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Saturday


6:30 am – 8:30 am

Sacrament of Reconciliation (JPII Library)

6:30 am – 8:30 am

Breakfast (Antonian Hall)

7:30 am

Doors Open  (FFH)

8:00 am – Noon

Registration Open  (JCWC: International Room)

8:00 am – 9:00 am

Prayer Teams Available  (JCWC: Fireside Lounge)

8:10 am – 8:30 am

Rosary  Liturgy Committee (FFH)

8:30 am – Noon

MORNING SESSION

Praise and Worship   JP Von Arx

Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Celebrant/Homilist:  Bishop Joseph Espaillat

Keynote: “Equipped for Victory: The Charisms of the Holy Spirit”
Jackie Angel

Noon – 2:00 pm

Lunch  (Antonian Hall + Outside of Antonian Hall)

Noon – 2:00 pm

Prayer Teams Available  (JCWC: Fireside Lounge) 

12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

Pilgrimages Information Session  (FFH: Aerobics Room, 2nd Floor)
If you would like to attend this session and have a meal plan, sign up at the Pilgrimages Table to have your meal delivered to the Aerobics Room. If you do not have a meal plan, you can purchase a lunch for $10

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation  (JPII Library)

1:00 – 1:30 pm

Information Session for Elevated Parish Missions
Martin Watjen  (FFH: Performance Room, 2nd floor)

1:00 pm – 1:50 pm

“Estate Planning – Are you Prepared?”
Jim Thaler  (JCWC: St. Leo Room)

1:30 pm

Doors Open  (Workshop Venues)

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS (Round 1)

“Allowing Jesus to Heal Our Wounds”
Jackie Angel (FFH)

       “Life in the Spirit Part 1”
        John Beaulieu
       (FFH 2nd floor: Performance Room)

“Is it Possible to Rejoice in the Lord Always?”
Paco Gavrilieds  (CODA: Pugliese Auditorium)

“Victory with Mary at Our Sides”
Fr. Louis Merosne   (FFH 2nd floor: Aerobics Room)

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Break

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS (Round 2)

“The Power of Intercessory Prayer with Mary & Saints”
 Jackie Angel  (FFH)

        “Life in the Spirit Part 2″
          John Beaulieu
          (FFH 2nd floor: Performance Room)

“His Love is Made Known in His Power”
 Paco Gavrilides (CODA: Pugliese Auditorium)

“Excellence in the 21st Century:  Applying Faith and Reason to Everyday Life”
 Nathan Crankfield (FFH 2nd floor: Aerobics Room)

3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Young Adult Social and talk: “Discovering Your Vocation and Personal Mission”
– Bishop Joseph Espaillat (FFH Outdoor Courtyard)

*Open to ages 18-30. Drinks, snacks, and games provided.

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Dinner  (Antonian Hall + Outside of Antonian Hall)

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Prayer Teams Available  (JCWC: Fireside Lounge)

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation  (JPII Library)

5:30 pm

Doors Open  (FFH)


6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Gathering Music  (FFH) JP Von Arx

 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

EVENING SESSION

Praise and Worship  JP Von Arx

Keynote: “New Spaces, New Visions: Get Ready for Your New Season!”
Bishop Joseph Espaillat

Eucharistic Holy Hour
Presider: Fr. Louis Merosne

Prayer Teams will be available during the Holy Hour in the FFH lobby.

10:00 pm – 11:00 pm  

     Sacrament of Reconciliation
     (JPII Library)

10:00 pm – 11:15 pm

Social  (Outside FFH and JCWC)

Everyone is welcome to attend. Please come fellowship and meet new friends! Cash bar and pizza will be available for purchase.

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Paco Galvielides

Since the time of his conversion to Catholicism in 1968, Paco Gavrilides has dedicated his life to serving Christ in the Church with a passion to share the Gospel. As a teacher, speaker, and evangelist, Paco has worked with many dioceses, movements, and individuals both nationally and internationally. He has been especially active in leadership formation, men’s ministry, family ministry, and evangelization among Hispanics and African Americans. Paco served the Church for over 10 years as Homiletics Instructor at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, Michigan, a post he has held since 2011. He received the equivalent of the STB at the Archdiocesan Seminary in Monterrey, Mexico, and completed his Licentiate Degree in the New Evangelization at Sacred Heart.

