Be a Man! Series: Fr. Larry Richards on Heroic Men

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I have been waiting for this! Thank you Fr. Larry and THANK YOU HEROICMEN. I just re-read this book, 'Be a Man'. Never disappoints. So many great nuggets in this book. Great for the individual and small mens groups. I have been referencing Fr Larry at every meeting since.

Matt M.

40-ish guys in our men's group really liked this. I was at a table of 8 or so guys and everyone to a man had something to say. seemed very profoundly impacted by your message. Thank you!

Mark Y.

Currently going through Fr. Larry’s book, 'Be A Man' with 20 COR brothers of Holy Infant Parish. We’ve had great discussions on the first 4 chapters. This video series will take our discussions to the next level! Thank you Fr. Larry!

Ken E.

This is my favorite series I've watched in a long while!

Gabe C.

Matt M.

40-ish guys in our men's group really liked this. I was at a table of 8 or so guys and everyone to a man had something to say. seemed very profoundly impacted by your message. Thank you!

Mark Y.

Ken E.

This is my favorite series I've watched in a long while!

Gabe C.

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About this Series

Heroic Men, a nonprofit ministry focused on Catholic men’s formation, has officially launched its highly anticipated video series, Be a Man!, featuring bestselling author and speaker Fr. Larry Richards.

Since its debut in May 2025, the 10-episode series has become the most-viewed content across the platform, with thousands of men tuning in monthly—many as part of new or existing parish-based groups.

Based on Fr. Richards’ widely read book of the same name, Be a Man! offers a direct and spiritually grounded call for men to reclaim their identity and mission in Christ. The series is available for free to men worldwide via the Heroic Men app.

“We’ve seen extraordinary engagement,” said Gabe Chabot, a Heroic Men team member. “It is our top series in terms of views, and becoming first choice among app users in men’s groups forming in parishes and homes across North America.”

The video series release comes amid growing concern over male isolation and spiritual disengagement. According to data from The New Emangelization, one in three men report having no personal friendships in their parish. Heroic Men aims to address this crisis by building networks of faith-based brotherhood—both online and in-person.

“We’ve never been lonelier,” said Dean Patterson, a volunteer prison minister and Heroic Men group leader. “Fr. Larry’s message is timely and urgent. In prison and in parish life, men are stronger when they’re walking together.”

The platform’s mission is to foster male discipleship and community, especially in the wake of increased isolation following the pandemic.

“We need to help men start groups in their parishes, invite others, and begin restoring connection and faith,” said Sean Lynn, a retired police officer and Heroic Men leader in Canada. “It’s about no man left behind.”

Fr. Richards, known for his direct preaching style, underscores the spiritual urgency behind the project: “There are no lone wolves in Christianity. Christ sent his men out two by two. Men need men. We’ve got to do the same.”

The Be a Man! series is now available exclusively on the Heroic Men app. Viewers are encouraged to watch the trailer, join a group, and share the series with friends and parish leaders.

Why now?

Men: What if the world is wrong about masculinity? What if being a man is NOT about power, control, and getting what you want? Father Larry's bestseller book comes to you in an epic 10-part series—only on Heroic Men.

God made you a man. And God doesn't make mistakes. Watch the series on Heroic Men. This is the kind of show that will challenge you, fire you up, and call you to something greater.

This world is confused. It doesn’t know what a real man is anymore. A real man doesn’t live in isolation. He doesn’t sit around making excuses for his selfishness. He doesn’t let fear or pride control his life. Look at the Cross. The perfect man, Jesus Christ, was nailed to it. Not for Himself. Not for His comfort. But for YOU.

That is what it means to be a man—to lay down your life for others, to surrender your ego, to stop living for yourself and start living for Christ.

The question isn’t whether or not you want to be a man. The question is: will you become the man God made you to be?

Who is Fr. Larry, & what is this book?

For three decades, Fr. Larry Richards has been calling men and women to stop playing small and step into their God-given mission. He doesn’t sugarcoat the truth—he delivers hard-hitting, practical guidance that cuts through the noise in our heads.

