2025 Men’s Conference: Calling Fathers to Greatness

About the Conference

The Arnold Hall Men’s Conference aims to help Catholic men to live out their vocation, first as husbands and fathers, and then through work, friendship and community involvement. The theme this year is “Calling Fathers to Greatness” Talks and discussions will explore fatherhood through the lens of St. Joseph, father and worker, and on practical ways men today can live out their vocation as loving husbands and fathers.

The conference begins Friday evening, October 24, and concludes noon Sunday, October 26. It includes talks, guided reflections, small group discussions, and ample time for get togethers, including meals. There will also be time for Mass, prayer, and confession.

Keynote Speakers

Jim Stenson on the Instilling Honorable Ambition In Children. Mr. Stenson is a writer and educational consultant based in Boston. He was co-founder of the Heights School in Washington, DC, and a founder and headmaster of Northridge Preparatory School in suburban Chicago. He is the author of several popular books on for parents including Father, The Family Protector, and To Be a Man. His books have been translated into 10 languages.

Mike Aquilina on St. Joseph and His Work. Mr. Aquilina is author of more than 70 books on Catholic history, doctrine, and devotion. He is co-founder of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. He has hosted eleven television series on EWTN and is past editor of New Covenant Magazine. He is also a songwriter, whose works have been recorded by Dion, Paul Simon, Van Morrison, Bruce Springsteen, Jeff Beck, Amy Grant, Carlene Carter, Peter Frampton and many others.

Other speakers will be announced later this summer.

Location

Arnold Hall Conference Center, One Randall Street, Pembroke MA 02359.

Date & Time

The Conference starts Friday, October 24 at 6:00 PM with a light buffet dinner and concludes on Sunday, October 26 at 11:30 AM.

Cost

The cost of the Conference is $295. Discounts are available.