2012 Conference Followup

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Written by Men of Christ | 15 March 2012

Proverbs 3:5 tells us: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths."

Jesus Christ will direct our paths if we trust Him, and believe in His church. He wants the best for us, and gave us a tremendous blessing on March 3, 2012. Remember what happened on that Saturday. We honored our God, repented from our sins, witnessed to our boys, prayed for our families, interceded for our church/country, and continued to build solidarity amongst each other. It was a blessed day, and we thank all of those that made it a tremendous success.

At the end of this e-mail we put together a very brief review of the feedback that was received (only 30% complete), and would like to ask you to send any additional insight or experiences that have taken place since March 3rd. Please send them to our e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We want to capture those moments.

Dynamic Men’s Group Training

We understand how important it is for men to come together on a regular basis, specifically to keep the flame going after experiencing such a powerful day. So, join us for a mini- conference on building a dynamic men’s group. 

When: Saturday, March 24, 2012
Where: St. Mary’s Parish in Menomonee Falls (N89 W16215 Cleveland Avenue)
Who: All men who want to start or join a men’s group at your parish or in your local area.
Directions: Visit www.stmarymf.org
Register Online (for free): http://menofchrist.net/index.php/about-us/blog/80-tmiy-meeting

Schedule:

  • 7:45 a.m. - Registration

  • 8:15 a.m. - Mass

  • 8:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. TMIY Program Review/ Breakout Session/Talks

  • 11:30 a.m. - Lunch

  • 12:00 p.m. - End
     

40 Days for Life

Please consider joining the peaceful and prayerful effort to help end abortion by joining the 40 days for life effort.  This is an incredible way to put faith into action to be a voice for the unborn.  You can find more details about 40 days for life here: http://www.40daysforlife.com/milwaukee/

Also, each Sunday there is a prayer service led by our Ukranian Orthodox brothers outside of the abortion clinic at 3PM.

Men of Christ 5K Run

Please visit the Men of Christ table in the vendor section to learn more about this inaugural 5K run / walk event at Holy Hill!  All proceeds of this race will be used to sponsor a seminarian.  You can download the flyer here: http://menofchrist.net/files/12/Moc_5K.pdf

Men of Christ CD of the Month Club

Our goal in producing this series is to empower you with the tools needed to learn, defend, and proclaim your Catholic Faith.  Not only can you receive great CDs, but now you can get the powerful content in MP3 format as well.  Please visit the following for more details on this great program: http://moc.cdomclub.net/

Conference Feedback

We thought you would enjoy reading some of the responses from the men. Let us know if you have any additional feedback or share your experience by sending an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

  1. How did this experience impact your life?

  • This day actually saved my life today. The obstacles that are in my way are now tolerable. Thank you!

  • It really opened my eyes to how I should live out my faith in Christ. I’ve seen how important the people are in my life and I need to treat them and live as if I’m in my last moments.

  • In a way that I never expected.

  • It helped to reawaken my role as a man.

  • Renewed my faith to grow stronger in my relationship to our Lord and Savior.

  • I have been inspired to make great changes in my life.

  • Powerful and reminder of our call to share the faith.

  • Makes me want to do more and be more active in my faith. Be a man of Christ.

  • This was great! As a Catholic I learned a great deal about my own faith. It is interesting to listen to the lay speakers talk about the Catholic faith. It really brings a new perspective to the Church. It was very refreshing. I agree that every Catholic man/women should participate in a conference like this.

  • Renewed my connection with Jesus.

  • Confession was great, prior to this it had been 9 years since my last. It felt great to get that weight off my chest.

  • Steve was awesome, and Chad’s personal testimony was very touching. Showed me that there are plenty more men who feel the same as I do and gave me the courage to make a difference.

  • Made me appreciate being Catholic.

  • It provided the keys to the new evangelization.

    • Knowledge of the doctrines and teachings of the Church.

    • It is essential to speak to others about the Catholic faith.

    • Members of other denominations are looking for the Catholic faith.

  • Seeing so many people, busy people finding time and ways to reach out makes me want to challenge myself to do better. To do more.

  • Commit to share.

  • Profoundly, passionate speakers. Very inspiring. The speaker’s love of Christ has convinced me to be a better Catholic.

  • Inspired me to keep growing in my faith.

  • It made me realize that I can always do more, and that I should not be ashamed/scared to show my faith.

  • It is great to review why I’m Catholic.

  • It was very powerful.

  • Re-energized my Catholic faith.

  • Understand my responsibility now. Passivity is out! I must take action.

  • It always brings me closer to Christ. It renews me. Makes me want to be the best man I can.

