MISSION: To help PBC equip and disciple men to lead authentic, courageous and transformed Christ-centred lives.
All the men within and associated with PBC, are welcomed to join together for fun times and as encouragement to strengthen relationships with the Lord. The programme of events and activities is continually evolving. Denis Davies coordinates the ministry, if you don't see him to talk to, he can be contacted via the
Church Office.
LOCATION Exploring Abinger - the Roughs, Common and Hatch.
DESCRIPTION 5 mile walk - 3 1/2 miles before lunch - in the gentler and most delightful features of this part of Surrey (near Dorking). Can you really afford to miss out !
LUNCH Lunch stop at the Abinger Hatch pub. Lots of good ales / tasty food.
We will have just under 2 hours to walk before lunch and just over an hour after lunch. We should be home around 4.30/5.00pm. There's a church opposite the pub and if open and no wedding we might want to gather for a short time of reflection - contemplation and encouragement!
TIME Suggest we meet at 10am at the church or at 11am at the Abinger Roughs National Trust car park nearest post code RH5 6QS.
PACE This is a perfect walk for gentle strollers - do think about bringing other family members or friends.
BOOKING Please contact Chris Giles or
Church Office if interested.
ADDITIONAL WALK TBC Saturday 12 April
Monthly prayer meetings on fourth Tuesday of the month - 7.30pm in the Cube. Men, please join us in prayer and fellowship, we look forward to seeing you!
Future dates: 22 Apr | 24 Jun | 23 Sep | 25 Nov
Other events:
Men's Breakfast Saturday 24 May 8-10am
THE GATHERING 2025
A group of men a from PBC had a great time at this year's event the 2024! Music, laughter, food, mates, worship, teaching and about 120 men coming forward in response to the gospel message. Men stepping forward in faith for the first time, and men coming back to Jesus and the life he holds for them. Bookings are open for the 2025 event at thegatheringformen.com/tg25 and let us know if you going/interested in going.
VISION
- Our desire is to develop a community of men dedicated to cultivating real relationships and spiritual maturity
- We aim to be authentic and courageous men of strong character and integrity who serve Christ and support one another with intentional action and an inclusive attitude
- Our pledge is to use our time, energy and resources to connect and meet the needs of men (including young adult men) within PBC and the wider community
- Christ-centred lives: Integrate faith, loving God and biblical truth into all aspects of men’s life – family (fathers, husbands, partners), friends, work, church and community
- Equip and disciple men: Building good character, influence, supportive relationships and mutual cooperation through discipleship – teaching and fellowship
- Lead authentic and courageous lives: Lean into God, embrace and accept our human limitations and weaknesses – develop trusted relationships in small groups
- Integrity in character: Grow courageous men of faith, integrity and spiritual maturity
- Inter-generational: Bridging the inter-generational gap through mentoring, prayer and supporting young adult men (18 years +)
12-Month Focus
Prayer Dedicated group of men committed to pray regularly for the ministry
Small Groups We discuss real life issue-oriented topics pertinent to men
Events Activities based on common interests and passions