Just Announced - Meet Our 2025 Retreat Speaker - Paul Albert
Born and raised in Boston, Paul is a Haitian American whose family was deeply involved in the Haitian Catholic Charismatic Renewal. With his wife and children, he has served as a Life Teen missionary in Haiti. Today, Paul is Director of Missions for Life Teen, helping form missionary disciples in both America and Haiti. Paul has spoken on national and international stages for Life Teen, NCYC, the Haitian Catholic Charismatic Renewal, and many others.
IGNITE lights a fire in the hearts of men, rallying them to the battle of spiritual fatherhood.
IGNITE is not just a weekend…
IGNITE is an active, ongoing mission. We host multiple smaller events throughout the year. Check out our Upcoming Events below or using the menu at the top of the page for your next opportunity to gather with your brothers in fellowship and faith.
For those reading who don’t know about us, we’re a collection men of all ages whose kids are in school with yours, that enjoy coaching sports together, and who you see all the time at mass and out in the community. Our group is diverse and welcoming to all men who share the understanding that we’re all beloved sons of God. We’re known to enjoy all kinds of life’s small pleasures including beer, bourbon, games, and great music as much as anyone else, but we’ve come to know there’s more to life. We have learned that our most important job on Earth–the whole reason we’re here–is to make sure we are living God’s commandments and leading our families to heaven. We do that through regular study of God’s word, making continuous effort to learn more about what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, and sharing of that knowledge with as many people as possible. We volunteer our time, talent, and treasure serving others and putting our faith into action. We pray together, play together, and grow together and we can’t wait to meet you!
Who Are We?
We bring Catholic men together to deepen their faith, empower them to serve their families as fathers in the model of St. Joseph, and bring the truth of the Gospel to life in our day to day lives.
Our Vision
We believe that fathers are the spiritual heads of their families responsible for modeling God’s love for all of us in the way we practice our faith, help our families come to know the message of the Gospel, and in the brotherhood we share with the men who form our group.
Our Values
We are the largest faith-focused Men’s ministry based at St. Joseph Cottleville Catholic Church, serving fathers of all ages from the Archdiocese of St. Louis and beyond.
Our Mission
To draw all men closer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus by practicing our Catholic faith, forming small groups for prayer and the study of scripture, and providing an environment for mutual support of each other as we seek to know Christ on a deeper level, teach our families and encourage them in their own faith, and gather together for fellowship and discipleship throughout the year.
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ATTENDEES
Men joined to Christ and to each other for a weekend.
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CHILDREN
Led, influenced and impacted by the men at IGNITE 7.0.
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PARISHES
Attendees represented 22 Catholic parishes from across the Midwest.
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HOURS
Spent together in prayer, worship, adoration, fellowship, growth, and renewed spirit of hope.
Upcoming Events
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IGNITE 8.0 Men's Retreat
Get ready for your best lent ever and join us for our group's signature event. Back and better than ever, IGNITE 8.0 offers an incredible opportunity to grow in your faith and deepen your relationship with Jesus and other men.
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Guy's Night
Join us at the pavilion for a night or brotherhood and discussion. You are welcome to bring whiskey and cigars to enjoy during the event. Questions? Text or Call Aaron Loesel at 636-233-7393
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IGNITE Winter Bonfire
Join us for fellowship and conversation. More details coming soon!