I don't know how many guys he enrolls at a time, but it is filled and there is a waiting list.
I am dying to know what Eli is teaching. I plan to write him an email to see if he will give me a glimpse inside.
His website gives some clues to his approach to the masculine ideal by setting up this interesting framework:
Eli says that for a guy, there is a need to "be a good man" but there is also the need to "be good at being a man".
"Being a good man" means practicing virtues - being loving, just, charitable and such.
But "being good at being a man" involves things like taking risks, protecting your family, and providing for loved ones.
Most everyone acknowledges that our present culture is a mess in a dozen different ways, but I have a growing suspicion that close to the center of our biggest issues lies the disintegration of both of these aspects of masculinity.
Unfortunately, from what I can see, the Church's response thus far has mostly consisted of handwringing, judgment, and resignation.
I would like to see us be more proactive!
My email to Eli is going to ask two questions:
1) What exactly are you teaching?
And assuming it is good and worthwhile stuff ... (Eli is pretty darn sharp!)
2) Is there a way for it to be adapted for use in a faith setting where it could be spread to both adults and teens?
P.S. Although enrollment in Eli's program is currently closed, his landing page is worth a look, if you are interested.
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