DETROIT — On Saturday, April 18, men from across the Archdiocese of Detroit gathered at Sacred Heart Major Seminary for the 17th annual Hispanic Men's Conference, a day filled with faith, fraternity and renewal, exploring one fundamental truth: Christ is King and the source of strength.
Inspired by Joshua 24:15 — “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” — the one-day conference called men to embrace their role as spiritual leaders in their homes and communities.
Throughout the day, participants had access to Eucharistic adoration, confession, praise and worship led by Hombres de Fe, as well as time for prayer, lunch, and Mass celebrated by Detroit Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger. They heard from Deacon Lizandro Barba, who will be ordained to the priesthood on May 23, as well as from speakers Fr. Thomas Florek, SJ, and Luis Soto, both experienced in serving Hispanic communities.
Both speakers guided the men to reflect on how to “put on the armor of Christ” and face today’s challenges with faith and hope. For many, the conference is more than a one-day event; it is an opportunity to mark a turning point not only in a man's life but also in his family and his community.
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(Photos by Tim Fuller | Special to Detroit Catholic)
