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Why Men Hate Going to Church by [David Murrow]

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“Church is boring.” “It’s irrelevant.” “It’s full of hypocrites.” You’ve heard the excuses—now learn the real reasons men and boys are fleeing churches of every kind, all over the world, and what we can do about it.

Women comprise more than 60% of the adults in a typical worship service in America. Some overseas congregations report ten women for every man in attendance. Men are less likely to lead, volunteer, and give in the church. They pray less, share their faith less, and read the Bible less.

In Why Men Hate Going to Church, David Murrow identifies the barriers keeping many men from going to church, explains why it’s so hard to motivate the men who do attend, and also takes you inside several fast-growing congregations that are winning the hearts of men and boys. In this completely revised, reorganized, and rewritten edition of the classic book, with more than 70 percent new content, explore topics like:

The increase and decrease in male church attendance during the past 500 years
Why Christian churches are more feminine even though men are often still the leaders
The difference between the type of God men and women like to worship
The lack of volunteering and ministry opportunities for men
The benefits men get from attending church regularly

Men need the church but, more importantly, the church needs men. The presence of enthusiastic men is one of the surest predictors of church health, growth, giving, and expansion. Why Men Hate Going to Church does not call men back to church—it calls the church back to men.

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According to the author, American men hate going to church, as evidenced by a wealth of statistics that point to an ever-widening gap between female and male churchgoers. Regardless of denomination, it appears that most Christian churches are unintentionally designed to appeal to women and children. How to solve the growing gender gap in congregations of every type? Murrow advocates injecting a strong shot of testosterone into the proceedings to restore the masculine spirit to the church. Churches need to provide a more challenging and confrontational approach to religion and spiritual issues instead of concentrating on more traditional-- and female-oriented--calls for conformity, control, and ceremony. Whether or not you fully buy into his somewhat simplistic hypothesis and solution, Murrow does provide some provocative food for thought on a hot-button topic. Margaret Flanagan
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Murrow, a television writer and producer, asks and effectively answers the question: "What is it about modern Christianity that is driving men away?" Just 35% of American men say they attend church weekly, he reports, and women make up more than 60% of the typical congregation on a given Sunday. Murrow contends that the church caters to women, children and the elderly by creating a safe, predictable environment. This alienates anyone fond of risk taking, including young men and women, but men are affected most. In order to reach men, Murrow suggests, churches must "adjust the thermostat" to embrace the masculine spirit: let men lead; give them tasks; encourage pastors to show strength and teach men through object lessons, letting them discover truth for themselves. Two of the best outreach methods: start rigorous mentoring programs and help men make friends with other men. Murrow bases his conclusions on what he claims are legitimate biological and cultural gender differences. He is aware that these observations might offend, and his thesis will find few takers among those who believe that the church needs less, not more, male influence. But Murrow's work is quite likely to get an enthusiastic reception from many Christian men. It contains sharp observations that will provoke much discussion—and, perhaps, some change. (Mar. 24)
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David Murrow was sitting in church one day when it hit him: Where are the men?

A television producer and writer by day, he threw himself into answering that question. His quest became a bestselling book, Why Men Hate Going to Church, The book has been reviewed in newspapers such as the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, New York Times and many others. He’s spoken about the gender gap on the NBC Nightly News, Fox News Channel and PBS. He’s a frequent guest on Christian TV and radio programs such as Family Life Today, Dr. Dobson’s Family Talk and dozens of local broadcasts.

David is also known as The Online Preaching Coach. David teaches pastors and speakers how to craft messages that are watched, remembered and shared online.

David lives in Anchorage, Alaska with his wife Gina.

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Murrow truly a bold, man of God - WE NEED MORE MEN LIKE THAT!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 30, 2016

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The fact that this book is written by someone who did not attend formal seminary but in his heart of hearts observed a problem and then took it to the next level in writing a book indicates a bold passion. We need more men like David. Murrow's points are bold, and striking as to why this phenomenon occurs. Some readers may have to put their FEELINGS aside and look at the main points. Any pastor, elder or related leader who has any wisdom and truly cares about growing/healing his church in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ needs to absorb the sometimes over-the-top humour and perhaps (for some) a tad crude language to see the light here. Wither the storm brothers. Would Jesus recognize his church today? Would He be welcomed in it? . Thank you brother David, you are truly a blessing from God and I pray that more men feel secure in being as bold as you are for His glory.

