Saturday March 7, 2009
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Forcey Memorial Church
Silver Spring MD
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To: Pastors, Church Staff, Men's Leaders and DC-Area Men:
As you may know, WACMM has put together a brand new four-hour seminar for men-only based on the movie Fireproof. It is being scheduled in churches across the Mid-Atlantic Region. Using video clips of some of the strong masculine images and themes in the movie Fireproof, the seminar will help men "fireproof" their marriages, families and lives. With solid biblical teaching on authentic manhood, men will gain principles and practices to be godly husbands, loving fathers and faithful friends. During these difficult times of growing hardships, stresses and anxieties, men need encouragement, challenge and tools to withstand the fiery trials and temptations. We believe this seminar will help meet these needs and be well worth the investment of your time. We hope you can be with us for this unique, fast-paced and interactive morning and urge other men to join you. This special "EMALE" describes the purpose, format and outcomes of the seminar. Feel free to contact us if you have any further questions.
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Seminar Format
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We'll
be using video clips from the Fireproof movie to introduce and illustrate the issues
presented in the seminar's four topical sessions.
After each session, men will have time to process and discuss what
they've seen and heard at their tables. Discussion
questions will be provided to facilitate the interaction.
We'll also have time for
questions and answers and fime for men to consider how they want to act on what
they've experienced during the seminar. We'll also be recommending important
resources to help them in their follow-through.
It is not necessary for men to have seen the Fireproof movie to benefit from the presentations and table discussions.
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Seminal Details
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WHO IS IT FOR?
Men ages 18 to 81; married, separated, divorced or single; fathers and sons; future husbands and future fathers;
Men seeking to better understand what it means to be a man of God;
Men wanting to grow in their faith in the company of men;
Men dealing with trials, crises or significant challenges in their lives.
WHAT WILL I GET OUT OF THE SEMINAR?
better understanding of and commitment to biblical manhood;
encouragement to be the man God has designed you to be;
practical tools to help fireproof your life, marriage and family;
fellowship with like-minded men from your church and other churches;
comprehensive workbook of resources to equip you for life and ministry.
WHAT'S THE COST?
$25 per man for advance registration ($30 at the door), which includes coffee and pastries, and seminar workbook
WHO ARE THE PRESENTERS?
WACMM-University faculty who are trained and experienced pastors and men's leaders
WHERE IS THE MARCH 7 SEMINAR?
Forcey Memorial Church in Silver Spring MD is our host for the March 7 seminar. Directions.
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
- Call WACMM office at 703.323.5040
- Mail check (payable to WACMM) to WACMM, Box 2753, Springfield VA 22152
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Seminar Schedule
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Saturday, March 7
8:00-8:30 AM - sign-in, coffee and
pastries
8:30-10:15 AM - First Session
Equal but Not the Same
Understanding differences
between men and women
Improving communication in
your marriage
Table Discussion with
prepared subject questions
The Battle
Dealing with temptations,
"parasites", and spiritual warfare
Table Discussion with
prepared subject questions
10:15-10:30 AM BREAK
10:30 AM-12:30 PM -Second Session
Living and Leaving a
Legacy
Exploring your
relationship with your dad
Being a godly father to
your children
Table Discussion with
prepared subject questions
Your Identity and Destiny
in Christ
Finding your identity, purpose and
priorities in life
Leading your family and
sharing the Gospel
Table Discussion with
prepared subject questions
12:00
- 12:30 PM - Q & A Session
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Other Scheduled Fireproof Seminars
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Saturday, May 30 - Faith Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Alexandria VA
**CLICK LINKS FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
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Men's Spring Conferences Registration
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General Jerry Boykin and Dr. Rick Rigsby
plus 18 seminars, manly worship and ministry exhibitors
Saturday, March 28 - Largo Community ChurchDr. Ken Boa and Greg Vaughn
plus 18 seminars, manly worship and ministry exhibitors |
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Sincerely,
Dave Brown
Director
Washington Area Coalition of Men's Ministries
8001 Braddock Road, Suite 103
Springfield, VA 22151
703.323.5040
wacmm@comcast.net
WACMM Leadership Team: Marty Granger, Tom Joyce, Guy Kleintop, Bob Kelley, John Meyer, and Chris Van Brocklin
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Movie Dialogue
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Caleb Holt:
"Marriage isn't fireproof."
Michael Simmons:
"Fireproof doesn't mean the fire will never come. It means when the fire comes that you will be able to withstand."
Caleb
Holt:
"How am I supposed
to show love to somebody who constantly rejects me?"
John
Holt:
"You can't love her
because you can't give her what you don't have."
Caleb
Holt:
"Never leave your
partner behind."
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TESTIMONY ABOUT THE FIREPROOF
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"This movie has saved me. My wife and I have been separated for over
three years now, and I've tried everything to save my marriage. She's
at the point that she says that she doesn't want to be with me anymore.
I asked her to see this movie with me and she said no several times. I
went to see it twice by myself and then I asked again. She finally said
"yes," even though she was pretty cold during the movie. However, the
one thing the movie made me see as a man is that being good isn't good
enough. All along I thought of myself as a good man, but a soul-search
made me realize that I wasn't godly. My eyes have been opened because
of this movie. I'm doing The Love Dare, anyway, to make a better me."
From Anthony 1.7.09
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