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
Upcoming
Sexual Integrity: 101 for Men
Weekly
Mondays from 6-8PM, Oct 21-Dec 16
We all desire sexual integrity, whether it’s for ourselves or for others, but we often struggle with knowing where to start. This 8-week video training is a deep-dive into the factors that contribute to unwanted sexual behavior, how shame and grace affect the healing process, as well as practical tools and strategies that lead to lasting health. This class is open to everyone, whether you struggle, your spouse struggles, or you want to be more equipped to walk alongside others in this area.
You must be 18 years old to register.
Workbook $21
Year-round
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. Our upcoming study will be focusing on 1 + 2 Thessalonians.
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 Retreat @ Forest Springs
September 27-29
Our annual Men’s Retreat is one of the highlights of the church year for our men. It’s a great time to get to know other men, laugh a lot, eat a ton of terrific food, play basketball, football, golf, etc… Plus get some wonderful spiritual input! We can guarantee that you will be greatly enriched if you go!
This year’s theme is Following Jesus Together: Why Disciplemaking Friendships Matter and How they Work in Real Life.
Our speaker, Bill Allison, will encourage you and equip you. He travels all over the world speaking to men. He is real, raw, and authentic. He speaks to the soul of a man. He will lead you to the very heart of disciplemaking friendships that flourish and multiply. Together we will go on an exploration of how to live the “one-anothers” as found in the Bible. This is NOT a lecture. It’s a fun, thought-provoking, and transformational experience. Bring your Bible and your friends. Included in the price of registration, each participant will receive a training manual and a One Another Living Guide for taking what you learned back to where you live, work, play, and worship.
We would love for you to join us this year! Registrations are fully refundable in case you need to cancel, so sign up now! We want every guy to be able to come! Please contact the church office at: 715-341-0800 or email men@woodlandschurch.org if you need financial assistance or have any questions.