DEACON MATTHEW HALBACH
Dad, Deacon, Doctor
THE CATHOLIC AUTHOR AND SPEAKER YOUR PARISH IS LOOKING FOR
As a Deacon, Father, and PhD, Matt Halbach delivers thoughtful, relatable and dynamic presentations. From discerning in and out of seminary, to discovering his vocation as a husband, to dedicating his life to sharing the gospel message, Matt is passionate about teaching the faith and encouraging others to accept God's love for them.
Matt is the author of several books and Catholic resources and over the years, Matt has given keynotes, workshops, parish missions, and diocesan staff retreats on the topics of mercy, accompaniment, spirituality, faith renewal, family faith, and fatherhood. Matt also provides workshops for priests and deacons on the topics of leadership and spiritual growth.
Also see Matt's Family Ministry Page, Jump In Catholic Ministry!
MATT IN MEDIA
SPEAKING
With gifts of preaching and teaching, Matt is able to lead others in dynamic presentations that both inspire and educate.
KEYNOTE SPEAKING
Matt Halbach is a talented and skilled Keynote Speaker who knows how to get a crowd inspired. With a focus on the saints, scripture and God's Mercy, your audience will be fully engaged throughout.
PARISH MISSIONS AND RETREATS
Matt Halbach builds an experience that dives into the needs of your audience. Packed with personal stories and deeply rooted Catholic theology, Matt's dynamic presenting style is sure to engage and point minds, hearts, and souls toward God.
AUDIENCE TESTIMONIALS
What Audiences Have to Say
"Deacon Halbach's retreat leadership style was warm and inviting. He has the ability to guide those on retreat by engaging both the imagination and shared experiences of others."
Deacon Tom Bradley
"His use of scripture and stories takes you on a spiritual journey from your past and current encounters with Christ to ponder how Christ sees us. 'Seeing with the Eyes of Christ' retreat with Deacon Matt was restful and comforting."
Bob McClellan
"Deacon Matt Halbach has unfolded new insights of what mercy is. It was an engaging talk that gave me clear, relatable ways to extend mercy toward others and to deeply feel loved by God in His gift of infinite mercy for me. One of the best talks on mercy I have heard."
Julie Nelson
"An excellent speaker, Deacon Matt brought together scripture, moments of prayer, wonderful stories, data analysis, humor and the added benefit of small group discussions, within a large group retreat experience for an inter generational audience. The feedback was universally positive and parishioners are asking for more of the same!"
Paula Moses
"Deacon Matt is a down to earth Catholic, husband, and dad who engages his audiences with real feelings and relatable stories. He is honest, funny and connects with people in a way that makes them want to take their faith to the next level. He encourages you to step outside your faith comfort zone and learn how much more you are capable of sharing the Lord with others."
Meghan
RESOURCES
To Engage & Inspire
Take a look at Matt's free resources below including videos, podcasts and webinars!