Men of Virtue
“Men of Virtue” is a men's breakfast and talk held every second Friday of the month from 6:30-7:45 am. It is a collaboration of Chesterton Academy and St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church to grow a network of men connected by the desire to follow Christ in His Church and advance in the life of virtue.
March Speaker: Dr. Matt Gerlach
Dr. Gerlach joined Chesterton Academy as headmaster in June 2024. He holds a Ph.D. in Theology from Marquette University, as well as a Master of Arts in Theology and a Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Studies and Philosophy – both from the University of St Thomas, St. Paul, MN. Dr. Gerlach has a distinguished career serving in Catholic educational leadership positions in parish, high school, university, and seminary settings. Over the past 25 years, he has taught Theology, Catholic Studies, or other subjects at Holy Family Catholic High School, UST, U-Mary, and Sacred Heart Major Seminary.
Dr. Gerlach will be presenting on,
"The Theological Virtue of Hope"
Format
Breakfast will be served promptly at 6:30 a.m. followed by a talk on the life of virtue by a guest speaker at 7:00 a.m. (including a time of Q & A). Formal dismissal is at 7:30 a.m., however, men are welcome to stay a bit longer to socialize or ask more questions of the presenter.
Location
Breakfasts will be held at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 1310 Mainstreet, Hopkins in the lower-level social hall.
Here are the dates: 9/12, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12, 1/9, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 5/8.
Past Speakers & Topics
September: Dale Ahlquist
"What is Wrong With the World? Why G.K. Chesterton's Answer is Still Relevant."
October: Fr. Paul Haverstock
"The Cardinal Virtue of Temperance"
November: Dr. Tod Worner
"The Virtue of Courage in Uncourageous Times"
December: Fr. Brent Bowman
"The Cardinal Virtue of Justice"
January: Dr. Brandon Wanless
"The Cardinal Virtue of Prudence"
February: Dr. James Chastek
"The Theological Virtue of Faith"
