MEN’S SUMMIT RESOURCES

Live the Kingdom

Resources for the summit—and the days that follow

The Beatitudes invite us to a different way of living. Start with Scripture, hear from our summit speaker, or take a step toward prayer and community at St. Ann. You don’t have to do everything. Choose one place to begin.

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01 · Explore the theme ↓

02 · Make time for prayer ↓

03 · Find brotherhood ↓

04 · Serve and find support ↓

05 · Take one step this week ↓

 

 

01 · READ & LISTEN

Explore the theme

The Beatitudes

Matthew 5:1–12 · Scripture · Free · USCCB

Begin with the passage behind “Theirs Is the Kingdom.” Read slowly, then choose one Beatitude to carry into your prayer and conversations this week.

Read Matthew 5 →

The Cross and the Beatitudes

Fulton J. Sheen · Book · Purchase · Angelico Press

Sheen connects Christ’s teaching on the mountain with his words from the Cross. A thoughtful companion for exploring how mercy, surrender and sacrificial love belong to the life of the Kingdom.

Explore the book →

Holy Grit

Paul George · Book · Purchase · Ave Maria Press

In A Saintly Guide to Becoming a Man of Virtue, our summit speaker draws on the lives of ten saints to consider virtue in everyday life. Each chapter offers reflection and a practical next step—useful on your own or with a few other men.

Explore Holy Grit →

True Grit: Being a Man of Virtue

Paul George with Ave Spotlight · Audio · Free · 19 minutes

An approachable conversation about virtue, the saints and the challenges men face. Listen before the summit to get acquainted with Paul’s message.

Listen to the conversation →

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02 · PRAYER & SACRAMENTS

Make time for prayer

Mass and Confession at St. Ann

St. Ann Parish · In person · Current schedule

Make space for the sacraments in your week. The parish page lists Mass and Confession times, along with schedule changes.

View Mass and Confession times →

Eucharistic Adoration

St. Ann Parish · In person · Drop-in visits and scheduled hours

Bring your questions, gratitude and burdens to prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. Learn how to visit the chapel or commit to a regular hour.

Plan a chapel visit →

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03 · COMMUNITY

Find brotherhood

Men’s Morning Ministry / That Man Is You

St. Ann Parish · Men’s formation · Check current meeting details

Pray, learn and talk honestly about living the faith with other men. Visit the ministry page for its current program, meeting format and contacts.

Explore Men’s Morning Ministry →

St. Ann Men’s Club

St. Ann Parish · Fellowship and service · Membership information

Build friendships through shared service and parish life. The Men’s Club offers a practical way to meet other men and contribute to the community.

Meet the Men’s Club →

Alpha at St. Ann

St. Ann Parish · Conversations about faith · Registration details

New to faith, returning after time away, or carrying questions? Alpha offers conversation and community as you explore life and Christianity.

Explore Alpha →

Read Holy Grit together

Paul George · Small-group guide · Free PDF; publisher account required

Invite a few men to continue the conversation. The publisher’s facilitator guide includes questions, prayers and action plans to accompany the book.

Get the facilitator guide →

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04 · SERVICE & SUPPORT

Serve and find support

Put faith into action

St. Ann Parish · Service opportunities

Choose one way to share your time and gifts. Explore opportunities to serve at the parish and in the wider community.

Find a way to serve →

You don’t have to carry it alone

St. Ann Parish · Care and support

Find parish support for difficult seasons, including grief, separation and other life challenges. The care directory connects you with ministries and people who can help you take the next step.

Explore care and support →

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05 · YOUR NEXT STEP

Take one step this week

Read one passage. Make time for prayer. Reach out to another man. Choose a next step you can actually keep.

Help me find my next step →

Resources reviewed September 15, 2026. Follow each source for current availability, program details and access requirements.

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