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East Bay Area Singles Group Directory

'BELAY' - Single Parents Group, meeting on alternating Sundays from 7 to 8:30 pm. 'Belay' is a peer group for single parents with the purpose of providing mutual support and fun. They meet every other week at the Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church, 1801 Lacassie in Room 301. (For directions, visit the website at www.wcpres.org.) For questions and to verify meeting dates, contact Susan at susan@susansplace.org or (925) 687-7784; or Jane at janedy@astound.net or at (925) 639-1966. For childcare, call 48 hours in advance to reserve a place: (925) 935-1574 x842.

CALVARY TEMPLE, 4725 Evora Road, Concord

Highlife Single Adult Ministry has several groups for singles. They have a joint meeting that attracts a large crowd on Sundays in rooms 221-223 at the church. The groups have weekly Bible studies and special gatherings like pot-luck dinners and game nights.

• The Rock: for ages 40+.
• The Gap: is for ages 26-41.

THE CATHOLIC ALUMNI CLUB of the San Francisco Bay Area

THE CATHOLIC ALUMNI CLUB of the San Francisco Bay Area is a social organization for single Catholic professional men and women. Its purpose is to provide a friendly setting for singles of similar educational backgrounds, to meet and develop friendships with people who share their faith.
Members of the Catholic Alumni Club of the San Francisco Bay Area live in cities from Santa Rosa in the North Bay to Los Gatos in the South Bay and East Bay communities. Membership dues are $25 a year, prorated during the calendar year only for new members. Their Web Site address is CatholicSingles-SFBayArea.com. For more information call: 650-637-0865 or 408-738-2511, or write to: Membership Chairman P.O. Box 62136 , Sunnyvale , CA 94088-2136
email: Elinor Tanck: etanck@yahoo.com

CORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP, 348 North Canyons Parkway, Livermore. 925-447-3465.

• Focus meets at 7 pm on Thursdays in the Chapel in the Ministry Center. They focus on building interpersonal relationships and a more intimate relationship with Jesus through worship, studying the Word, and hosting special speakers. Social events include their popular dinners for six on the third Saturday of each month for only $8. For more about the dinners or the ministry, call Dave Matas at 925-447-3465 ext. 313 or at 925-784-6342, or email Dave at davem@cornerstoneweb.org
• Transparency meets Sundays at 6:30 pm in the Chapel, for singles or married 25-35 year olds, an alternative to religion. For details, contact Kim at transparency@cornerstoneweb.org
• Fuel meets on Tuesday at 7:30 pm and is for singles 19-25 years of age.

ELIFE CONNECTIONS

Elife Connections is a community network helping individuals to develop friendships. All eLife activities are hosted by approved and trained community volunteers, called eLife Activity Hosts. Their Hosts are Christians who are committed to creating environments that are inviting and comfortable for guests, regardless of cultural background, religion or diversity. The group is based in Sacramento, but also offers activities in Vacaville and the Bay Area. Visit their website and create a guest account to learn more.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP, 577 Manor Blvd., San Leandro.

• CIA (Christians In Action) meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for Bible study across from the church in the corner office suite of Manor Grill Restaurant. ALL Singles meet on the first and third Friday at 7 p.m. in the Youth Arena Fellowship Hall at the church. Their meetings feature a speaker, followed by food and fellowship, and sometimes games or activity. They also have coffee fellowship at a local eatery and organized outside activities such as A's games, etc.

GOLDEN HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH, 2401 Shady Willow Lane, Brentwood.

• Single Adult Ministry is open to all ages and they gather for fellowship and Bible study. We have two Care Groups that meet during the week. The contact person for the groups is Dana Wilson at (925)-513-9299. For more information on their single's ministry, please call Pastor Dennis DeFrates at (925) 516-0653 X146 or visit www.goldenhills.org

NEIGHBORHOOD CHURCH, PRIMETIME SINGLES MINISTRY, 20600 John Drive, Castro Valley.

This is the church with the three big crosses off of Hwy. 580. For general information, call 510-537-4690 or check out their website, www.3crosses.org.

