Invite Gary to Speak

Gary here. I'd love to come to your parish or conference and speak on Catholic apologetics and evangelism. Since the early 1990s, it has been my mission inspired and equip Catholics around the United States and Canada to be compassionate and competition defenders of our Catholic Faith. I have been honored to share my knowledge on apologetics and evangelism in some of the best Catholic media outlets and programs such as EWTN, Catholic Answers, The Journey Home, Kresta in the Afternoon, Catholic Connection, Relevant Radio, The Son Rise Morning Show, Spirit Morning Show, Envoy Magazine, Franciscan University of Steubenville Summer Conference, The Catholic Answer Magazine, Morning Air with Sean Harriott, Deep in Scripture, The Cardinal Maida Institute, just to name a few.

Below are a few helpful links to help get to know me better:

			Click below To Listen to Gary Michuta's Appearance on The Journey Home (Browser may require Real Player Plug-in To Run))

How To Invite Gary To Speak At Your Group

Step #1 - Choose a talk(s) from the list below that fits your needs. Several talks come in a variety of formats, including a 9 session apologetics class. Other topics are available that are not listed. If you don't see what you need, please email me.

	1 Talk (45 minutes)- The Basics of Wolf-proofing 2 Talks - Understanding recruitment, retention, and prevention 3 Talk Seminar - Same as above plus strategies on rescue and intervention.	Power Point Presentation Included
	1 Talk - How We Got The Bible (with special emphasis on the Deuterocanon) 2 Talks - History of the Old Testament Canon and Why Catholic Bibles Have the Deuterocanon.	Power Point Presentation Included
Salvation Made Simple	1 Talk - How to explain the role of Faith and good works in salvation..
Peter and the Papacy	1 Talk - Biblical foundations of the Papacy explained.
Making Sense of the Mass	1 Talk - The biblical roots of the sacrifice of the Mass and how to explain it to non-Catholics.
Foundations for the Real Presence in the Eucharist	1 Talk - Biblical, historical, and miraculous grounds for belief in the Real Presence.
Apologetics: Beyond the Basics Course	9 one-hour sessions (daily, weekly, or monthly), Very practical and effective course on how to charitably explain and defend the most debated Catholic doctrines.	Power Point Presentation Included
"Hello, I'm a ...." (Youth Talk)	You fill in the blank. I role play an anti-Catholic antagonist (Protestant, atheist, New Age, et al.) and the kids have to defend themselves. Great for teenagers and young adults (old adults like it too).
How I Became A Catholic "Invert" (testimony)	How God called the least capable human being to serve him by helping other Catholics share, explain, and defend their Catholic Faith through apologetics.

Step #2 - Read the Speaking Fees and Arrangements below, if these meet your satisfaction proceed to step 3.

Speaking Fees

-Local talks (within 100 miles and no overnight stay) $300 for first talk, $100 for each additional talk given on the same day or at the same event. Coverage of expenses including 50¢ per mile and any meals incurred. A $50 cancellation fee will be charged if the event is cancelled one week prior to the scheduled date without being rescheduled.

Please contact Gary to discuss alternate fees if necessary.

-Overnight Trips: One night away is $750 for up to three talks plus expenses. Additional cost of $150 for same event requiring a second night away. Added events at nearby locations requiring an additional night away will be $300. Multiple days or special situations can be negotiated. Gary prefers to travel by car when possible. Payment for gasoline can be negotiated.

-International Events: Please contact me at gmichuta@hotmail.com to discuss pricing and arrangements

Arrangements

Sponsors provide:

1) All expenses such as airline tickets, transportation, meals, hotels, internet access, etc.

2) Two tables to display and sell products which Gary will provide.

3) Volunteers to sell and maintain the book tables at all times.

4) Talks outside the 100 mile limit that include Power Point Presentation will be required to supply a large projection screen and electric outlet w/power cord. For large events, please contact to make arrangements.

5) Checks are to be made to Gary Michuta (33134 Kentucky, Livonia, MI 48150)

Step #3 - Contact Gary to schedule your event. The best way is through email (gmichuta@hotmail.com ). Speaking requests on handled on a first come first served basis. Please include in your email the following information:

• Name, address, phone number, e-mail for contact person;
• Statement of agreement and acceptance of the fees and conditions;
• Specific dates and times you are inviting Gary to speak;
• Short description of event and the talks you request Gary to give;
• Agree that Gary can display and sell his products;
• Agree to have volunteers manage his three table and sales;
• Shipping address to send products (if applicable);
• Permission to begin working on travel arrangements (if applicable);
• Agreement to reimburse for plane tickets within two weeks of purchase (if applicable).

Contact Info: gary@HandsOnApologetics.com, (734) 674-0676 (bet. 9AM-7PM EST)

A Brief Timeline

		1992 - "Thy Faith, Inc." Begins Operation, Hosts Keating / Hunt Debate, Begins TFI Conferences, and Parish Talks.
		1994 - Bi-Monthly "Hands On Apologetics" Launched.
		2003 - The Gospel According to James McCarthy is published, Radio Debates, "Hands On" Seminars on Apologetics.
		2005 - Co-hosts Radio Show, More Talks, More Radio Appearances
		2007 - Why Catholic Bibles Are Bigger, More Debates, Book Signings, More Radio and TV
		First National TV Appearance, Documentary Guest Spots, Parish Talks
		2010 - How to Wolf-Proof Your Kids Published, First Wolf-proof Seminar, New Web site