The Genesis of Exodus 90

• 💡 Exodus 90 began as a seminary experiment by Father Brian Dore to foster character formation in men preparing for ordination.
• 🚀 James Baxter joined the initiative to structure the program's learnings and share it with laymen, recognizing a widespread need for spiritual discipline.

Core Tenets of Exodus 90

• 🗓️ The program is a 90-day spiritual exercise requiring a daily holy hour with at least 20 minutes of silent prayer.
• 🏋️ Participants commit to rigorous exercise, bracket technology for leisure (no TV, social media, etc.), and adjust food and alcohol consumption, treating Wednesdays and Fridays as fast days.
• 🧊 Practices like cold showers are included, with the understanding that discomfort is a catalyst for growth.

Program Evolution and Philosophy

• 🚫 Exodus 90 has intentionally not adjusted its core requirements for laymen, believing the rigor itself is beneficial and that men often live overly comfortable lives.
• 💧 The program is not an addiction recovery program but can supplement therapy and 12-step programs by removing triggers.
• 🌍 While originating in the US, Exodus 90 has seen significant growth internationally, prompting plans for Spanish translation.

The Power of Fraternity

• 🤝 A crucial component is the fraternity, a group of men providing accountability and deeper relationships, preventing the exercise from becoming mere self-reliance.
• 🗣️ Daily check-ins with an