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Purpose of Ministry: How good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity. (Psalms 133:1) it is the goal of the Men’s Ministry to provide opportunities for fellowship and service for men of all ages. Our meetings are informal, informational and there is something available for all men, regardless of the amount of church experience (great or small). Men are given the opportunity to serve God, one another, the Church and grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. PROVERBS 27:17 “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Reach men with the good news of the Gospel of Christ. Edify and encourage men to be godly men. Discipleship and education of men through Bible study and fellowship. Create and build Christian role models. Evangelism of non-believing men through sports and other activities. Build fellowship among men. Glorify the Lord. Support the goals and vision of Valley Baptist Church. Program of Ministry: There are several opportunities provided for men to establish friendship, fellowship, minister, and have fun. One of the most active ministries used over the first half of the year has been the Miscellaneous Helps Ministry. This is a group of volunteers that lend their time, talents, abilities, brains, and mostly brawn to install T-buildings, T- building decking, room dividers, dig trenches and sprinkler system installations, drains, booth set-up, move tables and chairs and any other job requiring help. To some degree or another most of the men have helped out in this way. Subject matter experts, professionals and handymen lead these men. There is also another service group that deals more specifically with individuals and families. They assist the elderly, widows, single parents and other needy families within the church. This group performs minor repairs/tasks in and around the home. Various fellowships are also planned and organized throughout the year. In each of these events preparation is necessary and opportunities for service and participation are available. In addition to the above activities are the following: Bible Studies, fellowship breakfasts, camp-outs, fishing trips, special men’s outings, softball, basketball, co-ed volleyball, golf scrambles, and flag football. Opportunities to Serve: Participation is available in any of the sub-committees that coordinate/sponsor the activities mentioned above. Qualification for service includes a commitment and willingness to serve and lend a hand for an estimated 1-3 hours per month. The activity time varies with the level of one’s involvement. Opportunities to serve include: President, Vice President, Breakfast Fellowship Coordinator, Breakfast Program Coordinator, Bible Study Leader/Facilitator, Secretary/Treasurer and Sub-Committee Worker. All listed service opportunities have job descriptions available through the church office. Men's Ministry Leadership Committee: Rodger Harmel, President -  John March Rick Palmer Jim Lanier Carey Mraz Walter Strickland Fred Hoelzel Kent Brewer Jim Kidd Richard Hall |