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Who is this for?

Any man that is committed to working towards changing patterns of power and control in their relationships.

When and where does it meet?

Thursday evenings, starting May 14th, 2024 from 7:00-8:30pm, via Zoom.  

How do I register?

Following a successful intake interview, pay the class registration fee.
Option One: $800, made in two monthly payments of $400 each
Option Two: $720, pay in full upfront (10% discount- Save $80)

What if I decide this isn't for me?

A partial refund may be issued depending on your payment status.  Re-registering in the program after leaving will require an additional $50 fee.

What do I need to do before classes begins?

  1. Download, complete, and return the following forms by start of class to churchpartners@calledtopeace.org:
    Class Rules
    Contract for Participation
    Orientation Form
    Program Fees and Policies
    Change Plan Worksheet
  2. Complete an Intake Interview (If you are not accepted into the program following your intake interview, we will refund your money.)

What will the class size be?

Space is limited to approximately 12 participants.

What does G-5 stand for?

G-5 refers to Galatians 5:22-23, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” As men who profess faith in Christ, we eagerly desire that this fruit of the Spirit will be increasingly present in every aspect of our lives, especially in our relationships with those we love the most. 

Who are the facilitators?

Dr. Debra Wingfield will serve as co-facilitator and supervisor of the program. Dr. Debra served in private practice for over 20 years focusing on treating adult children from dysfunctional families, child abuse victims, domestic violence victims, offenders, and child witness victims.

Jim Upchurch will serve as co-facilitator of the program.  Jim has served in pastoral roles for the last 15 years and serves as Church Partnerships Liaison for Called to Peace Ministries. Jim has received training on facilitation groups according to the Duluth Model: Creating a Process of Change for Men Who Batter.

Andre Turrentine will serve as co-facilitator of the program.  Andre is a Church Partnership Liason with Called to Peace Ministries.  Andre has received training on facilitation groups according to the Duluth Model: Creating a Process of Change for Men Who Batter.

What will be covered in the class?

The classes will cover ten themes and will include group dialogue and exercises, video vignettes, role plays, and follow up assignments. The themes we will cover are nonviolence, non-threatening behavior, respect, trust and support, honest and accountability, responsible parenting, shared responsibility, economic partnership, sexual respect, and negotiation and fairness. Throughout the course, participants will be guided to consider their behaviors, motives, and beliefs in relation to these themes and what the Scripture teaches about the fruit which the Spirit produces in us (Galatians 5:22-23)

Update 1/12/23: We are currently accepting applications for our G5 Men’s Intervention Group.  If you are interested in the group, follow this link to complete the initial registration application.  G5 Men’s Group Registration Link  After you complete the registration form, Andre Turrentine will reach out to you for further interviews.  He can be reached at g5men@calledtopeace.org