“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.”
Friday, February 27, 2026
9:00 am - Noon
Men’s University at North Dakota Men’s Retreat provides an opportunity for learning in ways that are both meaningful and practical.
Features
#1 Key to Success in Life
Randy McPherson is an inspirational speaker, avid hunter, outdoorsman, and successful businessman. Embracing challenges both in nature and in the business life, I thrive on sharing my experiences and insights with others to inspire action and growth.
In this Men’s University session Randy will share life lessons learned from a serial entrepreneur whose companies have generated billions of dollars of revenue.
Randy McPherson
Inspirational Speaker, Avid Hunter and Successful Businessman
Israel is…
In this powerful breakout session, Pastor Ron Enget will unpack why standing with Israel is not a political issue—but a deeply biblical one. Discover God’s covenant promises to the Jewish people, His prophetic plan for Israel’s future, and the blessing attaching to praying for, supporting, and speaking out against antisemitism. Come be equipped from Scripture to love what God loves and stand where God stands.
Pastor Ron and Julie Enget
ND Director for Christians United for Israel
The Prayer Room: Where Battles are Won
Pastor Vondell Brandy is the lead pastor of Life Church in Williston, ND. He will lead The Prayer Room during Men’s University, a new feature for Men’s Retreat 2026. The Prayer Room will be open throughout Men’s University on Friday morning with similar teaching and ministry during each session. This will allow you three different time options to receive ministry and minister in The Prayer Room.
As men we are invited to "Man Up" and get in the ring. In Genesis 32 we read about a man named Jacob who wrestled with God and he was never the same again. Are you willing to step in the ring? God is waiting for you!
Pastor Vondell and Mandi Brandt
Lead Pastor of Williston Life Church
More Men’s University Features
INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP OF THE NEXT GENERATION w/ Pastor Chad Hammontree
It is our job as fathers, coaches, teachers, leaders to disciple the next generation. In Deuteronomy 6:6-7 we have a command to commit to disciple our family. Come learn about what it means to “commit” yourselves wholeheartedly to the things of God and why Jesus during the sermon on the mount is pointing back to this passage.
Let it not be said that a generation doesn’t know the Lord!
THE NEW EARTH w/ Brandon Culver
The Bible doesn’t end with clouds and harps — it ends with a New Earth. What will it be like? Where will it be? And how does Heaven fit into the story? Join us as we dig into Scripture and discover the future God has promised.
CALEB: A PROFILE IN BEING DIFFERENT w/ Lucas Aufenkamp
Caleb is described in the Bible as being a man with a different spirit. What was it that set him apart from all others in his generation? Which of his qualities can be developed in our lives?
CALM PARENTING: DISCIPLINE WITHOUT ANGER w/ Cory Phillips
Dad, are you tired of yelling at your kids? Does your child seem to push all your buttons? Do you struggled with how to respond to rebellious or disobedient kids in a way that is loving but also holds the line? Let’s allow Scripture to teach us how to calm down and discipline our kids WITHOUT anger.
THE NARRATIVE OF THE BIBLE: GOD’S MASTER PLAN w/ Nathan Aufenkamp
When Adam and Eve fell, God immediately got to work to bring humanity back to his original Edenic vision. How is he doing this? The answers may surprise you. God gives us hints as to his master plan throughout the narrative of the Bible. In this workshop we’ll take a look at several of these moments.
MEN ON A MISSIONS w/ Wes King
God has placed you in this community for a reason. Join us for “Men on Mission” as we discover how ordinary men can live with extraordinary purpose right here at home. It’s time to step up, lead well, and make an impact that lasts for generations.
_______ w/ Kevin Anderson
Tentative Schedule
We continue working to confirm classes for Men’s University. Check back soon!
9:00 am
Israel is… w/ Pastor Ron Enget in the Chapel
Intentionally Discipling the Next Generation in Your Home w/ Chad Hammontree in the Cafeteria
Caleb: A Profile in Being Different w/ Lucas Aufenkamp in the Woodland Lobby
The Prayer Room: Where Battles are Won w/ Pastor Vondell Brandt in Upstairs Eckert
10:00 am
Parenting: Discipline Without Anger w/ Cory Phillips in the Chapel
The Narrative of the Bible: God’s Master Plan w/ Nathan Aufenkamp int he Cafeteria
Men on a Mission w/ Wes King in the Woodland Lobby
The Prayer Room: Where Battles are Won w/ Pastor Vondell Brandt in Upstairs Eckert
11:00 am
The New Earth w/ Brandon Culver in the Chapel
The #1 Key to Success w/ Randy McPherson in the Cafeteria
____ w/ Pastor Kevin Anderson in the Woodland Lobby
The Prayer Room: Where Battles are Won w/ Pastor Vondell Brandt in Upstairs Eckert