EVANGEL TEMPLE CHRISTIAN CENTER

1. EVANGEL TEMPLE CHRISTIAN CENTER Psalm 92:13-14 Acts 1:8 “Every man has talents, skills, abilities, gifts, interests, & unique passions formed in him by God to minister & fulfill His purposes. “

2. Men R-4 Ministry! • Righteous- Men must live righteously for Spirit empowerment in ministry! • Relevant-Men’s Ministry must be practical & pertinent to men’s diverse needs. • Relational-Men must build spiritual friendships that connect, challenge,& encourage. • Revolutionary-Men R free in Christ to find their ministry which frees other men!

3. MISSION STATEMENT “Empowered by the Holy Spirit, ET men exist to worship God in all areas of life, strengthen & edify the church body with our unique giftings, and share His love with our families, community, and world.” Purpose: Encourage, equip, and empower men to fulfill the mission through Righteous, Relevant, Relational, and Revolutionary ministries.

4. VISION STATEMENT Every man is a minister! Our love for God and others causes us to Encourage, Equip and Empower men to Release “their” ministry which builds Godly champions in worship, witness, discipling, fathering, marriage, ministry, work, mentoring, academics, sports, hobbies, and service. Victory Verse:Isaiah 42:13“The Lord will march out like a mighty warrior he will stir up his zeal; with a shout he will raise the battle cry and will triumph over his enemies.”

5. WHAT’S YOUR MINISTRY ? FIND YOUR S.H.A.P.E. S-piritual Gifts H-eart A-bilities P-ersonality E-xperience We will help men to find their SHAPE, the champion within, & their ministry God created them for.

6. MEN R-4 MINISTRY CONCEPT • Combines men with similar interests together in a small group ministry that worships God, strengthens the church, and reaches the world. • Each Righteous, Relevant, Relational, & Revolutionary ministry should function like a small group for the leadership and committed members by providing time for Prayer Support, Accountability, & Discipleship. • Each ministry focuses on their area or activity while providing a safe place to intentionally build spiritual friendships with men inside and Outside the church.

7. MEN R-4 MINISTRY 3 PILLARS • CHAMPIONS NETWORK-Focus is on TRAINING & EQUIPPING men, through small groups, seminars, & classes to become the champions God desires. • CONSTRUCTION CORPS-Focus is on connecting men to SERVICE for construction & missions projects, and helps & services ministries. • SPORTSMEN-Focus is on turning sporting, outdoor, and hobby EVENTS / ACTIVITIES into spiritually strengthening, soul winning ministries!

8. ORGANIZATION 3 PILLARS MEN R-4 MINISTRY CHAMPIONS NETWORK MINISTRY CONSTRUCTION CORPS MINISTRY SPORTSMEN MINISTRY PROMISE KEEPER/ HONOR BOUND SOFTBALL /GOLF E-TEAM MISSIONS/ CONSTRUCTION MINISTRY SPIRITUAL GIFTS MINISTRY FISHERMENS MINISTRY HELPS/SERVICES MINISTRIES SMALL GROUP MINISTRY YOUR MINISTRY E-TEAM EACH MINISTRY OR E-TEAM THAT DEVELOPS WILL HAVE A GOAL OF THREE CORE LEADERS FOR CONTINUITY AND SUPPORT, BUT ONE MAN CAN BEGIN THE PLANNING FOR HIS MINISTRY WHILE WE PRAY FOR OTHERS TO JOIN HIM. MEN WITH THE SAME SHAPE

9. STARTING MINISTRIES or E-TEAMS: • Men with similar SHAPEs Huddle to pray, plan, & prepare “their” ministry. • E-Team forms are revised and updated at each Huddle as the Holy Spirit gives refined vision and wisdom. • Proposed ministry is presented to Associate Pastor & Men’s Leader for approval. The New Ministry will be launched, showcased, and promoted to the church. • E-Team leaders Covenant with God, ET, and each other to faithfully serve and develop their ministry. • Men will be encouraged to find their SHAPE & connect to the ministry God created them for.

10. EFFECTIVE MEN’S MINISTRIESARE SUCCESSFUL WHEN: • MEN lead other men into a vital relationship with Jesus Christ and then equip them to do the same. • Intentional effort is given to the areas of accountability, prayer, and lifetime discipleship process in God’s word. • The scope of ministries are diverse with multiple entry points, relevant, and Cultivate Spiritual Friendships. • There is a shared goal or purpose with a “Challenge” to leave spiritual passivity and unleash their unique gifts. • There is a Balance between Doing and Becoming. • The Holy Spirit is welcomed & empowers the ministry. • Men are committed to the mission. Covenant!

11. EFFECTIVE MEN’S MINISTRY MODEL

12. 1 Leader 2 Co-Leader EAM 3 Co-Leader Ministry Name:_______________________________________ Purpose:____________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ The ministry will support the 3 fold mission of the church by: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Mission/Vision Statement: We will accomplish our Ministry by: _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Resources Required:________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Dream Resources:__________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________