5 ways to welcome single people this Christmas

It might be the season of goodwill and a time of celebration, but Christmas can also be hard for those who are on their own. Beth Collingridge shares some easy ways we can make sure everyone enjoys the festive season

Christmas can be the hardest time of year for single people of all ages. That’s what Single Friendly Church Network discovered when they ran a survey last year on single people’s experiences of church at Christmas. We found that 70 per cent of respondents struggled with at least some aspects of Christmas.

A season that should be about warmth and welcome can become isolating when churches shut down for the holidays and families focus inwards to spend time together.

But there are practical things that we can all do to help make Christmas a joyful and inclusive experience for everyone. Here’s some ideas from the team at Single Friendly Church Network: