Breakout Sessions

Lunch Session

“Evangelism Closer to Home” – Keith Nester (www.keithnester.com)

Family is your primary mission field. If you cannot evangelize your family, who can you evangelize? But it’s not easy, especially in this day and age. Even Jesus encountered difficulty, to the point where He said, “No prophet is accepted in his own native place” (Luke 4:24).  Keith will explore how you can effectively evangelize your family in spite of the difficulties. Learn how God has already given us everything we need, and sustains us for this holy work.

Adult Sessions

“Spiritual Awareness: How to Hear God’s Voice and to Reject the Devil’s” – Fr. Bob Gross

In this breakout session, Fr. Gross will introduce the dynamics of spiritual awareness by offering practical steps for growing in your prayer life, and what to expect when you start down that path. This is a perfect session for a man who has done a CEW, That Man Is You, or any program that has awakened the Gift of the Spirit in him. 


"More than a Beard: Seeking the Masculine Genius" – Fr. Aaron Junge
St. John Paul II wrote about the “feminine genius,” and it is clear today that Catholic men are seeking to understand what is true, good, and beautiful in masculinity. Oftentimes the encouragement and discussion stops at superficial realities like being spiritually tough, growing a beard, smoking a pipe and lifting weights…. Does God have more to show us about His vision in creating and calling us as men? Looking at Adam, St. Joseph, and Christ Himself, Fr. Aaron will present concrete ways to grow as a Catholic man even if your wife prefers you clean-shaven, you don’t smoke, and don’t own any weights. “Christ, the New Adam, in the very revelation of the Father and of His love fully reveals man to himself and brings to light his most high calling.” - St. John Paul II, Redemptor Hominis

“Witness to the Eucharist” – Deacon Dan Rouse

As Catholics, we believe the Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith.  Discover how the Eucharist played a role in Deacon Dan’s reception into the Catholic Church.  He’ll also discuss how we can witness to the Real Presence by how we receive, discuss and relate to the Precious Body and Blood of our Lord.



“Protecting Your Family from Pornography” – Matt Selby

Pornography is a plague in society today. With easy access to the internet, it is becoming increasingly common for kids to be exposed to pornography at a young age and to become hooked on it. Many adults, including many Catholic men, also struggle with pornography usage and addiction. Matt will address the status of pornography usage in our society, the negative effect it has on families, and practical ways to protect yourself and your family from pornography.

“Men’s Groups with a Mission” – Tyler Wheeler

Small groups are a wonderful way for men to encounter Christ through fellowship, Scripture, and prayer. However, sometimes small groups lack one central component of a Christ-centered communion … evangelization. As Pope St. John Paul II tells us, “communion gives rise to mission, and mission is accomplished in communion.” This talk will explore how, in order to draw near to Christ, we must draw near to His mission. Thus, in order for small groups to reach their full potential, evangelization is a necessary component. We’ll explore practical ways to start a small group that evangelizes, and ways to make already existing small groups more evangelatory.

Student Session

“Turn Away from Childish Prayer and Pray Like a Man” – Fr. Josh Link

As we begin to transition into adulthood, our prayer also needs to transition. So, what does this transition look like? What does praying like a man look like, or what should it look like? Fr. Josh Link will unpack those questions and help students find practical ways to mature in their prayer life.
 

Spanish Session

”How to be a Missionary Disciple Here and Now” – Gustavo Jimenez
"Cómo ser un discípulo misionero aquí y ahora" – Gustavo Jimenez

In this breakout session, Gustavo will talk about ways men can go deeper in their calling as missionary disciples.
En esta sesión, Gustavo hablará sobre las formas en que los hombres pueden profundizar en su llamado como discípulos misioneros.