Bible Institute 2008

Featured Speakers and Performers

DAN SCHNEIDER is a Catholic Lay Evangelist and apologist, known for his energetic and passionate presentations on the Roman Catholic faith. A former Cobra helicopter pilot, he had a dramatic experience of the Lord and is devoted to spreading the faith. With a Master's Degree in Theology from the Franciscan University of Steubenville, he uses his extensive knowledge, wit, and humor to draw the listener to Christ and His Church.

A resident of Las Cruces, NM he is a devoted husband and father of three. A former amateur boxer and originally a native of Columbus, Ohio, Dan presents the Faith in a dynamic, orthodox, and straight forward manner that both inspires and instructs. A product of Catholic schools, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1989 with a degree in business administration and was commissioned an officer in the United States Army through the R.O.T.C program. As a military officer, Dan attended the U.S. Army Airborne and Air Assault Schools before becoming a Cobra attack helicopter pilot. In 1991 he flew nearly 200 hours as part of Operation Desert Storm with the 1^st Cavalry Division.

Despite a heartfelt "foxhole prayer," Dan's faith became lukewarm and he drifted away from God and the Church. His experiences in Iraq and later, as a worldly businessman, eventually led him to a "road to Damascus" conversion experience at the age of thirty-three where he encountered the resurrected Lord in a profound way. After his conversion, he immersed himself in Scripture and the pursuit of truth.

"Whoever has ears ought to hear these words" (Rev. 13:9). The program, Armed With the Power of the Holy Spirit, is offered July 25 through July 27.
 

MOST REVEREND DANIEL E. PILARCZYK, the Archbishop of Cincinnati since 1982, will celebrate the Eucharistic Liturgy on Sunday July 27 at 2:30 PM in Bellarmine Chapel. Archbishop Pilarczyk teaches to the faithful with clarity. Come and welcome him to this year's Institute.

FATHER ROB JACK is currently an instructor of Theology at Mt. St. Mary's Seminary. He will be presenting the seminar, Blessed Virgin Mary: Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope, on Tuesday, July 29. Father Rob is an animated and compelling teacher that will enliven your relationship with Mary.

YOUTH DAY FOR AGES 12 THROUGH 19
YOUTH CHALLENGE: DARE TO BE DIFFERENT!
An exciting and challenging day is planned for young people. Music, teaching, skits, large and small group activities, fellowship and time to share are all a part of this special day. This program will be offered on Friday, August 1. You don't want to miss this opportunity to stand up for Christ.

JACK AND SUE ELSAESSER, who re-located to Kodak Tennessee recently, are being used in powerful ways by the Holy Spirit to heal in Jesus' name. Their preaching of the Gospel have brought about many miracles. Through their ministry, many have been healed of physical, spiritual, and emotional illnesses.

FATHER GREGORY BRAMLAGE, a graduate of Mt. St. Mary's Seminary, is dedicated to his work as a pastor and actively involved in the healing and deliverance ministry. He will be our guest for an evening of adoration on Thursday, July 31.

FATHER CHRIS CLAY, the Associate Pastor at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Lexington, Kentucky, will be the main celebrant for the opening Eucharistic Liturgy at the Bible Institute on Friday, July 25 at 7:30 PM. Come and be a part of this joyful celebration!

AN EVENING FOR YOUNG ADULTS
"COME AND SEE!" (Jn 1:39)
Come and experience the power and excitement of the Holy Spirit in an evening of song, word, and prayer. Join other young adults as they worship together. God's Word and the witness of other young people living their lives for Christ will inspire you. There will be a time of fellowship with other young people at the end of the evening. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

Place: Kelly Auditorium
Time: Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 PM
Who: Young Adults

YOUTH GROUP PRESENTS "Judy 2412"

Presentation Ministries' young people will present the play, Judy 2412, based on the book of Judith under the direction of Matt Menkhaus. If you have been to one of the plays in the past, you know the talent, quality, and dedication that go into these productions.

Be sure to come and join us for this awe-inspiring theatrical production. The play will be offered Monday evening at 7:30 PM. The location will be announced at a later time.

BILL RICHART, born Catholic, a former altar boy and eucharistic minister who spent two years in seminary, has worked on an Oklahoma oil rig, as a congressional intern and as a country music disc jockey. After struggling with a gambling addiction, he thanks the power of the Lord for restoring his relationship with Jesus and in 1998, Bill went into ministry full time. He will be ministering at the Bible Institute on Sunday, July 27 with an evening of healing praise and will also be presenting the two-day seminar, Praise and Worship: Standing in the Glory.

FATHER JOHN TONKIN, the associate pastor at St. Susanna Parish, will celebrate the closing Eucharistic Liturgy for the Bible Institute on Saturday, August 2, at 3:45 PM. Don't miss this powerful closing celebration!

FATHER CHRISTOPHER ARMSTRONG, the Pastor of St. Antoninus Church, is a dedicated and vibrant priest. He will be the main celebrant for the Eucharistic Liturgy on Friday, August 1, at 7:30PM. We are happy to welcome him back to the Institute.

RICHARD GOSSER, D.A. has dedicated his life in service to the poor. He and his wife, Daneen, minister in Haiti sharing God's love with the people there and receiving even more in return. Retired as Professor at St. Vincent College, he is a skilled and motivating teacher of the Catechism, papal documents, and the gospel message.

FATHER BILL McCARTHY the well-beloved and energized priest, returns to the Bible Institute this year. He will present the seminars, Freedom and Victory in Christ and Clothed With Power (for priests only). He is a Spirit-filled priest, a gifted author, teacher, and evangelist. He speaks with clarity and zeal about our faith.

Father Bill was ordained a priest in Rome and has been serving the Lord in the Archdiocese of Hartford Connecticut. He is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of "My Father's House" Spiritual Life and Retreat Center in Moodus, Connecticut. For more than 20 years, Father has served the Lord with his Spirit-filled teachings.