Twenty-three years ago, in
September of 1992, a group of men, who desired to start a ministry to men and
their families, saw their vision realized when we incorporated Net Work
Ministries, Inc. as a 501-c-3 non-profit organization. This was the result of several focus groups
gathered together to discuss where my gifts and talents in ministry could best
be utilized, knowing both my strengths and weaknesses.
Shortly after the ministry
began, I was asked to facilitate a group of men in a morning men’s group for
the purpose of becoming better husbands, fathers, and business leaders as
followers of Christ. This group met on Wednesday mornings for almost 15 years.
In 1995, a second group began on Friday mornings. That group continues to this
day. These groups were strengthened by going away together on weekend and
weeklong retreats that I conducted. During the early years, I continued my role
as chaplain and kicking coach at Marietta High school. Recently, I have joined
Young Life as the volunteer chaplain to the staff of the Southeast Region.
Over these years, we have
seen men’s lives changed by seeing families restored, new families begun, found
employment for men, assisted in helping men recover from addictions, and
officiating funerals of men and their family members.
I am thankful to God for
allowing me to serve Him in through this ministry. I am also so very grateful
to those of you who have supported this ministry though the years by your words
of encouragement, your prayers, and your financial partnership.
MINISTRY NEWS
Continued individual monthly meetings with the four Young
Life staff in Cobb County in my role as Chaplain to the Staff of Young Life –
Southeast Region.
Communicated with all staff in region over the past month.
Continued facilitating the Friday Morning Men’s Group. We
are currently discussing Andy Stanley’s video series called “Christian.”
Met with individual men for counselling and encouragement.
I am grateful for your prayers, encouragement and financial
support.
May God bless you in surprising new ways in the days to
come.