I want to welcome you to the brotherhood. Jeff and I hope that all of you will welcome the opportunity you have to become closer to your brothers here at the Creek. Jeff and I plan to create several venues for you to plug in and walk in authenticity with other men. There are several ideas that we have and some of them will involve help from you. We want you guys to own this brotherhood and to be directly involved with the planning of certain events and fellowship times.
There are some things already happening in the building during the week. One great option you have to walk with other men is to attend meetings of the Samson Society. This group has been meeting at Otter Creek since May of last year. Over the course of the last 8 months, we have grown as a group and more importantly, as individuals. Marriages have been strengthened, relationships have been mended, challenges have been conquered, and the enemy is less powerful in our lives as a result.
The Samson Society has been around for years. It started as a small group of men in Franklin who needed to talk with other men about struggles that apply directly to men. Over the last two years, the book "Samson and the Pirate Monks", by Nate Larkin has come out. Nate is the "founder" of the society. All of this was his idea, his vision, and part of his recovery. Now the Samson Society has spread all over the country with meetings being attended in 15 states. I would encourage each of you to attend. There are several OC guys attending. If you have any questions regarding this meeting, feel free to call me or Jeff. There is also the Samson website. www.samsonsociety.org Everything you need to know is on that site as well. Look it up!
What we also would love to see, on this website, is for you to share your challenges, prayer requests, questions, victories and failures. Part of stepping into the fullness of our manhood is being known. You decide what and how much you are willing to share. Anyone can post comments on this blog and that is where you need to post things you want the group to know. If you want to share, please do, and please provide the e-mail information necessary if you want to be contacted by other guys.
Men we have so many things in our lives that we cannot expect a woman to understand. This is why we need community with other men. Men who "get it". Men who have walked the same path at one time or another. Men who have failed when they were in your situation and men who have prevailed in your current situation. Please consider prayerfully and seriously how you can give your gifts to other men and what you need to receive from other men.
Let Jeff and I know how we can help you get plugged in, and let us know if there is anything you need that this brotherhood can offer you.
Peace,
Kyle Rigsby
kylerigsby@comcast.net
3 comments:
While I am somewhat new to OC, and my school/work schedule may prohibit me from participation, I know that I need a brotherhood in my life. I am excited about what God has in store, both for this ministry as well as my interaction with it.
David,
I would like to encourage you to come to the Samson Society meetings on Thursdays at 7pm in room 205 here at the church. If you are looking for a brotherhood, there's no better place to be than Samson. Call me if you would like more info. 615-804-2050
Hey fellas - I went through the foundation classes with David Duer (can't way to taste something you cook up in the kitchen David!) I think what you guys are doing is awesome. I look forward to getting to know you all better.
Also, for the recommended books section even though it's been a few years, I'd add - Wild at Heart by John Eldridge.
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