How FaithConnect Works
Your journey from registration to God-honouring marriage — with faith at the centre and support every step of the way
Last Updated: March 15, 2026
Create Your Profile
Sign up and complete your profile with your faith background, interests, and what you're looking for in a partner.
- Fill in personal details (name, age, location)
- Share your faith journey and denomination
- Upload clear profile photos
- Write a compelling bio about yourself
- Indicate your church involvement and spiritual gifts
Get Verified
Submit 2 references to complete our verification process and earn your verification badge.
- Submit 2 references:
- • Religious Reference: Pastor, elder, or church leader
- • Character Reference: Close friend, colleague, or mentor (NOT immediate family or romantic partner)
- Share our info sheet with your references beforehand
- Our admin team contacts your references
- References verify your identity and faith
- Receive your verification badge
- Badge unlocks ability to schedule meetings
Discover & Match
Discover verified Christian profiles and show interest. When both of you are interested, it's a match!
- Discover profiles filtered by your preferences
- View match percentages based on compatibility
- Customize match criteria in Settings (optional)
- Show interest by clicking the heart icon
- Save profiles to review later with bookmark icon
- Pass on profiles that aren't right for you
- Receive notifications when someone's interested
- Mutual interest creates a match!
- Only verified users can schedule meetings
Book Your Guided Introduction
Schedule your first meeting - a verified, three-way introductory video call with a Courtship Mentor.
- Go to Meetings page and select your match
- Choose 2-3 available meeting times
- Your match has 7 days to select a time
- Courtship Mentor adds Zoom link once time is confirmed
- Receive meeting preparation materials 24h before
- One meeting at a time policy ensures focused attention
Meet with Admin Support
Your first meeting is a Guided Introduction - a 3-way video call with you, your match, and a Courtship Mentor.
- Courtship Mentor facilitates introductions
- Icebreaker questions help conversation flow
- Safe, accountable environment
- 30 minute structured meeting
- Courtship Mentor guides but lets you connect naturally
- Both parties confirm if they want to continue
Connect & Communicate
If you both want to continue, you become a FaithMatch! Private contact info is released and you can message directly.
- Both agree to continue after Guided Introduction
- Become a "FaithMatch"
- Last name and church name are shared
- Can exchange phone numbers if desired
- Message through the platform or directly
- Schedule future meetings without Courtship Mentor (optional)
Ongoing Support & Growth
Continue getting to know each other with ongoing support. Request follow-up mentorship and counseling if needed.
- Request counseling sessions anytime
- Access marriage preparation resources
- Complete 5-lesson marriage prep program together
- Build a Christ-centered relationship
- Courtship Mentor team available for guidance anytime
- Prayer support and spiritual guidance
Celebrate Your Engagement!
When you're ready to take the next step, celebrate with your FaithConnect family!
- Share your engagement news with us
- Receive congratulations from the community
- Access additional pre-marriage resources
- Optional: Share your testimony to inspire others
- Continue your journey towards marriage!
Preparation Programs
Two comprehensive programs to prepare you for a God-honoring relationship
5 foundational lessons focused on preparing yourself before meeting anyone. Each lesson = 1 star. Complete all lessons to earn your ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating displayed on your profile.
What You'll Learn:
- Self-Awareness: Am I ready? Healing, attachment styles
- Dating Foundations: Biblical courtship principles
- Communication: Expressing needs & active listening
- Personal Finances: Managing your money wisely
- Spiritual Foundation: God first, spiritual discernment
💡 Why Required: Ensures serious, prepared members before matching
Optional program for couples in courtship. Unlocks automatically after your first Guided Introduction and becoming FaithMatches. Highly recommended for deeper relationship building.
What You'll Learn:
- Couple Communication: Discussing expectations together
- Conflict Resolution: Healthy disagreements & forgiveness
- Intimacy & Boundaries: Physical boundaries in courtship
- Joint Finances: Budgeting & goals as a couple
- Marriage Planning: Roles, family, spiritual home
🔓 Unlocks: After completing your first Guided Introduction
Group Counseling Sessions
Join live group sessions with other members and Courtship Mentors
For Singles
Dating prep, self-awareness, spiritual growth topics
For Couples
Communication, conflict, courtship challenges
Mixed Groups
Community discussions, testimonies, Q&A
Session Features:
- Live Zoom sessions with Courtship Mentors
- Safe space for questions and sharing
- Recordings available if you can't attend live
- Additional resources and materials provided
- Some sessions are free; others may carry a small fee for free-tier members. Premium members always attend free
- Earn Community Badges for attendance milestones (3, 5, and 10 workshops)
What Makes Us Different
Verified Community
Every member verified through 2 references checked by our Courtship Mentor team.
Courtship Mentor-Guided First Meetings
Safe, mentored introductions for every match
One Meeting at a Time
Focused, intentional connections - not endless swiping
Marriage Preparation
Free 5-lesson program to build a strong foundation
Ongoing Counseling
Request help from Courtship Mentors anytime
Privacy Protected
Private info only shared after successful first meeting
Are You a Church Leader?
We partner with churches across the UK. Learn how your church can support singles seeking godly marriage.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Join Christians finding meaningful, faith-centered connections