Brotherhood & Breakfast
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Brotherhood & Breakfast with John Heinen, from The Catholic Gentleman Podcast.
Join us!
Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Holy Cross Catholic Church 415 Robley Dr. Lafayette, LA 70503
Opening Mass begins at 8:00 am with Rev. Andrew Shumacher. Fellowship and Breakfast will begin immediately after inside the parish hall. Keynote to follow.
John will be sharing a powerful message that speaks to the heart of every man—encouraging, challenging, and deeply relevant for all walks of life. Be a Man, Be a Saint.
John Heinen
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
John Heinen is the Chief Marketing Officer with Undivided Life. He is also the Owner and Executive Director of The Catholic Gentleman, one of the most recognizable online men’s apostolates, which reaches over a million individuals each month, with the mission to inspire holiness in men. It is through this apostolate that John works to cast the correct, God-ordained image of masculinity in a world that has lost this understanding.
He holds degrees from Texas Christian University and Yale University. Prior to joining Undivided Life, he served as Vice President of Marketing at Fuzati. In addition to his corporate career, he was a professional trumpet player who had the privilege of touring the world and performing music. His musical journey included playing at prestigious jazz festivals in Italy and performing evening concerts during the Beijing Olympics. He also held the Principal Trumpet position with the Richardson Symphony Orchestra for nine seasons.
John is married with 6 children--2 girls and 4 boys—as well as 7 children already entrusted to the infinite love and mercy of God. He lives his life dedicated to this vocation.
Sponsor the Event
Sponsorship Opportunities
By sponsoring this event, you play a pivotal role in bringing a nationally recognized speaker to our community while ensuring that event proceeds directly benefit Red Bird Ministries, a nonprofit organization ministering to families experiencing child loss at any age or stage—from conception to adulthood.
Your support will:
Help cover event expenses and ensure all admission proceeds benefit Red Bird Ministries.
Strengthen Catholic brotherhood and faith in our local community.
Associate your organization with a respected Catholic apostolate and mission-driven nonprofit.
Checks made payable to Red Bird Ministries and mailed to: 217 S. Main St., Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
Contact Victoria Dupre, at victoria@redbird.love or by calling 337.223.2019 ext. 105
Lock in your sponsorship today!
For sponsorship details, download the Sponsorship Packet.
Breakfast Sponsored by:
Gentleman Sponsor