“The meaning of earthly existence is not, as we have grown used to thinking, in prosperity, but in the development of the soul.” - Alexander Solzhenitsyn

We believe that a man's spiritual health is the barometer for the quality of the rest of his life. Practicing spiritual disciplines helps the soul to thrive. When the soul thrives, a man is better equipped to face the world.

We believe in the innate, organic power of the Church, that the Church provides a context where there is a mutual exchange of giving and receiving. Our men fare better because of the Christian community that Philemon provides them. Our men do not have to go at it alone because of this community.

“Accountability separates the wishers in life from the action-takers that care enough about their future to account for their daily actions.” - John Di Lemme

“Give someone responsibility and they will do their best. Make them accountable and they will do even better.” - Simon Sinek

Our ability to hold our men accountable is the difference between success and failure.

We are at our best when we are "other-people" minded and serving others. This goes against the grain of our culture, but it is the way of Christ and the way to true fulfillment. Critical to our mission is providing meaningful opportunities for our men to serve our neighbors.