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2024 Men's Day of Faith Renewal

Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024

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2024 Men's Day of Faith Renewal

Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024

"Catholic men are not whimps!"

Catholic psychologist, author and speaker, Ray Guarendi is coming to St. Mel. His common sense approach, practical advice and strong spiritual guidance are consistently sought to help build successful marriages and families. Over 3,000 talks given nationwide. Don’t miss this great opportunity!

  • The Logic of Being Catholic:
    The reason & evidence that brought me back to the Church
  • Simple Steps to Making a Marriage Work:
    A more rewarding marriage is acheivable - Learn how

SATURDAY SCHEDULE:

  • Rosary 7:30 am (optional)
  • Holy Mass 8:00 am
  • Eucharistic Procession
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Inspirational Talks by Dr. Ray Guarendi
  • Hearty Catered BBQ Lunch!
  • Event Concludes at 3:45 pm
  • SPECIAL PRIZES TOO!
    $50 per person
    Table of 8 for $360

    (All men 16 years or older)
    No man will be turned away
    for financial reasons.

    Sponsorships are available.
    CLICK to REGISTER on-line

    Family Faith Renewal Night!

    Friday, Aug. 23, 2024

    St. Mel Parish - Fair Oaks - 6:30 - 8 PM

    With Guest Speaker Dr. Ray Guarendi

    Catholic psychologist, author and speaker, Ray Guarendi is coming to St. Mel. His common sense approach, practical advice and strong spiritual guidance are consistently sought throughout the country.

    Don’t miss this special opportunity!


    Standing Strong as a Parent & Grandparent: Navigating a culture that is no longer on the side of people with traditional values. Talk followed by Free Ice Cream Social.

    FREE event for the entire family. You won’t want

    to miss this very special evening of fun and faith.

    Hear an inspiring talk by Dr. Ray Guarendi.

    Bring your friends!


    FREE Ice Cream Social featuring Leatherby’s famous ice cream!


    Come & get the Scoop!

    OUR SPEAKER

    Dr. Ray Guarendi

    Catholic psychologist, author and speaker, Ray Guarendi, hosts the popular radio show “The Doctor Is In” on EWTN radio. A practicing clinical psychologist and authority on parenting and behavioral issues, Dr. Ray helps guide listeners through the “do’s and don’ts” of raising children in the Catholic faith. His insight comes from experience. He’s the father of ten adopted children, and has been working with parents, families and educators for over forty years in substance abuse programs, in-patient psychiatric centers, juvenile courts and private practice. Ray’s given over three thousand talks around the country and is the author of twelve books. His common sense approach, practical advice and strong spiritual guidance are consistently sought to help build successful marriages and families.

    Dr. Ray's Website

    OUR PURPOSE

    Our purpose is to bring men closer to Christ


    Our desire is to offer men throughout the diocese a day to come together in a community and gain encouragement and inspiration to serve God in our families, churches, workplace and community.

    Our hope is that men:

    • Are encouraged
    • Are inspired
    • Are challenged and reassured in their faith
    • Realize they are not alone
    • Grow in Holiness
    • Re-focus on the most important things in their lives
    • Grow in virtue
    • Bond as men in Jesus Christ
    • Are strengthened in constant vigilance

    OUR LOCATION

    St. Mel Parish Center
    4748 Pennsylvania Avenue
    Fair Oaks, CA 95628