Can one parent—or even two—raise a faithful son alone? Father Jacob Saylor says no family was ever meant to. In this episode, he explains why boys need faithful men beyond their own father to show them Christ's version of masculinity, and how priests, godfathers, uncles and parish friends can help form the next generation. He also offers real encouragement to moms doing this without a father present in the home. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.

Episode Recap:

• Today we’re talking with Father Jacob Saylor about the importance of surrounding our sons with holy men.
• How do we help young men discover who God has created them to be?
• What can we do to help young people encounter Christ?
• How can single moms surround their sons with men to look up to?
• How can we support our Church community without overstepping?
• When should we encourage young people to talk to their priests?
• What do parents need to know about handing down the faith?
• What words of encouragement can you give to a mom who’s struggling with this?
• What have you learned from your own mentoring relationships?
• Can you share advice for a single parent who is co-parenting with someone outside the Church?

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