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About Us Micah 6:8 · Jeremiah 29 · Genesis 1

A brotherhood of men

We are a brotherhood of men devoted to seeking the welfare of our city (Jeremiah 29) and fulfilling the Cultural Mandate (Genesis 1) as image bearers of God. Guided by Micah 6:8, we strive to act with justice, show mercy, and walk humbly before God, strengthened in both spirit and body.

Theodore Roosevelt laughing, around 1910
Theodore Roosevelt, c. 1910 · the strenuous life

We believe faith must be lived vigorously, not passively.

Inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s call to the strenuous life, we pursue a form of muscular piety: a faith that is disciplined, courageous, and active in service to God and neighbor.

Our aim is not retreat from culture, but its renewal through men who embody moral conviction, civic responsibility, and godly strength.

  • I.Justice“to do justice”
  • II.Mercy“to love kindness”
  • III.Humility“to walk humbly with your God”
Todd Leonard seated on a panel with other men at a Micah Mandate gathering

Our Focus

Our studies revolve around two complementary pursuits: the development of muscular piety and the application of Christian principles to government at every level.

We believe personal virtue and public virtue rise together—strong men build strong families, strong churches, and strong communities. By cultivating disciplined faith and applying biblical truth to civic life, we seek to see righteousness exalt a nation and to train men to serve as leaders who combine wisdom with strength.

Apostles’ Creed · Manhattan Declaration

Our Confession

I.

We unite around the Apostles’ Creed and the shared convictions of the Manhattan Declaration. Any man who affirms these truths is welcome. While signing the Manhattan Declaration is encouraged as a statement of unity on Life, Liberty, and Marriage, it is not required for fellowship.

II.

We also commend The Statement on Christian Nationalism and the Gospel as a faithful expression of Christ’s lordship over all creation and the rightful, limited role of civil government under Him.

Testimonials

It’s not just talk; it’s transformation.

Joining Micah Mandate has deepened my faith and strengthened my commitment to justice and mercy in our city. It’s a transformative experience that aligns perfectly with my spiritual calling.

Testimonial

Joining the Micah Mandate has been one of the best decisions I’ve made as a man. It’s helped me strip away the world’s version of masculinity and rebuild it on a biblical foundation. Through the teachings and community, I’ve learned what it truly means to lead with strength, humility, and purpose under Christ. It’s not just talk, it’s transformation.

JD Rivera

Under the Leadership of Todd Leonard

Discover the servant-hearted leader guiding The Micah Mandate with humility and steadfast faith, modeling justice, mercy, and faithfulness in the city. Todd previously served as a scout platoon leader in the United States Army’s 1st Infantry Division and serves as a board member of the UWF Academy of American Civic Republicanism.

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A Final Word

“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

We strive to live out this call with integrity and courage in every season.