Be a Guardian of Joy
Fr Mihoc invites fathers to become “guardians of joy”, showing how everyday moments of fun, presence, and faith-filled love can shape resilient kids and transform the emotional atmosphere of family life.
Fr Mihoc invites fathers to become “guardians of joy”, showing how everyday moments of fun, presence, and faith-filled love can shape resilient kids and transform the emotional atmosphere of family life.
A critique of industrial-scale fatherhood, contrasting elite surrogacy and dynastic ambition with a biblical vision of present, faithful fatherhood that money, technology, and optimisation can never replace.
If you are currently facing something heartbreaking, where the path forward seems obscured by tears and fatigue, you’re not alone. Many other dads understand and empathise. Also, even in the midst of the pain, there are good reasons to stand strong and persevere.
Family meals shape memories, faith, and fatherhood. Nathaniel Marsh reflects on presence-based parenting, kitchen mishaps, and simple traditions like Saturday morning pancakes, that build lasting relationships across generations.
Single fatherhood isn’t about perfection, but presence. This encouraging guide offers four practical, hope-filled strategies to help dads show up, shape hearts, and build a lasting legacy.
Dads, you are incredibly valuable. The holidays are a time when your kids especially want you there – they want your presence far more than presents.
Life with two small kids can feel like trying to juggle while running a marathon. What my wife and I are learning is that the best thing we can do at this stage in our lives is to put down a few balls and just run with the ones that matter most.
Through consistent love and the support of other wise men, single dads can walk in confidence and leave an impact that lasts generations. Here are five essential principles—three “do’s” and two “don’ts”—that can help single fathers navigate this important calling.
Being a dad is about showing up—physically and emotionally—and engaging with your children in ways that build lasting trust and make memories. I want to give you a simple framework using the letters of HEART that captures some vital expressions of fatherhood.
This article by Christian Jurinka, "Driving With Dad", brought back some happy memories. Like Christian's, my dad let me steer the car while seated next to him. I was only 12 years of age. I felt so proud. In some ways, it was the rite of passage ceremony I never had, but desperately needed.