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Nathan Crankfield

Nathan Crankfield was born and raised in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He became the first Catholic in his entire family at the age of 13. After graduating from Mount St. Mary’s University, Nathan went on to become an infantry officer in the U.S. Army. During his four years of active duty service, Nathan graduated from Airborne School and Ranger School. He also served as a platoon leader on a combat deployment to Afghanistan. After the Army, Nathan began working in ministry for organizations such as Dynamic Catholic, Benedictine College, and Hallow. He is now the host of the “Seeking Excellence” podcast and lives in Denver with his wife, Emily, and their son, Jordan.

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John Paul Von Arx

John Paul Von Arx seeks to share his faith and love for country music in venues all across America and has been performing professionally for the last nine years. Since the release of his debut solo album in 2018, John Paul has been known for his advocacy work for people with Down Syndrome and their families. Additionally, in 2020 he was hired as coordinator of Worship at Franciscan University in order to mentor students in leading worship and to teach Intro to Music Ministry as an adjunct professor.

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Dave VanVickle

Dave VanVickle fell in love with the Lord at the age of 14 and has dedicated his life to bringing others into a radical relationship with Christ. He is a popular speaker and retreat leader who presents on topics related to spiritual warfare, the universal call to holiness, and authentic Catholic spirituality. He is a graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville and has years of experience assisting priests with their ministries of deliverance and exorcism. He is also co-host of the popular Ascension podcast “Every Knee Shall Bow.” Dave resides in Pittsburgh with his five children: Sam, Max, Judah, Josie, and Louisa.

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Bishop Joseph Espaillat

Bishop Joseph A. Espaillat is an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of New York. Growing up in Manhattan, he learned to speak three languages: English, Spanish, and Street. He loves ministering the sacraments: celebrating the holy sacrifice of the Mass, hearing confessions, and proclaiming the Word of God.  He loves working with youth and helping them encounter Christ.  Bishop J enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as playing softball, basketball, tennis and golf.  He also enjoys watching movies, writing poetry, and rapping.  Bishop J is also the founder of the ministry Messengers of Christ.

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Fr. Louis Merosne

Father Louis Merosne is madly in love with the Trinity, the Blessed Mother, and the Catholic Church. Born in Haiti, he moved to Boston in 1993. He studied at the Franciscan University (undergraduate French, philosophy, and theology from 2002 to 2005 and graduate theology and Christian ministry from 2005 to 2007). Ordained in 2011, he now serves in Haiti in the Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne under Bishop Pierre-André Dumas. Preaching the Good News of Jesus Christ is both a duty and passion for him. His perpetual prayer intention is to be a saintly priest.

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John Beaulieu

John Beaulieu has worked in the Christian Outreach Office of Franciscan University since 2003 and serves as the director of Evangelization and Engagement. A graduate of Franciscan University, John has served in ministry for over 30 years. He spent 2 years serving with NET and 19 years as a parish youth minister. A regular speaker at parish and diocesan events, John addresses topics such as Life in the Spirit, media and teen culture, and Catholic evangelization. John and his wife, Lisa, live in Steubenville with their five children.

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Pete Burak

Pete Burak is vice president of Renewal Ministries. He is a 2010 graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville and has a master’s degree in theology from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Pete is a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization, and he is the co-director of Pine Hills Boys Camp. He is a monthly columnist for Faith Magazine and the host of “The Hour” and “Spirit-Filled Leadership” podcasts. Pete and his wife, Cait, have four children.

