need to stop when the month ends!
Ideas for Activities that Encourage Singles in the Congregation
- Call this person and offer your presence.
- Suggest a time to get together and have a cup of coffee or tea, either in person or while visiting on the phone.
- Tell the person the strengths and gifts you see in her/him. Be an encourager.
- Ask about favorite activities and consider meeting to enjoy shared ones.
- Be a good listener without being overly demanding of her/his time.
- Be aware of this person’s needs and don’t focus on your opposite experiences.
- Support singles in area care centers.
- Write and send cards of appreciation. Use the resource “Encouragement Notecards” or “Bookmarks” from the LWML Coloring Sets on the LWML website: lwml.org/coloring-resources.
- Share a meal, a walk, a shopping trip, a movie, or a concert.
- Offer to share a Bible study like “The Task-Filled Life” podcast or “Where Love Abides.”
- Offer to include this person in an existing group you think would be a good fit.
- Drop off a favorite treat.
- Remember this person in frequent prayer!
Gospel Focus
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11).
Prayer as you Plan and Prepare
Heavenly Father, there are people in our church family who are single. Help us to include them in our prayers and our activities. Give us wisdom to show them You gave them gifts to be used in Your service. Even when our lives don’t follow our plans, help us remember Your plans for us are only for good. We pray in the name of the Triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Gospel Outreach Committee would love to hear about, and share, your mission service activities! Please contact the Vice President of Gospel Outreach here. Thank you!
