Stephen Ashton

History

Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Truth

“Silence in the face of evil is itself evil: God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act.” -Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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Stephen Ashton

In The News Parenting Let Boys be Boys

Struggling Boy Finds Hope, Purpose, and Self-Worth through Trail Life Mentors

Trail Life mentors inspire young boy not only to find the will to live, but to help others around him In a society where the lines between masculine and feminine are constantly blurred, brash boyish bluster and boisterousness is losing its place. Feeling unappreciated, too boys are losing their identity. Traditional ...
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In The News

Trail Life USA Offers Boys Hope and Purpose Despite Pandemic Aftereffects

'Mishandling of the opportunity to communicate optimism and to be creative in meeting the challenge is causing these aftershocks that have particularly set boys back. Trail Life provides boys with a safe space to build character, develop leadership, and enjoy boyhood in the great outdoors’
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In The News Troop Adventures

Texas Troops Experience "Night Ops" Challenge

"Night Ops" Challenge Helps Boys Build Confidence, Independence, Responsibility, and Godly Character Trail Life USA, the largest Christ-centered, boy-focused scout-type organization in the country, is proud to challenge boys to grow in confidence and leadership through amazing outdoor adventure.
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In The News Service

Trail Life USA Honors American Veterans and Cultivates Duty to God and Country

As America prepares to give tribute to our fallen heroes on Memorial Day, Trail Life USA CEO Mark Hancock encourages all Americans to honor our veterans, and reaffirms Trail Life’s dedication to inspire patriotism and build character in boys across America.
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Stephen Ashton

Mentoring Parenting Masculinity

Raising Men Prepared to Stand

Prepare to Stand Your Ground and R.E.S.I.S.T. As parents, one of the most important lessons we can teach our sons is to stand firm and be prepared when temptation comes. Ephesians 6 instructs us to, "be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand ...
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In The News

Trail Life USA Partners to Bring 'Adventure Zone' Experience to Ark Encounter

Ark Encounter featured at Building Strong Foundations Convention which hosted over 30,000 people from across America
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In The News

Trail Life USA Nationwide Campout

Trail Life Will Host 3rd Annual 'Nationwide Campout' - Celebrating Families, Faith, and Gathering in the Outdoors
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In The News Parenting

10-Year-Old Boy On Autism Spectrum Gets Confidence, Beats Fears, Through 'Trail Life'

'Trail Life provides a safe space for boys to mature and grow through outdoor adventures, leadership opportunities, and more'
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