Meet our speakers!

Joe Melendrez

Nov 17, 2019 & Feb 1-2, 2020

Jackie Francois Angel

Nov 17, 2019 & Feb 1-2, 2020

Mike Patin

Nov 17, 2019 & Feb 1-2, 2020

Connor Flanagan

February 16, 2020

Fr. Mark Wiesner

February 16, 2020

Noelle Garcia

February 16, 2020

​​​Joe Melendrez has been called one of America's most exciting Catholic performers. At 15 he appeared on MTV and later, after a youth retreat, decided to dedicate his life to sharing the Good News. Joe's high energy performance has taken him to Europe, Africa, Australia, South America and all across the USA. He has his own faith-based clothing line (God Swagg Apparel) and has released 4 major catholic albums. Today, Joe is a husband and father as well as a natural MC, a dynamic musical performer and inspiring speaker. Not to be missed!





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Jackie is a full-time traveling speaker, singer/songwriter, and worship leader from Orange County, CA. In 2006, she became an artist with OCP/SpiritandSong.com with whom she has released two albums. She has been involved in youth ministry since she graduated high school, and she now travels the globe speaking to young people about God’s love and leading worship for various events and ministries. In 2013, she married the love of her life, Bobby Angel, and they now have two adorable little girls. Check out iTunes or SpiritandSong.com to get Jackie’s albums “Your Kingdom is Glorious” and “Divine Comedy.”





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Mike Patin—the “Engagin’ Cajun”-  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. Mike has worked in ministry settings since 1984, first as a high school teacher and coach, and then in diocesan ministry for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Since 2003, he has worked full time as a speaker and “faith horticulturist.”
 
Mike has been privileged to speak to groups ranging from 10 to 23,000 in over 130 dioceses in the U.S. and Canada.  He has spoken at parish missions, conferences, rallies, retreats, leadership institutes, and in-services. His audiences have included addressing youth, adults, families, clergy, seminarians, school 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.
 
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Cleveland, OH native Connor Flanagan is a recording artist known for his authentic stage presence and unique musical presentation. His first full-length album "Close To You" landed in the top ten on the iTunes charts upon it's release. For his sophomore album, titled "Mountains", Connor partnered with three-time Grammy nominated producer Ric "DJ Form" Robbins (Grits, DC Talk, Kelly Clarkson) as well as Hawksilver Productions. "Mountains" opened more doors for Connor than he ever could have imagined, including on opening slot on a short run of shows with Crowder in February of 2018.  

As Connor prepares to release his third studio album, "SKYSCRAPERS", he is committed to writing music that resonates with the human experience. His storytelling abilities paired with his hip-hop vibe are what set him apart and allow him to connect with people from all walks of life.

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Father Mark Wiesner was born in Buffalo, New York in 1962 and moved to Concord, California with his family in 1969. He graduated from De La Salle High School in Concord. Graduating from UC Davis in 1985 with a degree in Rhetoric and Communications, Mark spend six weeks on a Summer of Service with Youth with a Mission in Scotland. He worked in the insurance industry for 2 years before joining the National Evangelization Teams (NET) from August 1987 through August 1988. Fr. Mark was ordained a priest in 1996. He has served as an active reserve chaplain at Travis AFB, and at several parishes in the Oakland Diocese. Fr. Mark has also served as Director of Communications and Media Relations for the Diocese of Oakland. Currently, he serves as pastor in the Catholic Community of Pleasanton. 








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Noelle Garcia is a Catholic Recording Artist and Speaker, traveling throughout the country to spread the Word of God through her own witness and music. She has over ten years of experience in ministry and has a passion for sharing with others the fact that we are all wonderfully made in the image and likeness of God. The lack of this knowledge causes us to question our purpose and even our existence, which is why this message is at the center of her mission.
This mission has led Noelle to a number of places internationally – World Youth Day Australia – and nationally; NCYC, LA Congress, Diocesan Youth Conferences, and various parish and school events. Noelle has shared her testimony on CNNs Latino in America and Life on the Rock on EWTN.