Helping Lancaster County men become the leaders God created them to be.
Lancaster County is where Men of Iron began—and where our mission continues to grow.
Since 2006, Men of Iron has helped men throughout Manheim, Lancaster, Lititz, Ephrata, Elizabethtown, and surrounding communities grow through mentorship, groups, retreats, coaching, practical discipleship resources, and trusted local relationships.
Whether you are looking for a mentor, searching for a group, leading men in a church or organization, or wanting to invest in stronger men and families throughout Lancaster County, Men of Iron can help you take the next step.
A Practical Path for Men in Lancaster County
A lot of men know something needs to change, but they do not know where to begin.
They feel pressure in their faith, marriage, family, friendships, work, health, finances, and the responsibilities they carry every day. They want to become better men, but good intentions alone rarely lead to lasting change.
Men need direction. They need accountability. They need practical tools and other men who will challenge, encourage, and walk alongside them.
That is what Men of Iron has been building in Lancaster County for 20 years.
Through one-to-one mentorship, group-based discipleship, retreats, coaching, and local partnerships, we help men honestly evaluate their lives, identify where they need to grow, establish clear goals, and take meaningful action.
Where Men of Iron Began
From 20 Lancaster County men to a growing movement
Men of Iron officially began in 2006 at Victory Church in Lancaster County with just 20 men: 10 mentors and 10 protégés.
Those men committed to meeting face-to-face for accountability, balance, and spiritual growth. That original commitment became the foundation of Strong27 Mentorship and the mission Men of Iron continues pursuing today.
What started with 20 local men has grown into a ministry reaching men through mentorship, small groups, retreats, coaching, churches, businesses, digital resources, and regional partnerships.
Lancaster County remains the home of Men of Iron’s headquarters and the foundation from which we continue working to change a culture, one man at a time.
Meet the Local Iron Rep
Meet Lloyd Herr
Lancaster County Iron Rep
Lloyd Herr serves as the Men of Iron Lancaster County Iron Rep with a clear mission: build meaningful relationships with men and help them become the leaders God has called them to be.
Before joining Men of Iron, Lloyd spent more than 20 years as a registered nurse in emergency and operating room settings before transitioning into information technology supporting medical software. Those experiences taught him to listen carefully, remain steady in difficult situations, solve problems, and care for people during important moments in their lives.
Lloyd is passionate about helping men grow in their relationship with God because he believes that growth reaches far beyond the individual. It changes how a man leads his family, builds friendships, serves his church, approaches his work, and influences his community. Through Men of Iron, Lloyd helps men move toward greater purpose, healing, and spiritual maturity through trusted relationships, practical discipleship, and accountability.
Lloyd is also active in his church, where he preaches and teaches classes. He and his wife have been married for 18 years and have three sons. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball, biking, reading, watching movies, coaching his boys, and supporting them in sports—especially lacrosse.
Regional Partners Fueling Local Impact
For two decades, Lancaster County churches, businesses, investors, mentors, volunteers, and community leaders have helped make this mission possible.
These trusted local relationships allow Men of Iron to reach men in different stages of life and give them practical next steps beyond a one-time event or conversation.
Together, we are helping men become more intentional followers of Jesus, husbands, fathers, friends, leaders, and stewards of everything God has entrusted to them.
What Men of Iron Is Building Locally
More than a program. A pathway for men.
Men do not change by accident. They need the right tools, the right people, and a clear next step.
Men of Iron helps men grow through practical discipleship, mentorship, groups, retreats, and local partnerships. Whether you are exploring mentorship, looking for a group, leading men in a church, or wanting to learn more about local impact in this region, this is a place to start.
Mentorship
Mentorship gives men a trusted place to grow. Men are connected with someone who can walk with them, ask honest questions, and help them take ownership of their faith, family, leadership, and purpose.
Groups
Groups give men a practical environment to evaluate life, set clear goals, and grow with accountability. Through resources like A Man’s Game Plan, men take a real look at their Core5: faith, family, friends, fitness, and finances.
Retreats
Retreats give men space to step away from the noise, reset their priorities, and make meaningful movement in the areas that matter most.
Church, Organization, and Local Partnerships
Men of Iron equips churches, businesses, organizations, and local leaders with practical tools to help men grow beyond a one-time event. We help create environments where men can take action, build accountability, and keep growing in faith, family, leadership, and purpose.
Local impact is built through trusted relationships. You can learn more about partnering, connect us with a church or business, introduce us to a local leader, ask a question, or explore what Men of Iron is building in this region.
Five Areas Every Man Is Called to Lead
The Core5 gives men a simple way to evaluate life, set goals, and take action in faith, family, friends, fitness, and finances.
Faith
Grow in your relationship with God and your spiritual leadership.
Family
Lead, love, serve, and show up with intention at home.
Friends
Build relationships that sharpen, strengthen, and hold you accountable.
Fitness
Take ownership of your physical discipline, health, and energy.
Finance
Manage resources with wisdom, responsibility, and purpose.
Help reach more men in Lancaster County
Lancaster County is the birthplace and headquarters of Men of Iron, but continued local impact requires continued local investment.
Your investment helps Men of Iron strengthen relationships, reach new men, equip mentors, launch groups, support retreats, develop leaders, partner with churches and organizations, and provide practical discipleship resources throughout the county.
Your investment helps fuel:
- Local mentorship relationships
- Men’s group launches
- Equilibrium Retreat opportunities
- Three Summits coaching and peer groups
- Church and business partnerships
- Community events and outreach
- Practical discipleship resources
- Regional leadership and support
- New opportunities to reach men throughout Lancaster County
When a man becomes stronger, the impact does not stop with him. It reaches his marriage, children, church, workplace, friendships, and community.
Frequently Asked Questions About Men of Iron in Lancaster County
What does Men of Iron offer in Lancaster County?
Men of Iron offers one-to-one mentorship, men’s groups, retreats, coaching, practical discipleship resources, events, and partnerships with churches, businesses, and community organizations.
How can I join a men’s group in Lancaster County?
Complete the Lancaster County connection form and tell us what kind of opportunity you are looking for. Our team will help you identify an existing opportunity or discuss how you can start a group in your church, business, or community.
Can Men of Iron connect me with a mentor?
Men of Iron provides the framework, training, and resources needed to develop meaningful mentoring relationships. While we cannot guarantee an immediate mentor match for every man, our team can help you identify potential mentors and take practical steps toward beginning a mentoring relationship.
Can I become a mentor?
Yes. You do not need to have a perfect life or all the answers to mentor another man. Strong27 Mentorship provides a practical structure to help mentors lead honest, purposeful, and consistent conversations.
Can Men of Iron help our church develop men?
Yes. Men of Iron equips churches with mentorship resources, small-group curriculum, retreats, coaching, events, and practical tools that help men continue growing beyond a single gathering.
Does Men of Iron work with businesses and organizations?
Yes. Men of Iron partners with businesses, nonprofits, ministries, and community organizations that want to help men grow through accountability, mentorship, leadership development, and practical discipleship.
Is Men of Iron only for Lancaster City?
No. Men of Iron serves men throughout Lancaster County, including Manheim, Lancaster, Lititz, Ephrata, Elizabethtown, Mount Joy, Columbia, New Holland, and surrounding communities.
Where is the Men of Iron headquarters?
The Men of Iron headquarters is located at:
280 South Oak Street
Manheim, Pennsylvania 17545
How can I support Men of Iron in Lancaster County?
You can invest financially, become a mentor, volunteer, introduce Men of Iron to a church or business, host a group, sponsor an event, or connect our team with other local leaders.