Apprentice Young

Austin was a little small for his age, but that didn’t change the fact that he was ready to start taking on the responsibilities... [read more]

Austin didn’t know what to say to his father after returning from the woods. The experience of being blindfolded, manhandled,... [read more]

Apprentice Young’s fingers trembled as he began to unlace his shoes. Standing in the dark, black basement of the Temple, he... [read more]

The anointing ritual is an essential part of an apprentice’s admission. Not only does it provide for a formalized cleansing... [read more]

Apprentice Young thought the men must have seen how nervous he was. And he had good reason. As he stood still, passively letting... [read more]

Apprentice Young’s throat was still sore when he met with Grandmaster Angus. It was a blessing he wasn’t asked to speak as... [read more]

Apprentice Young knew the moment was bigger than himself. Being ordained into the brotherhood was something he was told he would... [read more]

My apprenticeship with the Brotherhood hasn’t always been smooth sailing. I’ve often found myself feeling bewildered, frustrated,... [read more]

Austin has proved himself to be a brave, discrete, and intelligent young man. He has behaved in an exemplary manner throughout... [read more]