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The book title says it all. I was surprised ...

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 8, 2017

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The book title says it all. I was surprised at how big a problem this really is. It's much more serious than simply an observation. Jesus Christ and the Gospel are being misrepresented by what passes for a church service these days.

Why Men Hate Going to Church

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 26, 2018

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Many good points. Hope it works in smaller churches too, not just mega churches, for which the author has a secret admiration.?
Will recommend the book to leadership in my church. It may lead to some welcome changes, the Lord willing.

Thanks for having the balls to write an honest book that I, a man can actually use.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on September 7, 2013

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I have grown really tired of trying to do better, so much that, I quit trying years ago.
The things you say in your book really hit me hard, in a good way and I can see why I gave up trying to be a man of God years ago.

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A Great Read ... Really

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 5, 2014

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I started reading and could not put it down ... and I don't ever read this kind of book. As the leader of mens ministries in my church this book challenged almost every belief I had about church and the way we do it.

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A must read for ALL church staff.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on August 8, 2014

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Love this book. Have recommended it to many and will continue to do so. Should be a must read for churches and seminaries everywhere. Thank you David Murrow.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on January 14, 2017

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Awesome!

Steven Ibbotson

Convincing & Challenging analysis

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on November 11, 2011

I remember hearing about this book when it was first published in 1995 (2005). There were some proponents who felt this book was long overdue. Others felt the book was simply a pathetic attempt to excuse male apathy in church. So, when the opportunity was given to review an updated version, I jumped in eager to read the arguments and examine their validity.

It is only fair to concede that this reader fits the small percentage of men who the church "connects" with - the verbal (able to teach/preach), studious (I read the book, right!), and sensitive (okay, many people would not describe me this way, but as it relates to the concepts in this book). Though I enjoy sports, due to physical limitations I cannot play, and thus resonate with the language Murrow suggests the church largely ignores that is men's preferred context/language. I can understand why male critics of this book would not agree with Murrow, because if you are a male church "star" (pastor/elder) and you agree with the thesis of the book, you are essentially admitting that you are a "feminine man."

The thesis of the book is that the main reason men hate church is because most aspects of congregational life are oriented towards predominantly female traits and styles. Part 1 seek to answer the question, "Where are the men?" and though not rich in statistics, the fact of the argument is really not up for debate.

Murrow actually begin arguing in chapter 5 (two chapters before part 2 of the book seemingly begins) that church culture and male culture are in constant structural (sytems) and functional (how things actually work out) conflict. From a one-sided view of Jesus (chapter 6) to the lovey-dovey worship songs (chapter 9) and many other symptoms, Murrow thoroughly points out how churches of the 20th century sent multiple messages to men that "church" is not the place you want to be talking about over the water-cooler on Monday morning. This part of the book is repetitive in some places, yet at the same time, it provides such ample evidence of how male culture is so diametrically opposed to most church language and activities, that one really can only cringe in embarassment.

Fortunately, part 3 offers some ten practical chapters "Calling the Church back to Men." By the end of the book, this reader found himself both convinced of the need for change to our church language and structures so that they are more "manly" as well as armed with some initial ideas for making these things happen.

This book was provided for free for review by Thomas Nelson publishers as part of the BookSneeze program.

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John Hardy

The book I have been looking for for a decade

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 25, 2018

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This book is quite "American" in the sense that the language, the characterisation of men and the descriptions of church life are quite bound to US culture. The principles though are universal and the insights obvious once stated(!). Some will consider it sexist but it really isn't. I may just order a dozen copies to give to friends

Rae

Helpful insight if you know men who are struggling

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 24, 2018

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Thought provoking book. Sometimes makes generalisations about both men and women, but the author acknowledges this and such comments are usually backed up with compelling evidence. Has helped me understand more about my boyfriend’s view on church as he comes from an unchurched background and has struggled over the years to get involved. Has made me reconsider how church can be a more inclusive and welcoming space for men of all ages, particularly young men.

LindyLou

A must read for both men and women.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 2, 2018

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A must read for both men and women. This book explains why so many men are bored stiff in church, yet love Jesus.

LenHenderson

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on October 25, 2017

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very good

Mr R P Eaton

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 18, 2017

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Great insights.

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