Good News for Dads

Download "Good News for Dads"  I don't normally give specific messages to correspond with Hallmark holidays, but I made an exception in this teaching.  I briefly address three systemic challenges that impact Fathering in our our context.  I do think these three affect men more than they do women but I wouldn't say they only affect men and not women.  I also make a point to say that I do believe we can talk about gender differences in a way that doesn't reinforce a hierarchical patriarchy.  That fear is part of the problem, leaving men in the dark as to why we struggle with identity issues.  There are some that think men's issues would be solved if society went back to a hierarchical patriarchy, believing it is ordained by God.  I disagree with this assessment of the issues men face and with the theology that is being trumpeted as an unfortunate misreading of God's intent for men and women.  With that said by way of introduction, we need some good news for Dads.  My prayer is that this teaching would plant some seeds that will grow into some extraordinary communal ministries for men and boys. 

peace,  David