One of the greatest fears a father has is that his son will not be an honorable, effective, or Godly man. A simple look around warrants the anxiety and concern. The majority of young men drift away from their faith, often while still living at home. Whether or not they remain in the Church, a majority of men never make the transition from adolescence to manhood, the consequence being they never assume the domestic, social, or community leadership roles so essential for preserving a healthy moral order.
Leaving Boyhood Behind directly confronts the foundational problems that are unraveling our families and communities, and hollowing out the lives of men. The good news is that the cure is not a novel personal take on “what it means to be a man” but instead how to practically return to the age-old process that was able to reliably guide boys into the fulfilling role of manhood.
“We hand Leaving Boyhood Behind to anyone who wants to understand the solid Catholic approach we take to forming real men.” — Dan Kerr, founder of St. Martin’s Academy
“If we as a people are ever to address the vast crisis in leadership, politics, and family life, we will need to see the restoration of Christian manhood. Leaving Boyhood Behind is fundamental reading for all parents who care about their country, their Church, and their families.” — Dr. William Fahey, president of Thomas More College
“I have read other books on this topic, but none as well researched and integrated with our Catholic faith as Leaving Boyhood Behind.” — Dr. Bob Schuchts, Founder of the John Paul II Healing Center, author, teacher, and therapist.
“Jason Craig is a world-changer on one of the most important missions in the world right now: to recover the masculine spirit. His important work is about much more than winning a culture war. It’s about winning the war in the hearts of men to rediscover their identity, worth, purpose, and joy in Christ.”— Chris Stefanick, author, speaker, and founder of Real Life Catholic
“Jason Craig is insightful in pointing out the genesis of our problem, and he offers a compelling plan that I believe will powerfully impact the Church. If you are interested in giving up childish ways and becoming a man, Leaving Boyhood Behind is a must read.”— Jeff Cavins, creator of The Great Adventure Bible Study Systems and Co-Host of the Bible in a Year podcast
“Finally, a book on the Christian faith, and the crisis of manhood in our time, by someone who remembers that we have bodies…If you have a son, or if you want some clear and powerful advice on how to become a stronger and more effectual Christian man and father, you should read this book. Not only read it: put it to work. Actions are what matter.”—Dr. Anthony Esolen, author, Professor of Literature and Humanities, Poet, Translator, Public Speaker