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Friday

Stand in Victory

“But thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
1 Cor. 15:57

Conference Schedule:

  • All general sessions will be held in Finnegan Fieldhouse (FFH).
  • JCWC indicates J.C. Williams Center; CODA indicates SS. Cosmas and Damian.
  • All participant meals will be served inside and outside of Antonian Hall
    • For those without a meal plan, individual meals are available for purchase for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
      • Lunch (Saturday only) and dinners purchased outside of Antonian Hall: $10
      • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner purchased in Antonian Hall: $9.41, $12.55, and $15.69, respectively

Noon – 8:00 pm

Registration and Housing Check-in  (St. Joseph’s Center: Seminar Room)

3:00 pm

Doors Open  (FFH)

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Travelers’ Mass (FFH)  TOR

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm 

*NEW* Young Adult Social at Franciscan Square
(185 Franciscan Square – outdoor green space)

*Open to ages 18-30. Food and drinks available for purchase at the Harp and Habit

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Dinner  (Antonian Hall and JCWC Tent)

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Gathering Music (FFH) – JP Von Arx

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

EVENING SESSION

Praise and Worship/Prayer
Gathering Music (FFH) – JP Von Arx and Pete Burak

Keynote: “Choose This Day”
Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR

9:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Sacrament of Reconciliation  (JPII Library)

9:30 pm – 10:45 pm

Social  (Outside FFH and JCWC)

Everyone is welcome to attend. Please come fellowship and meet new friends! Cash bar and popcorn and snow cones will be available.

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Joel Stepanek

Joel Stepanek has been passionately involved in youth ministry for over 15 years and has traveled throughout the United States and world proclaiming the Gospel. He is the author of several books, including Beginning Well, Chasing Humility, and True North: A Roadmap for Discernment. Joel is an avid Packers fan and enjoys cooking, Spartan races, and reading. Most importantly, he loves spending time with his wife, Colleen, and three children, Elijah Daniel, Sophia Grace, and Micah James.

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Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, became president of Franciscan University of Steubenville in 2019. The well-known Catholic speaker and author received his bachelor’s from Franciscan University, then earned an MDiv, MA in theology, doctorate in education, and executive juris doctorate. A member of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular, Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, he was ordained a priest in 1996. He served in leadership positions at Franciscan University including as vice president for Mission and Planning. He also served as director of the TOR’s Post-Novitiate Formation and most recently directed the TOR’s evangelistic outreach Franciscan Pathways.

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Jackie Francois Angel

Jackie Francois Angel is a speaker, vlogger, worship leader, author, and homeschooling mom from Orange County, California. In 2013, Jackie married Bobby Angel, who shares her passion for Jesus, coffee, and superhero movies. Together they have written two books, including Pray, Decide, and Don’t Worry: 5 Steps to Discerning God’s Will (with Fr. Mike Schmitz). They reside in Texas with their five children.

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Shuttle Schedule

Shuttles are provided by the conference Transportation Team. They are located at the Transportation Tent in Rosary Circle, outside the J. C. Williams Center.

Shuttles are provided to various locations across campus. They are also provided to/from the following area hotels:

In Steubenville, OH:

Best Western Plus (Inn at Franciscan Square), Wingate by Wyndham, Sleep Inn & Suites

In Weirton, WV:

Holiday Inn, Comfort Inn, Fairfield Inn and Suites

Hotel shuttles will occur at the following times:

Opening day – 9:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (This time is also allotted for airport shuttles.)

Mid-conference – 6:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m.; 9:30 p.m. until midnight

Closing day – 6:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

For shuttles at any other time, please go to the Transportation Tent or call the Transportation Team at (740) 317-4340 .

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Guest Feedback Survey

Thank you for joining us!

We would love to hear about your experience and welcome feedback on how we can best serve you.

Look for an email from Steubenville Conferences with a link to fill out a survey!

 

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From the Steubenville Conferences Team

Dear Friend, 

We are so glad you chose to join us for a Steubenville Conference this summer! 

Since the very first priests’ conference at Franciscan University in 1975, the Steubenville Conferences have grown to provide spiritual renewal each year to tens of thousands of high school youth, young adults, catechists, religious educators, priests, deacons, seminarians, religious men and women, and laity. 

This summer alone, we are offering four adult and four youth conferences on Franciscan University’s campus, and 13 regional youth conferences across North America. The University continues to expand its outreach.  

