Start with Jesus.

Start with Jesus: How Everyday Disciples Will Renew the Church

Ask yourself: does every activity in my school and parish point more deeply to Jesus? Julianne Stanz wants to make sure the answer to this question is a resounding, “Yes!” Listen in as Julianne helps us see how people can be transformed from the inside out by growing in relationship with Jesus Christ.  Start with Jesus is an essential resource for decision-makers and thought-leaders in parishes and schools, but its true strength lies in its value for the countless Catholics longing for peace, healing, and hope.

Keynote One is at 9:30 a.m. MDT October 1

Keynote two is at 2:00 p.m. MDT October 1

Julianne was born in Ireland and raised in the Wicklow mountains–she possesses a unique cultural perspective and passion for ministry.  Her life in Ireland and interest in the early Irish monastic church results in a commitment to creating a culture of intentional discipleship in parishes, communities and within the family.  Julianne is currently serving as the Director of Parish Life and Evangelization for the Diocese of Green Bay and is the author of “Start with Jesus:  How Everyday Disciples Will Renew the Church.  Her keynote addresses will be presented to all participants through live streams.

Chosen: God chose you! How to discover and respond to His call in your life.

Jesus said, “You did not choose me, but I chose you.” (John 15:16) If we have been chosen by God, what does this mean for our lives? How can we better respond to God’s Call? What are we chosen to do? As a teen, Joe Melendrez was featured on MTV and had hopes to be a mainstream musician. However, after encountering Christ on a parish youth retreat, Joe realized he was called to share the Gospel in relevant and radical ways.

Joe’s talk is at 10:45 a.m. MDT Friday October 1

Joe Melendrez has forged a unique path to becoming one of America’s most exciting Catholic performers. It was at a Teen A.C.T.S. Retreat, Joe encountered the awesome love of God. It was then that he decided to dedicate his life to sharing the Good News. Joe holds a BA in Religious studies and for the past 10 years has served as a Religion Teacher and Youth Minister. Joe shares his spiritual gifts of evangelization and music at major youth rallies, conferences, and national events.