The Singles Network Ministries/Kris Swiatocho

God Loves Singles Adults!
Welcome to The Singles Network Ministries

We are the largest resource in the world for ministry to and for single and young adults. We are designed to help you start, grow, and maintain your single adult ministry. Sign up for our monthly newsletter and/or join our prayer team. We also appreciate any comments, suggestions, support, and resources for our site. Thanks so much for visiting, and we hope to see you at one of our training or teaching events. —Kris Swiatocho, Director

Annual Labor Day Singles Retreat (NC Mountains)
Register by May 1st: Only $49

Plus lodging/meals and/or only $49 for commuters.

Stats on Singleness in the US

U.S. Adults (18 and Older) — Marital Status by Age Group (Approximate)
Note: “Unmarried” includes never married, divorced, separated, and widowed status combined. Specific numbers by exact age brackets vary by data source and year, but these patterns are consistent across Census and research analyses.
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Top 5 Struggles of Ministering to Single Parents

by Kris Swiatocho

Are you a leader or a pastor? Do you feel led to minister to single parents?

Single parents often have the least flexible schedules yet carry the greatest responsibilities. Many are parenting alone, often without consistent child support, while juggling work, home, and faith.

Single parents are part of our churches and our communities—and they matter deeply to God. Read More

Sponsor a Gypsy Child; $25 a month WILL change their lives.

We are excited to partner with Natasa Papada (Single adult missionary) and Jesus Christ’s Church in Xylokeriza—a small town just outside of Corinth, Greece—as they minister to families in the local community, including Gypsy families in need. Read More

I Never Saw You...How Pastors Can Minister to Singles More Effectively

by Kris Swiatocho, Director

I was recently in contact with a church in Montana where the pastor told me over the phone that they had no singles. Interestingly, his name had been given to me by one of the single women in his church—someone who deeply desired to see a singles ministry started. She had shared my information with him, and he agreed—somewhat reluctantly—to speak with me. Read More

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Keynote speakers: Careena and Nigel Van Zyl: Cherish the Retreat, UK, May 22-24th, 2026

Waiting on God's Best vs. God's Less

by Kris Swiatocho, The Singles Network Ministries Director

“Yes, I know—it’s hard to wait on God for that special person. It’s so much easier to compromise and hope they’ll eventually go to church or get right with the Lord.

Kris, you don’t understand—my clock is ticking. I want children, and I can’t wait.
Kris, as a man, I know I can have kids in my 50s, but I don’t want to be their grandfather—I want to be their dad.
Kris, I’ve already been married. I know what to expect, so I don’t need to wait.
Kris, I know the Lord is with me…but can He have skin? I need a hug. Read More

John 4:24 God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”

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How to Start a Singles Ministry

We're a phone call away to help you get started!

Study includes free online leaders guide.

It's simpler than you think. Start with Intentional Relationships for Singles 12-week study. What will this do for you?
• Gather singles and young adults from all ages and walks of life.
• Heal, restore, and renew relationships including family, friends, work and romance.
• Bring health to your singles ministry and your church.
• Build community

Once you have started your Intentional Relationship course, here are some other resources:

Watch these videos in order:

>More videos from Kris: Live@5, Leadership, Teaching
>More Videos from Others

Download these free outlines by Kris Swiatocho:

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Leaders That Last 6-Week Curriculum $59

For groups starting or wanting to grow, don't forget about "Leaders That Last" Curriculum by Kris Swiatocho. A great 6-week study/training that will take your leadership from the basics of their calling into singles ministry to building the team.

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How do I talk to my pastor about starting a singles ministry? How to deal with difficult singles? How do I market our ministry? My singles never want to do anything? How do I build leaders? Get the answers to these questions and much more. Read More