  • It allowed me to open my heart to Jesus in Adoration.

  • Hope giving.

  • It always makes me feel good that there are so many other Catholics here to share the Lord and His grace.

  • Renewed my connection with Jesus.

  • I will bring more guys next year.

  • This is the perfect way to excuse you from life to dedicate time with God, and to renew convictions.

  • It gave me a lot to think about for being a better father and husband.

  • I am inspired to proclaim my faith in Jesus Christ to people I encounter.

  • It enkindled the Holy Spirit in me.

  • It kept my faith alive and renewed my spirit.

  • Placed Jesus in better focus as my goal to serve. Draw others to Jesus. Continue to learn on this faith journey.

  • It’s the right thing at the right time.

  • Makes me want to be a better Catholic and continue inviting others into the faith.

  • My 3rd conference. Each year I have a whole new set of excuses why not come to the conference. Each year I come and think “it can’t be better than last year.” This year was better than last.

  • Make me more determined to help my children and grandchildren save their souls.

  • Brought me closer to God.

  • Have opened my mind.

  • Further solidified my faith in Christ.

  • It has made me more determined to go to daily mass, to pray more frequently.

  1. How will you take what you received today beyond the conference?

  • Better effort to evangelize.

  • Join a men’s group.

  • More prayer. Less TV.

  • I will use in my daily life.

  • I teach baptism class at my parish. I will take the knowledge that I’ve learned to my classes.

  • It will change the way I live my life!

  • I hope and pray I will teach people my age to learn about His church and its history, and saints.

  • Today has helped me continue my journey as a Deacon.

  • I will live my life with renewed vigor in faith, work, towards being a better man in Christ, and in everything I do.

  • I will definitely be living my faith beyond the conference.

  • I will take it to my family first, and then to all aspect of my life.

  • Be more positive in my relations with others.

  • I will schedule a marriage retreat and follow the commitment card.

  • Become a better Catholic leader.

  • I will be more forward as a Catholic.

  • Improve my relationship with my wife and family. Be more courageous in the workplace.

  • I will use to strengthen as a father.

  • To show God’s love to others.

  • Be more open in expressing my love for the Catholic Church and Jesus.

  • Start reading the bible again.

  • Continue to supporting all the men in my small men’s group regardless of their obstacles.

TMIY Meeting

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Written by Men of Christ | 08 March 2012

Keep your Enthusiasm from this Conference! Join us for this mini-conference and learn how to Build a “Band of Brothers”
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You are invited to attend a short 3 hour conference to discuss a relatively new Men’s Educational effort that the archdiocese is promoting. The program, That Man is You (TMIY) by Paradisus Dei will soon conclude its 6th year and has reached thousands of men at 190 parishes spread throughout 32 states and 60 dioceses.


This mini-conference will be reviewing the highly successful That Man is You (TMIY) program from two vantage points. First, is this the right program for you and your parish? Many men think so, which has lead to the rapid adoption of TMIY programs all over the US. We’ll review the TMIY program and show you how to easily implement this in your parish. The second way we will view the TMIY program is as a successful template. A lot of work went into the logistics and structure of TMIY to make it a first class program. The same steps can be used to implement a men’s group based on bible study, our Catholic faith, father/son programs, etc. We’ll provide you with these successful steps and additional resources to consider.

To learn more, you can download a flyer with details here: download PDF.  To register, you can do so for free here: register online.  The cost is just a donation, and to register for free, use the promo code 'free'.

 

WHEN: Saturday March 24th , 2012 WHERE: St. Mary’s Parish, N89 W16215 Cleveland Avenue, Menomonee Falls 53051
WHO: All men who want to start a men’s group at your parish or in your local area.
DIRECTIONS: Please Visit www.stmarymf.org

2012 Details

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Written by Men of Christ | 29 February 2012

Register

If you haven't already, please register online to take advantage of discounted pricing.  You can register here: https://menofchrist.net/cem/events/moc2012


Parking

Attendees – A reminder we have $6 all day parking at MacArthur Square (841 N. James Lovell St.) next to the Milwaukee Museum.  Coupons can be picked up inside the front doors of the Milwaukee Theater the morning of the conference.  Once the conference starts at 9:00 AM the coupons will be available at the Coat check desk.

Priests – We have free Valet parking service at the front entrance to the Milwaukee Theater (500 W. Kilbourn Ave.) for our Priests.

Buses - All Buses dropping off attendees can do so at 500 W. Kilbourn Avenue in front of the Milwaukee Theater.  If the Bus Driver is attending the conference he may park the bus in the surface parking lot at 1025 N. 8th Street.  There is a cost of $20 for all day parking for buses at this parking lot. 

