UPCOMING SPEAKERS

John Green attended Wheaton College where he was 1 of 12 Roman Catholics out of 3,000 Evangelical Protestants. After marrying his wife, Carolyn, the Greens have enjoyed a life of ministry and service together for 32 years. For twenty years they lived with and ministered to men involved in prostitution on the streets of Chicago. John was ordained a Permanent Deacon by Cardinal Francis George in 2002. Over the last decade and a half, he and his wife have been small business owners, caregivers to elderly parents and family members, and have been blessed to raise 4 kids who love the Lord and one dog that they are still praying for. Today they minister at Holy Family Parish in Stow, OH. Deacon John works with Catholic parishes throughout the United States through his work with The Evangelical Catholic.

The Children of Mary Sisters are based in Newark and Cincinnati, Ohio. A semi-contemplative community, the sisters spend their lives adoring Jesus enthroned on the altar, and continuing our adoration of Jesus with acts of love as we work in household duties, outdoor chores, or apostolic work.

Patrick is a Catholic writer and podcaster from Melbourne, FL. He is the co-host of The Crunch Podcast, the top comedy podcast for young Catholics. He is a former comedian with a Masters Degree in Systematic Theology from Franciscan University. He is married to his wife Phoebe and is father to two children: Leo (3) and Josephine (1).

Santonio Hill is a dynamic speaker driven by a passion for inspiring others through the Gospel. With a degree in Philosophy from the Catholic University of America, Santonio brings a unique perspective and depth to his talks that resonate with audiences of all ages. For over a decade, Santonio has been actively involved in youth and young adult ministry, dedicating his life to empowering the next generation. His speaking engagements have included various platforms and events, such as conferences, workshops, retreats, parish missions, colleges, high schools, and young adult events. He was previously the Executive Director of Gift of Mary Women’s Shelter and Director of Recruitment for Vagabond Missions. Currently based in Pittsburgh, PA, Santonio resides with his wife Kristen and their children, Fatima and Andre. Through his engaging presentations and personal commitment to faith and family, Santonio continues to inspire and uplift communities, leaving a lasting impact wherever he goes.

Mike Patin uses energy, humor and stories to remind people of God’s presence among us while inviting others (and himself) to take the “next step” in our journey with God. In 1984, his ministry career began as a high school teacher & coach. He then moved to do diocesan youth ministry in New Orleans for 13 years. Since 2003, he has been a full-time speaker and “faith horticulturist.” He has engaged groups sized from 10 to 23,000 in over 130 U.S. and Canadian dioceses, speaking at parish missions, conferences, rallies, retreats, and in-services. His audiences have included youth, adults, families, clergy, seminarians, faculties, businesses, athletic teams and hospital staffs. Mike has published two books: A Standing Invitation, and This Was Not in the Brochure: Lessons from Work, Life and Ministry. In 2006, he received the National Catholic Youth Ministry Award. Mike lives in Lafayette, LA.

Ali Hoffman has a passion for Jesus, the Catholic Church, her family, donuts, and Chipotle, in that order. She has served with NET Ministries and, after graduating from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota with a degree in Catholic Studies and Family Studies, she moved back home to the GREAT state of Texas where she was co-youth coordinator at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic church in Carrollton, Texas for 6 years. She now travels the globe full time, preaching the Gospel and making disciples.