Christ Our Life Catholic Conference 2026

A Weekend to Be Inspired, Renewed & Set on Fire for Christ!

What happens when thousands of Catholics come together to pray, celebrate the Sacraments, hear powerful witnesses, and grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus?

Christ Our Life!

The 2026 Christ Our Life Catholic Conference is coming to Casey’s Center in Des Moines on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27, and we invite our St. Thomas More community to experience this incredible weekend of faith. Christ Our Life began as a grassroots effort right here in Iowa and has grown into a biennial gathering designed to bring Catholics together to celebrate, explore, and be inspired in their faith.

✨ Something for Everyone

The weekend brings together nationally and internationally known Catholic speakers, inspiring music, prayer, Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, and opportunities to experience the beauty of our Catholic faith alongside thousands of others.

This year's lineup includes Chris Stefanick, Bishop Joseph Espaillat, Fr. David Michael Moses, Crystalina Evert, Fr. Robert Spitzer, Sr. Medhin Tesfay, Gabriel Castillo, Steve Angrisano, Bishop William Joensen, and others.

Whether you're looking for a spiritual recharge, wrestling with questions about faith, hoping to grow closer to Christ, or simply curious about what a weekend like this might offer—you are invited.

🙌 Teens & Young Adults — This Is for YOU, Too!

One of the highlights of this year's conference is a special High School & College Track on Saturday, featuring speakers and experiences created especially for young people.

And here's some great news: thanks to generous donors, admission is FREE for everyone age 23 and under!

The Saturday youth track includes Chris Stefanick, Crystalina Evert, Gabriel Castillo, Bishop Joseph Espaillat, Fr. David Michael Moses, Mary’s Meals, music, food, and more before everyone returns to the main conference.

❤️ Come and See What God Might Have Waiting for You

Sometimes we simply need to step away from the noise of everyday life and give God room to speak.

Christ Our Life is an opportunity to do just that—to encounter Christ through the Eucharist, prayer, inspiring witnesses, and a community of people seeking Him together.

Come with your family. Bring a friend. Invite a teenager or young adult. Come for the weekend and see where the Holy Spirit leads.

📅 September 26–27, 2026
📍 Casey’s Center | Des Moines, Iowa

For the complete schedule, speaker information, conference details, and more, visit the official Christ Our Life Catholic Conference website.

🎟️ Ready to Join Us?

Tickets are available now through the official Christ Our Life website. Remember, those age 23 and under can receive free admission.

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Believe. Live. Celebrate our faith—and come experience Christ Our Life!