Diocese of St. Cloud Thirteenth Annual Catholic Men's Conference Scripture - How Catholics Read the Bible God's Word: Know it, Love it and Live it and Three Men from the Bible: Their Lessons on Love, Life and Holiness For Today's Catholic Men Join men of all ages and walks of life to explore new ways to renew your faith. Take the time to listen to how Christ is calling you to follow Him. Set aside this one day to reflect on your chosen vocation and how being a man of integrity impacts those around you. Saturday, February 27, 2010 St. John's University Collegeville, MN 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - Registration in Great Hall Celebration of the Eucharist Bishop John F. Kinney, presider KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Fr. Britto Berchmans   Born in Madras, India, Fr. Britto was ordained a priest in the Salesian Society in 1981. He has served the Church in various capacities in India, Italy, and the U.S., including dean of Philosophical Studies, editor of a Catholic family magazine, professor of Mass Communications, campus minister, associate pastor at St. Anne in Barrington, and now the pastor of St. Nicholas in Evanston. In June 2003, Fr. Britto became a priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity for men of faith to gather together to learn, experience fellowship, and grow and strengthen their relationships with their families, their Church, and their communities. In its thirteenth year, the Catholic Men's Conference has found that the thousands of men who have attended have benefited from this day-long retreat. Many have made it an integral part of their Lenten journey. Opportunities for the sacrament of reconciliation and time for workshops will also be available. CONFERENCE FEE (non-refundable) including lunch and refreshments: Through January 31: $30 per person Groups of five or more $25 per person. After January 31: $35 per person Groups of five or more $30 per person. Registration deadline February 12, 2010 Please send your name, address, phone, email, parish name, whether you need special accommodations or dietary needs, and fee to: Office of Marriage & Family / CMC 305 7th Ave N, Suite 100 Saint Cloud, MN 56303-3633 Questions: 320-252-4721 This is an excellent opportunity for male Confirmation students and their father or strong male role model to learn more about their Catholic faith! To download a Catholic Men's Conference flier (PDF), click here. To download a Catholic Men's Conference brochure (PDF), click here. If you are looking for Catholic Small Men's Groups, visit the web site of National Resource Center for Catholic Men.