Lift someone this week
Service is one of the quickest ways to build all five relationships. Here is what the Church’s handbook says, and simple ways to start.
“Community service is among the foremost ways that young single adults are spiritually strengthened.”General Handbook 14.2.2.1
Ideas from the handbook
Service activities can focus on (14.2.2.1):
- Welfare and self-reliance
- Family history
- Community outreach
- Sharing the gospel
- Strengthening new and returning members
- Humanitarian needs locally or elsewhere
“Where it is available, JustServe.org suggests service opportunities for both individuals and groups.”
More ways to serve
Welcome someone new
“Some young single adults move frequently. Young single adults may periodically organize activities to find and welcome other young single adults in the stake.” 14.2.3
Help the missionaries
“Young single adults may be particularly helpful in teaching with and supporting full-time missionaries.” 14.2.3
Temple and family history
The handbook lists ways to take part, including: “Serve as temple workers” · “Participate in ordinances for the deceased.” · “Identify ancestors who need temple ordinances (see FamilySearch.org).” · “Participate in family history volunteer activities.” 14.2.4
Minister to one person
Your ministering assignment is a real relationship. Send a text, share a meal, or sit together on Sunday.
Lead it yourself
The Strengthening Young Single Adults manual says: “Ensure that young single adults lead the effort.” Pick a project, invite two friends, and tell your YA leaders. Source
Small ways to serve, any week
Simple ideas, not official guidance.
- Give someone a ride to church or an activity.
- Save a seat and introduce yourself to someone you don’t know.
- Help a ward member move.
- Drop off a treat for someone who has been missing.
- Offer to teach, play music, or help set up for an activity.