Our men’s ministry is designed to help men do two things: connect with other men and grow individually as a man. Most men’s lives are fast paced and filled with lots of responsibilities and choices. In that environment we need the friendship, encouragement and wisdom that comes from being with other men and learning from one another. The Bible says “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” We all have things we’ve learned and things we “bring to the table” that other men can learn from. We also all have challenges and blind spots that other men can help us with. Connecting with other men in both fun and purposeful activities enriches our lives as men.
Questions? Contacts us at men@woodlandschurch.org.
Studies & Groups
Men’s AM Study
Weekly
Wednesdays from 6:15 – 7:30AM
This is an open class for guys, year-round! Topics change every 4-12 weeks.
Men’s Discipleship Life Groups
Meeting time varies based on group
Are you looking for a community of Christian guys you can be real and authentic with? Do you want to be discipled and learn how to disciple others in your home, church, and community? A Men’s Discipleship Life Group is for you.
- Men’s DLGs are gender-specific groups of 3-5 members
- These groups meet for 1-3 years with easy on/off ramps if it is not the right fit for you.
- Each group meets on days/times determined by the group
If interested in learning more, please sign up and we’ll be in touch with more information, answer any questions you have, and help you start the process to getting matched to a group.
Men’s Compass Group
Weekly
Thursdays from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
This group meets every week at Woodlands. The purpose of this group is to encourage one another to follow God’s standard for sexual purity. We do this by reminding one another of the Bible’s teaching on healthy sexuality. As a supportive team of brothers we are there to hold one another accountable and provide a safe, confidential place to share.
Pure Desire
Time varies
Many men who struggle with sexual brokenness try to go it alone. They believe the lie that sexual brokenness is about sex; when really, it’s about medicating the pain in their lives. Despite their losses—marriage, ministry, relationships, and more—they continue to return to unwanted sexual behaviors. But the truth is, we cannot fix a problem if we don’t know what’s causing it. Through Pure Desire you’ll start to understand your whole story and identify what contributes to your sexual brokenness. You will begin your recovery from unwanted sexual behavior with a trusted group of men on the same journey.
Complete the form linked below if you are interested or want to learn more about Pure Desire Ministries for men. This form is simply to let us know that you are interested. One of the leaders of Pure Desire, Travis Thomack, will contact you after submission. This sign up is confidential and will only be accessible to ministry leaders.
Events
Men’s Breakfast
January 4th
7:30-9:30AM
Come join us for a hearty, hot breakfast on Saturday, January 4, 2025! $5 buys you a delicious breakfast of ham, eggs, hash browns, fruit, and coffee. Doors open at 7:30 AM and food will be served at 8:00 AM in the gym.
Our speaker, Joshua Wheeler, will share some of his personal rescue and transformation story. It’s an encouraging morning you won’t want to miss!
No Regrets Men’s Conference
February 1st
7:30AM-1Pm
No Regrets is a half-day men’s conference that transforms men’s lives by empowering them to walk in loving, trusting obedience to Jesus Christ. Woodlands is a host site for this internationally-simulcast conference. Watch this year’s promo video here.
The schedule for the day includes an opening keynote on this year’s theme, “Rescued.” Then, attendees can choose between 5 separate options, for each of 3 breakout times.
- Live worship at Woodlands
- Streaming multiple seminar options from No Regrets during the three breakout times
- During each of the three breakout times, we have multiple seminar option from local speakers
We finish the day by additional worship and a closing keynote by speaker. Coffee, juice, and snacks are available throughout the morning. Lunch is NOT provided, but we encourage you to make plans to grab lunch with your friends when the conference concludes at 1:00 pm.
The cost to attend is only $20.
Annual Events
Men’s Breakfast
Early January
We start the year off right by sharing a big breakfast together!
No Regrets
Febuary
No regrets is a one-day, live-streamed event, offering world-class teaching and speakers on topics for men.
Guy’s Night Out
June
We don’t let summer slip away without having some fun together. During Guy’s Night Out you can choose your own activity from a wide variety; golf, disc golf, fishing, trap shooting, pickleball, mountain biking and more!
Father + Son Campout
July
This campout is a great way to relate to other guys through dadhood, and is an invaluable time connecting with your son. All dads with sons invited, but also uncles and nephews or grandpas and grandsons are welcome!
Steak Night
Mid-August
Dry-aged ribeye, delicious sides, and some friendly competition through a corn-hole board tournament are favorites of the annual Men’s Steak night.
Fall Retreat
End of September
Every fall Woodlands Men gather at Forest Springs camp to spend a weekend away connecting, learning from guest speakers, worshipping together, and having a ton of fun too. This weekend is often talked about as a “highlight of the year” amongst Woodlands guys.