Father-Son Spiritual Development

"Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls."

— Jeremiah 6:16

Fathers Walking Together,
Raising Sons in the Way of the Lord

A community of dads committed to walking together to raise their sons in the way of the Lord — by sharing their stories, their struggles, and their experiences. Groups of 3–5 Christian fathers and their sons (ages 10–14), pursuing the spiritual formation of young men.

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Walking the Ancient Paths

We believe the timeless truths of Scripture provide the roadmap for raising godly young men. Together, we seek the "good way" — not shortcuts, but the well-worn paths of faithfulness, prayer, and community.

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Father-Son Bond

At the heart of this community is the 1-on-1 relationship between a father and his son. Monthly early morning meetings create sacred space for honest conversation, mentorship, and shared growth.

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Brotherhood of Fathers

No dad should walk this road alone. Monthly gatherings with other fathers create accountability, shared wisdom, and the strength that comes from knowing other men are fighting the same fight.

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Spiritual Formation

Our goal is the spiritual formation of young men — creating a forum for meaningful conversations between sons and fathers, growing up boys in a community of men who love and follow Jesus.

"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." — Proverbs 22:6

What We Commit To

Walking this path requires intentionality. Here's what each father commits to when joining The Way & The Walk.

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Early Morning 1:1 with Your Son

One dedicated early morning each month — just you and your son. Conversation, prayer, and presence. This is the foundation.

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Gathering with Other Dads

Meet once a month with your group of fathers. Share experiences, pray together, and plan upcoming activities and assignments.

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Father & Son Assignment

Each month brings a shared activity or topic for fathers and sons to work through together — deepening your conversations and walks.

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Ongoing

Shared Leadership

Fathers take turns leading monthly meetings. No one carries the weight alone — shared commitment means shared responsibility.

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Pursuit of Spiritual Purity

A personal commitment to pursue your own spiritual purity and faithfully guide your son in his. Accountability within the group supports this.

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Optional Enrichments

One group trip a year — a day trip or weekend adventure together
Dad's lunches — casual connection between meetings
Monthly challenges for dads and sons to push each other
Yearly training and reflection time for fathers
Dad & Sons retreat every 4 years — a milestone experience

Tools for the Journey

Resources to support your walk — from monthly assignments to conversation guides. Everything you need to lead your son well.

"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." — Ephesians 6:4

Questions or Need Help?

We're Here to Help

Whether you need support with your group, have questions about resources, or want to connect with leadership — reach out. We're walking this road together.

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." — Proverbs 27:17

Curriculum Overview

A 4-year journey of spiritual formation — one month at a time.

Year 1
JanFaith Stories
FebCore Values
MarStories of Jesus
AprQuotes
MayBible Verses
JunMovies / Songs
JulPrayer
AugMistakes & Lessons Learned
SepRespect for Women
OctConflict
NovLeadership
DecSpiritual Disciplines
Year 2
JanNew Year's Resolutions
FebFalling In Love
MarFavorite Book — Dad
AprThe Church
MayCook Together
JunCommunity
JulFavorite Book — Son
AugForgiveness
SepSin
OctFavorite Sports / Game
NovCommunity Service
DecHoliday Tradition
Year 3
JanHabits
FebMarriage
MarGoals
AprHometown Trip
MayWork
JunFriendship
JulRisk Taking
AugScheduling
SepDating
OctRejection
NovDefending Others
DecMovie — Son
Year 4
JanResponsibility
FebDefending Faith
MarContentment
AprGroup Trip
MayWinning & Losing
JunBook
JulPurity
AugCourage
SepCareer
OctInvesting
NovFailure
DecWisdom

Monthly Assignments

Year 1 — Your guide for each month's father-son journey.