Our Mission
Fishing for Men exists to help men find meaningful community and equip them to live purpose-filled lives as devoted followers of Jesus. We create life-changing environments for men to encounter God, experience real community, and discover their God-given purpose.
Our Vision
We’re building a movement of men discipled under Christ who are emotionally whole, spiritually grounded, and living with kingdom purpose.
Our Foundation
“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” – Matthew 4:19
The Story Behind Fishing for Men
Fishing for Men didn’t start as a ministry idea. It began as a joke over lunch between a few friends. But the joke didn’t go away, because it tapped into something real. As we spent time together, we realized we were experiencing something many men quietly long for—honest friendship, meaningful conversations about faith, and a place be real about life without pretending.
As men seeking to walk with Christ, we recognized how easy it is to feel disconnected, especially as responsibilities grow and friendships become harder to maintain. Fishing for Men grew out of that realization. At its heart, it’s simply an invitation—to know you’re not alone, to follow Jesus together, and to experience the kind of Christ-centered community we believe God designed men for.
Our goal is to create different spaces for men to fellowship and build lifelong friendships as they walk with Jesus. Currently, we have different ways to engage:
Podcast: Join us every other week as we talk through different topics about life and what it means to be a man, all through the lens of Scripture.
Refinery Groups: Discipleship is best done in community. We meet weekly to go deeper into knowing scripture, understanding theological topics, and walking out spiritual practices. Come join us or let us know if you’re interested in starting your own group!
Fire Nights: There is just something about fire! We meet several times throughout the year in Valley View, Texas around a bonfire to talk about life. This is a great way to meet other men and enjoy God’s creation.
Retreats: Life is busy, and there is something about getting away with other men to really dig into our relationship with Jesus that really fills the soul. Each fall, we host a 3-day retreat filled with teaching, good food, and fun as we rest, reflect, and grow together.
We often find that men feel...
Lonely
1 in 4 Men under 30 report feeling lonely.
Unknown
59% of men ages 31-37 say no one really knows them.
Distracted
36% of American men struggle to understand their place in society.
Meet The Team
Billy Bernhard
Billy is a family man with a deep love for the outdoors. He and his wife, both Baylor University alumni, have been married for over 10 years and are currently in the process of moving to the country to begin a homestead. Together, they have three beautiful children, ages 8, 6, and 1. Billy works as a Sales Director at Microsoft, where he enjoys serving his team and building strong relationships. He is passionate about discipleship, spiritual formation, and theology, and has spent time serving in student ministry with middle and high school boys while also leading men in Bible studies. He has a deep desire to see men flourish as God designed.
Brandon Clay
Brandon has been happily married for 20 years and is a grateful father of two teens. In his free time, Brandon enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending meaningful time with friends. He is also affectionately known as one of the team’s Bible nerds. Brandon believes men are wired for community, yet many feel unknown, disconnected, and stuck navigating life on their own. He is passionate about walking alongside men as they grow in faith, healing, and authentic community. Beyond Fishing for Men, he has served for years as a volunteer leader in men’s ministry, church hospitality teams, and a Christ-centered 12-step ministry, supporting men through healing and growth. Shaped by years of living and working overseas, Brandon brings a global perspective to faith, discipleship, and leadership. He is currently pursuing graduate-level training toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Cody Northen
Cody is a Texas native who has been married to the love of his life for 20 years and is a proud dad of three. A lifelong restaurant professional, Cody finds great joy in helping others in the industry grow both professionally and personally. When he is not savoring the smells of great food, you will find him jamming out to music or restoring old things back to new.
Cole Venteicher
Cole is originally from Iowa and now proudly calls Texas home. He thrives on all things adrenaline, from dirt bikes to mountain biking and everything in between. He has been married for 15 amazing years and is a proud girl dad to two daughters over the age of 10. When he is not the loudest cheerleader at their soccer or volleyball games, you can find him at the CrossFit gym, on the golf course, or diving into his latest hobby.
Mike Yeo
Mike was born and raised in Malaysia. At 21, he traveled more than 9,500 miles across the Pacific to Oklahoma and then to Texas, which he now proudly calls home. He married his beautiful bride in 2000, and together they have two children. Married for over two decades, Mike and his wife have also built a business together as realtors and brokers. They are true partners in all things, running their company side by side.
Spencer Clancy
Spencer is originally from the Smoky Mountains and has been calling Texas home for the past nine years. He and his wife, Katie, have been married for nearly two years and are proud parents to two fur babies, Mav and June, with their first child on the way. By day, Spencer is the driving force behind Employee and Leadership Development at CHRISTUS Health, a faith-based health system. When he is not cheering for the Vols, you can find him outdoors perfecting his golf swing, enjoying a day at the lake, or taking those adorable pups for a walk.
