SPEAKERS
Dave DiNuzzo Sr., Founder of TrueManhood Men’s Ministry, is a Catholic husband, father of four, evangelist, catechist, author, blogger, and retreat master, and currently serves as professor of Theology at St. John the Baptist Catholic Middle and High School in Beloit, KS. (Most recently, Dave served as the Diocesan Director of Young Adult & Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, Missouri.)
Men's Ministry – Fighting the war on pornography & cultural manliness while teaching virtue.
In 2008, Dave founded TrueManhood Men’s Ministry in an attempt to capture the essence of manhood, manliness, and a man’s responsibility within the family, society, the Church, and in the workplace. His work within men’s ministry led towards the book project “Man Up! Becoming the New Catholic Renaissance Man.” In the book, Dave discusses the devastating effects of pornography, his personal story with addiction and ways to overcome, as well as a call to action for all men to live virtuous lives.
Dave received his Master’s Degree in Pastoral Theology with an emphasis in Evangelization and Catechesis from the Augustine Institute in Denver, Colorado and his undergraduate degrees from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, graduating with a BA in Business Administration/Finance and minor in Theology. After his undergraduate studies, Dave worked as a Catholic missionary with FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) and then went on to work as Director of Catholic Campus Ministry at the United States Air Force Academy. After his time at the Academy, Dave worked as Director of Programming for a national men’s apostolate where he set up, organized, managed, and counseled parish-based men’s groups, and operated outdoor retreats for men.
Dave has spoken all over the country on a variety of topics directly related to authentic masculinity, namely virtue, and the fight against the evil of pornography. Dave also gears talks towards young adults and college campuses. Dave is a nationally certified volunteer firefighter, and an avid hunter and outdoorsmen.
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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.
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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.