A chapter of the national United Methodist Men organization, Men’s Ministry has something for every man — young or old, working or retired, single or married — who wants to form friendships, grow in the Christian faith, and serve others. Our mission is “to encourage and equip men to be in Christian ministry at home, in church, at work, and in the world.”

First Monday Potluck
for both men and women is every first Monday of the month (holidays, 2nd Monday) at 6:00 p.m. in Linder Lounge for food, fun, fellowship and an invited guest speaker. There is no charge, and reservations are never required; just come, and bring a pizza, salad, dessert, drink or other item to share.

Friday Breakfast
at Denny’s restaurant, 1065 Camino del Rio South, every Friday, 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. Come for good fellowship, conversation, and food.

Annual Men's Retreat
The men's retreat is scheduled for April 2010.

Padres Baseball
Each year in the summer we take in a Padres game at Petco Park. Watch the Outlook newsletter for details.

Service Projects
United Methodist Men participate in service projects and help with all-church picnics and other events.

First Monday Potluck:
Monday July 12, 2010
6:00 p.m., Linder Lounge

Hospice Chaplain Steve Grubbs

Hospice Chaplain Steve Grubbs is the speaker at the next First Monday Potluck, July 12 at 6:00 p.m. in Linder Lounge. (The meeting is being held on the second Monday, July 12, since July 5th is a holiday.)

Chaplain Grubbs will share his experiences in providing spiritual care for terminally ill patients and their families as chaplain for The Elizabeth Hospice in Escondido . Prior to his work as a Hospice Chaplain he served 27 years as a pastor in California and Washington.

Chaplain Grubbs is a graduate of SDSU and Biola University. Before entering the clergy, Chaplain Grubbs sang and played guitar in a band. He also was an actor with the Lamb's Players. Currently he is writing a book to provide encouragement and hope for those in the midst of life's difficult challenges.

All -- both men and women -- are invited, and reservations are never necessary; just bring a pizza, salad, dessert, drink or other item to share.