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Catholic Men's Conference to Host Speakers, Activities for Spiritual Growth

Posted on August 31, 2021 in: Events

Catholic Men's Conference to Host Speakers, Activities for Spiritual Growth

2021 CT Catholic Men's Conference - get your tickets today

Calling all men of the diocese! It’s time to step up and join us for the 14th Annual Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference. This year is going to be our best year ever! We have lined up some great speakers and some great activities to help you grow spiritually as men.

This is an opportunity to share your faith with Catholic men from all over Connecticut, experience powerful worship, go to Confession, and have an all-around great time!

The ticket price is $45 and includes lunch. All day Adoration and Confession are available. Keynote Speakers are Dr. Ralph Martin and Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC. Speaking also are Dr. Blythe Kaufman, Mr. Gary Zimak, and Reverend Elias Mary Mills, FI.

Purchase tickets online at www.ctcatholicmen.org. Don’t miss out on this incredible event!

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