By STAFF WRITER, For the Guardian

The 21st Century demands individuals who are visionary, innovative and influential; those who can make a positive impact in every sphere. The same can be said of the Kingdom of God as it seeks to influence the earth with its culture by empowering its citizens to be dynamic agents of change, to make a significant difference wherever they are assigned on earth.

The singleton or single person is very much a part of this citizenry and has an important role to play in its development and growth. They represent an ever increasing segment of our society and are also a significant grouping in the Church.

'Single', for this purpose, is defined as unmarried adults, 18 years of age or older, who are single by chance, change, or choice (whether theirs or someone else's). They fall into one of the following categories:

Never married

Formerly married (divorced)

Widowed

Separated (the separated person is legally married but living a single lifestyle)

The challenges faced by singletons are very unique and include: identity as a single adult, dating, sexuality, finances, career direction, relating to parents, forgiveness (self and former spouse), grief recovery, loneliness, single parenting, marriage preparation, divorce recovery, and dealing with change.

With this perspective Bahamas Faith Ministries' P.E.O.P.L.E. Ministry, (a Ministry for Singles and Young Adults), is once again hosting a conference, its 3rd Annual Singles' Conference, which is scheduled for September 18 – 21, 2008, at 7:30 pm nightly.

The Theme for this year is "Single·Affluent·Influencer: A Dynamic Agent of Change," the scriptural focus is Matthew 13:33.

Speakers for the conference include Dr. Myles Munroe, (Host), Pastor Mark Graham, from Ontario, California and Dr. Wayne Thompson. We are especially delighted to have Minister Vicki Yohe as our guest artist. She is an anointed psalmist and worship leader, and a gifted writer with such beautiful songs as "In the presence of Jehovah", "(I'm running to the) Mercy Seat", "Deliverance is available to you" and "Because of who you are (I give you the glory)."

This year the Conference will include day sessions and workshops on Friday and Saturday, September 19 and 20, with a special workshop entitled, "How to Establish, Develop & Grow Your Single Adult Ministry," for those who are interested in such a ministry at their church. There will be a boat cruise on the evening of Saturday, September 20 and the event will climax with the presentation of special awards at the closing session on Sunday, September, 21, 2008.

All evening sessions are free.

We invite persons to come out and be inspired, motivated, uplifted and empowered to make a difference and change their world.