John W. Groth, Director
New Jersey and Delaware
193 Esmer Ct.
Newark, DE 19711
609-462-7443 Cell
302-893-9050 Cell
jgroth@priorityone.org
 It's hard not to notice John Groth. He possesses a rare concern and compassion for men and the challenges they face.
His many years in ministry give him not only the ability to teach and lead well, but to understand the real struggles that men face in their lives. His warm and engaging manner, along with an ever present sense of humor and excitement about life, make him highly effective in reaching, challenging and encouraging men in any setting.
Priority One - New Jersey/Delaware was formed in September of 2000 to serve the many men in the Central New Jersey area who were already committed to Priority One and to begin to reach out to many others throughout the region.
John, a decorated Air Force Chaplain (Lt Col) currently serving on active duty at Dover AFB in support of Operations, a respected former pastor and graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary and Ursinus College leads the DE/NJ work that has been visionary and far reaching.
An excellent speaker and teacher, John actively seeks opportunities to share his faith with groups large and small. Convinced that the local church must play the pivotal role in men’s ministry, he effectively helps churches establish meaningful, sustainable men’s ministries that grow the entire church!
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John and Ranelle, married for 27 years, live in Newark, DE, with their three children, Erin, John and Shannon. Their dog, Todd, completes the family. John’s interests include traveling with the Air Force, golfing, reading, going to movies, practical jokes, e-mailing, and humor-filled times eating meals with family and friends.
John's ministry through Priority One centers on leading men to Christ and discipling them in their faith. Pastors are being encouraged and challenged in their tough ministries. Congregations are being treated to humorous, hard-hitting, Christ-centered messages at men's weekends, prayer breakfasts and worship services.
John draws from his experiences as an Eagle Scout, volunteer fireman, husband, father, pastor, military chaplain and school teacher. He has taken trips into combat zones and has a sobering ministry at the Dover Air Force Base Department of Defense Mortuary. These experiences enable him to reach men! This ministry powerfully transforms them, their friendships, their marriages, their families and their churches.
Though still answering the nation's call to pastor the troops, John continues to lead Priority One small groups, meets with men individually and speaks at men’s church events. Call or e-mail if you’d like John to speak at your event or to visit him at Dover AFB.
Places John Does Ministry
Small groups – Faith Presbyterian Church, Medford, NJ
Dover Air Force Base, DE
Newark, DE
Sample of the weekends where John has served as speaker
White Clay Creek Presbyterian Church at Black Rock Retreat Center
Crossing Community Church, Berean Bible and Bible Fellowship joint retreat at Sandy Cove Conference Center
Faith Presbyterian Church Harvey Cedars Retreat Center
Calvary Chapel at Black Rock Retreat Center
Good Will Presbyterian Church at Hunter Retreat Center
Priority One Couple’s retreat in Bethlehem
United Methodist Youth Retreat (1500 boys), Ocean City, MD
Protestant Men of the Chapel, McGuire AFB at Keswick Retreat Center
Officer’s Christian Fellowship retreat in Central PA
Numerous Men’s breakfasts and Church worship services
Upcoming Retreats -
18-20 May – Bethany Church, NH
1-3 June – Victory Christian Center at Alhattic Christian Retreat Center
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  Listed below are some of my favorite books, movies, web sites and people. Please see our Resources section for a complete listing of the staffs favorite recommendations.
Books
"Living in the Truth" – by Michael Casey
"Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters" – by Meg Meeker
"Wild At Heart" – by John Eldredge
"Captivating" – by Stasy and John Eldredge
"The Way of the Wild Heart" – John Eldredge
"Discovering the Mind of a Woman" – by Ken Nair
"Love and Respect" - Emerson Eggerrichs
Movies
Open Range
We Were Soldiers
The Kid
Saving Private Ryan
Web Sites
www.mensfraternity.com - an excellent resource for local churches men’s ministries
www.desiringgod.org - challenging messages from John Piper
www.crossroadsconnect.com - index.asp the preaching that I listen to on a regular basis from Kevin Meyer
homestarrunner.com – something goofy that my teenage kids and I look at together – you have to be goofy like us to appreciate it.
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