
Men of the West is a work of masculine formation rooted in Tolkien’s Middle-earth, calling men toward brotherhood, virtue, and strength under Christ. Written by Ryan S. Matchett, husband, father of five, and Anglican priest on Vancouver Island.
| Platform | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly | |
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| Issues | 26 | Founded | 4 months ago | Last Issue | 3 days ago |
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Hey friends! I thought I would break the ice on substack video and see if this is a helpful medium of furthering our explorations of Tolkien and the Masculinity of Middle-earth. I think video might be a great way of responding to questions...
Whenever I talk or write about masculinity and retreat (passivity), the same two conversations seem to find me. I hear from women who love their husbands but are disappointed, tired, or confused because they want more from them. More presen...
On passive masculinity, hidden strength, and the fear of becoming harmful
The Istari
A Grey Cloaks Formation Process for Men Learning to Return to Courageous Love
Brothers, Christ is calling and entering into the woods where your full self has been hidden.
In my read-through of The Return of the King, I’ve found myself hung up on Tolkien’s introduction of Faramir through Pippin’s eyes.
“Pippin pressed forward as they passed under the lamp beneath the gate-arch, and when he saw the pale fac...
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Men of the West is a work of masculine formation rooted in Tolkien’s Middle-earth, calling men toward brotherhood, virtue, and strength under Christ. Written by Ryan S. Matchett, husband, father of five, and Anglican priest on Vancouver Island.
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