Men of Christ 5K Run

Please visit the Men of Christ table in the vendor section to learn more about this inaugural 5K run / walk event at Holy Hill!  All proceeds of this race will be used to sponsor a seminarian.  You can download the flyer here: http://menofchrist.net/files/12/Moc_5K.pdf


Don't Forget your Tickets

Please remember to bring your tickets / nametags on the day of the conference.  Having your ticket / nametag will help streamline the registration process, and will allow you to enter immediately.

2012 Promotional Video

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Written by Men of Christ | 26 February 2012

"They came bringing to Him a paralytic carried by four men"

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Written by Men of Christ | 24 February 2012

This was the Gospel reading a few days ago.  How timely for us?

Mark 2: 1-12:  ...They came bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men.  Unable to get near Jesus... they opened up the roof above him.   After they had broken through, they let down the mat on which the paralytic was lying.  When Jesus saw THEIR faith, He said to the paralytic, "Child, your sins are forgiven."  

Question to ponder... Are you willing to break through that fear of reaching out to someone you know that could benefit from coming to the Men of Christ conference on March 3rd?    

Brothers, there are so many men that are silently asking for help, and need true friends to literally carrier them to Christ.  They cannot do it alone.  They need you!

Take a minute and ask God who needs help.  Who does he want you to bring?  Is it your father, your son, your brother, your relative, your friend, or your co-worker?   There is someone in your life that needs to encounter the mercy of God, as well as experience the power of being around thousands of like minded men that are trying to live up to their noble calling.

You can register online securely here today: https://menofchrist.net/cem/events/moc2012

In addition, please ask your priest to attend.  With thousands of men requiring confession, there is a need for over 100 priests.  

We continue to pray and fast for all of you.

Early Bird Pricing Extended

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Written by Men of Christ | 02 February 2012

Thank you for making a strong push to tap men to bring them to the conference.  Because of so much momentum, we've decided to extend early bird pricing another week.  Please take advantage of the discount rate!  Register securely online here today:

https://menofchrist.net/cem/events/moc2012

Parish Captains Responsibilities

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Written by Men of Christ | 29 January 2012

We're often asked about the Parish Captain / Regional Leader roles.  Please see below for a detailed explanation:

The role of Parish Captain is critical to the success of the conference because it is the personal invitation that encourages men to attend such an event. Most of the men (75% plus) will attend the conference because someone personally invited them via phone, or most importantly a tap on the shoulder.

The individual should be willing to carry the cross of leadership, have a desire to help men grow in their faith, and be courageous enough to answer the call to “go out into the deep” and become a fisher of men.
 
Pre-requisites:
  • Practicing Catholic who is in communion with the Pope and Magisterium.
  • Committed prayer life, and frequent use of the sacraments.
Activities of Successful Parish Captains – Five P Approach
  1. Pray
  • Have I started praying for the men in my parish, the men attending the conference, and the men in leadership roles? Have I asked God to help me in my efforts? THIS IS VITAL TO YOUR SUCCESS.
  • Do I have the Men of Christ nine week novena/fast to St. Joseph on my calendar? Note: Copy of novena can be found on the Men of Christ website.
  1. Pastor
  • Have I asked my pastor to attend conference, and received a commitment from him to attend? Have I asked him to support our efforts?
  • Refer to the administration tool on “How to Approach a Pastor” if you have questions.
  • Did I sign him up online, and let my Regional Leader know that he is coming or not coming
  1. Promise
  • Have we committed to bringing “x” amount of men?
  • Have I spoke to my pastor about his ideas on how to make a commitment to bring “x” amount of men
  1. Plan & PR
  • Have I signed up on line?
  • Do I know how to use the admin tool?
  • Have I built a Parish Captain team?
  • Recruit champions. Start identifying other men in your parish who can support you in getting conference attendees. Recommendation is to have between three plus men on your team. NOTE: Utilize the administration tool for call scripts, and other resources.
  • Have I developed a plan of action?
  • Have I established goals and set priorities?
  • Have I created a time line for activity completion, and am I reviewing regularly?
  • Ideas
    • Setup table after Mass and personally invite men – MOST EFFECTIVE; Fathers bring their sons; Announcements after Mass; Appeal to the spouses and mothers; Bulletin inserts; Hang posters and flyers; Establish an e-mail chain within the parish; Promote through key groups (Bible Study, Men’s Club, Committees, School); Schedule an evening telephone blitz using Parish directory – 1 hour; Charter a bus or car pool.
  1. Passion
  • Am I excited and passionate about what we are doing?
 
If you have any questions or need additional information contact your Regional Leader or e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

 

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