FIVE DIMENSIONS OF MASCULINE FORMATION
1. Spirituality
Our spirituality is both Marian and centered on the Divine Mercy. Our platoon time always begins with the Rosary or the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Individual spiritual growth and continual deepening of our intimate personal relationship with God the Father, Jesus our Brother and the Holy Spirit is achieved through:
— continual prayer and frequent Rosary meditation or Scripture reading;
— daily or frequent reception of the Holy Eucharist;
— weekly Chaplet of Divine Mercy;
— monthly Confession;
— yearly retreat.
We continually beg for Christ's mercy for us and the whole world and give mercy to all through our language, our prayer and the offering of our suffering as a sacrifice.
2. Education
Education and intellectual self-development plays an important part in a man’s self-image, confidence, and leadership abilities. We educate ourselves through platoon study and discussion of books, lectures, DVDs and films. Individual men are also encouraged to develop their minds through self-study and educational pursuits, such as:
— recommended reading, viewing, and listening;
— professional training programs;
— college credit and/or non-credit coursework;
— seminars and conferences;
— local arts, political, church, educational events.
In addition to educating ourselves, we seek to learn the Truth so that we may proclaim it to others in our families, faith communities, and society-at-large.
3. Physical Training
Physical Training is an essential part of a man's life as a Warrior Brother. Each platoon is encouraged to incorporate physical exercise in each platoon meeting with at least one meeting each month built around a physical challenge. Individually, men may become involved in various physical activities alone or with other Brothers, including:
— Martial Arts (Krav Maga, Kung Fu, Boxing)
— Swordsmanship (Classical Fencing, Eastern Swords, Western Swords)
— Outdoorsmanship (Hiking, Camping, Mountaineering)
— Woodsmanship (Woodcutting and Carpentry)
— Paintball and Airsoft
These activities provide excellent opportunities for skill development, recreation, platoon bonding, character development (courage, perseverance, decisiveness, etc.) and have powerful symbolic meanings for masculine growth.
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