Man Up Wednesdays
September 4, 6:30 pm - November 13 - 8:00 pm | The MET Church - C-550
Man Up Wednesdays – An 11-week journey experience for men!
Join us every Wednesday night this fall for an 11-week experience, each uniquely designed specifically for men. Man Up Nights aims to encourage, equip, and empower you to become the “able men” described in 2 Timothy 2:2. Through deep faith, fearless courage, sound truth, and accountability, we aim to guide you toward a transformed life and meaningful relationship with God and fellow men.
Meetings will take place in C550.
What Can You Expect?
WEEK 1 (SEPT 4)
MET MEN VISION CASTING/DO HARD THINGS
Join us for an impactful evening of vision casting as Pastor Ky Faciane shares vision for MET Men and an empowering message. This event kicks off our 11-week series dedicated to encouraging men and be challenged to step up, face life’s toughest challenges, and grow in faith and character.
- Guest Speaker: Pastor Ky Faciane
- DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE #1:
WEEK 2 (SEPT 11)
FAITH & VALOR: STANDING FIRM IN ADVERSITY
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion featuring courageous first responders, military veterans, and police officers as they share their powerful stories of facing intense opposition, warfare, and trauma. These brave individuals will open up about their experiences and how their unshakeable courage and steadfast faith have helped them overcome life’s toughest challenges.
Together, we’ll discover how their experiences might relate to our own spiritual battles, encouraging us to stand resolute in our faith, trust in God’s strength, and find courage amidst adversity.
- Panel of Speakers: Active Firefighters, Active Police Officer, Military Veteran
- DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE #2
WEEK 3 (SEPT 18)
MEN OF IMPACT/SERVE NIGHT
We are excited to invite you to a special Men’s Serve Night dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children in our community. This event is a wonderful chance to come together and support those in need. On September 18, we will be partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, an organization committed to ensuring that no child sleeps on the floor. It’s a fantastic opportunity to use our skills and provide a safe and comfortable sleeping space for children in our community.
To participate in this amazing opportunity you must sign up.
- Serve Night Coordinators: Rick Emerson, Christian Miller, Gary Akin
- Hands-on bed-building activities – (bring a willing spirit & work gloves if you have them)
- Fellowship with like-minded men
- Light refreshments and snacks
- DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE #3
No prior experience is necessary—all tools and instructions will be provided. Whether you’re a seasoned carpenter or a novice with a passion for helping others, your participation will make a significant impact.
WEEK 4 (SEPT 25)
MEN OF HONOR/EMBRACING BIBLICAL MANHOOD
Join us for an impactful evening as we dive into what God calls men to be and become, guided by the teachings of the Bible. Be empowered and encouraged as we focus on our roles as leaders, fathers, husbands, and providers. You’ll hear an inspiring message on biblical manhood, offering practical insights for living out your faith as a godly man. Come, be equipped to lead with strength and integrity, connect with other men, and be inspired to embrace your calling.
- Guest Speaker: Tony Rorie or Otto Kelly from Men of Honor
- DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE #4
WEEK 5 (OCT 2)
TOOL (TED) TALKS
Join us for an inspiring evening of TOOL TALK featuring four incredible business leaders from The MET.
These talks will address the biggest self-imposed challenges leaders face today in the workplace. Each speaker will equip you with tools and ideas to ensure you are courageously moving your business and leadership forward.
This TEDx-style event maintains the spirit of multidisciplinary ideas designed to change lives and influence the world. Each speaker will present for 18 minutes, focusing on the power of courageous leadership and practical change.
- Guest Speakers:
- Matt Crawford: Servant Leadership: When you Surrender You Win
- Bryan Kelley: Hope and Resilience
- Chad Braun: Bring Your Whole Self
- Brian Wallace: Breaking the Chains Holding You Back
- DO HARD THINGS CHALLENGE #5
Week 6: Campus United: A Men’s Prayer Night: Men will gather in prayer huddles across The Met Campus, Bleyl Middle School, and Brautigam, united in seeking God’s powerful presence. Together, we will pray for His light to shine in our community and for lives to be transformed for eternity. We stand firm in the belief that prayer unlocks the power and presence of God in our lives—and it begins with men coming together in prayer.
Week 7: Divine Mentor// S.O.A.P method: Building a deeper, personal relationship with God through regular study, reflection, and application of the Bible. We will use a practical method during that evening’s session known as S.O.A.P:
· Scripture: Read the Bible and note a specific verse or passage.
· Observation: Reflect on the meaning and context.
· Application: Consider how the scripture applies to personal life.
· Prayer: Pray for wisdom and strength to live it out.
Week 8: Breakaway: A Men’s Worship Night A night for men to “breakaway” from the noise and distractions of everyday life, refocusing their hearts and minds on Christ. Together, we will worship, take communion, engage in prayer, and experience personal renewal. A compelling testimony will be shared, revealing a man’s faith that has withstood life’s greatest challenge. Key themes for the evening include slowing down, resetting the heart, reflection and confession, deep communion with God, prayer partnership, action, and renewed commitment.
Week 9: Winning the War Within: We will explore the powerful message of overcoming addictions, bad habits, and strongholds in every aspect of our lives! This event is designed to equip and empower you to conquer the internal battles that hinder your walk with God and your relationships, break free from personal struggles, and find true freedom in Christ.
Week 10: Lifestyle of Discipleship: Exploring the life and mission of making disciples through the message and methods of Jesus, we will uncover the biblical definition of a disciple and how living out this mission impacts our daily lives. We’ll discuss the next steps in spiritual growth, identify areas of service, and introduce the vision for how MET MEN can remain actively connected and engaged in their discipleship journey.
Week 11: THE FORGE- This will be our final night of MAN UP, and the movie THE FORGE will be shown at the Worship Center. Join us for a special screening of The Forge—a powerful story of resilience, brotherhood, discipleship, and faith! This is the perfect opportunity to invite your sons, the men you work with, the men in your neighborhood, and all the men you call “friends” to experience a movie night that will inspire and ignite conversations about real life, real challenges, and real hope.