The Brooke Taylor Show

TBTS #149: Catholic Rites of Passage and Building Virtuous Sons -with Guest Steven Arms

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n this conversation, Brooke Taylor and Stephen Arms discuss the importance of rites of passage for boys, particularly in the context of modern challenges they face.  The discussion emphasizes the role of fathers and male mentors in guiding boys towards virtuous manhood, sharing personal stories and practical advice for families. 
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Takeaways
  • Boys thrive in environments that challenge them and teach resilience.
  • Rites of passage provide a clear transition from boyhood to manhood.
  • Jesus's finding in the temple serves as a model for rites of passage.
  • Modern society lacks formal rites of passage, leading to extended boyhood.
  • Father absence contributes to boys seeking validation in unhealthy ways.
  • Engaged fatherhood is crucial for raising virtuous men.
  • Personal stories of rites of passage can inspire families to create their own.
  • Single mothers can organize rites of passage with the help of male role models.
  • It's never too late to initiate a rite of passage for a young man.
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