The PUMC men who attended the UMMen meetings at Purdue University last summer had a wonderful experience. God’s Spirit was indeed present. Men from all over the world shared in this Spirit, including the men from PUMC. In an effort to share this wonderful feeling with others, some of the men who attended the Purdue gathering have met several times to lay the groundwork for creating an active men’s group at PUMC. They are now ready to welcome other men into the group.

The group has been meeting for breakfast at 8 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at "Flavors on the Square," next to the church. Typically, after ordering breakfast, one of the men will lead a discussion of a particular passage from the Bible or a chosen Christian topic. Discussions focus on what it means to be a Christian Man in today’s world as it relates to the passage or topic, and all men are encouraged to share their experiences. The meeting always begins and ends with a prayer.

Jesus said, "Where two or more are gathered in my name, there will I be also." Bob Stewart, one of the organizers, notes that as the men gather each month to share God’s love, Jesus will join them in the form of the Holy Spirit. As they become more comfortable sharing Christian experiences, they will strengthen their personal relationship with God.

Bob Stewart and Ron Mraz encourage all men of the church to join them. Although the group is not meant to be a service club, they are encouraging men to help with the needs of the church, so a service project will often follow the regular meeting.  Anyone desiring further details may call Bob at 440/953-2928 or Ron at 440/357-8021.