United Methodist Men

The United Methodist Men are a creative supportive fellowship of men who seek to know Jesus Christ, to grow spiritually and to seek His will. They meet monthly for programs promoting spiritual growth, education, fun and fellowship. The UMM sponsor the following events:

• Sweetheart Banquet in February.
• Mother's Day Greeting.
• Father's Day Greeting.
• The Spaghetti Dinner at the end of October.
• A Toy Breakfast in December.
• Prayer Breakfasts on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

The roots of Methodist men are buried deep down in the heart of Methodism and find their source in the life and work of the founder of this great church of ours.

Wesley’s first great work among men was wrought among a group of young men in Oxford University. There, these men, realizing the great need for Christian fellowship, banded together to form the Holy Church. The ultimate results of this little group are well known.

United Methodist Men exists to declare the centrality of Christ in every man’s life. Men’s ministry leads to the spiritual growth of men and effective discipleship. This purpose is served as men are called to model the servant leadership of Jesus Christ. In short, the United Methodist men accomplish the following:

• Enhance Evangelism, Mission, and Spiritual Life (EMS), as men become servant leaders.
• Advocate programs that train men within local churches to promote specific ministries including prayer, missions, stewardship, and Civic/Youth Serving Ministries.
• Forge pastoral partnerships by men committed to the effective support and service of clergy and local congregations.
• Enhance organizational strength by effective leadership, resources, membership growth, and financial accountability.
• Assist men in their ever-changing relationships, roles and responsibilities in their family setting, workplace, and society.
• Understand the organization, doctrines, and beliefs of The United Methodist Church.
• Fulfill the membership vows through commitment to prayer, presence, gifts, and service in congregational life.
• Fulfill the Great Commission with and through The United Methodist Church as one part of the Body of Christ.

Of course, the United Methodist Men accomplish the above tasks by doing more than simply manning the barbeque grill at church outings ... they are involved in various missions endeavors as well both local and abroad.