Dawn Vanderwerf - Executive director
Dawn VanderWerf founded Single Parent Ministries in 2012 as a divorced single mom after discovering the biblical definition of “widows and fatherless” includes most single parent families. As an author, speaker, and co-founder of The Single Parenting Summit, Dawn is passionate about helping churches and leaders expand their influence by understanding and ministering to the unique needs of single parent families in their communities
Dawn Corona - Church Education Director
Dawn Corona led a post-abortive recovery group, then joined Cradles of Grace, supporting women in unplanned pregnancy. She later directed Parent Life for Youth for Christ, also serving with Suncoast Youth for Christ. Her passion for single parent support led her to join our team in March 2024.
Fresh start is in partnership with the Singles network Ministry, whose purpose is to impact the lives of single adults through individual mentoring and partnering with the local church to build Biblical community. To teach single adults to find Christ, become whole and, in turn, teach others to do the same.
Kris Swiatocho
Vivacious. Knowledgeable. Passionate. That's Kris Swiatocho, Director of Kris Swiatocho Ministries. For over 30 years, Kris has served in ministry worldwide. An accomplished trainer, mentor, and author, Kris, led by the Holy Spirit, has the heart to reach and grow people so they will, in turn, reach and grow others for the kingdom.
