What is ExSpiritus?
Ex Spiritus—Latin for “from the Spirit”—is a one-day Catholic men’s retreat created to help men encounter the Holy Spirit in a deeper way and be renewed for the life they’ve been entrusted to lead.
Many men spend their lives pouring themselves out for others—family, work, parish, responsibilities—without taking time to be filled themselves.
Ex Spiritus is an opportunity to pause and be strengthened.
Through prayer, teaching, worship, and fraternity, the retreat invites men to open themselves to the work of the Holy Spirit and leave equipped to live with greater clarity, courage, and conviction.
Meet Our Speakers
Hear from men who know the battle—and the grace of God within it. Ex Spiritus brings together voices that speak honestly to the reality of Catholic men today: the struggles, the call to holiness, and the mission God has entrusted to each man.
Location
Springlake Event Center
2280 Springlake Rd, Dallas, TX 75234
Registration opens at 6:30 AM, Event begins at 7:30 AM and ends at 12:30 PM
What Men Can Expect at ExSpiritus
This is more than a conference. It’s a day set apart for renewal.
When you arrive at ExSpiritus, you can expect:
Prayer & Sacraments
Mass, prayer, reflection, and opportunities to encounter Christ in a real and personal way.
Dynamic Speakers
Talks rooted in Scripture and the Catholic faith that challenge men to go deeper.
Brotherhood
Meet other men who are pursuing holiness and seeking to lead in faith.
Brothers Beside Our Priest,
United in the Sacred Heart of Jesus
As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, Catholics across the country are reflecting on the blessings and responsibilities of freedom. Inspired by the U.S. Bishops' invitation to renew our commitment to faith, civic responsibility, and the common good, this year's ExSpiritus theme looks to the source of authentic freedom: the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
"Brothers Beside Our Priests, Hearts United in the Sacred Heart of Jesus" is a call for Catholic men to stand alongside their priests in the mission of the Church and to unite their hearts more deeply to Christ. In a culture that often promotes independence and self-reliance, the Sacred Heart reminds us that true freedom is found not in living for ourselves, but in surrendering our lives to God and serving others in love.
At ExSpiritus, we will explore what it means to be men whose hearts are transformed by Christ—men who support their priests, strengthen their parishes, lead their families, and help renew the Church and society. As we mark 250 years of our nation’s history, we are reminded that the future of both the Church and our country depends on men willing to answer Christ's call to holiness, brotherhood, and mission.