On May 17, 2022, Franciscan Center for Evangelization & Renewal became the new location for the Catechetical Institute, the Catechetical Review, the School of Spiritual Direction, and Steubenville Conferences. The motto of Franciscan Center is, Afire with the Spirit to enkindle, accompany and transform. We are always led by the Holy Spirit in every outreach initiative. We endeavor to create the best environment to encounter Christ and nurture growth and accompaniment for each person on their faith journey. We also form and equip joyful disciples to share the Good News of Jesus Christ! 

We hope your time with us draws you closer to Jesus and to each other in community. Know that you are always in our prayers—during the conference and beyond! Thank you again for joining us. 

The Steubenville Conferences Office 

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HOW DO I BECOME AMBASSADOR?

To officially become a Steubenville Conference Ambassador, simply visit our website and click “ENROLL.”  

Next you will… 

  1. Pray that the Spirit moves in your heart and in the hearts of those he wants you to bring along to an encounter with him. 
  2. Promote, invite, and grow your group. 
  3. Register for the conference you plan to attend with your group.  

Learn More 

Enroll Today 

If you have any questions, you can contact us at ambassadors@franciscan.edu or 740-284-5398. 

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Adult Conferences

The Steubenville Conferences Office at Franciscan University offers five unique conference experiences for adults on our campus in Steubenville, Ohio. 

Every summer, thousands of Catholics make the pilgrimage to Franciscan University to have their faith renewed, their spirits refreshed, and to be equipped to live the faith and share it with others. Whether you are looking for encouragement in mission, Scripture study, catechesis, or spiritual renewal, we have a conference that will help you live the abundant life God wants for you. 

And in Summer 2024, you can pre-register for all 2025 adult conferences at a discounted rate! (Offer expires on September 1, 2024. No other early bird discounts will be available after.) 

Power and Purpose Conference: Discover and Deepen Your Life in the Spirit 

Priests, Deacons, Seminarians Retreat: Find Rest and Renewal in Christ 

St. John Bosco Conference: For Evangelization and Catechesis 

Applied Biblical Studies Conference: Experience Discipleship in Desert Times 

Defending the Faith Conference: Live the Gospel with Joy and Hope 

Learn More 

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Katie Prejean McGrady

Katie Prejean McGrady is an award-winning author of four books, international Catholic speaker, and host of The Katie McGrady Show on The Catholic Channel on Sirius XM. She writes for Blessed is She and LaCroix International and hosts the podcasts “Ave Explores” for Ave Maria Press, “Like a Mother” for Our Sunday Visitor, and “Family Mass Prep” on Hallow. Katie lives in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with her husband, Tommy, and her daughters, Rose and Clare.

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Hotel Information

Security

Life Teen Security will monitor the Gatlin Conference wing and patio. Youth leaving the area must be accompanied by a chaperone.

Pool

Life Teen will not monitor the pool area. Chaperones are expected to monitor their own groups. Swimsuit modesty policies are encouraged.

Luggage

Group leaders are responsible for check-in/out of their group’s hotel rooms and for arranging luggage storage, if necessary.

Lights out

Groups are expected to vacate the conference wing of the hotel at 10:45 pm each evening.

Groups are expected to return to their rooms by 11:30pm each evening out of respect for the other hotel guests.

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Breakfast

For groups that pre-ordered breakfast from the Rosen, sandwiches can be picked up Saturday & Sunday morning in Butler from 7:30-8:30 am.

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Clinic / Emergencies

Clinic
For all medical needs, please visit the Clinic located at the Guest Services / Registration Desk outside the main room.

Youth requiring medical attention must be accompanied by an adult.

Medication requiring refrigeration should be checked in with the clinic staff upon arrival.

The Clinic is open during all conference hours.

Emergencies
In case of an emergency, please contact Ann Sottile, 843-270-7489 and, if necessary, dial 911.

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Youth Minister Hospitality

Youth Minister Gathering

Youth ministers and group leaders are invited to come together for XLT / praise & worship at the Youth Minister Gathering in Gatlin B.

The gathering will be on Saturday from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.

Prayer ministers and coffee will be available.

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Buses / Parking

Parking is available in the surface lot in the front of the hotel.

Buses may drop off in front of the convention wing – follow appropriate signs.