Man Alive!

Event Details

DATE		Saturday, October 27, 2012
TIME		9 am - 4:30 pm
COST		$40
FOOD		numerous eateries nearby
BOOKS		available for sale throughout the day
Schedule
8:00 am		Doors open
9:00 am		Welcome
9:15 am		Talk 1 Peter Herbeck - Conversion
10:00 am		Talk 2 Danny Abramowicz - Transformation
11:00 am		Talk 3 Peter Herbeck - Mission
11:45-1 pm		Break for lunch with opportunity for Confession
1:00 pm		Q & A with speakers
2:00 pm		Talk 4 Tom Peterson - Catholics Come Home ®
3:15-4:30 pm		Holy Mass with Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB

Speakers

DANNY ABRAMOWICZ Danny Abramowicz is presently involved in full-time work with Crossing the Goal ministries, which is an international evangelization outreach to Catholic men. Crossing the Goal uses TV, internet technology, conferences, and leadership training seminars to accomplish its goal. Author of Spiritual Workout of a Former Saint, Danny also had long a history with the NFL as a player, coach, and broadcaster.

PETER HERBECK Peter Herbeck is the Vice President and Director of Missions for Renewal Ministries. He has been actively involved in evangelization and Catholic renewal throughout the U.S., Canada, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe for the past twenty-five years. Author of several books, Peter is a co-host on The Choices We Face, and a member of the television program Crossing the Goal.

TOM PETERSON For 25 years, Tom Peterson built his career as an award-winning, corporate advertising executive. But Tom’s life would change forever after a transforming conversion while on a men’s retreat. Soon afterward, he founded CatholicsComeHome.org and VirtueMedia.org, Catholic media apostolates dedicated to the New Evangelization.

BRIAN PATRICK As host of the Son Rise Morning Show on Cincinnati’s Sacred Heart Catholic Radio, Brian Patrick shares weekday mornings with Greater Cincinnati’s Catholic Christians in prayer, reflection, and thoughtful discussion about our journey of faith and Church traditions. The show is now being offered to EWTN Radio for national and global syndication.

HOST - KYLE NEILSON Kyle Neilson is the Director of the Office of Evangelization for the Archdiocese of Vancouver and ManAlive! Conference leadership team captain. He holds a Master’s degree in theology from the Franciscan University of Steubenville, and together with his wife was received into full communion with the Catholic Church in 2002. Father of four young children, Kyle very much enjoys being a man.

SHEPHERD - ARCHBISHOP J. MICHAEL MILLER, CSB Archbishop Miller is the chief shepherd of Vancouver’s 475,000 Catholics. In the 36 years since his ordination, he has held a remarkable number of positions, from university president to the Vatican’s Secretary for Catholic Education. Author of seven books, he is the recipient of six honourary doctorates from universities throughout the world. He is a popular speaker at conferences around the globe.

MUSIC DIRECTOR - MARK DONNELLY Mark Donnelly is best known for his immensely popular appearances singing the national anthem at NHL games, and is commonly referred to as “Mr. O Canada.” Mark is an accomplished vocalist and conductor in both secular and sacred contexts. He will direct a men’s choir at ManAlive!

Location

Centre for Performing Arts,
777 Homer St., Vancouver

Hotel Accommodation

Comfort Inn Downtown 

info@comfortinndowntown.com 
Vancouver    604 605 4333  
Special: $85 (plus breakfast)

Days Inn Vancouver Downtown

http://www.daysinnvancouver.com/Reservations.html 
921 West Pender St, Vancouver     604 601 3837 
Special: $90.00 plus 15.74% taxes per day ( for Queen or 2 Double Beds ) w/ breakfast 
Note: Type LKGN for promotion code

Georgean Court 

www.georgiancourt.com 
773 Beatty St, Vancouver, V6B 2M4     604-609-2203  
Special: $125 
Note: Type RCAV in group number field

Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre

Link here 
180 West Georgia St, Vancouver     604 646 4315  
Special: Single Queen - $89;   Two Double - $99;   corporate King - $109 
Note: Group : 641759 - RCAV

