National Conferences

A variety of regional and national catechetical conferences are held every year around the country:

McGrath Institute Conferences at the University of Notre Dame
The McGrath Institute for Church Life holds multi-disciplinary symposiums on a variety of themes of interest to catechists, liturgists, Catholic school teachers, and catechetical leaders.

St. John Bosco Conference
Ideal for catechists and parish catechetical leaders, especially those without a degree in theology, Franciscan University of Steubenville offers a three-year cycle of topics and trainings every summer.

National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry
The NFCYM gathers and forms adults to inspire, strengthen, and nourish those who accompany young people as they encounter and follow Jesus Christ.

National Gathering on Christian Initiation
The NGCI is an annual conference for RCIA leaders and team members which seeks to promote the vision of the Church as constantly evangelizing, catechizing, and initiating disciples.

Amazing Parish Conference
Amazing Parish exists to revitalize the Church by equipping her pastors and leaders with the training, resources and support they need to create vibrant and thriving parishes by focusing on the common “building blocks” that form the foundation of amazing parishes.

Divine Renovation
This conference is ideal for pastors, priests, parish and diocesan lay leaders, and passionate leaders who want to be part of moving their church from maintenance to mission.

Mid-Atlantic Conference
Co-sponsored by the Association of Catholic Publishers and the Archdiocese of Baltimore, MAC focuses on trends and best practices for professional ministers.

Los Angeles Religious Education Congress
Hosted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, this annual gathering features national speakers and a wide variety of breakout sessions.