Diocesan Mens’ Retreat

Join us for a transformative day at the 2025 Diocesan Mens’ Retreat at Saint Catherine of Siena in Trumbull on March 15, 2025. This enriching event features nationally renowned speaker Chris Padgett delivering two powerful keynotes: "Your Faith Saves You" and "What is Your Goliath?" along with inspiring music from special guest Vince Ambrosetti. Starting at 7:45 AM with a continental breakfast, the day includes Morning Prayer, an opening address by Bishop Frank Caggiano, small group discussions, opportunities for confession, Mass celebrated by Bishop Caggiano, and lunch. The conference concludes at 3:15 PM, providing a full day of spiritual growth, fellowship, and renewal.

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Meet our featured guests!

For over a decade, Chris Padgett has been sharing Christ's message through music and speaking at parishes and youth events across the country. Initially performing with Scarecrow and Tinmen before continuing his ministry solo, Chris entered the Catholic Church in Easter 1999. He holds an M.A. in theology from Franciscan University and is pursuing doctoral work at the International Marian Research Institute. When not touring and speaking, Chris enjoys life at home with his wife Linda and their nine children. Through his ministry, Chris seeks not just to entertain but to draw others into a deeper relationship with Jesus.

 

Vince Ambrosetti has dedicated his life to Catholic ministry and sacred music since age seven. A Secular Franciscan since 1971, he holds degrees from the University of Notre Dame in Theology and Music Composition. In 1977, he founded International Liturgy Publications, the oldest independent non-profit publisher of Catholic sacred music. Named Catholic Artist of the Year in 2001, Vince has earned seven Unity awards and three Grammy Awards for his music. His accomplishments include composing and performing the first English Mass Setting at St. Peter's Basilica for Pope John Paul II, and his work is preserved in the Vatican archives alongside classical masters like Vivaldi and Puccini.

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If you are clergy, please register with Deacon John DiTaranto.