Chris Padgett

"Chris Padgett is hands down the best Catholic speaker I’ve ever heard. He’s funny, engaging, and semi-good looking."

"Chis Padgett is a true blessing to our faith. His humor is a gift to all those who witness him. He is able to help is audiences understand how and why God loves them."

"Chris Padgett is one of the most effective, engaging and hilarious youth evangelists on the planet."

"Chris Padgett is a devoted husband and father, a talented musician, a very zealous convert, a serious book-addict (it takes one to know one!), an all-around great guy, and a real treasure to the Church."

"I know this guy Chris Padgett. Exceptional man. Father, student, teacher, musician, writer, promoter of truth, street philosopher, example of sanctity, and lover of life and all that is good. He was also a welcome visitor to our home. He is highly recommended on all levels."

"Chris has the gift of being able to engage any audience, from middle school youth to grown adults. He connects with them, makes them laugh, and inspires each person to seek a deeper relationship with God, family, and friends."

"I like Chris Padgett. He makes me laugh, he makes me sing, and then, out of nowhere, he tugs and my heartstrings. A goofy guy with lots of depth to reel you in, inject you with some truth and then toss you back into the water, better than you were before."

"Chris Padgett is wildly entertaining, deeply inspirational, and completely faithful to the Church. While some people are blessed with a profound understanding of the Catholic faith, and others are gifted in their ability to connect with today’s teens, Chris merges both of these traits seamlessly."

"Throw out any preconceived notions and hang on for an amazing ride. Chris is more than a musician, he is more than a comedian, he is more than a father of 9 amazing kids, he shares his faith with the young church in a way that is inspiring. With Chris you not only get big laughs, but also a big heart for Christ and the Church."

"We are constantly seeking speakers that can reach a unique audience with a profound message. Our campers are ages 7-17 and are looking for fun and to be moved.   Chris chooses to be Christ to each person he meets. His joy, humor and sense of friendship he creates is contagious and exemplifies what we look for in a speaker, MC, and musician to work with kids. He’s just as comfortable with our 7-8 year olds as he is with our college staff. Let him help your ministry take off by lighting a fire into your youth ministry."

"As a speaker, Chris Padgett brings great energy, humor, passion and love for God, the Catholic Church, family and young people. He makes it very hard to sit and listen “with a holy stare.” He has a zeal to help people connect with God and it comes across so clearly. He’s done the work to study theology and his creativity in helping making that come alive for people is impressive."

"Chris Padgett is an amazing man, husband, and father who has committed his life to spreading the Good news of Jesus. His passion and love for Christ exude in his life and his ministry. With amazing stories that will make you laugh and cry, Chris brings his audience to a place of receiving the abundant love of Jesus and invites them into the new life that Christ offers. Plus he’s got some really good dance moves!"