What we’re about
This group is operated by Singlefaith - www.singlefaith.org
Belonging. Experiences. Jesus. Partnership.
Belonging: We cultivate healthy community for singles.
**** 1 John 1:7 NLT If we are living in the light, as God is in the light, then we have fellowship with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from all sin.
**** Proverbs 27:17 NLT As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.
**** Matthew 18:20 NLT Where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.
Experiences: We provide meaningful and fun social activities for singles.
**** Psalm 118:24 NLT This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.
**** Ecclesiastes 8:15 NLT So I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink, and enjoy life. That way they will experience some happiness along with all the hard work God gives them under the sun.
**** 1 Corinthians 10:31 NLT So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
Jesus: We encourage singles on their journey of faith.
**** Colossians 2:6-7 NLT And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.
**** Romans 1:12 NLT When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours.
**** 2 Peter 3:17-18 NLT So be on guard; then you will not be carried away by the errors of these wicked people and lose your own secure footing. Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
**** Colossians 1:9-12 NLT We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. All the while, you will grow as you learn to know God better and better. We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy, always thanking the Father.
Partnership: We collaborate with churches and welcome their singles.
**** 1 Peter 4:10 NLT God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.
**** 3 John 1:8 NLT So we ourselves should support them so that we can be their partners as they teach the truth.
**** John 17:21 NLT I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me.
**** Ephesians 4:11-13 NLT Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God’s Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ.
The purpose of this group is to provide opportunities for single Christian men and women to have fun, connect socially and share enjoyable experiences with each other, form friendships and long lasting relationships. It is a place where you can meet and connect with others who have common interests and shared values.
The age range of members in this group is from mid 40's to mid 60's with most members in their 50's and 60's.
Most of our events are located in and around the Central Maryland area, between Baltimore and Washington. We occasionally have an activity that takes us out of our local area, including Northern Virginia and/or North of Baltimore.
I believe that if we are disconnected from other people, we are often also disconnected from God, and by connecting with others who follow Jesus we will be encouraged in our spiritual life.
This group is not affiliated with a specific church or religious denomination. We are a social group of single Christians who come from various spiritual backgrounds. We share a common faith in Christ Jesus and we enjoy getting together to share fun experiences and grow spiritually and make memories.
Please complete a profile and add your photo.
I look forward to meeting you at an upcoming event.
Michelle
www.singlefaith.org
Get Away from your usual routine and join other Christian Singles for a weekend together. Make new friends, relax and refresh.
Connect with others, eat good food and enjoy all the things the greater Harrisburg, PA area has to offer.
Click here to make a reservation:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1
Community Found. Loneliness Lost. Join Us for a relaxing, refreshing and FUN weekend!
Location: Camp Hebron Retreat Center -- 957 Camp Hebron Road, Halifax, PA 17032
TWO NIGHTS, FIVE MEALS:
Friday 11/1/2024 to Sunday 11/3/2024
Friday Dinner ** Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ** Sunday Breakfast
Need more getaway time? There is an option to add early arrival on Thursday and an option to stay Sunday Night and depart on Monday.
(Tuesday 11/5/2024 is a holiday off work for some people.)
Costs:
2 nights, 5 meals Single Occupancy Room, Private Bathroom
$395.00
2 nights, 5 meals Double Occupancy Room, each room has it's own bathroom
$250.00 per person
2 nights, 5 meals Shared Dormitory Style Bunk Beds (think indoor camping)
$100.00 per person
Click here to make a reservation:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1
Additional Nights:
Add Thursday Night
Double Occupancy $50.00 per person - you must have a roommate to get this price for the extra night
Single Occupancy $100.00
Add Sunday Night
Double Occupancy $50.00 per person - you must have a roommate to get this price for the extra night
Single Occupancy $100.00
Meals are NOT included for additional nights. There are restaurants and food stores nearby.
WHAT WILL WE BE DOING ALL WEEKEND?
