Men's Formation at The Creek

We envision a faith community where men are being formed into the image of Christ through participating in small, meaningful, consistent circles of courageous friendships. Have you ever wondered if you can be both fully known and fully loved? Have you ever felt uncertain of how to raise children in today's cultural climate? Have you ever longed for meaningful relationships that point you to Jesus? This is why we're invited to walk through life together. 


Below you can discover other ways to get engaged in formation opportunities specific to men.

Becoming Men of God

This is a confusing time to be a man. Boys don’t grow up. Men don’t grow wise. The messages we receive around what it means to be a good man are confusing and contradictory. The consciences of men have been dulled, and sadly, men are giving themselves to idols that cannot save them. Into this moment God beckons us, “But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” Everything we do as part of men’s formation is designed to foster these virtues.

Gatherings

  • Weekly Men’s Bible Study - Sundays at 7am (Atrium A)
  • Bi-Weekly Men's Prayer Gathering - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7pm (Prayer Room) - Gather with men for prayer twice a month as we battle on behalf of our church, surrendering to the King, interceding for His bride, confessing strongholds and taking ground.
  • F3 (Fitness, Fellowship & Faith) - Mondays from 5:30am – 6:15am and Saturdays from 7am – 7:45am. Rain or shine. The Creek Parking lot.
    The Mission of F3 is to plant, grow and serve small workout groups for men for the invigoration of male community leadership. Learn more at f3nation.com

Resources
Fighting Shadows by Jon Tyson
The Silence of Adam by Larry Crabb

Forming Christlike Fathers

Investing into our children is our highest call as fathers. But how often do we find ourselves feeling alone or stuck when it comes to discipling our children? You are invited to enter a community of men who are raising up sons and daughters together with a Kingdom-mindset. Keep a look out for upcoming ways to engage like a daddy+daughter dance, father+son campout, and more. 

Resources
The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson
Man Maker Project by Chris Bruno
Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley

Other Events 
Rite of Passage - At The Creek we believe that when fathers and mentors rally around young men at this critical stage in their lives, the possibilities for the young man to develop Christlike virtues will not only shape his life, but will advance the Kingdom of God for generations to come. To learn more about walking your son through a Rite of Passage, email Jeff Reichanadter. 
Family Dedication - Family Dedication happens twice a year and gives parents a chance to commit to raising their child in a God-honoring way.

Daddy Daughter Dance

Forming Christlike Friendships

We all need companionship and regular opportunities to connect with other men... to listen to stories, share our hopes and failures, to lock arms with each other and fight the battle together. This is why men at The Creek are regularly inviting friends into meaningful opportunities that allow us to move into a deeper sense of what it means to be a man of God.

In these circles, men are invited to be present (minimize distractions), be curious (minimize fixing, one upping and advice giving), be grace-filled (minimize condemnation and shame) and be an advocate (maximize prayer, high expectations for holiness and personal support).

When and where do these conversations of consequence take place? That’s up to you. Invite some friends. Build a fire or throw some meat on the grill. Utilize the resource linked below and let the good times roll.

Resources
Fire Nights: Forging Brotherhood That Heals by Burke Atkerson

Wilderness Trips

To enter the wilderness is to be on Pilgrimage. The word “pilgrimage” comes from the Latin word peregrinus, meaning a person wandering the earth in search of a spiritual homeland. We go on pilgrimage because we know there is something missing and we long to encounter the divine to fill this hole. A Pilgrimage is a journey of spiritual significance, with the aim of encountering God and being changed. The road can be difficult and the climb to these holy places, arduous. Any pilgrimage worth its salt requires deep faith and multiple decisions to step out when everything in us says to stay on the couch and play video games. But for the one who follows Jesus, that which lies beyond the horizon beckons us and we must go.

Upcoming trips - 
Smoky Mountains - April 23-26
Grand Tetons - July 15-21
The Boundary Waters - September 4-9 & 9-14


*Each experience men will need to provide their own gear and food. Some gear can be borrowed. We can help with this. We will also provide coaching on food, preparation, etc.


Smoky Mountains - April 23-26 Grand Tetons - July 15-21 The Boundary Waters - September 4-9 The Boundary Waters - September 9-14