Men's Ministries
Save the dates for the 2009 Men's Spring Retreat:
May 1-3 at Simpson University
Men's 2008 Spring Retreat Photos
Good Fellowship!
Good Food!
Good Fishing!
Barnabas -
A Men's Ministry of Bidwell Presbyterian
What We Believe:
The Barnabas Men's Ministry at Bidwell Presbyterian Church is focused on helping men to discover their faith, by growing spiritually, and developing a deeper, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. One that helps men to become bold, mature and wise ambassadors of Jesus Christ in their families, workplaces, schools and communities. Our ministry to men recognizes that every man is at a different stage of his Christian walk. We offer fellowship and spiritual growth opportunities so that no matter where you are on your individual faith journey, every man will feel welcome and comfortable joining us. We have learned that when men gather together in common purpose, they really do impact each other’s lives.
"Let us not give up meeting together – but let us encourage one another." - Hebrews10:25
Men who participate in this ministry have the opportunity to discover:
- A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- Honor Jesus Christ through worship, prayer and to hear God's Word
- Pursue relationships with other men, understanding that every man needs brothers to help keep him accountable.
- Build strong marriages and families through love, protection and biblical values.
- As men, we are continually searching for something when it comes to understanding our manhood and masculine identity.
- What does it mean to be a man as God created men to be?
- More specifically and personally, are you living out - to the fullest - the life God uniquely created YOU to live?
Barnabas meets on Wednesday mornings, 6:30 a.m. in the Bidwell Presbyterian Westminster Fellowship Hall for breakfast. Greg Cootsona leads the teaching the 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. Come join us!
Small Groups
Small groups are open for every age, ethnic or spiritual background, whether you are just
beginning to learn about God or have been on your spiritual journey to pursue full devotion to Christ for some time.
Men’s small groups are a great way to connect with other men who face the same day-to-day questions. In a small group, you can ask questions about parenting, your relationship with your son or daughter, what they may be going through, or God… and get answers from the Bible or from the experiences of other men you come to trust. You can talk informally about life in a way that you can’t anywhere else, among friends you trust who are a lot like you - facing everyday parenting struggles, personal challenges or spiritual issues. You will come away with practical solutions, relational tools and a game plan to help you grow.
If these questions have crossed your mind, you are not alone! There is a gathering of men who are finding answers to these and many other questions about who they are and where they are going in life.
Contact the church office if you are interested in getting involved in a Men's Small Group.