The Twelve Apostles: Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Mission--Monthly Evenings of Reflection for Men
2025–2026 Evenings of Reflection for Men
We’re excited to announce the new season of Evenings of Reflection for Men at Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center, launching this fall!
The Twelve Apostles: Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Mission
This year, we will explore the lives of Christ’s Apostles—very ordinary men who were called, formed, and sent by Christ to change the world. Their stories are not distant legends—they are powerful examples for us today. Men like you.
Guided by the deep insights of Pope Benedict XVI’s 2006 Wednesday audiences on the Apostles (view them here), this series will offer a powerful lens to examine our own call to holiness and mission.
Each session will dive into the unique journey of the Apostles—fishermen, tax collectors, zealots—and explore how Christ transformed them into saints.
Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”
What to Expect
Each Evening of Reflection includes:
- A thoughtful talk based on Scripture, Church teaching, and the life of the featured Apostle.
- Opportunities for personal prayer and reflection.
- Practical takeaways for living your Catholic faith as a man in today’s world.
- Mass and oppurtunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
- A delicious dinner.
- Fellowship with other Catholic men seeking to grow in holiness and mission.
The Twelve Apostles: Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Mission
Upcoming Dates:
- Sep 3, 2025 –Peter: From Fisherman to Rock | Register
- Oct 1, 2025 –Andrew: The Quiet Apostle Who Brought Others to Christ | Register
- Nov 5, 2025 –James and John: Sons of Thunder, Disciples of Love | Register
- Dec 3, 2025 –Thomas: From Doubt to Bold Witness| Register
- Jan 7, 2026 –Philip and Bartholomew: Seekers of Truth, Bearers of Light | Register
- Feb 4, 2026 –Matthew: The Converted Sinner Who Left Everything | Register
- Mar 4, 2026 –Simon and Jude: Zeal, Fidelity, and the Hidden Strength of Apostleship | Register
- Apr 1 2026 – Judas and Matthias: Betrayal, Redemption, and the Mystery of God's Providence | Register
- May 6, 2026 – Paul: The Relentless Missionary | Register
- Jun 3, 2026 –Barnabas, Timothy, Titus... and Others: Passing the Torch, Living the Legacy | Register