Church members who have never married or are divorced or widowed make up a significant portion of Church membership. Single members comprise two groups: young single adults (ages 18 through 30) and single adults (ages 31 and older).

Priesthood leaders should be aware of the needs of members who are single and provide them opportunities for growth and service. While single members may, at some times in their lives, feel a need to participate in wards or special activities for single members, all members of the Church should associate together as "fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God" (Ephesians 2:19). In addition to the information provided under Learn More below, see the Church Handbook of Instructions, Book 1: Stake Presidencies and Bishoprics (1998), 109–12.