Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Promise Keepers

Can I join PK?
We encourage men to be committed promise keepers, living a life of integrity. This is not related to belonging to an organisation. PK has no members or fees, only a mailing list of supporters. Men are encouraged to be active in their local church.

Is PK American?
PK was founded in the USA by coach Bill McCartney and Dave Wardell. After a group of Kiwis went to an event, they decided to establish a men's movement in NZ. PKNZ is affiliated to PKUSA and enefits from themes etc developed there. There is no financial relationship or assistance. PKNZ has a NZ board and trustees and operates independently of the USA.

Is PK anti-women?
Definitely not! We believe that men and women are equal at the foot of the Cross. PK strives to promote reconciliation between family members, genders, races and denominations as well as between men and God. Unfortunately some past negative publicity from feminists in the secular media has influenced even some Christians. PK would prefer to be judged on our record and the facts.

Where does the event registration fee go?
Most of the fees go into direct event expenses, including venue and equipment hire, technical, logistics and promotion. This is necessary to produce a big event of quality. The larger events subsidise the smaller events. A small surplus is budgeted for as prudent management which also helps to keep PK going strong.

Why are exclusively NZ speakers scheduled?
A robust team of Kiwi speakers is capable of delivering messages to men based on their life experience. PK has helped to develop some exceptional speakers. Overseas speakers may be used in the future.

Why is PK for men only?
Promise Keepers has had a very specific call to men's ministry. We have discovered that men are more apt to hear and receive the full instruction of the teachings at our events when they are not inhibited by concern for a woman's response. One of the greatest goals of these sessions is to deepen the commitment of men to love and honour women.

How does PK relate to the local church?
PK encourages men to be actively involved in their local church, and to support and pray for their pastor. We want to see ministry to men flourish inside the church and offer training to support that. PK also avoids offering too many events that could compete with churches.