Special Guest Speakers
Dr. Scott Hahn
Theologian | Professor | Author
Dr. Scott Hahn is a bestselling author and world-renowned speaker on topics related to Scripture and the Catholic faith. As a former Protestant and Presbyterian minister, Scott converted to Catholicism in 1986. He is now known for his internationally recognized seminars, bringing Protestants and former Catholics back into the Catholic faith. For more information on Dr. Hahn and his resources, check out his website here.
Dr. Lawrence Feingold
Theologian | Professor | Author
Dr. Lawrence Feingold is an Assistant Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University’s Institute for Pastoral Theology. He and his wife converted to Catholicism in 1989, and he later received a doctorate in Dogmatic Theology, summa cum laude. From 1995-96 he studied Biblical Hebrew and Greek in Jerusalem at the Studium Biblicum Franciscanum. His scholarly interests center on the theology and philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Thomistic tradition, the relationship between nature and grace, Christian anthropology, Christology, fundamental theology, the Jewish roots of the Catholic faith and the relationship between Christian faith and culture.
Alex Gotay
Inspirer | Speaker
Alex Gotay is a dynamic national teen, young adult and adult speaker who uses his unique perspective combined with his passion, humor, creativity and stories to communicate the good news in a way that connects with ALL!
He is an author and has keynoted at several national Diocesan Youth Conferences, been on EWTN for Youth Ministry, spoken at official Life Teen Events, led a breakout session at the National Catholic Youth Conference, co-host of "Sainthood in the City" Podcast, is on the Hallow App, has been on several national, international radio stations, podcasts and continues to travel across the nation to speak at conferences, parishes, schools retreats, events, etc. If you would like to learn more about Alex, check out his website here.
Mar Raphael Thattil
Major Archbishop of the Syro Malabar Church
Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil is the Major Archbishop for the Syro Malabar Church since 2024. He has also been the Ecclesiastical Advisor of Jesus Youth International and was the Chairman of Kerala Charismatic Movement for the Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council. Major Archbishop is also a key figure in the Synod of Bishops of the Syro Malabar Church, as well as a contributing member of various Vatican congregations and councils.
Mar Joy Alappatt
Bishop of St. Thomas Syro Malabar Diocese of Chicago
Bishop Mar Joy Alappatt is the Bishop of the St. Thomas Syro Malabar Diocese of Chicago across America. He has previously been auxiliary bishop until his appointment in 2022 as the Eparch for the Diocese. The Bishop frequently visits the parishes to continue evangelization, and recently celebrated the Holy Qurbana at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress for 25,000 people in 2024.
Mar Jacob Angadiath
Bishop Emeritus of St. Thomas Syro Malabar Diocese of Chicago
Bishop Emeritus Mar Jacob Angadiath is the first Bishop of the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Diocese of Chicago, which was established on March 13, 2001. He served as Bishop for the diocese across the United States of America until his retirement in 2022.
Fr. Daniel Poovannathil
Renowned Speaker
Fr. Daniel Poovanathil is a well known speaker and current Director of the Mount Carmel Retreat Centre in India. Fr. Daniel’s talks have reached many via Youtube and Instagram, with over 560,000 Youtube subscribers. To hear his talks, please see his Youtube and Instagram channels, as well as the Mount Carmel Retreat Centre website.