A Gospel-Centered Call to Accountability and Change
The G5 Men’s Course is a Christ-centered abuse intervention program for men who have used coercive, controlling, or abusive behaviors in intimate relationships.
While G5 is a course for men, it exists because of our commitment to women and families impacted by domestic abuse. G5 is one part of Called to Peace Ministries’ compassionate, comprehensive, and survivor-centered response—seeking accountability and transformation without compromising safety.
Rooted in Galatians 5, G5 calls men to turn from abusive patterns and walk by the Spirit in humility, responsibility, and biblical accountability.
G5 was launched in 2021 in response to requests from women seeking a biblically sound, abuse-informed pathway that would confront harmful behavior while prioritizing their safety and healing. The course was developed and first co-facilitated by Dr. Debra Wingfield of House of Peace Publications, alongside Pastor Jim Upchurch, Called to Peace Ministries’ first Church Partner Liaison. Since then, G5 has been offered regularly through church, and community referrals.
To ensure survivor safety and support, partners of G5 participants are encouraged to work with a specialized Called to Peace Ministries Advocate. Advocacy services focus on safety planning, spiritual care, and healing—independent of a man’s participation or progress in the course.
G5 is not marriage counseling, reconciliation work, or a replacement for survivor advocacy. It is one tool within a larger mission to bring truth, accountability, and Christ-led change where abuse has caused harm.
- Applications are welcome now through May 30th *
- Course begins August 18th and ends April 6th
* 2026 application window closes May 30th. All applications submitted after May 30, 2026 will be held for the next round of G5.
Is G5 marriage counseling or reconciliation-focused? No. G5 is not marriage counseling, couples counseling, or reconciliation work. Participation does not imply readiness for reconciliation or restoration of a relationship. The course focuses on accountability and behavioral change, while survivor safety and healing remain the priority.
Is G5 appropriate for all men who struggle in relationships? No. G5 is specifically designed for men who have used coercive, controlling, or abusive behaviors. It is not a general men’s discipleship group or an anger management class.
How does G5 prioritize the safety of women? The safety and well-being of women is central to G5. Partners of G5 participants are strongly encouraged to work with a specialized Called to Peace Ministries Advocate. Advocacy support is independent of a man’s participation or progress and focuses on safety planning, spiritual care, and healing.
Does a woman have to stay in the relationship for her partner to participate? No. A woman’s safety, choices, and healing are never dependent on a man’s participation in G5. The course does not pressure survivors toward reconciliation or continued contact.
Who facilitates G5 and how do men enroll? G5 was developed by Dr. Debra Wingfield of House of Peace Publications and is coordinated by Pastor Andre Turrentine, G5 Coordinator, with trained facilitators committed to biblical accountability and abuse-informed care. Men may be referred by churches or community partners; however, the man must complete the registration process himself. For safety and accountability reasons, partners or referring individuals may not register on a participant’s behalf. G5 is a voluntary program and is not intended for court-mandated participation.
How can pastors or church leaders get involved? Pastors and church leaders may refer men to G5, support survivor advocacy, or partner with Called to Peace Ministries to strengthen their church’s response to domestic abuse. They may also Consider developing and publishing a church wide coercive control resistance policy to support their church wide response policy to those impacted by domestic abuse.
What is a Personal Change Plan (PCP)? The changes we hope to promote through this 26-week course need to be supported beyond the G5 Course. The Personal Change Plan is the participants’ written plan and commitment for ongoing meaningful change. A well-developed PCP is the blueprint for holding them accountable to changing destructive behavior and implementing restorative, healthy, and safe practices.
Legal Disclaimer: G5 is a voluntary, faith-based abuse intervention program and does not fulfill court-ordered, probationary, or legal requirements of any kind.
For any additional info regarding the G5 Group, email g5men@calledtopeace.org.