This is NOT a retreat, it is a Weekend Getaway. Times of fun and fellowship will be organized and there will be excursions into the local Harrisburg area.
There will be times to play games, sing karaoke and enjoy a campfire in the firepit. Camp Hebron's property has walking trails and there are local hiking trails nearby.
Meal times will be set by the retreat center's dining room - meal times are the only non-flexible "event" for this weekend.
Things to do in Harrisburg:
https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/harrisburg/
Excursions may be organized to the Pennsylvania State Museum, Fort Hunter, the Harris-Cameron Mansion, America's Transportation Experience (AACA Car Museum), Indian Echo Caverns, Hershey Trolley Works, Zoo America, a mural and outdoor art walk, Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat
DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMMODATIONS
Private Rooms and Double Occupancy Rooms are in the Sylvan View Retreat Center
https://www.camphebron.org/lodging/sylvan-view
Sylvan View has 35 motel style rooms which were recently updated. At the link above, scroll down for 360 degree photos of each room style.
Each room has a private bath.
The dining room and recreation rooms are in the Sylvan View Retreat Center.
Bed linens and bath towels are provided. Bring your clothes and other personal care items.
Shared Dorm Type Lodging is in the Fern Glade Cottage
https://www.camphebron.org/lodging/fern-glade
Fern Glade is a two story cottage with 8 rooms and bunk beds in each room. Rooms will be assigned separately for men and women.
At the link above, scroll down for 360 photos of each room in Fern Glade.
There will be a MAXIMUM of 16 reservations sold for the Fern Glade Cottage.
There are 3 full bathrooms in Fern Glade and additional bathrooms/showers in the gym.
Bed Linens and towels are not provided. Bring your own bedding and bath towels in addition to your clothes and personal care items. You may also bring a pillow and sleeping bag.
ROOMMATES for double-occupancy in Sylvan View and shared dorm style lodging in Fern Glade
Singlefaith prefers that you specify the name of your roommate (double occupancy) or roommates (triple occupancy) at the time you register and pay. Singlefaith will attempt to assist in matching you up with a roommate, but there is no guarantee a roommate will be found to share with you.
The request is that you find a roommate(s) and then register and pay around the same time or within a few days of one another.
Send questions via email to info@singlefaith.org
CANCELATION POLICY
See the link below for the complete cancelation policy:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1
You must also check a box to agree to the cancelation policy when you make a reservation.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Museum of the Bible and All Creation Sings on 10/26 - ticket deadline 10/12Museum of the Bible, Washington , DC
Christian Singles group rate for Museum of the Bible and the All Creation Sings Production - An Immersive Worship Experience!
Saturday 10/26/2024
Meet Janice in front of the museum no later than 9:00 AM on Saturday 10/26/2024
9:00 AM - One Hour Early Entry for Groups - museum opens to the public at 10:00 AM
$35.00 includes all-day museum admission and the 11:45 AM showtime for the All Creation Sings production.
Click Here to purchase a ticket:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/museum-of-the-bible-and-all-creation-sings-on-october-26-ticket-deadline-october-12This is a $50.00 value if purchased individually online without the group rate.
Ticket purchase deadline is 2 weeks in advance - Saturday 10/12/2024 - Singlefaith must make full payment in advance to secure the group rate and early entry.
https://www.museumofthebible.org/
https://www.museumofthebible.org/all-creation-sings
Museum of the Bible
400 4th Street SW
Washington, DC 20024Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vCqLqziBdCvu12fG8
Parking can be found at street meters (especially that early in the morning) and also at nearby garages for approximately $10 to $20
At this time, there are no organized carpools. If anyone would like to carpool or volunteer to coordinate a carpool, please discuss in Meetup comments or email info@singlefaith.org
Metro: 1 block from the Museum is the Federal Center SW Station - Blue, Orange and Silver lines. If anyone would like to meet others at a Metro station and travel in together, please discuss in Meetup comments or email info@singlefaith.org
Ticket purchases through Singlefaith are non-refundable, however they can be transferred to another person. You need to work out payment and let Singlefaith know who will be taking your ticket. Email info@singlefaith.org with the name of the person to whom you are transferring your ticket. Singlefaith has contracted for a group rate, therefore refunds cannot be offered and final payment must be made by Saturday 10/12/2024.
If you are a Museum of the Bible Member, please join us. Let Singlefaith know you are joining us for planning purposes, but (obviously) do not purchase a ticket through Singlefaith.
- Christian Singles Weekend Getaway - November 1,2,3Camp Hebron, Halifax, PA
Get Away from your usual routine and join other Christian Singles for a weekend together. Make new friends, relax and refresh.
Connect with others, eat good food and enjoy all the things the greater Harrisburg, PA area has to offer.Click here to make a reservation:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1Community Found. Loneliness Lost. Join Us for a relaxing, refreshing and FUN weekend!
Location: Camp Hebron Retreat Center -- 957 Camp Hebron Road, Halifax, PA 17032
TWO NIGHTS, FIVE MEALS:
Friday 11/1/2024 to Sunday 11/3/2024
Friday Dinner ** Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ** Sunday BreakfastNeed more getaway time? There is an option to add early arrival on Thursday and an option to stay Sunday Night and depart on Monday.
(Tuesday 11/5/2024 is a holiday off work for some people.)Costs:
2 nights, 5 meals Single Occupancy Room, Private Bathroom
$395.002 nights, 5 meals Double Occupancy Room, each room has it's own bathroom
$250.00 per person2 nights, 5 meals Shared Dormitory Style Bunk Beds (think indoor camping)
$100.00 per personClick here to make a reservation:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1Additional Nights:
Add Thursday Night
Double Occupancy $50.00 per person - you must have a roommate to get this price for the extra night
Single Occupancy $100.00Add Sunday Night
Double Occupancy $50.00 per person - you must have a roommate to get this price for the extra night
Single Occupancy $100.00Meals are NOT included for additional nights. There are restaurants and food stores nearby.
WHAT WILL WE BE DOING ALL WEEKEND?
This is NOT a retreat, it is a Weekend Getaway. Times of fun and fellowship will be organized and there will be excursions into the local Harrisburg area.
There will be times to play games, sing karaoke and enjoy a campfire in the firepit. Camp Hebron's property has walking trails and there are local hiking trails nearby.
Meal times will be set by the retreat center's dining room - meal times are the only non-flexible "event" for this weekend.Things to do in Harrisburg:
https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/harrisburg/Excursions may be organized to the Pennsylvania State Museum, Fort Hunter, the Harris-Cameron Mansion, America's Transportation Experience (AACA Car Museum), Indian Echo Caverns, Hershey Trolley Works, Zoo America, a mural and outdoor art walk, Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat
DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMMODATIONS
Private Rooms and Double Occupancy Rooms are in the Sylvan View Retreat Center
https://www.camphebron.org/lodging/sylvan-view
Sylvan View has 35 motel style rooms which were recently updated. At the link above, scroll down for 360 degree photos of each room style.
Each room has a private bath.
The dining room and recreation rooms are in the Sylvan View Retreat Center.
Bed linens and bath towels are provided. Bring your clothes and other personal care items.Shared Dorm Type Lodging is in the Fern Glade Cottage
https://www.camphebron.org/lodging/fern-glade
Fern Glade is a two story cottage with 8 rooms and bunk beds in each room. Rooms will be assigned separately for men and women.
At the link above, scroll down for 360 photos of each room in Fern Glade.
There will be a MAXIMUM of 16 reservations sold for the Fern Glade Cottage.
There are 3 full bathrooms in Fern Glade and additional bathrooms/showers in the gym.
Bed Linens and towels are not provided. Bring your own bedding and bath towels in addition to your clothes and personal care items. You may also bring a pillow and sleeping bag.ROOMMATES for double-occupancy in Sylvan View and shared dorm style lodging in Fern Glade
Singlefaith prefers that you specify the name of your roommate (double occupancy) or roommates (triple occupancy) at the time you register and pay. Singlefaith will attempt to assist in matching you up with a roommate, but there is no guarantee a roommate will be found to share with you.
