United Methodist Men

The General Commission on United Methodist Men (UMMen) involves men in a growing relationship to Jesus Christ and his church and provides resources and support for programs of evangelism, stewardship and the needs of men. United Methodist Men leads the church’s scouting ministry (Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Campfire), encourages participation in several programs serving at-risk youth and advocates for and supports men seeking to prevent domestic violence.

The Rev. Bill Patterson (right) helps lead a men's Bible study at Leipsic (Ohio) United Methodist Church. At left are Ken Rider and Craig Wykoff. Photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS.

Ministry to men

The ministry of men in the local church is defined as a core group of men, partnering with their pastor, to invite and initiate spiritual growth opportunities for all men of the church.

Learn how we support men's spiritual growth.

Steven Scheid, director of Scouting, poses with Scouting leaders. Photo courtesy of United Methodist Men.

Scouting Ministry

The United Methodist Men’s Foundation established an Office of Civic Youth-Serving Agencies/Scouting Ministries to promote the use of programs across the Church and to help local congregations understand how they might use civic youth-serving agencies as an outreach ministry within their community.

Learn More About Scouting