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Have you been affected by radical Traditionalism, that is, a movement that rejects or eyes with suspicion the Magisterium and reforms from the time of the Second Vatican Council to the present day, often fostering divisive or even schismatic attitudes within the Church? If you are someone who has been impacted by this movement, or who is looking to understand its impact on the Church, this conference is for you! Space is limited; please register soon!
This event will include talks, communal Liturgy of the Hours and Mass, communal meals, and time for convivial conversation! Join us for spiritual invigoration, education, inspiration, and to connect with other Catholics who have travelled a road similar to yours. We hope this will be for you a family reunion, retreat and conference all rolled into one! We're excited for you to come and help us build up the Body of Christ!
(Click here to download a flyer if you'd like to promote the conference in your parish or diocese!)
The following speakers have been approved by the Diocese of Helena and will present at the conference:
Jeremiah Bannister, BA -
A former Protestant pastor, Sedevacantist, and Atheist, Jeremiah is a Catholic journalist & YouTuber, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and a former TV/radio personality. He currently works as Editor-&-Chief of Paleocrat Diaries, and recently published a book: She Danced Me a Story, which details his firstborn daughter Sami's life & death with childhood brain cancer and how God used that tragedy to lead Jeremiah and his family back to the faith. He resides in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with his wife, four kids, and their cats.
Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC -
Sister has been in religious life for 38 years, taught high school for 23 of those years, and works as the Spiritual Life & Retreat Administrator for the diocese of Spokane's Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, as well as in formation within her sisters' community. Sister spent many years in the CMRI as a Sedevacantist, including much of her time in religious life. She is one of 15 nuns who left the CMRI in 2007 to come into full communion with the Church and found the order of Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Church, for which Sister serves now as the Vocation Director.
Mr. Andrew Bartel, OP -
A former SSPX adherent & Sedevacantist, Andrew is a lay Dominican of the Province of the Most Holy Name of Jesus as well as a contributor for Catholic World Report. He has been interviewed many times and collaborated - with Dom Dalmasso and canon lawyer John Salza - to create the Contra Traddom series on YouTube. Andrew has worked as a master glazier in Montana since 2014, and is also pursuing a bachelor's degree in English and Pre-Veterinary Medicine. He lives with his wife and their four children in a log cabin in the woods.
Dom Dalmasso, BA -
Dom grew up in the SSPX in France and the United States, as well as in the FSSP in the US. He was a Benedictine novice for two years at Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey in Oklahoma, and a Marine for four years in Japan and North Carolina. He received his BA in Philosophy and Theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary and will receive his MA in Dogmatic Theology this August at the same. He is the creator of The Logos Project Podcast and YouTube Channel, as well as "The Ecclesia" Blog, offering blog posts on Catholic theolgy and ecclesial matters, as well as online courses from Apologetics to Systematic Theology.
Fr. Eric Gilbaugh, Diocese of Helena -
Ordained in 2005, Fr. Eric Gilbaugh has been a parish priest of the Diocese Of Helena for almost 20 years, and presently serves as pastor of St. John Vianney and Holy Family parishes. He holds a degree in philosophy and three degrees in theology, and enjoys studying the intersection of culture, religion and history, a theme that often finds application in his homilies.
Lecture topics will include:
+ "Knowing the Truth: the 8 Rules of Faith according to St. Francis de Sales" by Andrew Bartel
+ "Are YOU my Mother? Finding the Church in the Modern World" by Andrew Bartel
+ "Tradition, Communion & Joy" by Dom Dalmasso
+ "Fidelity & the Magisterium" by Jeremiah Bannister
+ "Coming to Terms: How Conversion Stories, Everyday Apologetics, and a Controversial New Lexicon are Redefining 'The Crisis' in the Church" by Jeremiah Bannister
+ "Pastoral Observations: a Character Sketch of the Traditionalist" by Fr. Eric Gilbaugh
(more talk titles pending - will update soon!)
ITINERARY:
July 25th, 2024 - Thursday
4:30 pm - Check-in opens for registrants as they arrive
6:00 pm – Evening Prayer
6:20 pm - Opening remarks and orientation: Laura Vander Vos
6:30 - 7:25 pm – First talk: Jeremiah Bannister
7:40 - 8:30 pm – Second talk: Sister Mary Eucharista
8:30 pm on - Camaraderie & snacks (on deck outside, or inside, weather dependent)
July 26th, 2024 - Friday
9 am - Morning Prayer
9:15 - 10:15 am – First talk: Fr. Eric Gilbaugh
10:30 - 11:30 am - Second talk: Andrew Bartel
Noon - Holy Mass
12:45 – 2 pm - Lunch
2:15 - 3:15 pm - Third talk: Dom Dalmasso
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Fourth talk: Jeremiah Bannister
5 pm on - Dinner and convivium
July 27th, 2024 - Saturday
9 am – Morning Prayer
9:15 - 10:15 am - First talk: Sr. Mary Eucharista
10:30 – 11:30 am – Second talk: Andrew Bartel
11:45 – 1 pm – Lunch
1:15 - 2:15 pm - Third talk: Dom Dalmasso
2:30 - 4 pm – Speaker Panel for Q&A
5 - 6 pm - Vigil Mass
(Dinner on your own)
LOCATION:
The conference will be held in the beautiful Gallatin Valley of southwestern Montana, within an hour and a half drive of Yellowstone National Park as well as the historic capital city of Helena (the Cathedral of St. Helena is amazing), and a 50 minute drive from Butte, America and Our Lady of the Rockies!
The Bozeman International Airport (BZN) is just a half mile away from the conference location and within a few miles of several hotels and many restaurants. Perhaps you'd like to extend your stay and take your family to see some of the natural and historic beauties of our state!
MEALS:
Three meals are included in your weekend conference registration of $150 per adult - 13 years and over (children 12 & under are free). We will provide vegan and gluten free options, however if you have a very restricted diet or would prefer to bring your own meals to eat, you're welcome to do so (and you can still sit in and chat with the other conference attendees!). If you opt to "brown bag" your own meals, please email: anned1346@gmail.com
We will provide you with a coupon code to apply when you purchase your tickets that will reduce your ticket price accordingly.
LODGING:
Registrants must acquire their own lodging, however if you are looking for a room-mate to split lodging expenses with, please reach out to us and we will do our best to connect you with someone! Please contact: anned1346@gmail.com
There are several hotels in Belgrade, MT within 3 miles of the conference location, including a Holiday Inn Express, La Quinta Inn, Quality Inn & a Super 8. If you haven't yet, you can also try checking AirBnB.com or Wimdu.com for some affordable accommodations.
VENDORS:
If you have published books or media and would like to set up a book table at the conference to sell your items, email us for details! Please contact: anned1346@gmail.com
SCHOLARSHIPS & DONATIONS:
If you would like to attend the conference but need financial help to cover your registration, email us to inquire about available scholarships: tradrecoveryteam@outlook.com
If you would like to donate to the conference fund &/or allocate a donation to scholarships, you can visit our GoFundMe page to contribute: https://gofund.me/4d7a5aba
For any other questions related to the conference, please reach out to: tradrecoveryteam@outlook.com
Event schedule details are subject to minor changes. Further details will be available as the event draws nearer. This is our first time organizing a conference - thank you for your patience!