• Prime Time Singles is led by Don and Vickie Rodgers-Davis. To learn more, email DonnVickieDavis@yahoo.com or the church office - Susan Okamura at susanok@3crosses.org or call 510 537-4690.
• Single Parents Ministry meets at Neighborhood on Saturdays, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Room D-2. Kids Hangout/childcare provided in Room C-3. Jhonna Eckel is the Ministry Leader/Facilitator. You can reach her at jelaure@earthlink.net
• Divorce Care Mondays, 7 pm
• Grief Share Mondays, 7 pm
• Continued Care Tuesdays, 7:30 pm. 12-Step help for addiction struggles.
• Young Singles Brent Eldridge (www.networkministries@3crosses.org)

NEW LIFE CHURCH, Single Purpose, 2501 Danville Blvd., Alamo.

• Their group ranges in age from the 30's through 60's. Join them for weekly Bible studies and special events throughout the year. They are about fellowship and fun, building friendships with like minded singles. To learn more, call Carolyn Hastings at 925-314-1504 to receive emails/notices. Everyone is welcome.

NORTH BAY CHRISTIAN HIKERS (NBCH)

They are a group of committed Christians who want to share the good news of Jesus Christ in a safe and nurturing environment. They celebrated their fourth anniversary on April 2005. They plan a variety of outdoor activities through out the year and enjoy fellowship. For details contact nbchhikers@aol.com or Sunnie 707-566-8046 or visit www.northbaychristianhikers.com

NORTHCREEK CHURCH, 2303 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek.

They offer singles two groups.
• Kaleo is for 20s singles. They meet at 9:00 am on Sundays and also at 7:00 pm on Thursdays (prayer, Bible study). Activities include retreats, service projects and various events.
• Doulos is for 30s and over singles. They meet at 10:45 am on Sundays. Monthly activities include prayer meetings, service projects, Sunday lunches, and various events. For more information or directions, call 925-210-9036 or check the church website: www.northcreek.org

PARENTING AGAIN is a support group to help grandparents taking a major role in raising grandchildren. They meet at 5:30 pm on the second Saturday of each month in the Fireside Room, of the Olive Building , at Valley Christian Center , 7500 Inspiration Drive , Dublin . Children are welcome. For more info, call 925-734-8772, voice mail box 5 .

SAN RAMON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SINGLES, (SRPC)

To learn more about their ministry, contact Mary Hanson at 925-479-9906 or at maryhanson3@comcast.net

SOLANO CHRISTIAN SINGLES of Solano County

Meets every 3rd Saturday of the month. Join them for fellowship, dinner (pot lucks / BBQ / restaurant) and other activities. They are not a 'dating' group. For more info on this group and their activities, visit their website or e-mail: solanochristiansingles@juno.com

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore.

• Single Adult Ministry offers special activities plus four classes that all meet at 9:45 am on Sundays at the church. One class is for college students; another is Generation Xers; a third for median ages; and a fourth for older singles. For details., call the church at 925-447-1848.

TRUE LOVE BAPTIST CHURCH, 1956 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fairfield, CA.

• Singles Ministry for ages ranges from 20's to over 50, meeting on the second Saturday of the month at noon in the church fellowship hall. For more information, call 707-426-2776.

TRUE NORTH, Contra Costa County

TRUE NORTH is a multi-church fellowship of single Christians in Central Contra Costa County . They have a monthly gathering called 'The Feast', usually on the 4th Friday, from 7 to 9 pm at Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church (in the gym), 1801 Lacassie Ave., Walnut Creek. This is a fun, informal gathering that includes food (hors d'oeuvres, snacks, dessert), conversation, and inspiration. (For directions, visit www.wcpres.org.) TRUE NORTH has many other activities including: hikes, dinners, theater, movies, service / ministry projects, and special events. They also have a weekly Bible study, 'The Factor', on Tuesdays from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, at Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church. Pastor Jane DeYoung is the group's leader/teacher. Her email is jane@truenorthfellowship.org
For more details, visit www.truenorthfellowship.org or call Jane DeYoung at (925) 639-1966.