Speed Dating Could be the Solution!

*Written by Clarissa E. for My 20 First Dates

Our churches are filled with single people who are on fire for the Lord, who go out of their way to serve and minister to others. But more and more, single evangelical Christians are confused about what their attitude should be as they wait to reach the next phase in life. Is kissing dating goodbye really their only option?

Boundless.org, a webzine geared towards evangelical Christians quotes from Shmuley Boteach’s book Why Can't I Fall in Love?

I frequently hear people telling their friends, 'The reason you don't fall in love is that you want love too badly.... People can smell the need on you. Love won't find you until you stop looking for it.

Sound familiar? Looking for love has become something to be embarrassed about. You don't hear people talking about unemployment this way: "I used to go to job interviews, looking to get hired by law firms. I found it absolutely humiliating, having to cozy up to the partners to get them to give me a job. So I decided I will never go for an interview again. I'll just live on the streets, with no money and no food. If some guy comes and offers me a job, I'll take it, but I will never search for it again."

(http://www.boundless.org/2005/articles/a0001786.cfm)
For evangelical Christians who want to be intentional about dating and would like to go beyond their immediate social circles, speed dating may be the solution.

Speed dating has its roots in the Jewish community. Rabbi Yaacov Deyo conceived this system as a way to help Jewish singles meet people who share their faith. Speed dating is a fast, fun and safe way to meet and date lots of single professionals in one night. Men and women are rotated to meet each other over a series of 20 First Dates, lasting 5 minutes each.

Events company My 20 First Dates is at the forefront of niche speed dating in the country, having organized successful events for the Chinoy community. Now the time has come for Filipino Christians from Bible-based churches who are interested in meeting fellow Christian singles and seeing where it leads.

LIGHT THE NIGHT - A Christian Speed Dating Event
for ladies 25 and above, and gentlemen 28 and above
ticket price is P1,000 per person
includes dinner, drinks and 20 dates

May 20, 2011, Friday 7pm La Regalade French Bistro
820 Arnaiz St. Makati City

Please spread the word about this event geared specifically for Christian singles. Check out www.my20firstdates.com for more information. Registration prior to the event via My 20 First Date’s official website is necessary. Slots are running out fast!