The request is that you find a roommate(s) and then register and pay around the same time or within a few days of one another.
Send questions via email to info@singlefaith.orgCANCELATION POLICY
See the link below for the complete cancelation policy:
https://www.singlefaith.org/event-details/christian-singles-weekend-getaway-1
You must also check a box to agree to the cancelation policy when you make a reservation. - Old Rag Mountain - Full Day Hike - Etlan, VAOld Rag Mountain , Etlan , VA
To Do List for Old Rag Mountain
(updated by Charles on Sunday 10/20/24)
for our hike on Saturday 11/9/24 at 8:30am- set-up an account at recreation.gov here:
Recreation.gov - Camping, Cabins, RVs, Permits, Passes & More - ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2024 AT 10AM, go to the Old Rag Day-Use Ticket site and log-in here: Old Rag Day-Use Ticket, Old Rag Mountain Tickets - Recreation.gov to purchase your day-use ticket (don’t delay – tickets go fast)
- We recommend getting a hotel room nearby for the night before the hike (and perhaps after the hike). I will have a reservation the night before the hike (Friday night 11/8/24) at: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Culpeper at 885 Willis Ln, Culpeper, VA 22701. Phone is (540) 829-0330. If you’d like, you can meet me there the night before the hike, in the lobby, at 8:30pm. You can reach me at 4434009130.
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Hike info: Saturday, November 9 at 8:30am. This is a very difficult, full day hike. We start at 8:30am and it will take until at least 5pm, maybe longer, including lunch. This is a long, steep, difficult hike with beautiful views at the summit. Highly recommend staying in lodging nearby on the night before the hike and on the night after the hike. Meet at 8:30am at the Old Rag Mountain Ranger Station at: 2577 Nethers Rd, Etlan, VA 22719.
Note: you must purchase a day-use pass no more than 30 days prior to the hike from the National Park Service. See here. Bring your own lunch, beverages and first aid kit. All are welcome: men and women, young and old (anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult family member). Not for beginners; this is a very physically-challenging hike.
Come solo or with friends and family, enjoy God's beautiful creation, and make new friends and connections. WE HIKE RAIN OR SHINE. IF IT'S RAINING (OR MAY RAIN) BRING YOUR HAT AND RAIN PONCHO. For questions, contact Charles on this meetup site. We hope to see you there! If you have suggestions for hiking sites, please let us know!
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About Faith Community Church. This Meetup Group is associated with Faith Community Church at 1306 Riedel Road, Gambrills, MD 21054. Please join us for services at 9am or 10:30am each Sunday. Between services, Adult Bible Studies are available. We have Sunday School for children of all ages. More information is available here.
Men’s Bible Study - meets each Saturday at 7:30am at the church in Activity Room 1. Led by Bob, a former missionary to Russia, who does a wonderful job discussing the scripture reading with us. (I come to many of these; let me know if you’d like to meet me there).
Men’s Fraternity - meets each Monday night at 7pm in Activity Room 2. Led by Chuck - who leads us through the book we're studying with wonderful insights and humor. (I come to many of these; let me know if you’d like to meet me there).
Some of our ministries & additional information:
Men’s Groups – see here
Women's Groups – see here
Children's Ministry - see here
Student Ministry – see here
Choir, Music & Tech Teams – see here
Adult Bible Studies - see here
Culture & Vision – see here
Sunday services at 9am and 10:45am - see here. (I usually go to the 10:30 service; I sit on the right side after you enter the sanctuary, in the back; let me know if you'd like to meet me there).
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He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. Ecclesiastes 3:11 (NIV).
A lovely hymn: O The Deep, Deep Love of Jesus by Indelible Grace
Alistair Begg discussing The Man on the Middle Cross - set-up an account at recreation.gov here: