Resources

The two presentations were shared at our recent meeting:Kickoff 2025 and AWOL Intensive. Both emphasize personal and spiritual growth within a Christian framework. Kickoff 2025 outlines a structured approach to helping lay men deepen their discipleship through a "4D Formation" model focusing on human, intellectual, spiritual, and pastoral development. It encourages intentional community-based formation to align life and vocation with God’s will. Meanwhile, AWOL Intensive delves into the profound impact of life experiences, particularly childhood adversities, on personal development. It highlights the importance of revisiting and reframing past wounds to foster emotional, spiritual, and relational healing, enabling men to embrace their authentic selves and lead lives grounded in faith and virtue. Both presentations advocate for a holistic transformation toward purpose and holiness

The presentation on "Intellectual Virtue and Fatherhood" from the IGNITE Formation program emphasizes the importance of intellectual formation for men as a path to holiness and effective fatherhood.

It outlines classical and contemporary intellectual virtues, highlighting the role of parents, especially fathers, in educating their children and fostering a love for truth. A ten-step process for developing these intellectual virtues is provided, focusing on goal-setting, accountability, and modeling healthy habits. The session concludes with discussion questions aimed at encouraging practical applications of these concepts in family life.

See the full presentation here.

The presentation titled "Intellectual Virtue and Marriage" emphasizes the importance of intellectual formation in the context of marriage, encouraging individuals to pursue excellence of mind and virtue as a path to holiness.

The presentation outlines four dimensions of formation, focusing on intellectual virtues that facilitate discernment of God's will and promote cognitive goods like truth and reasoning. The session also highlights the role of prudence in marriage, where husbands are encouraged to understand their marriage's purpose—both procreative and unitive—and to actively engage in learning about their spouses.

Ultimately, it calls for a continuous journey of growth and understanding within the marital relationship, advocating for open discussions about successes and challenges in this endeavor.

See the full presentation here.