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Impactus podcastEP 90: Reflecting on 30 Years of Impactus with Kirk Giles & Dean BrentonIn the fall of 2025, we are celebrating 30 years of Impactus! In 1990, two men in a car on a Colorado highway had a conversation about how to help men lead biblical, fulfilled lives. This conversation soon turned into men's conferences throughout America, with millions of men being challenged to live with a Christ-centered view of manhood under the brand Promise Keepers. A group of Canadian men attended these events and desired to launch the same ministry in Canada. After a season of prayer, research, and planning, Promise Keepers Canada was founded in 1995 as PK's first international expa...
2025-10-1541 min
HOPE FOR THE AGORAS6 EP 4 Men and their Mental Health w/ Dean BretonDean Breton from Impactus Men's Ministry joins Allen to discuss the needs of men on their mental health journey. They discuss toxic masculinity and the struggles it brings in following Jesus as well as being honest about and receptive to support for their mental health. Dean Breton is the president of Impactus (formerly Promise Keepers Canada).Links:impacts.orginstagram: impactusmenFacebook: Impactus
2025-06-2641 min
The UnravelingMen MatterYour family, your church, and your community need you to step up spiritually. Find out how to take the first step as Mark and Chris Walker from Impactus (Promise Keepers) discuss. Sound of Faith is a media ministry serving you with the life-giving message of Jesus Christ.YouTube: @OfficialSoundOfFaithWebsite: soundofaith.com
2024-10-0918 min
Inspire HopeWhen Nothing Else Satisfied...Jamie lived a pretty good life from the perspective of those around him. He was happily married, had three sons, and a reputable career in law enforcement. But something always seemed to be missing. Discontentment grew until he found himself at the brink of death. Jamie had fractured his ankle which led to a pulminary embolism that almost took his life. With a long recovery ahead of him, and plenty of time to sit and think, Jamie faced the reality of where his life was headed. What would he do?
Jamie is husband to Brenda, father to...
2022-08-0632 min
Impactus podcastEP 51: Freedom In Christ: Breaking Free from the Lies - Daniel ImWhere do we find our worth, identity, and value? What defines you? Your Title? Position? Degrees? Wealth? Success? Family? Our toys or technology? Or is there something deeper, more significant that can form us into the men we were created to be? In this episode, Dean is joined by Daniel Im, the Lead Pastor of Beulah Alliance Church. His latest book is You Are What You Do: And Six Other Lies about Work, Life, and Love. He is also the author of No Silver Bullets and co-author of Planting Missional Churches. He co-hosts the IMbetween Podcast with h...
2022-08-0143 min
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's PodcastFind Your Mentor: Improving Your Life Through Mentorship w/ Dean Brenton EP 524Why are we continually telling guys to get a mentor or to be in a small group with other men? We will tackle this with Dean Brenton in this Episode. Dean Brenton is the President of Impactus | Promise Keepers Canada. Dean has been an active part of denominational, national, and parachurch committees, initiatives and events as well as international and local mission projects. He previously served for 13 years as the Executive Director of Ministry Development and Strategic Initiatives/Executive Director of Church Ministries for the Pentecostal Assemblies of Newfoundland and Labrador (PAONL). He also served as a Part-Time Instructor...
2022-03-1157 min
Impactus podcastEP 32: 2021 Year End Podcast – Impactus | Promise Keepers Canada2021 was a memorable year to say the least. As a ministry, we have seen God do some incredible things and we would love to tell you about them. In this podcast you will hear about how we continued to impact men despite the many restrictions. Listen in for a recap of our ministry year and hear of the many exciting things that God has done.
2021-12-1522 min
Impactus podcastEP 31: Making a Difference in Your Community – Dr. Michael BayerDeep down, godly men want to make a difference and live a life of impact. What if significant influence is on the other side of just saying "yes" to God and letting Him lead you outside of your comfort zones. In this episode, Dr. Michael Bayer shares his experience of how being obedient to God opened doors to make a tremendous difference in a neighborhood that most people choose to avoid. Dr. Bayer touches on the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus, not doing ministry alone, and how to partner with communities to meet their...
2021-12-0144 min
Man Within Podcast126 - Dean Brenton (Impactus/Promise Keepers) on Life Change During COVID, Keys To A Long Marriage, and Why Every Man Is A LeaderDean Brenton became the President of Impactus | Promise Keepers Canada in January 2021, after serving for 30 years in pastoral ministry and denominational executive leadership. In today's interview, Dean explains what it was like taking over a prominent ministry during the pandemic while moving across the country, what it's like being the only male in a 5-person household, and how men can get resourced to walk further in their callings. This interview is especially for any guy who is currently a leader or intends to become a leader one day.
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2021-10-1143 minMan Within Podcast106 - Kirk Giles (Promise Keepers/Forward Church) on Defining Genders In The 21st Century, How To Handle Tiredness, and The Value of SabbathFor 24 years, Kirk served on the frontlines of ministry to men through his work with Promise Keepers Canada - Impactus. He is the author of "The Seasons of Fatherhood: Why Dads Matter At Every Stage of Life." Kirk has taught thousands of men to find hope, freedom, and purpose in Jesus. In today's interview, Kirk shares why he left Promise Keepers when it was doing well, how to juggle spiritual life with the demands of family and marriage, and why prioritizing sabbath will change your impact as a man.
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2021-09-1346 min
Impactus podcastEP 12: Godly Husband with Kirk GilesAnother Valentine's Day has come and gone; you've done the flowers and nice dinner. Mauricio Rosa talks with former Promise Keepers Canada | Impactus President Kirk Giles about what it means to be a godly husband the rest of the days of the year, in day-to-day living. Most men are used to compartmentalizing life, separating their job, home life, church, friends, kids and more. This is a struggle for most men right now as living, working and doing church at home is blending all of the elements of life together putting added pressure on marriages. They...
2021-02-1535 min
Fierce MarriageThe 5 Biggest Obstacles to Transparency During LockdownWe're finding that even though couples are spending more time together than ever, they're still drifting apart. Physical closeness doesn't automatically beget emotional intimacy. In this special episode, we discussed the 5 most common reasons husbands and wives fail to be fully known by each other. This recording is from a special online event hosted by Impactus Ministries (Promise Keepers Canada). Visit Impactus.org to learn more.
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2021-02-021h 14
Impactus podcastEp 10: Getting Fit at Home - Rob NairnIn this episode, Rob Nairn, fitness contributor to Promise Keepers Canada | Impactus offers very practical and important tips on staying healthy during lockdown. With gyms closed or limited access Rob talks about how to stay fit at home. Rob speaks to the danger of sitting too long and encourages movement, stretching standing and moving about throughout the day. You'll hear great advice on eating healthy, less screen time and how to work out without a gym. A great podcast that will encourage you to build some healthy habits while spending so much time at home.
2021-01-1544 min
Impactus podcastBeing Thankful When You Don't Want ToThankfulness is not only about a holiday each year, it is a lifestyle that can change your entire perspective on life. These men get real about some of the challenges they have faced as men and how God has been teaching them to be thankful. You will gain some real wisdom, encouragement, and practical ideas to be a grateful man every day. This edition of the podcast features a roundtable discussion with Lennett Anderson (popular speaker from Promise Keepers Canada Men's Conferences and pastor of EBC: The Meeting Place in Halifax), Mauricio Rosa (Content Manager for Impactus) an...
2020-10-0138 min