I am available for speaking engagements on various topics and for various lengths of time. If you would want to invite me to speak in your area, please e-mail my dear wife at:
miriam@omargutierrez.com
Previous Speaking Engagements:
8.19.2010 – St. Vincent de Paul Parish – Ministry in the Church
11.10.2010 – Legatus – Caritas in veritate by Pope Benedict XVI
1.18.2011 – St. Wenceslaus Parish – An Introduction to Catholic Spirituality
2.8, 15, 22 & 3.1.2011 – St. Peter Parish – The Urging of Christ’s Love: An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching
3.12.2011 – Pro Sanctity Movement – Reflections on the Creed According to Servant of God Guglielmo Giaquinta
3.22.2011 – St. Stephen the Martyr Parish – Rome Beneath the Surface
6.23.2011 – Christ the King Parish – An Introduction to Catholic Spirituality
7.31.2011 – Pro Sanctity Movement – The Creed According to Servant of God Guglielmo Giaquinta
8.24.2011 – Catechist Give & Take – A Primer on Catholic Social Teaching
10.19.2011 – St. Peter’s Youth Group – An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching
11.5.2011 – Catholic Homeschooling Association - Revolution by Pope Leo XIII on Rerum novarum
11.30.2011 – In His Sign Radio – Interview on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
12.12 – 13.2011 – St. Thomas More Parish – Seeking Christ as Mary Did, an Advent reflection based on the spirituality of Caryll Houselander
1.18.2012 – INET – Rome Beneath the Surface
1.19-20.2012 – Skutt Catholic High School – An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching
2.24.2012 – FOCUS Missionary Leadership Team – An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching
3.19-21.2012 – St. Peter Parish – A Lenten Mission on Catholic Social Teaching
Talks include but not limited to:
Rome Beneath the Surface – an 1.5 hour audio-visual presentation on the archaeological discoveries of the Catacombs of St. Callistus and the Tombs of St. Peter and St. Paul. Learn of the personalities involved in the discoveries as well as view some of the photography and drawings of the ancient sites. Ultimately, be inspired in your Catholic faith with the knowledge that ours is a faith rooted in history and preserved throughout time. A sample of the talk can be heard here.
Testimonials -
• “The whole class was so informative and interesting – very, very enjoyable.”
• “Fascinating! I want more info.”
• “Very educational. I realized that this helps me be more informed about my faith.”
• “We were not able to take the Scavi Tour when we were in Rome last spring, so this was a marvelous opportunity to ‘see’ what we missed. Thank you!”
• “I enjoyed the great stories told in a very engaging manner. Omar has the education and the experience that was wonderful.”
• “I enjoyed the instructor. He presents classes with a huge passion! I love to learn about our faith, and Omar sets a fire in your heart and soul to learn more about your faith.”
• “I loved the progression of the discovery and making the history come alive!”
• “Omar had a great knowledge of the subject and made it very interesting, like a mystery novel.”
Revolution: Pope Leo XIII and Rerum Novarum - an 1.5 hour audio-visual presentation on the foundational document for modern Catholic Social Teaching. Written in 1891, the document is a vigorous response to the rise of socialist economics and philosophy at a delicate and difficult time for the Church. Learn some of the history of the time as well as get a firm understanding of the document and what it has to tell us today.
Testimonials coming
Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching - in various formats – 1 hour all the way to four 1.5 hour classes. Based on the Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church, I present my five points of Catholic Social Teaching. Rooted and starting with a spirituality of the teaching that is founded on relationship with Christ Jesus, the presentation integrates history, doctrine, and a spirituality of the Social Teaching that is applicable to every-day life.
Testimonials coming