MEN’s MINISTRY

Two groups of men meet at the church building each week, on Monday evening, for a period of sharing, prayer, and discussion. The groups convene at 7:00 p.m. and end by 8:00 p.m. Each discussion group meeting begins with a sharing of prayer requests, followed by a prayer and a period of discussion on a biblical topic. As we become closer, the prayer requests become more personal. Men are encouraged, but not obligated, to share their personal struggles with each other with the understanding that “what’s said here stays here.” To our knowledge, that commitment has never been violated.

“Christian men don’t retreat.” So instead of an annual retreat, we have an annual Gathering. Gatherings happen in the Spring and encompass a weekend, from Friday evening to Sunday morning. They are held in a conference center within a short drive of Knoxville. Those with Sunday morning responsibilities are able to return to worship services at the Hardin Valley church building. Others stay for an on-site worship service. One purpose of Gatherings is to help men build relationships away from our normal church environments. The Friday evening session is intended to help men learn more about each other. Three Saturday sessions allow for teaching and engagement with each other. On Saturday night, men are invited to join a fireside chat to discuss whatever issues are on their minds.