A Catholic fatherโson retreat designed to form boys into men of faith, strength, and purpose; through prayer, sacraments, brotherhood, and encounter with Christ.
The world is forming our sons; just not in the way they need.
They are surrounded by:
Noise instead of silence
Distraction instead of discipline
Confusion instead of identity
And too often, fathers feel:
Disconnected
Unsure how to lead spiritually
Wanting moreโฆ but not knowing where to beginย
Upon This Rock: Forging Men for the Future
is a powerful fatherโson experience that:
Rebuilds the bond between father and sonย
Forms boys into men grounded in faith
Creates space to encounter Christ in a real and lasting way
In a world of constant noise, your son will learn how to be still; and hear God.
He will stand alongside other young men pursuing strength, virtue, and purpose.
Through guided talks and lived experience, he will begin to understand what it means to be a man.
Most importantly, he will meet Christโnot as an idea, but as a living presence.
Greater confidence and clarity of identity
A deeper understanding of faith
The beginning of true masculine formation
A renewed sense of spiritual leadership
Practical ways to guide your son in faith
A strengthened relationship that lasts beyond the retreat
Before:
Disconnected
Distracted
Uncertain
After:
Grounded
Focused
Anchored in faith
This is not entertainment. This is formation.
This retreat is:
Rooted in the Catholic faith
Built around real transformation; not just inspiration
Designed intentionally for fathers and sons together
It draws from:
The strength of tradition
The power of silence
The reality of spiritual fatherhood
Fatherโson focused environment
Structured talks and guided reflection
Time for prayer, silence, and Adoration
Shared experiences that build lasting bonds
Fathers who want more for their sons
Boys ready to begin the journey into manhood
Families seeking deeper faith and stronger relationships
A husband, father of five, and Catholic Deacon, dedicated to forming men through faith, leadership, and lived experience.
Author of Upon This Rock, this retreat flows directly from the same mission:
To help men encounter Christ and become who they were created to be.
This is an intentionally small and focused experience.
Each retreat is limited to preserve depth, connection, and impact.
Your son is being formed right now.
The only question is -ย by what?
Location: Our Lady of the Bayous - 1318 S Henry St, Abbeville, LA 70510ย
Dates: Friday, May 22 (Evening Arrival) - Sunday, May 24 (Evening Departure)
Ages: Men/Mentors & Young Men 8th Grade - Early College
Investment: $365 per person
This investment covers lodging, meals, materials, and the full retreat experience. More importantly, it is an investment into your relationship with your son and the man he is becoming.ย
"Spending time on a spiritual retreat with my son was a deeply meaningful experience that allowed us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect on a deeper level. Away from daily distractions, we shared quiet moments of prayer, conversation, and simple presence, strengthening both our bond and our sense of purpose. It created space for understanding, growth, and gratitude - memories that will continue to shape our relationship and guide us forward."