Single Vine

The Single Vine is an inviting community of single adults, ages 30 and older, who are:

  • Committed to Christ, the true vine
  • Connected to each other
  • Growing in Maturity
  • Serving with purpose

No church affiliation is required to participate in Single Vine events; if you are single, you are welcome!

Special Events

* Starred events are open to supervised children. Others are adults only.

Big Game Bowl Party*
February 5, 5:00 PM, Buffalo Wild Wings, Town and Country

We’ll be surrounded by televisions in our own private room for the professional football championship game. Even if the game isn’t great, the wings and fun friendship will be awesome! 262 E. Stroop Rd., 424-3999.

Valentine Dance Decorating*
February 11, Noon, Founders Hall

Help transform Founders Hall into a welcoming Valentine paradise as we prepare for the hundreds of guests who will be attending the singles dance.

Valentine Dance
February 11, 7:30 PM, Founders Hall

Don’t miss the biggest dance of the year! We expect over 500 singles so come join the fun whether you like to dance or just mingle. Doors open at 7:30 PM for a spectacular appetizer buffet with dancing from 8 to 11 PM. Admission is $10 at the door and includes appetizers and beverages. If you would be willing to serve for half an hour at the dance, please email us at SingleVine@fairhavenchurch.org

Apples to Apples Gamefest*
Feb. 18, 7:30 PM, The MAC

Calling all Apple fanatics…here is your chance to get your fill of this wildly popular game. Never played? Come discover the fun! Other games will also be available or bring your own. Please bring a snack to share. Kids welcome!

Spontaneous Singles*
February 25, 7:15 PM, Worship Lobby

Be spontaneous with other singles in heading out on the town. Meet in the lobby after the 6 PM service to decide how to enjoy the evening. Bring your ideas!

Gathering Potluck and TNT!
February 28, 7:00 PM, The MAC

What could be better than eating a nice meal with friends and then hearing two singles share their stories at the gathering’s once a month potluck and Tuesday Night Testimonies (TNT)? Come be fed and encouraged by the journey of others! Please bring a dish to share.

Dining Out*
March 3, 7:30 PM, Marion’s Pizza Centerville

Some people say this is the best pizza in town; come find out if they are right! Of course the fellowship with Single Vine is always hard to beat. Remember, Marion’s is cash-only and does not accept coupons on Saturday nights. 241 N. Main St., 433-3993.

Singles Night at Common Ground
March 10, 7:30 PM, Common Ground Cafe

Common Ground is Fairhaven’s beautiful new café and a perfect place for singles to mingle. Join us for this fun night with ice breakers, door prizes, and of course great coffee drinks and light snacks.

Guys vs. Gals
March 17, 7:30 PM, The MAC

We’ll have some friendly competition between the sexes as we play some large group games together. Come root for your gender and join in the fun! Please bring a snack to share.

Roller Skating*
March 24, 7:30 PM, Skateworld of Kettering

Come relive your childhood (or discover what you missed) as we enjoy laughter and fun on wheels. Or just come watch (free) and be entertained! Skateworld, 1601 E. David Rd., Kettering. $8 admission plus $3 for skate rental if needed.

Gathering Potluck and TNT!
March 27, 7:00 PM, The MAC

What could be better than eating a nice meal with friends and then hearing two singles share their stories at the gathering’s once a month potluck and Tuesday Night Testimonies (TNT)? Come be fed and encouraged by the journey of others! Please bring a dish to share.

Spontaneous Singles*
March 31, 7:15 PM, Worship Lobby

Be spontaneous with other singles in heading out on the town. Meet in the lobby after the 6 PM service to decide how to enjoy the evening. Bring your ideas!

Recurring Events

Singles Gathering
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, The MAC

The Gathering is the heart of our singles ministry where good friendships are made. Join us for fun fellowship, discussion, snacks, and study. In January we begin a new series: Your Move, by Andy Stanley. Life is string of decisions...Your Move offers help for times when we don’t know which move to make. On the fourth Tuesday of each month, we pause our study series for a potluck and testimonies (see description of TNT night). The Gathering is the best way to get connected to the Single Vine!

DivorceCare

This seminar/support group will help you find hope and healing in the midst of a separation or post-divorce. The next session begins Tuesday Feb. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and runs for thirteen weeks. $20 registration fee includes workbook; scholarships available. Please contact in the church office (937-434-8627 ext. 155) for more information or to register.

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Singles on Saturday (SOS)

Join us at 6:00 PM for the casual Saturday night worship service at Fairhaven Church; we sit near the back on the left as you enter. Nursery available; children’s program for age 3 through elementary. Join us for an activity afterward on most Saturdays.

Pre-engagement/Pre-marital assessment

Engaged or just thinking about it? Get your marriage off to the best possible start by taking Prepare-Enrich’s extensive on-line assessment and then meeting with a trained facilitator to review the results and do selected exercises targeting your growth areas. Cost $30 includes assessment report and up to eight follow-up sessions. To register or for more information, please contact in the church office (937-434-8627 ext. 155).

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The Single Vine is an inviting community of single adults, ages 30 and older, who are:

  • Committed to Christ, the true vine
  • Connected to each other
  • Growing in Maturity
  • Serving with purpose

We’d love to have you join us in beginning a ministry targeted to single adults. If this ministry interests you, please contact the church office (937-836-1069).