Success Stories

When couples who met on Christian Connection get in touch to share their stories we love to know how they first began to connect in person. What did they choose to do on their first date? What hobbies or interests did they share that made their dating journey fun and unique? What became their ‘go to’ activities or places as their relationship developed? We’ve learned of so many great #MetOnCC date ideas, we’ve created a blog series to share them! Here are the ABCs of tried and tested, real life Christian Connection couples’ dating ideas, to get started…

“Rob and Andrea had on-off been part of Christian Connection for a number of years, both with a conviction to meet a faithful Christian partner, but in April 2023 Andrea had re-signed up to give online dating “one final go”. She had met a few people in the past but they hadn’t worked out, but this time Andrea spotted a guy hosting regular online meetups of Zoom Karaoke and, having looked on his profile, gave him a “wave”…

Every year more and more couples share the wonderful stories of how they met on Christian Connection and what has happened since. We make sure to ask them what advice they have for single Christians based on their own experiences, and their answers never disappoint. Read their thoughtful and wise suggestions and be encouraged.

“No-one can know the ending without turning each page,” wrote Matthew, when he got in touch to share the story of meeting Marissa on Christian Connection. For every couple who first connects through CC there’s a journey of discovery – from first spotting a well-crafted profile, to saying hello to someone new through a wave or message, to starting that first conversation. When two people realise they’ve found something they want to explore in person and that something might lead to lasting love, we’re thrilled we could help! Each #MetOnCC story is a testimony to their willingness to step out in faith.

When Amy and Ian first met on Christian Connection they were living hundreds of miles apart. Using the distance to have deep conversations before they met in person, they built a relationship that has since involved a relocation, a beautiful surprise proposal, a game-filled wedding in a historic church and a new addition to their family. “One of the best things is that this always feels like it’s meant to be,” says Ian. “It feels like we have always known each other.”

“I have now been happily married for 10 years with the first man I met on Christian Connection. It was obviously meant to be,” wrote Roz, as she shared the story of how she met her husband Kelvin and their life together since they first connected. We know that single Christians who join CC are looking for someone who shares their faith and values, that will give them a strong foundation to build a lasting relationship. Their stories and experiences are full of tried and tested guidance for making connections that go the distance – each one starting with being brave and becoming a member!

Every Christian Connection meeting story is unique. For Ian and Karen, their connection meant a major life change: “I’d never had a boyfriend before meeting him, and thought all hope was lost. I still can’t believe it finally happened,” says Karen. They got in touch to share their encouraging story – and some beautiful wedding photos!

“I actually wasn’t even going to give him a look. I was living in Melbourne, and Jamie was in Adelaide…” When Angelique and Jamie first connected on Christian Connection they lived 12 hours apart. Find out how their relationship developed from a wave to a New Year proposal, to a life-changing relocation and a beautiful Italian-style wedding…