
Summary:In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Jeff Hamilton, founder of Dad Academy, about the importance of fatherhood, the integration of faith in parenting, and the role of sports in family life. Jeff shares his personal journey as a father, the challenges of balancing sports and faith, and the creation of Dad Academy to help fathers develop a plan for their parenting journey. The conversation emphasizes the significance of values, rituals, and community in raising children and the need for a revival of fatherhood in society.Takeaways:Integration of Faith and Family: Jeff Hamilton emphasizes the importance of integrating faith into daily family life, not just as a Sunday activity but as a core part of the family's values and routines.The Role of Dad Academy: Jeff founded Dad Academy to provide fathers with a strategic plan for parenting, focusing on values discovery, skills development, and creating meaningful family traditions.Balancing Commitments: Jeff discusses the challenges of balancing children's sports and activities with faith commitments, highlighting the importance of setting clear family priorities and boundaries.Community and Mentorship: The episode underscores the value of community and mentorship among fathers, encouraging men to support each other and share their fatherhood journeys.Revival of Fatherhood: Jeff calls for a revival of fatherhood, urging fathers to embrace their roles with intentionality and to foster a spirit of fathering within their communities.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Fatherhood and Music02:33 Jeff's Fatherhood Journey06:06 The Role of Sports in Fatherhood09:01 Balancing Sports and Faith15:29 The Birth of Dad Academy21:10 The Importance of a Dad Plan34:30 Building a Legacy Through Values42:12 The Role of Rituals in Fatherhood43:17 Collaboration in Fatherhood MinistryYou can reach Jeff Hamilton and review his newly released book, "Dad Academy: Raising Courageous, Capable, Confident Kids" at https://www.dadacademy.info/.You can also find him on :https://www.facebook.com/dadacademy/https://www.tiktok.com/@UCzoXxbzj3GRT9CeNIOmFIDg https://www.instagram.com/dad.academyPodcast production by: https://www.movementum.com/Theme music by Harold Rayford.