MEN'S COMMUNITY
Push yourself and grow.
Where a man spends his time says a lot about him and what he values. From seeking success in a pressure-filled workforce, to finding quality time to make memories with family. From seeking physical strength through healthy lifestyle choices to spending time being fed spiritually and/or emotionally. Life is full of experiences and growth opportunities, but it can also be a challenge to find balance with our time.
We recognize that men shouldn’t navigate that challenge alone. With Men’s Groups and other Venture Men gatherings, we can find strength through friendship, encouragement when we see we aren’t alone, and growth discovering the men we are meant to be.
Ways to Connect
MEN'S LIFE GROUPS
At Venture, the primary way we live in community is through Life Groups.
These groups are 8 to 15 men who meet weekly or several times a month, all throughout San Jose (In person and Online).
Some discuss the weekend’s message, but all are sharing in each other’s ups and downs and pursuing the way of Jesus together.
JOIN A MEN’S LIFE GROUPS HERE
Contact: Nathan Gelsinger, [email protected]
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
We are a group of men gathering in a mid-sized group on Wednesday nights to encourage each other, study the Bible, and share a time of discussion in smaller table groups.
We will be studying Romans starting December 4th. Preview the Series Here. Material is video teaching (12-20 min) followed by a vibrant table discussion and prayer time.
Wednesday Nights, 6:45-8:45 P.M.
In Person @ VENTURE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
JOIN HERE
Contact: Paul Gerlach, [email protected]
Warrior Men
If you are a man that is struggling with pornography or other sexual addiction issues, you are not alone. The Warrior Movement at Venture comes alongside men that are not experiencing God’s best for their lives and provides encouragement and support toward victory over their addiction.
Please email us for more information.
Contact: [email protected]
B E T T E R M A N
BetterMAN – Fall 2024 – DEFINED (Parts 3+4)
“Excel at God’s Work + Improve God’s World”
THURSDAY MORNINGS, 6:15-7:45 a.m.
September 19 – November 21
Venture Christian Church – Venue 2
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS, 6:45-8:45 P.M.
September 25 – November 27
Venture Christian Church – ROOM 201
Join Tim Lundy for the next installment of the BetterMan DEFINED series, a 10-week group study into the key principles of biblical manhood. Explore how to find greater purpose and success in the work God has given you to do, as well as how to make the world He has given us to live in a better place for all!
REGISTER HERE
Contact: Tracy Noble, [email protected]
RESOURCES
Workbook Download – MAN/WORK (09/19-10/16)
Workbook Download – MAN/WORLD (10/23-11/21)
VIDEO ARCHIVES
BetterMan Defined.3 / WORK – Week 1 – 09.19
BetterMan Defined.3 / WORK – Week 2 – 09.26
BetterMan Defined.3 / WORK – Week 3 – 10.03
BetterMan Defined.3 / WORK – Week 4 – 10.10
BetterMan Defined.3 / WORK – Week 5 – 10.17
BetterMan Defined.4 / WORLD – Week 6 – 10.24
BetterMan Defined.4 / WORLD – Week 7 – 10.31
BetterMan Defined.4 / WORLD – Week 8 – 11.07
BetterMan Defined.4 / WORLD – Week 9 – 11.14
BetterMan Defined.4 / WORLD – Week 10 – 11.21
Archives
BetterMAN – Spring 2024 – DEFINED (Part 2)
“LOVE & PROTECT GOD’S WOMAN”
Take a deep dive into the key principles of biblical manhood with an exploration of how God equips men for marriage and what He expects from them in this covenant relationship. Discover why a BetterMan is defined as one who loves and protects God’s woman.
RESOURCES
Workbook Download
VIDEO ARCHIVES
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 1 – 03.07.24
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 2 – 03.14.24
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 3 – 03.21.24
NO MTG ON 03.28.24
NO MTG ON 04.04.24
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 4 – 04.11.24
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 5 – 04.18.24
BetterMan Defined.2 – Week 6 – 04.25.24
BetterMAN 2024 – DEFINED (Part 1)
“Courageously Follow God’s Word”
Take a deep dive into the key principles of biblical manhood with an exploration of how God’s Word shapes men. Discover why a BetterMan is defined as one who courageously follows God’s Word.
RESOURCES
Workbook Download
VIDEO ARCHIVES
BetterMan Defined.1 – Week 1 – 01.18.24
BetterMan Defined.1 – Week 2 – 01.25.24
BetterMan Defined.1 – Week 3 – 02.01.24
BetterMan Defined.1 – Week 4 – 02.08.24
BetterMan Defined.1 – Week 5 – 02.15.24
BetterMan – Fall 2023
HOW GOD MAKES MEN
A 10-Week study on how God shaped the lives of 10 characters in the Bible
VIDEO ARCHIVES
BetterMan Session 1 – 09.21.2023 | Outline
BetterMan Session 2 – 09.28.2023 | outline
BETTERMAN SESSION 3 – 10.05.2023 | outline
BetterMan Session 4 – 10.12.2023 (NO VIDEO) | outline
BetterMan Session 5 – 10.19.2023
BetterMan Session 6 – 10.26.2023 (NO VIDEO) | OUTLINE
BetterMan Session 7 – 11.02.23 (NO VIDEO) | OUTLINE
BetterMan Session 8 – 11.09.2023 | OUTLINE
BetterMan Session 9 – 11.16.2023 | OUTLINE
NO SESSION – THANKSGIVING
BetterMan Session 10 – 11.30.2023 | OUTLINE
Contact: Tracy Noble, [email protected]
BETTERMAN – spring 2023
VIDEO ARCHIVES
BetterMan Session 1 – 01.19.23
BetterMan Session 2 – 01.26.23
BetterMan Session 3 – 02.02.23
BetterMan Session 4 – 02.09.23
BetterMan Session 5 – 02.16.23
NO MEETING 02.23.23
BetterMan Session 6 – 03.02.23
BetterMan Session 7 – 03.09.23
BetterMan Session 8 – 03.16.23
BetterMan Session 9 – 03.23.23
BetterMan Session 10 – 03.30.23
BetterMan Session 11 – 04.06.23
TESTED STUDY
TESTED: FACING THE TRIALS IN EVERY MAN’S LIFE
8-week Bible study based on the life of Joseph
Resources are available if you want to lead a group in your neighborhood or workplace …
or if you want to share and journey along with friends remotely.
Each week’s outline and video is available below:
Week 1: Oct. 06, 2022 — Video / Outline
Week 2: Oct. 13, 2022 — Video / Outline
Week 3: Oct. 20, 2022 — Video / Outline
Week 4: Oct. 27, 2022 — Video / Outline
Week 5: Nov. 03, 2022 — Video / Outline
Week 6: Nov. 10, 2022 — Video / Outline