CALLING ALL CHRISTIAN SINGLES GROUPS

ALLIES MINISTRY Twin Lakes Church, Aptos (in Santa Cruz County):
This is a single adult ministry open to all ages. They have prayer meetings, social gatherings, studies, and more. For additional info and / or to be added to their email list, contact Jacque at jacquejames1@aol.com or visit their Web site at : www.tlc.org

CALVARY CHURCH OF LOS GATOS 16330 Los Gatos Blvd.
They have two programs, for further details on either, call (408) 356-5126 or email: tmcenroe@calvarylg.com or visit www.calvarylosgatos.org

• Common Ground is a diverse group of singles with ages from the late 20's to the early 50's. They meet weekly on the Calvary campus in room D-105 from 10 to 11 am for teaching, fellowship and worship. Social events are planned each month and they hold an annual singles retreat.
• Divorce recovery workshops are held weekly during a portion of the year. The group is for those who are divorced or separated, or who have ended a significant relationship. They meet in room D-109, from 7 to 8:30 pm.

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 www.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 or email Elinor Tanck etanck@yahoo.com

CHRISTIAN SINGLES FELLOWSHIP is a group of single men and women ages 40s and 50s throughout the Bay Area seeking spiritual growth and new friendships through sharing food ($10.00 for dinner), singing and fun at St. Lucy's (Catholic) Parish Activity Center, 2350 Winchester Blvd., Campbell. For details, contact Linda Johnson, event/message line at (408) 535-0368 or Father Dave Mercer, (408) 378-2464 or visit their Website: www.stlucy-campbell.org, or e-mail: singles@stlucy-campbell.org . Invite your friends, all are welcome! They meet on the third Friday of the month from 6:45-9 pm at St. Lucy's Parish Activity Center in Campbell . ($10.00 paid at the door). No RSVP needed.

CHURCH OF THE HIGHLANDS
Singles Ministry, 1900 Monterey Dr. , San Bruno , (650) 742-6228.
They have a Sunday Morning class, other special classes, and various social events and meetings. For more details, contact the church. Ask for Pastor David Smith or email him at singles@churchofthehighlands.org. Also visit their website at: www.churchofthehighlands.org .

FREMONT CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER, 2450 Durham Road , Fremont , CA 94539 . Their group is for singles ages 22 and up. Carrie Mountain is their leader and can be reached at carriemtn@sbcglobal.net.

KOINONIA KOFFEEHOUSE 1755 S. Winchester Blvd., Campbell. Concerts on most Fridays. Doors open at 7:30 pm; shows start at 8:15 pm. Sponsored by the Home Church. Located near intersection of Hwy. 280 & 880 in the San Jose area. The Koffeehouse features popular Christian music groups, gourmet coffees and teas, sodas, desserts and, of course, fellowship. Cover charge is $7 (special shows might be higher); $2.50 for children 3 to 11. They also have a game room. For details, check their web site, call their hotline 408-370-5167, or e-mail kkh@koinonia.com

LOS ALTOS, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 625 Magdalena Ave., Los Altos.

• The Bridge is a post college ministry for singles. They meet on Sundays at 11 am, in Room 221 at the church for worship, teaching, and interaction focused on Scripture. On Tuesdays they gather at 7:30 pm at Cole's house. For more information, contact Dan Seitz at dan.seitz@fbcla.org or 650-948-5698 x117 or check www.fbcla.org

MENLO PARK PRESBYTERIAN 950 Santa Cruz Ave.
Menlo Park has two ministries for different ages. They also have special programs like Relationship Recovery. On Sundays, they have worship and fellowship at 11:00 a.m. in the Garden Court Room, located at 935 Santa Cruz Ave , Menlo Park.

• The Journey is their ministry for folks in the 30's and 40's. They have a full menu of activities and studies for Christian singles. To learn more about this group, use the contacts below.
• Christian Singles Together is a diverse, dynamic, Christ-based group of singles aged 50+. Their mission is to attract, equip and engage those of our generation in meeting our unique spiritual, physical, recreational and relational needs. They enjoy a variety of activities including hiking, dances, concerts, sports activities, dinners, and other events all in the context of Christian community. They also have a number of home groups that meet weekly to study the Bible. Contacts: Karl Miller, Pastor to Singles, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church (kmiller@mppc.org) or Diane Lopez, administrative assistant to Adult Ministries (650) 323-8690 or dlopez@mppc.org or visit http://www.mppc.org

NORTH BAY CHRISTIAN HIKERS (NBCH) is a group of committed Christians who want to share the good news of Jesus Christ in a safe and nurturing environment. They plan variety of outdoor activities throughout the year and enjoy fellowship. These hikes are considered at a level for adults. Children are welcome on the walks and short hikes. Married and unmarried all are welcome to join us as are Christian and non-Christians. The hikes are rated from easy to difficult. Their activities are always alcohol-free. Before each hike everyone is require to sign the permission form. For details and any questions, contact nbchhikers@aol.com or call Sunnie at (707) 566-8046; or visit http://www.northbaychristianhikers.com

PENINSULA COVENANT CHURCH 3560 Farm Hill Road, Redwood City.
Their Singles Ministry is geared toward singles, ages 25-40, who are seeking fellowship, learning and fun activities. They meet on Sundays at 4 pm in the Fireside Room (Room 20) in Fellowship Hall. Monthly outings include community service projects, skiing, camping or just hanging out. For details, contact Pastor Tony Gapastione at tonyg@peninsulacovenant.com or (650) 365-8094, ext. 252 or www.peninsulacovenant.com/Ministries/singlesGroup.html

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Thomas Aquinas Pastoral Center, 3290 Middlefield Rd , Palo Alto , 94306:
AGE OF AQUINAS, is the group at St. Thomas for Christian singles 40+
TRANSITIONS, is a support group for those experiencing the end of a significant relationship. They have regular meetings with guess speakers and other events. For more about any of their programs, contact Randy Jones at age-of-aquinas@paloaltocatholic.org, or call 408 739 2881. You can also visit: paloaltocatholic.org/AofA.html
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SARATOGA FEDERATED CHURCH (SFC) SINGLE'S MINISTRY, 20390 Park Place , Saratoga .
Sundays at 10:30 am in the Chapel, for singing, fellowship and peer-led, small group study. They also have an on-going calendar of social events. They exist to provide a Christ-centered community to serve single adults desiring fellowship with other believers. Their goal is to create a community with other Christians, to help them grow in their faith with the Lord, and to provide opportunities for social activities and community service. To learn more, call 408-867-1000 or visit their website at: www.saratogafederated.org/ministries/singles.htm. Contact links for the group leaders are listed on this website.

SOUTH HILLS COMMUNITY CHURCH 6601 Camden Ave., San Jose. Their Singles meet at 9 am, Sundays, in room C603 for fellowship, prayer and Bible study. For more information, call the church at 408-268-1676.

SOUTH VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH 590 Shawnee Lane, San Jose, CA 95123, To learn more about their singles ministry, call the church at 408-972-4377 or e-mail mluna@blueneptune.com. You can also visit their Web site at: http://www.svcc.com

SOUTH VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH 8095 Kelton Dr., Gilroy.
For details about their singles program, call the church at (408) 848-2363 or check their web site at www.svccgilroy.com.