Armada, Memphis and Richmond Knights of Columbus Councils of The Merciful Love of Jesus Family are Pleased to present

Into the Breach
a video series for Catholic men that seeks to answer the question of what it means to be a man and how to live as one in today's world.

During the month of November, all men of our parish family are invited to attend a series of videos at Holy Family in the gathering space of the Life Center.  Each evening's presentation will be approximately 1 hour with open discussion.  There is no cost, no tickets, no registration.  Just come!

Our presentation schedule is as follows:

Sunday, November 7th
7:00 pm Holy Family Parish Life Center
Masculinity (11:13)
The Church is facing a "man crisis." Men are made for greatness.  "Authentic masculinity" means to live for excellence.  Mike Phelan explains how he discovered the nature of true masculinity and how to live it.
Brotherhood (10:56)
Man was not meant to "go it alone," but to be in communion with others.  It is important to build close friendships with other men of faith.  Master Sergeant Sompaul Vorapanich shares lessons on the importance of brotherhood.
Leadership (10:36)
Men must become leaders through developing their character.  True leadership seeks greatness and brings out greatness in others.  Rober Yates discusses his service in the Air Force and highlights the importance of being servant leaders.  

Sunday, November 14th
7:00 pm Holy Family Parish Life Center
Fatherhood (10:52)
The presence and involvement of a loving father is critical in the development of a child.  True fatherhood models itself on God the Father.  Former MLB player Mike Sweeney shares how the faith of a man should shape his role as a father.
Family (13:00)
There is a "battle for the very soul of the family."  Men's service of their families requires sacrifice.  Greg and Julie Alexander explain how discovering the true mature of marriage transformed their relationship and their family.
Life (12:10)
Human life is sacred.  Men have a responsibility to protect society's most vulnerable.  Men's participation in the pro-life movement is vital.  John Morales shares his story of regret, healing, and hope as a testimony to the importance of life.

Sunday, November 21st
7pm Holy Family LIfe Center
Prayer (12:54)
Prayer must be a priority in the life of a man.  Eucharistic adoration, reading scripture, and saying the rosary are central to prayer.  Robert Feeney stalls his story of the power of prayer on the battlefield in Vietnam and life in general. 
Suffering (12:22)
Suffering is a mystery which can bring us closer to God and help us grow in holiness.  The answer to suffering is Jesus Christ.  Frank Ramirez shares his story of responding to intense suffering by worshipping God.
Sacramental Life (12:04)
Christ offers his grace through the sacraments.  The Eucharist and Confession need to be central to every man's life.  Jared Zimmerer explores how his experience as a bodybuilder helps him understand aspects of the sacramental life.

Sunday, November 28th
7pm Holy Family Life Center
Spiritual Warfare (11:51)
The life of a believer is a spiritual battle.  Men have multiple spiritual weapons in the fight against Satan, and the stakes are high.  Don O'Mara recounts his experience with abuse and addiction and finding forgiveness and freedom in Christ.
Evangelization (11:31)
All Christians are called to be witnesses of their faith to others.  To share the faith a man must know the faith.  Ryan Young shares how his Eucharistic-centered camp for teenagers allows for an encounter with Christ.
The Cornerstone (12:25)
Christ is the only sure foundation of a man's life.  We are to know, love, and serve God, so we can be with him forever.  Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. shares his testimony of straying from God's plan and how God led him to enter the Catholic Church.

Questions?
contact Greg Brunson
(810) 824-9533
g.brunson@mikofc.org