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85%

OF PARISHES LACK A MEN’S SPIRITUAL GROUP *

Men are walking through life like one man armies, disconnected from other Catholic men

In today’s world, Catholic men are attacked from all sides. The world entices them to live only for themselves. It tells them to abdicate their God-given call to be leaders of the Church and their families.
Too many Catholic men have given in and become caught up in vice and addiction. They feel empty, alone, unworthy and even unlovable. They’re hungering for more, but don’t know where to turn.

85%

OF PARISHES LACK A MEN’S SPIRITUAL GROUP *

Men Need Other Men through Catholic Men's Ministry

If the Church wants to renew families, it needs to renew men. Men need to know they are loved. They need people who have their back as they try to become the husbands, fathers and leaders God calls them to be. They especially need other Catholic men who know better than anyone else what they’re struggling with.
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A FELLOW GUY IN THE PEW

John Edwards has known firsthand many of the struggles men go through. He struggled with addiction, went to jail and almost lost his marriage. When he came back to Jesus, he struggled to find other men to support him in his walk with Christ. He founded Pew Ministries to help parishes start men’s groups where guys can find the support they need to become the men they’re meant to be.

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How We Help Your Catholic Men's Ministry Flourish

We believe in a boots-on-the-ground approach. John will personally come to your parish to help you start or revitalize your men’s group. He’ll teach you the four pillars of men’s ministry: worship, fellowship, service and formation. He’ll encourage your men to enjoy each other’s company, but also to become vulnerable and share their doubts and fears. Your men will learn practical steps they can take to become better husbands, fathers, workers and friends.

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SINCE 2022,
PEW MINISTRIES…

STARTED OVER 30 MEN’S MINISTRIES
GAVE 35 MISSIONS NATIONWIDE
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Recorded over 350 Podcast Episodes
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Gave 7 Diocesan Leadership Summits
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Traveled nearly 45,000 miles in 2025 alone to spread the Gospel

WHAT MEN AND CHURCH LEADERS SAY ABOUT OUR WORK with Catholic Men’s Ministry

John Edwards 'Just a Guy in the Pew Ministries' is all about our baptismal vocation, a holiness and service, of justice and mercy and mission. And so I say to John and to all, with St. Ignatius of Loyola: 'go forth and set the world on fire.' The mission is in front of us. Siempre Adelante"
— Bishop David Talley Diocese of Memphis
John was willing to help us start a spiritual group for men in our parish and due to his help, we have a great group of men of all ages and backgrounds who are meeting on a regular basis to grow in their Roman Catholic Faith. God bless John and his work to help men find their place in the spiritual life of the church. I am happy to recommend him."
— Fr. Timothy Farrell Sacred Heart Parish Farminton, New Mexico
I am so pleased to partner with John and Pew Ministries. We now have over 30 men coming to the group. John has given us a structure and leadership model that has helped us form the men in our community. Without John and his ministry, I know we wouldn't be where we are today."
— Deacon Manny Vasquez Sacred Heart Parish Wichita Falls ,Texas
After John delivered his parish mission and men's group training it was as if a sleeping giant had awakened. We now have an active and thriving men's group with men whose hearts are on fire to serve God and our parish community. I can't stress enough how important John and Pew Ministries was for the men in our parish!"
— Ivan Lara Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation St Anthony of Padua Las Vegas Nevada

HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR PARISH MEN’S Ministry

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Contact us and bring John to your parish to give a mission.

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Develop a plan with John to create or revitalize your parish men’s ministry.

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Launch your men’s group and watch the Holy Spirit transform your parish!

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The Just a Guy in the Pew Podcast - Resources for Christian Men

John keeps it raw and real in the “Just a Guy in the Pew” podcast. He talks man to man about the struggles guys face and how much potential they have to turn their lives around. Many high profile Catholics have appeared on the show, including Matt Fradd, Jason Evert and Chris Stefanick.

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Ready to get Your Men's Group Started?

We’re at a critical juncture in our Church and culture. Men need to be renewed now to take the lead in healing our families, parishes and communities.

It all starts on the parish level. We need your men’s boots on the ground to help in this effort. Get in touch with us today to get your men’s ministry rolling!

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