Hope & Redemption
The message at the center of everything Jared speaks about: hope that holds up in real life, told with humor, truth and thought-provoking stories.
Hope-filled messages. Real-life faith.
Jared Wockenfuss
Inspire. Encourage. Equip.
Where Jared speaks
Events Jared specializes in
From Sunday mornings to camps and locker rooms, Jared meets people where they are with a message built for that room.
- Church services
- Pulpit supply
- Men's events & retreats
- Community outreaches
- FCA events & camps
- Leadership trainings
About Jared
Real life. Real faith. Real encouragement.
Jared Wockenfuss (Wok-in-foos) is an enthusiastic speaker, a men's minister, an effective communicator and a family man. He was raised the youngest of seven boys in a small town in South Dakota, a life filled with plenty of interesting experiences and a deep respect for family.
He ministers encouragement to people from all walks of life: in churches, at retreats, at camps, at community events, and anywhere people need to be inspired. His messages are encouraging, memorable, and built around real-life application.
“My Mission is to Inspire, Encourage & Equip People to Overcome in life through the messages I share with them. I believe with a little encouragement and the right information people can be extraordinary & achieve massive success in life.”
Coming soon
Formed for Influence
A Men's Leadership Conference
Transformed by God. Equipped to Lead. Called to Make a Difference. A one-evening conference built on Romans 12, now in early planning.
Speaking
Messages that connect
Jared brings energy, stories, humor, Scripture and practical application to every room. Blending storytelling, audience participation, illustrations and real-life encounters, he enthusiastically connects with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups.
Men & Leadership
Shaped by years as a Men's Pastor. Practical encouragement for men who want to lead well at home, at work and in their church.
Family & Fatherhood
Built on a simple conviction Jared has lived by: the best gift you can give your family is your time.
Overcoming & Getting Unstuck
For rooms full of people carrying pressure they don't talk about. Stories, Scripture and next steps that help people move forward.
Youth, Camps & Chapels
High energy sessions drawn from Jared's years as a Children's and Youth Pastor, fun, honest, and never talking down to students.
Sports Ministry & FCA
Coaches, athletes, huddles and leagues. Competing with character and influence that lasts beyond the season.
In their words
A message that stays with people.
“Jared is a dynamic, professional speaker with a passion to help people. His ability to prepare material relevant to his audience is impeccable. He always delivers the right words with great story telling, multimedia, truth, humor and conviction!”
“Jared Wockenfuss is the real deal. He is authentic, genuine, and humorous while being engaging and inspirational. More importantly, in my own experience with him, he highly values character and walks with integrity. I highly recommend Jared!”
“I have known and worked with Jared in a ministry capacity for several years. I have found him to be a man of integrity who is committed to presenting the gospel message in a unique, informative and compelling way to change lives and make a difference for the kingdom of God. I highly recommend as a speaker/presenter for your next event!”
Experience & ministry
Two decades of showing up for people
Jared has served the local church for over 20 years in various roles , as a Children's/Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor and Men's Pastor. Those years gave him valuable insight into the pressures and issues people face daily, and a passion to see people develop to their fullest potential.
- Over 20 years serving the local church
- Children's/Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor and Men's Pastor, preparing and delivering messages week after week.
- SESD Program Director of Leagues: FCA Sports in South Dakota
- Serving full time as a missionary with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, working with coaches, athletes, huddles and leagues.
- Speaking across churches, camps and events
- Blessed to speak in several churches in rural South Dakota, along with camps, retreats, chapels, men's events and community outreaches.
The podcast
Lessons from the "Junk Drawer" with Jared W
A lack of inspiration keeps people feeling stuck in life. Join host Jared Wockenfuss as he discusses a variety of miscellaneous topics, inspirational stories, and interviews with people who will get you inspired, keep you inspired, and help you inspire others.
Family
Faith starts close to home.
Growing up in a small South Dakota town had many advantages, but the emphasis on family has been one of the most important things in Jared's life. He believes it takes a tremendous amount of time and energy to build strong, healthy family relationships.
Jared's family is his wife, Sandy, and their daughter, Anna. They enjoy traveling, hiking and watching movies together. Of all the titles a person can hold, Jared says he enjoys husband and dad the most.
“Men, the best gift you can give your family is your time.”
Book Jared
Bring an encouraging, engaging voice to your next event.
Tell Jared about your event and he'll follow up personally. No complicated process, just a conversation about your people and what they need to hear.
Planning a men's event? Ask about the Formed for Influence Men's Tour, now in early planning.
Call or text 903.436.6551. Jared normally travels out of the Sioux Falls, SD area.
