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WEEKEND MC: Patrick Schiller

SPEAKERS

Dave DiNuzzo Sr.,
Dave DiNuzzo Sr. is a Catholic, Husband, Father of 4, International Speaker, Author, and Deacon-Candidate (pursuing the Sacrament of Holy Orders to the Order of Deacon in 2025 for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salina in Kansas, USA.) He recently published his first solo book project, “The Steep Upward Climb - Practical Knowledge about Virtue and Becoming a Saint.” Despite recently becoming disabled due to severe lung damage contracted during a month-long stay in the ICU, Dave believes that the Lord is using his daily suffering to help others and dares to say, as St. John the Baptist once did about Our Lord Jesus Christ, “He must increase. I must decrease.” 

 

Dave has worked in a Director/Missionary/Evangelist/Speaker capacity since his undergraduate studies in 2004, working in college and young adult ministry, as a FOCUS missionary, in parish and diocesan director roles, in various apostolates, as a middle and high school Theology teacher, within his apostolate to men, and most recently as a Deacon-Candidate. All those roles pale in comparison to his role as Father to his amazing children. Dave attended The Augustine Institute (Denver, Colorado) earning his Master’s in Theology, and Benedictine College (Atchison, Kansas) earning his Bachelor’s in Business Administration concentrating in Finance and a Minor in Theology. 

 

Dave founded TrueManhood Catholic Men’s Apostolate in 2008 to explore authentic masculinity and what it means to be a ‘TrueMan’ in the example of Jesus Christ. The apostolate has always worked to do three things: 1. Fight Pornography 2. Fight the culture’s version of masculinity, what Dave calls “cultural manliness,” and 3. Teach virtue. The DiNuzzos reside in a small rural town in Kansas, USA. For more information or to book Dave to speak at your next event, visit TrueManhood.com. “Blessed be Jesus Christ, True God and True Man.” Want to know more: truemanhood.com 

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Sean Lynn is the President and founder of God Squad Canada; Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance Canadian National Director; and cradle catholic retired after 34 years of service as a Calgary Police Officer.

God Squad Canada was started by four police officers in the Diocese of Calgary who saw the effects of the lack of loving fathers in the family through their work on the streets. They began with an annual men’s conference to invite men to follow in the footsteps of St. Joseph. Soon men from every walk of life were joining in the mission.

Why did we name ourselves “God Squad”? Because we are a small organized tactical unit in the service of God that is sent in the spiritual battlefield to minister to men, inspiring them to embrace God’s vocation in their lives. 

Challenged by the crisis of loneliness plaguing men, God Squad Canada, encouraged by the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance, wants to encourage squads of men to grow across Canada building brotherhood. Imagine if every priest was supported by one or two squads of men. If every Bishop had the support of 30 squads of mighty men. We could build a brotherhood that could change the face of our families, churches, and culture where no man was alone. 

God Squad Canada is a remarkable ministry dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and camaraderie among men, all under the benevolent patronage of St. Joseph. This unique initiative aims to empower men to deepen their faith, uphold their roles as husbands, fathers, and community leaders, and forge meaningful connections with fellow believers.

Rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, God Squad Canada recognizes St. Joseph as a powerful example of humility, strength, and devotion, providing a solid foundation for its members to emulate. Want to learn more. godsquad.ca

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Fr. Peter Babej is the Pastor of Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God Parish and 

District of The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Edmonton. The Edmonton Eparchy serves 25,000+ faithful in 81 parishes and missions throughout Alberta, providing spiritual, catechetical, counselling, and sacramental care for families and individuals, as well as outreach programs for the needy and marginalized. Fr. Babej is a knowledgeable and gifted speaker who will challenge and inspire our Men of Integrity at the 2025 Men's Conference.


HOMILISTS
 

Fr. Antony Cruz Michael, SAC is a Pallottine priest who celebrated his 15th Anniversary to the priesthood this year. He is pastor of Holy Family Parish, St. Albert and  holds additional responsibilities as Provincial Delegate/ Delegate Superior for the members of Our Lady of Good Health Province (OLGH) in Canada and Dean for the Edmonton North Deanery. He lives his life imitating his Patron, St. Anthony of Padua; knows Christ through daily prayer; discerned his vocation before the Blessed Sacrament and seeks holiness for himself and the flock he shepherds. His homily was so on point to the Conference theme that we have shared it below because it was not recorded. The flow of the homilies and talks throughout the conference were definitely the inspiration of the Holy Spirit who continues to lead us in this ministry.

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Fr. Dean Dowle was born in Edmonton, AB, received his education in Catholic Schools in Fort Saskatchewan and was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Edmonton in 2010. He served as the Associate Pastor for St. Joseph’s Basilica for 2 years before proceeding to further studies in Canon Law at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, ON. Upon obtaining his Licentiate he was appointed as the Adjunct Judicial Vicar for the Interdiocesan Tribunal of Edmonton and also teaches as an Assistant Professor in Canon Law. He served the Catholic student and staff population as one of the District Chaplains for Edmonton Catholic Schools from 2014-2018.

 

In 2018 he was appointed Pastor of St. John the Evangelist Parish, Edmonton where he currently resides and loves to serve. Fr. Dean is an ardent advocate for Catholic Education within the province of Alberta, loves sharing in prayer with the students and cherishes the gift of bringing Christ to each family. He is also a passionate voice for the positive work being achieved in the Pro-Life movement which advances the rights of the pre-born child and those persons facing end of life issues. Fr. Dean considers it a humble honour and great joy to serve as a priest in the universal Catholic Church.

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Music Ministry
Welcome back Mike Landry, who will lead music for the weekend, joined by Chris Davies

Mike Landry is a veteran Catholic youth minister serving ten schools west of Edmonton, AB, Canada. On his website, mikeisthird.com you’ll find links to videos he’s created, articles he’s written, and music he’s recorded all in the interest of helping young people better know and follow Jesus. Mike is also a husband and father of five children.

Chris Davies is the product of three generations of real estate practitioners, and has dedicated his career to continuing as the consummate commercial real estate professional. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alberta, with Master of Theological Studies level work completed at Newman Theological College. Chris is a husband and father of six children. But we know him best as one of the musicians in Mike’s group, where both served in the Shrine at the Family Life Conference for several years. More about Chris:

Edmonton Real Estate Agent: Chris Davies, RE/MAX Commercial Capital | RE/MAX

 

 Welcome back, Mike and Chris!  

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