Men's Ministry Update

“My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” — Galatians 2:20
Featured Verse, September 14, One-Year Bible
Read through the Bible with Man in the Mirror using The Fourth Seed Devotional.

Contrary to some of what you hear, Christians are actually good for society. God has taken a bit of a beating in the public eye this year, as several prominent anti-God books have hit the bestseller lists. According to a study from The Barna Group:

“Atheists and agnostics…are less likely than active-faith Americans to be registered to vote (78% versus 89%), to volunteer to help a non-church-related non-profit (20% versus 30%), to describe themselves as "active in the community" (41% versus 68%), and to personally help or serve a homeless or poor person (41% versus 61%)…The typical no-faith American donated just $200 in 2006, which is more than seven times less than the amount contributed by the prototypical active-faith adult ($1500). Even when church-based giving is subtracted from the equation, active-faith adults donated twice as many dollars last year as did atheists and agnostics. In fact, while just 7% of active-faith adults failed to contribute any personal funds in 2006, that compares with 22% among the no-faith adults.“ Read more here.

Find out more on how he and two other men got into the business of the gospel with founding Business Men for Christ and why it’s the hardest job he’s ever loved.

Were you there 10 years ago for Stand in the Gap? If you were, you don’t want to miss this; and if you weren’t, you DOUBLY don’t want to miss this! Starting a new once-every-decade tradition, Stand in the Gap 2007 will take place on October 6, 2007, at the Washington Monument. This event will call generations of men together to honor God, hear from God, and to embolden each man to leave a legacy of spiritual leadership and faithfulness from one generation to the next. To register click here or go to www.standinthegap2007.org.

“I flew to the event with my son and father-in-law and friends from our church. Seven of us came to the event. It forever changed and saved my life and marriage. I had no close Christian friends who really knew me.” —1997 SITG Attendee

"Take a few minutes and devour this little book…It's going to be a motivational classic, and you'll be in on the first wave of inspired readers." - Pat Williams, Senior Vice President, Orlando Magic; and Author, The Warrior Within.

This new book is by Todd Hopkins and Ray Hilbert. Ray is a faculty member for Man in the Mirror Seminars and the Leadership Training Center. Buy it at Amazon.com!

“Greetings from a warm winter day in Durban, South Africa. Thank you for your hospitality during my visit to Orlando… I was fortunate to have helped organise and attend the Success that Matters seminar in Durban just prior my visit to the States. Upon my return I was encouraged to see the many small groups of men that have committed to meet weekly at various settings in and around the

city. I have since become part of one of these small groups. Tom has returned this week to see how these small groups are going. He is indeed a very faithful servant!” —Jimmy Wright

Our thanks to John Campbell from the MIM Seminar faculty and Tom Marshall for their diligent efforts and willingness to serve Christ’s Kingdom in South Africa.

We’ve now done church seminars in Africa, Asia and North America. Any takers out there in Australia, Europe or South America??? Contact Pam at pamadkins@maninthemirror.org.

We asked, you answered. Thousands of people are downloading the Man in the Mirror Bible Study Webcast, and some of you wrote to share your stories. Here’s one from Darren…

My name is Darren and I am writing to you from Vernon, BC Canada. I was introduced to Man in the Mirror in a men's bible study at a church I once attended. I am now working with one other gentleman in helping a plant church grow their men's ministry, and I have introduced them to Man in the Mirror in hopes that we can share Pat's message with the men of the church. We are looking to start with Husband in the Mirror, which I think is fantastic. I downloaded the audio some time ago and listened to the clips in my car on the way to work. It has greatly benefited my marriage and my walk with Christ with my wife.

Got a great story about using a Man in the Mirror resource to disciple men in your church, workplace or community? Send us your testimonial today. If we use it, we’ll send you a free copy of Pat’s newest book, A Man’s Guide to the Spiritual Disciplines. Send your stories to brettclemmer@maninthemirror.org.

Men’s Ministry in…Iraq: Books for Troops

“Hey there, happy Monday from Iraq. I received the box of books this weekend. Thank you! I have already handed out a couple of dozen and the Soldiers were very grateful to receive them, especially from a former Navy and FBI guy who they can relate too. I primarily handed them out to my leaders, i.e. Commanders, First Sergeants, Platoon Leaders, and Platoon Sergeants, as I want to focus the leaders on personal growth;

hence they set the example for those who follow them. Again, I can’t thank you enough for this wonderful donation in the spiritual development of soldiers’ lives.” — A Hero in Iraq

Know someone in Iraq or elsewhere overseas that might want to give books away to the soldiers around them? Give us a call and see how you can buy a case to send over. Call Vanessa at 800-929-2536, or 407-472-2100.

For your church: How Many Ways Can You Use Books for About a Dollar?

This popular program has distributed close to 7,000,000 books since it started in 2000. There are two new wrinkles available for the fall: This summer we rolled out the 4 Title Case, in response to all those questions: “Do I have to get a case of all the same

title?” You can now get a case with 12 each of Point Man, Wild at Heart, The Pursuit of Holiness and Twelve Ordinary Men. Order 4 titles in 1 case while supplies last.

We’ve also provided some resources to help you use the books to get men’s small groups going. Check out our “Small Group Challenge” by clicking here.

The individual cases of Twelve Ordinary Men are running low! Order now before it’s too late. This title has been very popular and our supply won’t last much longer. Click here to order today.

6 million students aged 25 and over enrolled in college in October 2000 – 37 percent of the 18 million college students. 56 percent of these older students attended school part time. (U.S. Census)

This shows you can teach an old dog new tricks. More and more men are catching on to the ‘lifelong learner’ idea. Make sure you keep challenging your men to “Focus their minds on things above” too (Col. 3:2).

September Seminar Schedule

9/14 - Marietta, GA - Rewired
9/14 - Raleigh, NC - Success that Matters
9/14 - Austin, TX - Rewired
9/14 - Lancaster, PA - Rewired
9/21 - El Paso, TX - Success that Matters
9/21 - Tallahassee, FL - Rewired
9/21 - Quakertown, PA - Success that Matters
9/21 - San Antonio, TX - Rewired
9/22 - Orwigsburg, PA - Success that Matters
9/28 - Mechanicsville, PA - Success that Matters
9/28 - Cleveland, TN - Success that Matters
9/28 - Buffalo, NY - Rewired
9/28 - Elk River, MN - Rewired
9/28 - Winter Haven, FL - Rewired
9/28 - Maiden, NC - Seven Seasons

Leadership Training Events

Sept. 20-22, 2007
Orlando, FL

Sept. 27-29, 2007
Houston, TX

Oct. 4-6, 2007
Lincoln Park, NJ

Oct. 18-20, 2007
Portland, OR

Questions? Call us at 800-929-2536.

We want to stand with you in the battle for your soul. Over 1000 people from 35 countries are part of our 24/7 prayer ministry! What are you asking God to do in your life and your ministry right now? Email your ministry prayer requests to prayer@maninthemirror.org and we will pray for you! We would love to know who we are praying for, so please include your city, state, and country in your email.

Want to pray for leaders who are discipling men? Click here to learn how to join the prayer team.

Because you are praying together, we, at Man in the Mirror, would like to introduce you to each other through our monthly prayer email...would you please send a short paragraph of introduction and a picture to share to patrickmorley@maninthemirror.org.