November 13–15, 2026
The Weekend at a Glance
Arrival, Check-in & Dinner
Settle in and share a meal with the men you'll spend the weekend alongside.
Session 1 — Why Rites of Passage
The purpose of a rite of passage, and the stories of the men leading you through it. The tone for the weekend is set around personal testimony.
Bible Study, Quiet Time & Session 2 — Your Son's Story
Family history, forgiveness, the father wound, the core lies your son may believe — and the identity-giving truths that replace them.
Outdoor Challenge & Lunch
An extended experiential block — hiking and an optional cold plunge challenge.
Session 3 — Approaching the Crossing
Identify the commitments you'll call your son to make, what childishness he'll be asked to sacrifice, how the crossing will be symbolized, and how you'll affirm his new identity. Solo time and breakout discussion follow.
Supper & Fireside Storytelling
Vulnerability practice around the fire — retelling the moments each man stepped into manhood.
Worship & Session 4 — Planning, Commissioning, Community
Put the plan on paper, be commissioned to lead it, and leave connected to a brotherhood that will hold you to it.
Departure
Head home with your son's rite of passage in hand.
The Guys
Join a Group
Join our post retreat group that meets once a week on zoom with them men joined at the retreat. This is the most powerful way to stay accountable as you design your son’s Rite of Passage