Testimonials
Testimony from Gareth
"The Ignite Community for Men has been monumental to my growth as a Man. Mark and Wes and I met close to a year and half ago when I was at a low. No job, no vision for what I wanted and barely any confidence in myself. Since then, I have gotten to a place of confidence. I gained momentum in my life and found a brotherhood with the Community. It gave me something to look forward to. I started setting goals and meeting with these men who have helped hold me accountable and also to give myself grace when I fell short. The group continues to grow as all of us do. The saying “Iron sharpens iron” couldn’t be more true. This is not only a community. This is a brotherhood, a new chapter in my life. And one that’s ultimately showed me that I could be successful. This is only the beginning. A New era. My hope is that another man with the circumstances I had will join our group so we can help him. The worst thing is a broken fractured man not receiving the help that he needs to become a better man and to help his family, community and to be a ripple effect in such a damaged world. The Ignite Community has and always will be apart of my success and future." ⁃ Gareth Berry
Testimony from Jerry
"When life gives you lemons make lemonade". But commonly we answer with "but I don't even like lemonade.". For sometime, our lives have been one big storm after another. We all have experienced losses, hardships, and lots of insecurities. When I heard about the men's group forming in the county, I thought that could be a source of relief or repair of what the overwhelming feelings I was experiencing. After three meetings, I have found resources and opinions from others in the group that helped decrease those overwhelming feelings. In the group, we share what is happening in our daily lives and then share with others our suggested comforts and ideas. While it may not solve my issues, I gather thoughts from others that may direct me to alternatives. From the ending of one meeting, my focus changes to suggestions made and looking forward to the next meeting. Meetings are open to all ages of men in all walks of life. I have been involved in other groups over the years. This one has started with a boom. It has been a source of relief and comfort and a sounding board for my life. I encourage others to join us and see a future of support to men in our county. Stress is great for all of us right now and this can be a source to reduce stress related days." - Jerry Heath