WHat is Men's Weekend?

What is Men's Weekend?

WHY?

Our world is in desperate need of strong, authentic, & Christ centered men. It is our goal to build an honorable Christian brotherhood where men can not only share and grow in accountability, but where they can also gain practical skills in living out a virtuous life, as understood by the Catholic Faith.

Friday, October 9th - Sunday, October 11th: Usually we aim for a weekend in October when the weather is mild for camping and the fall colors are in full force.

WHEN?

WHERE?

We try to stay within a 2 hour radius of Toledo, OH. However, we are willing to go farther if there is enough interest. This year we will be a little over an hour from Toledo at Portage Lake Campground in Michigan at the Group Campsite. See below in the location and map section for specific details.

$55 for the whole weekend or $30 for each day you can attend. Discounts will be given to college students, those who signup early, and those who need financial assistance. The cost is largely dependent on the location and covers the food, lodging, firewood, supplies, spiritual material, and retreat takeaways. Each man is asked to bring their own alcohol and/or cigars if desired. Bringing some extra to share is always encouraged.

COST?

The Weekend

This weekend will be a time to return to the earth in which God made us and re-inflame our souls for Christ. This will simply be done through partaking in campfires, beer, cigars, chopping wood, hikes, prayer, food, talks, burning off steam, and enjoying great fellowship with other men. This weekend will provide a great balance between free time to relax with other men and spiritual growth (sacraments, talks, discussions, and prayer).

The weekend is open to all Catholics, Christians, or non-believers who are open to a Men's Catholic Faith Weekend and are 21 or older. Alcohol will be enjoyed but in moderation. Men are welcome to come and go throughout the weekend as their schedule allows.

ThE Schedule

This Year's Schedule

2026 ItinerarY

Small details to the schedule are tentative to change

FridaY, Oct. 9th

7:00pm Arrive to Campsite, unpack, and set up camp

9:00pm Cook 2nd Supper over the Campfire

Food
Beer, Strong Drink, & Cigars

10:30pm Opening Remarks

Introduce the weekend
Cover Practical’s and expectations
Opening remarks from Fr. Joseph Mominee

11:00pm Night Prayer (Compline)

12:00am Retire for the night at the latest

Saturday, Oct. 10th

8:00am Daily Mass with Fr. Joseph Mominee

8:40am Start Breakfast and Coffee

11:00am Talk by Fr. Joseph Mominee

Hand out Spiritual Books and Resources

12:30pm Long Hike

Pack Snacks, Cigars, and Beer

5:00pm Cook Supper

Food, Beer, & Cigars

7:30pm Talk by Fr. Joseph Mominee at the summit

8:00pm Adoration & Confession with Fr. Joseph Mominee

9:00pm More food, drinks, cigars, and time around the fire.

11:00pm End with Prayer around the fire

12:00am Retire for the night at the latest

Sunday, OCT. 11th

8:30-9:30am Breakfast & Coffee

10:30am Mass with Fr. Joseph Mominee

11:30am Clean-up

1:00pm Final Remarks

1:30pm Leave Campsite

"As iron sharpens iron, so man sharpens man…"- Proverbs 27:17

“When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me.” - 1 Corinthians 13:11

St. Michael the Archangel and St. Joseph…Pray for Us!!!

2026 Guest Priest

Location & MAP

Location & Map

East Harbor Group Campsite

Address:

11500 Seymour Rd, Grass Lake, MI 49240

Campsite Map

Details

You are welcome to park directly at the group campsite. We will have the full group campsite rented out so anyone there will be apart of our group.

Items to Pack

Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Mat
Blankets/Comforters (for the cold nights)
Pillow
Hand warmers for sleeping (for the cold nights)
Hiking Shoes/Boots for mud
Clothes (Pack many layers for the cold nights)
Rain gear (almost every year we get some rain)
Lawn chairs for around fire
Tent
Beer/liquor (optional)
Cigars (optional)
Bibles, journals, paper and pen for notes
Hygiene items (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shower items, baby wipes, etc.)
Footballs, Frisbees, Guitars, etc.
Flashlights
Bug Spray
Rosary and Liturgy of the Hours (If you have one or we will download the app)
Any other Fun or Manly Item to Share