I hope you will use this site to communicate with me.  I am interested in your thoughts about how we can become more impactful in the lives of our boys and how we can start a movement across this country to inspire and encourage them to stay in school and develop themselves. 

I am also interested in hearing from boys who have read the book.  I want to know your thoughts about the book.  Was it helpful to you?  If you are facing some difficult challenge, I want to coach you through it.  Let’s work together to create a great and exciting future for you.  Remember: With God all things are possible!

Let’s do it!

Helps Black Teen Boys Thrive, Not Just Survive!

16.4% of black teens have carried a weapon

Among 10 to 24 year-olds, homicide is the leading cause of death of blacks

Only 8% of young black men have graduated from college

Young black men represent more than 40% of the prison population

Finally, a new book that will help teens overcome the statistics, transforming them from young boys to men of integrity. Rev. Dr. James C. Perkins, founder of the Benjamin E. Mays Male Academy, has responded to the national crisis affecting black teen boys. In Playbookfor Christian Manhood: 12 Key Plays for Black Teen Boys, Dr. Perkins has compiled a game plan for black males aged 11-15 that supplies twelve essential lessons for godly character.  With Rev. Perkins’ help, these young men will learn to:

     1. Establish their own identity
     2. Identify their purpose
     3. Value education
     4. Protect their body
     5. Honor parents and respect girls
     6. Acknowledge authority
     7. Develop leadership skills
     8. Safeguard their sexuality
     9. Deal with disappointment
    1o. Manage money

This playbook offers basic formation, blocking and pass strategies, and a view of the goal line!

Why This Book Works!

   1. Easy for boys aged 11-15 to read and understand
   2. Uses football terminology boys will embrace
   3. Encourages boys to jot down thoughts, examples, and action plans in
       their own personal playbook
   4. Invites teens to use their own life experiences to navigate problems
   5. Same successful techniques used at the Benjamin E. Mays Male Academy