(re)introducing the church to men…and men to the church was the theme of the 2010 Man in the Mirror Annual Summit as men’s leaders gathered in Orlando, Florida on January 28-30 to worship, fellowship, learn and share. More than 180 different leaders and spouses attended the event this year from 31 states and Canada!The event began with a welcome reception, followed by a formal dinner at First Baptist Church Orlando. Kicking off the program after dinner was John Waller, singer/songwriter of “While I’m Waiting” from the movie Fireproof. John shared his heart for scripture and worship as he sang his best-known song, as well as some original and some well-known praise songs throughout the weekend.The Summit featured four main sessions, four workshops sessions and a round table discussion time. (To read this article in its entirety, go to www.maninthemirrorsummit.org)
Scottsdale Bible Church mens leadership team believes that nothing has the power to transform the world more than discipling men. It is for this reason that they hold the ministry philosophy of No Man Left Behind.Disciples are those who are called to walk with Christ, equipped to live like Christ and sent to work for Christ (1 Tim 3:15-17)For more details, check out their website: http://scottsdalebible.com/ministries/men
One of the easiest-to-understand concepts in the No Man Left Behind model is the “all inclusive mindset.” It’s simple. If you have 100 men in your church, then the size of your men’s ministry is 100.One of the hardest-to-implement concepts in the No Man Left Behind model is the ”all inclusive mindset.” Sure, you get it. But the rest of the leadership team in your church is not on board.
The problem is that men’s ministry has traditionally been thought of as “men only” groups and events. Some leaders just can’t conceive how a couple’s small group can be considered men’s ministry if women are there! But in the all-inclusive concept, “wherever” men are being discipled - that’s men’s ministry….from the worship service to the family fellowship dinner.Here’s an idea. Start communicating that the name of your church is also the name of your men’s ministry. It doesn’t literally have to be the same, but you can use this idea to make a point.From the front, announce that, “Our men’s ministry is not just a silo of “men only” groups and events off to the side, although they too are included, but it’s everything we do in our church that touches men’s lives, even if it takes place with couples or families ministries. For example, this worship service should also be considered men’s ministry.” Then add, “The name of our church is (First Church of Paducah) AND the name of our men’s ministry is (First Church of Paducah).”
In 2009, 7000 visitors attended the Family Outdoor Expo in Victoria, TX. There were over 100 decisions for Christ.
‘The Family Outdoor Expo is one of the largest outdoor expos in Texas. It is unique in being a free event and offers many outdoor experiences for the whole family. We bring the outdoors indoors in a one of a kind experience for families- to fish, shoot pellet guns, climb rock walls, ride ponies, browse educational booths, learn how to fly fish, shoot a bow and arrow, and visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife laser shooting booth, game trailer, wildlife biology exhibit, and much more.’ Glen D.
What is a man’s first impression of your church? This is a place where men are valued and respected or is it something different. At The Vine Community Bible Church, men are honored before they even set foot on the church property. It starts on the ‘Home’ page of their website.
This years theme: (re) introducing the church to men (and men to the church) Join leaders from around the country in Orlando for 2 1/2 days of discipleship excellence. There will be ample opportunities for Worship, Learning, Fellowship, Visioncasting, Spiritual Growth, Networking and Fun. Click Here for more: http://www.maninthemirrorsummit.org/
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