christian men's network
why christian men's network
Since 1977, Christian Men’s Network has discipled men to become servant leaders in their families, churches, communities, and nations. Dr. Edwin Louis Cole, with his family, launched the ministry with this declaration: “I have been called to speak with a prophetic voice to the men of this generation and commissioned with a ministry majoring in men to declare a standard for manhood, and that standard is ‘manhood and Christlikeness are synonymous.’”
The foundational truth of this international movement is that “Manhood and Christlikeness are synonymous.”
The original message God gave Dr. Cole is stated in the book, Maximized Manhood. Continuing understanding of the Word caused it to grow and be multiplied. However, the basic truth of being identified with Christ, which is the essence of salvation, continues to transform men's lives today. CMN was not initiated to minister for reaction, but for result.
In 1986, after nine years of in-person and in-print ministry, CMN launched a video-of-the-month “video network” that continued for sixteen years. Dr. Cole’s teachings were shipped to thousands of churches across North America and around the world. As a result, the ministry reached into 210 nations, launched dozens of national representatives, and ministered to millions of men the message of Christlike manhood. Countless thousands of men have had life-changing experiences, marriages have been resurrected, relationships healed, and ministers challenged and encouraged.
CMN, since its inception, has birthed hundreds of men’s ministries worldwide. At an athletes’ conference in the early 1990’s, Dr. Cole ministered on “Your Word is Your Bond.” Hearing that message, Coach Bill McCartney became determined to call men to integrity. McCartney invited Dr. Cole to minister the same message at the first “Promise Keepers” stadium event he and his friends created. Dr. Cole spoke at Promise Keepers every year until his death in 2002. Coach McCartney was perhaps the first to call Dr. Cole "the father of the Christian men's movement.”
Dr. Cole authored eleven books which have grown to multiple millions of copies in circulation in more than fifty languages. The books with corresponding workbooks were formed into the Majoring In Men® Curriculum, a systematic study to disciple men. CMN cofounder Paul Louis Cole has authored additional books.
The goal of CMN is to see men change through the power of the Gospel. For that purpose, to that end, and for God's glory, all CMN efforts are made to fulfill His calling and to impact men with the manhood of Christlikeness.
Axioms
Treating God as if He were a man is one of life's great mistakes.
Paul Louis Cole
Paul Louis Cole, ThD, is a globally recognized authority on men's issues, character, and personal growth. As co-founder and president of the Christian Men's Network — active in 138 nations with 160,000+ leaders — he leads faith-based summits drawing tens of thousands annually. A licensed life coach and Doctor of Theology in Semiotics, Paul has authored multiple books including Daring and Just a Bartender. He is also a longtime business owner, global marketing consultant, and award-winning TV/film producer. Paul and his wife Judi have three children, all active in ministry.
Meet the leaders
You can have great crowds with great sermons, but you will never change a nation until you disciple the men.
Bishop Dale C. Bronner
Atlanta. Sr. Pastor/founder Word of Faith Church, Chairman – Bronner Brothers Corp., CMN.
Dr. Robert Barriger
Lima, Peru. Sr. Pastor – Camino De Vida Church, national church leader, director of “Red de Hombres” (CMN) for Latin America.
Eddy Leo
Founder of Abba Love in Indonesia
Dr. Rod Anderson
London. Co-founder with wife Julie of international prayer ministry, “Prayer for the Nations”.
Rv. John Arana, Jr.
Arlington, Texas. Sr. Pastor/founder of Center Point Church. Author, motivator, missionary.
Mr. Glenn Bollinger
Dallas. CEO, Alliance Sports Group, multi-national corporation. Secy. – CMN Board.
Rev. Joel Brooks, Jr.
Kalamazoo, Michigan. Sr. Pastor/founder Christian Life Center. Author, church planter.
Dr. Kevin Dyson
Central Coast, Australia. President/founder New Covenant University – international college.
Dr. Jim Garlow
San Diego. Sr. Pastor Skyline Church. Best-selling author, speaker.
Dr. Phil Pringle
Sydney, Australia Sr. Pastor C3 Church. President – C3 Churches International.
Rev. Doug Stringer
Houston. Founder Turning Point Ministries and Somebody Cares, international compassion.
become part of cmn
If you would like to dive deeper into your journey, consider becoming a member of CMN. Membership provides you with an all-access pass to every resource CMN offers, all for one simple monthly donation amount.
Join the Brotherhood.
Be an integral part of a brotherhood of like-minded men spread across the globe.
Help the Global Community.
Your membership helps men worldwide, many who are in some of the world’s darkest and most persecuted corners.
Pay it Forward.
By “paying it forward” to help others, God’s blessings on CMN ministry outreaches become yours.
Access the CMN Library.
Free access to all CMN digital resources.
Attend CMN Gatherings.
Advance opportunities for CMN events in your area and the annual “Lions Roar” gathering of the brotherhood.
Leadership Training.
Access to CMN leadership