Ordained in 1989 for the Diocese of Erie, Fr. Larry founded The Reason for Our Hope Foundation to spread the good news of the Gospel. He has brought the Sacraments to tens of thousands of Catholics as a pastor.

His first book, Be a Man!, isn’t just a bestseller with over 100,000 copies sold—it’s a game-changer for men ready to lead with courage and purpose. His books don’t just inspire—they push people to take action and change their lives.

Fr. Larry’s reach doesn’t stop there. Whether on EWTN radio or leading retreats and conferences, his message is the same: stop living for comfort and start living for Christ.

Behind the scenes: who produced it?

We flew in a truly incredible team to produce and record this series. VEK Media crafts our trailers and videos. That's why we sent them to Pennsylvania to record a stunning, top-quality video you'll absolutely love.

This Be a Man! series from Heroic Men is essential (and epic!) for men. Fr. Larry Richards is one of the best—absolutely the best—at cutting through the nonsense and getting straight to what men need to hear.

This is powerful, actionable truth for men who want to stop playing small and start living with strength, faith, and purpose. With this series, men will finally get the tools they need to take control of their lives, focus on what really matters, and become the leaders their families, churches, and communities need.

Each 15-minute episode hits hard, tackling real issues like repentance, relationships, and embracing true masculinity. It’s straightforward, no-nonsense, and easy to use in group discussions or one-on-one reflection.

About the Original Book

Be a Man! is a bold and practical guide for men to rediscover true masculinity. Drawing from decades of ministry, and his own real life failures and doubts, Fr. Richards gets personal with stories, hard truths, and actionable advice to challenge men to embrace their God-given identity.

The book challenges cultural misconceptions on manhood, encouraging men to live with strength, humility, and love through a relationship with Christ.

- Get clear, actionable wisdom to focus your life.

- Get hard-hitting truths about manhood.

- Get a field-tested roadmap to build strength and deepen holiness as a man.

Fr. Larry's signature style, and the practical power of this book, means it's a perfect series for men to inspire friends, sons, and family. It's ideal for watching together in groups.

This is not a passive self-help series—it’s a call to action. Fr. Larry will record a 15 minute episode for each chapter, unpacking the essential tasks to become the men God made us to be.

Episode 1. Be a Man Who Stays Focused on the Final Goal: Life is short, and the ultimate goal is eternity with God. Fr. Larry challenges men to live intentionally, keeping the end in mind and avoiding distractions that lead to failure.

Episode 2. Be a Man Who Lives as a Beloved Son: Men must embrace their identity as beloved sons of God. Through baptism, we’re adopted into God’s family, moving beyond being mere creations to sons with purpose and relationship.

Episode 3. Be a Man Who Repents: True manhood begins with repentance. Fr. Larry calls for men to face their sins head-on, turn back to God, and welcome change.

Episode 4. Be a Man Who Lives in the Holy Spirit: Strength comes from the Spirit. Fr. Larry calls men to die to themselves daily, serving others with humility and witnessing to Christ.

Episode 5. Be a Man Who Is Strong: Strength isn’t about machismo but about taking responsibility for your choices, focusing on Christ, and walking in His power.

Episode 6. Be a Man Who Is Loving: Men must prioritize relationships and express love boldly to their families. Love transforms, heals, and builds legacies.

Episode 7. Be a Man Who Is Wise: Wisdom comes from living for eternity, not the world. Fr. Larry reminds men to build treasures in heaven and prioritize what truly matters.

Episode 8. Be a Man Who Lives as He Was Created: Men are created in God’s image to reflect Him. True humility means embracing this responsibility with reverence and reality.

Episode 9. Be a Man Who Is Holy: Holiness is not optional. Men are called to live blameless lives, set apart for God, and embrace their identity in Christ.

Episode 10. Be a Man Who Changes the World: Evangelization begins at home and extends to the world. Fr. Larry challenges men to follow Christ to the cross, serving with courage and faithfulness.