Revitalizing Men’s Ministries Bill Terry Director, IPHC Men’s Ministries

Imagine

Thought Provoking Question What would the church look like if men were no longer on the sidelines of spiritual life and leadership, but actively involved in the vision and mission of the local church?

Seven Steps to Starting/Growing Men's Ministries Gather Interested Men Pray and Plan With the Pastor Select Called Leaders Survey the Men Schedule Major Events Communicate Well Trust God

Purpose Statement The purpose of Men’s Ministries in the International Pentecostal Holiness Church is to motivate men in discovering their gifts, equipping them for ministry, and providing opportunities for service in the local church. All Men's Ministries activities shall be based on the dual objectives of winning men to Christ, and Intentionally Making Disciples.

Forming, Re-Starting or Revitalizing Men must understand the need for having a ministry for men Prepare for a kickoff meeting Pastoral letter Follow up with phone call from director/leadership team Follow up letter/flyers for meeting Sunday church announcement/bulletin insert

Plan of Action

Common Pitfalls to Avoid Ministry not Glorifying to God Lack of Prayer Unclear Goals Programs versus Relationship No Pastoral Support

Common Pitfalls to Avoid Implementing too Much, too Fast Lack of Balance Not Flexible to Holy Spirit Leading Lack of Passionate Leadership Does not Offer a Variety of Entry Points

Subsequent Growth Subsequent growth is generated through “multiple entry points,” like special dinners with a speaker, golf outings, fishing tournaments, Super Bowl parties, construction projects, small groups, etc. If the new kickoff meeting is well planned, it will result in attendance immediately jumping. This group will continue to grow by using multiple entry points.

Sample Survey 1.How long have you attended _________________________________________? ___ 1-2 Years___ 3-5 Years___ 6+ Years 2.Are you married?___Yes___ No 3.Do you have children under 18 years old?___Yes___ No 4.Please rate you interest: (1 low - 5 high) Bible Study_______Camping_______Golfing_______ Fellowship_______Small Groups_______Family_______ Sporting Events_______Outdoor Activities_______Retreats_______ Service Projects_______Seminars_______Father-child outing_______

Sample Survey 5.When is the best time of the week to meet? ___ Saturday am___ Weekday early am___ Weekday evening 6.Have you ever been in a men’s small group?___Yes___ No Would you have an interest?___Yes___ No 7.Have you ever been personally discipled?___Yes___ No Would you have an interest?___Yes___ No

Sample Survey 8.Please check the three areas where you face your toughest challenges as a man: Career_______Fathering_______Sexuality_______ Friendship_______Marriage_______Spiritual Growth_______ Singleness_______Finances_______ 9.What level of interest would you have for an overnight conference for men? ___ Very interested___ Somewhat Interested___ Little Interest 10.What suggestion, if any would you like to share with the men’s ministry team? ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________

Seven Steps to Starting/Growing Men's Ministries Gather Interested Men Pray and Plan With the Pastor Select Called Leaders Survey the Men Schedule Major Events Communicate Well Trust God