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Fixing the crisis of masculinity is not only possible...
we're doing it.

The future depends on you

Join us in our mission to help men restore humanity

Men face a profound and dangerous crisis of identity and purpose. Men in general and fathers in particular have been lured away from the most basic duties they need to perform to preserve moral and civic order.

The obligation to confidently and successfully form the next generation with the explicit expectation that they have great duties as men, is all but lost.

This crisis is seen daily in our society, manifesting in staggering statistics around crime, family disorder, and an increasing lack of faith.

Worse, this problem is compounding in its effects with each generation.

Since 2007 Fraternus has been helping thousands of men each year grow in faith and mentor the next generation.

We are the largest and oldest multi-generational Catholic apostolate of its kind helping men form profound relationships with other men in their parish and to dedicate themselves to the mature formation of the next generation.

There is no substitute for Fatherhood

ANNUAL GIFTS OF $1200 OR MORE

Fraternus Inner Council

Fraternus Inner Council members play an important role advancing the largest mission initiatives. In recognition of your commitment and interest, you will have the opportunity to provide candid feedback each year on what we’re doing plus receive exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to Fraternus.

  • Complimentary invite to live online events hosted by Fraternus
  • Signed copy of Leaving Boyhood Behind
  • Fraternus branded merchandise
  • One year subscription to Sword&Spade Magazine plus the Sword&Spade annual give-away.
  • 15% discount on Fraternus gear each Fall

“It was simply glorious. I have grown spiritually, gotten closer to my brothers, and pushed myself physically. Thank you.”

— 10th grade Fraternus Brother

“Donors are more appreciated than they know. Thank you for being part of our lives. Many of us don’t have fathers at home and this is a chance to be with Dads so we know what manhood looks like.”

— 9th grade Fraternus Brother

“It was great for my spiritual life, I would spend the rest of my life there if I had the opportunity.”

— 10th grade Fraternus Brother

“My son said he wasn’t very good in his faith life before Fraternus. He looks forward to the weekly meetings and they help keep him accountable. He looks at the captains as his uncles that he can rely on to give guidance and support.”

— Michael, Father and Fraternus Brother

“A beautiful time and place for fathers and sons to gather as a brotherhood and help face this spiritual battle we are in for the salvation of our families.”

— Father and Fraternus Brother

“Fraternus Ranch is by far the most enriching experience my son and I have ever had together. Nowhere else have we experienced this depth of faith, formation, and challenge oriented to building strong young Catholic men. The future of the Church is here.”

— Father and Fraternus Brother

“When my cherished wife passed away not long ago, had it not been for my Fraternus brotherhood of disciples, I can’t imagine how much more difficult it would have been to make it through the devastating moments that accompany the passing of a loved one. The rallying of my Fraternus brothers around me, the outpouring of prayers that stem from the bonds of virtue and brotherhood picked me up and carried me through the most difficult time of my life. Fraternus can and will have an impact on a brother’s life.”

— Tom, Fraternus Brother

“When I try to think about how Fraternus impacted me the most, it’s not easy to say whether it was the growth in my interior life, the more frequent reception of the Sacraments, the discovery of my vocation, the lifelong friendships, or the opening my mind to the wisdom of our faith. In some ways, it was all of those things and more. I’m so grateful for Fraternus and am glad that it continues to be an important part of my life.”

— Father Luke Wilgenbusch, Director of Vocations, Diocese of Nashville and Fraternus Brother

“What I loved most about Fraternus is the overall brotherhood we build every single night we are together. The captains have been supportive of me ever since I first joined Fraternus, and that encouragement and guidance from the men was a big reason I kept showing up. I have been blessed by my experience in Fraternus. Not only have I met and grown closer to many friends because of my involvement, but I’ve grown closer to God as well. Fraternus is forging young men that society today so desperately needs, and the brotherhood formed in Fraternus will be in my life forever.”

— Max, Fraternus Brother

“Fraternus is such a good thing and so much needed. Thank you for what you’re doing!”

— Suzzie, Mother

“Our son LOVES Fraternus! He enjoys it like no other extracurricular activity that he has participated in before. He looks forward to it each week and always chooses Fraternus meetings over other activities. Thank you for all of the time and energy that you dedicate to the youth through Fraternus!”

— Nicki, Mother

“I am truly grateful for all that you do for the spiritual and general well being of these young men. It is a rare thing in today’s world for parents to have the support and example that comes with Fraternus.”

— Denise, Fraternus Mother and Wife

It Really Can't Wait. You Are the Difference.

The time for Fraternus to reach a new level of impact is now. The social and spiritual chaos has never been more acute in our lifetimes.

Fraternus has the power to work where other efforts have failed. We have quietly and slowly been building a format and expertise for 17 years.

Fraternus offers something special and the time is right for bringing what we do to the Church at a level all the effort to date has been preparing us for.

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