Sandman Suites on Davie 

Link here 
1160 Davie St, Vancouver
Special: Queen Suite (no view) - $109;   Queen Suite (w/ view) - $119;   King suite (ocean view) - $139;   Penthouse Jacuzzi Suite - $189 
Note: Group : 209279 - RCAV

The Victorian Hotel 

www.victorianhotel.ca 
514 Homer St, Vancouver    604 681 6369 
Special: de luxe King room - $134;   King Room (shared) - $98;   Double room shared bath - $89.00
Note: type in RCAV in reservation comment

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton

Link here
111 Robson St, Vancouver    604 605 1453
Special: $129 Single/Double Occupancy Two Queen Beds or one King bed
Note: rate applies 3 days before and 3 days after the event

The Burrard

www.theburrard.com
1100 Burrard St, Vancouver    604 681 2331
Special: $99

The Westin Grand Vancouver

Link here
433 Robson St, Vancouver    604 647 2564
Special: $189

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the idea of an Archdiocesan Catholic men’s conference come from? 

Our shepherd, Archbishop Miller. He’s concerned, as we all are, about the spiritual health of men today and wants to do something about it.

What’s the objective of Man Alive? 

To evangelize, educate, and mobilize Catholic men so they can renew families, the Church, and the world.

Who should come to Man Alive? 

Men of all ages and levels of faith are welcome. We especially encourage younger men to attend.

How can I spread the word about Man Alive? 

Thanks for asking! The best way to get men there is to personally invite the men you know. To help you do this, we’ve created a variety of tools and incentives: brochures, wallet-sized invite cards, this website, and discounts for ticket purchases of more than one ticket. If you’d like a supply of print materials, let us know at oe@rcav.org. Explain to your friends, family members, and associates why you think they’ll enjoy and benefit from this event. In short, take courage, step out of your comfort zone, and ask!

Can non-Catholics come? 

Certainly, any man is welcome. They should be aware in advance, however, that it will be a decidedly Catholic conference, with Catholic speakers, opportunity for Confession (for Catholics), and Holy Mass.

Where is the venue located? 

The Centre is located between Robson and West Georgia streets on the West side of Homer Street in Downtown Vancouver. 

West Georgia Street is downtown Vancouver’s major six-lane east/west connector, extending from Stanley Park at the edge of the city’s West End residential district, through the downtown peninsula at the Georgia Viaduct. The venue is two blocks from the Skytrain station and within steps of Robson Street, the world-renowned shopping promenade. 

http://yellowpages.ca/bus/British-Columbia/Vancouver/Centre-In-Vancouver-For-Performing-Arts-The/338088.html  

Is there parking at the venue? 

The Centre does not have its own parking lot. There are several pay lots within a 3 block radius as well as metered street parking, the closer being Library square (enter off Hamilton St.) and next door underground at the Westin Grand Hotel (enter off the back alley on Robson St’) For locations map on parking around the theatre please visit; http://www.mygranville.ca/parking_map.pdf. 

Public transportation Info: Call Translink at 604.953-333 for exact bus routes, or visit www.translink.bc.ca  

Are food and drink provided? 

Complimentary coffee and tea will be served in the morning, and may be taken inside the theatre.  The venue will be selling juice and bottled water, and there are water fountains in the washrooms.  Lunch is not provided, but there are numerous eateries within a block of the venue.  Please note that the venue does not permit guests to bring in their own food.  

When will online registration close and can I register onsite? 

Online registration will close midnight Thursday, October 25th. After that, you may register at the door on the day of the event, but be sure to arrive by 8am.  Please bring cash or a cheque.  The discount for 2 or more tickets will no longer be available if you register onsite. 

Do I need the ticket if I have one? 

Yes – please bring your ticket with you.   

What is the seating arrangement? 

There are no assigned seats.  If your group wishes to sit together, the onus is on you to arrive early enough to secure seats.  Please note we cannot guarantee this for you.   

Are there materials for sale? 

Books authored by conference speakers, plus professionally produced prints of the Sacred Heart icon commissioned for Archdiocesan men’s events this year ($10 for large, $5 for small), will be available for sale.  Please bring cash or a cheque.