DJ is a Speaker on a Mission
D.J. is a former firefighter and paramedic turned author and speaker. He has spoken nationally and internationally on the topics of pornography, Theology of the Body, chastity, and the Catholic faith. He currently serves as the Training and Development Coordinator and Lead Teacher Trainer at Ruah Woods Press in Cincinnati, OH where he lives with his wife and children.
Video and audio promos available upon request (See samples below):
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DJ offers both Catholic and non-religious talks for schools, men's conferences and retreats.
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Life is Worth Defending(Mixed Audiences 45-60 minutes)
Why has our culture abandoned the vulnerable? It's easy to overlook the unborn in our culture of death. DJ left his career as a firefighter and paramedic to work full-time at a pro-life crisis pregnancy center. We must protect the unborn while accompanying mothers and fathers. This presentation broaches the difficult topic of abortion with truth and love. |
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7 Practical Purity Points for Parents.
(For parents, 45-60 minutes) This talk empowers parents to discuss the difficult topics of pornography, sexting, modesty, dating, and chastity with their teenage children. DJ offers practical solutions to help parents guide their children to authentic love. |
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The Love P.A.C.T.
(Grades 7-12, 45-60 minutes) Many teens have seen pornography, but few know the truth about its effects. This presentation shares the harms of pornography with love and mercy. Students will hear the truth about porn, the science of how porn effects the brain, the call to authentic love and freedom, and practical advice to porn-proof their lives. |
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Love or Use? (grades 7-12)
What is love and how do we find it? DJ allows students to discover the meaning of authentic love by sharing his engaging stories and solid advice. Students will realize that sexual purity is worth the challenge. This talk covers dating, sexting, abstinence, chastity, bullying, self-worth, and pornography. |
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How to be a Human 1.
(Mixed Audiences, 45-60 minutes) A sexual revolution. A technological revolution. An identity revolution. We have forgotten how to be human. This seminar presents the rich teachings of St. Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body in a way that everyone can understand and embrace. The covered topics include: Identity, Background of TOB, History of John Paul II, Original Solitude, Original Unity, Original Nakedness, and Ethos of the Gift. |
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How to be a Human 2.
(Mixed Audiences, 45-60 minutes) A sexual revolution. A technological revolution. An identity revolution. We have forgotten how to be human. This seminar presents the rich teachings of St. Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body in a way that everyone can understand and embrace. The covered topics include: Language of the Body, Personalistic Norm, Sacramentality of the Body, Ephesians 5, Sexual Ethics, and the Meaning of Marriage. |
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The Porn Talk. (For adult men)
This talk is tailored for men's groups. What does authentic manhood look like? How do we tackle porn's influence on our lives, and culture? DJ inspires men to stand up for purity by sharing his powerful testimony. Men will receive practical and proven advice on how to rid their lives of the porn influence. |
"I highly recommend DJ's presentation. My teenage son and daughter attended his presentation about a month ago and are still commenting about it and sharing with me what they learned. It was fun and very informative at the same time. It has given them more freedom to talk to us about hard topics like pornography, sexuality etc.. It was a blessing for all of us to attend."
- Mariela Trujillo, Associate Director Family Life Office – Archdiocese of Brownsville, Texas
“I have no reservations about recommending DJ. He presented with energy, knowledge, and authenticity.”
-High School Department Chair
"One of my adult chaperones could not stop talking about how great D.J. was with the 7th and 8th graders. He loved that his daughter was able to hear about love and beauty from a man who upholds the dignity of humanity."
-Youth Minister, St. Susanna Parish
“It was a very positive experience. The students seemed to respond well and were genuinely interested.”
-10th grade teacher, Purcell Marian High School
“DJ was knowledgeable and energetic. He seemed passionate about what he was teaching. All the reactions we received were positive! Everyone loved the presentation.”
-8th-12th grade teacher, Princeton Pike West Church of God
“Very professional presentations, and excellent rapport with the students. [DJ] dealt with difficult questions beautifully.”
-Teacher Sacred Heart of Jesus School
“The catechist was very impressed with DJ”
-DRE of St. Ann Parish
“D.J. did a great job of making it relatable to the students and they enjoyed the conversations. You weren’t preachy or hard to understand. I think they liked that they could relate to you and that helps them accept the material.”
-Teacher St. Margaret of York School
“I really liked DJ’s approach and I thought he made the most of out the time that we had. The students really seemed to like DJ and he made them feel comfortable.”
-Teacher All Saints School
- Mariela Trujillo, Associate Director Family Life Office – Archdiocese of Brownsville, Texas
“I have no reservations about recommending DJ. He presented with energy, knowledge, and authenticity.”
-High School Department Chair
"One of my adult chaperones could not stop talking about how great D.J. was with the 7th and 8th graders. He loved that his daughter was able to hear about love and beauty from a man who upholds the dignity of humanity."
-Youth Minister, St. Susanna Parish
“It was a very positive experience. The students seemed to respond well and were genuinely interested.”
-10th grade teacher, Purcell Marian High School
“DJ was knowledgeable and energetic. He seemed passionate about what he was teaching. All the reactions we received were positive! Everyone loved the presentation.”
-8th-12th grade teacher, Princeton Pike West Church of God
“Very professional presentations, and excellent rapport with the students. [DJ] dealt with difficult questions beautifully.”
-Teacher Sacred Heart of Jesus School
“The catechist was very impressed with DJ”
-DRE of St. Ann Parish
“D.J. did a great job of making it relatable to the students and they enjoyed the conversations. You weren’t preachy or hard to understand. I think they liked that they could relate to you and that helps them accept the material.”
-Teacher St. Margaret of York School
“I really liked DJ’s approach and I thought he made the most of out the time that we had. The students really seemed to like DJ and he made them feel comfortable.”
-Teacher All Saints School
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