Now that I’ve reached the “back nine of life” I often wonder:

What does it mean to be a good man in the world today?

Have you asked yourself the same thing?

Here’s the problem: Our modern day culture has blurred the lines of a man’s role and purpose in life. That’s why I started the Intentional Faith Initiative - to help motivate guys like you to navigate the murky waters of life and faith and grow to be the man God’s called you to be. Lets get started!

Shep Jordan today

Welcome! I’m glad you’re here!

I’m Shep Jordan and I’m an author, speaker, husband, father, grandfather and mentor.

I’ve been blessed by a diverse life journey, both professionally and personally. There have been many peaks and valleys as well. Those experiences have given me a unique perspective on how to live life with meaning and purpose. Beginning as an officer in the Marine Corps after college, I spent a handful of years following my Marine service in the corporate world, chasing the world’s definition of success. But then I found my true calling and purpose in life: teacher, coach and mentor. 


Having served 17 years in the classroom and on the athletic fields, my purpose now is to give back, using my rich life experiences to be a mentor for those seeking purpose and meaning in their life.

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role models and mentors do matter

In fact, they are of critical importance, especially when it comes to setting the right foundation for boys and young men to help them become the men God intends them to be. 

Our vision for the Intentional Faith Initiative is to provide men with practical guidance on how to create a stable and honest sense of self amidst dizzying change and deafening media.

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How to get the most out of Intentional Faith

  • Shep’s most recent book, Step Into Your Legacy, is a call to action for all men to become the role models and mentors the younger generations so desperately need right now. The book is a compilation of six stories of honorable men who invested in Shep. This book is a challenge and a guide for you to build your own legacy as a role model and mentor.

  • What’s a great way to start your journey? The 7 Steps Guide is THE resource to help jumpstart your journey of exploring the best way to become the man you’ve been called to be. Your Guide dives deep into the lessons learned from the incredible men from “Step Into Your Legacy.” Its a blueprint and training manual all rolled into one and will inspire and motivate you to be the role model and mentor young men so desperately need.

  • Tune into the bi-weekly podcast, The Shep Show! hosted by Shep. We focus on how to stay strong and keep the faith on topics and issues that challenge men every day.

  • Want Shep Jordan to speak at your next gathering? Contact us for availability and details regarding the engagement and we’ll be in touch shortly.

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Joe Bouchelle

“Shep has the knack of communicating clearly and effectively with students in order to provide results. He balances stretch and support very well. Students like Shep, but not because he's easy. He has exacting standards. They respect his candor and care. He is a passionate coach, a caring teacher and a respected peer. I would welcome the privilege of working with him again. Shep would be a valuable member of any learning community.”

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