Iron Fire Jesus
Weekend Blacksmithing Event
October 9 – 11, 2025
Crockett, TX
Iron Fire Jesus (IFJ) is our first weekend blacksmithing (or BLADEsmithing) event, and I know several guys who are almost as excited as I am for this event (after dropping hints it may happen a few months ago).
The IFJ weekend will feature each dude in attendance forging his own blade, led by none other than Billy Salyers, the 2020 winner of History channel’s Forged in Fire bladesmith competition! This will be a full blade-forging experience, guys — starting with a plain hunk of steel and transforming it into your own blade with fire and might and probably several other things (I don’t know much more than you about the process at this point).
As always, this will be Christ-centered event, with messages, music, praise, and worship; and I know that our participating in this centuries-old craftsmanship through the weekend will add something special to our perspectives in our worship of the King of Kings.
Event Fee $450
The event fee covers everything – lodging, food, snacks, materials & tools.
More details will be added in the coming weeks as we get them figured out, but with the cost and dates now locked-in we didn’t want to delay getting registration opened up.
It’s going to be an awesome, unforgettable experience! Get signed up – space is limited.
If you have any questions contact:
Dave Shannon
281-300-3342
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Among men, meaningful relationships are often built shoulder-to-shoulder, not face-to-face. This is why men’s events are such a big part of Man Stuff Ministry. We have several regular events that occur multiple times a year, along with a few big annual events — and we’re always looking for ways to create new ones or partner up with local churches and men’s groups. Suffice it to say that any time you stop by, there will likely be an event coming up within a month or two — so join us for the next one!
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