A Renewed Hope Conference

A ‘Renewed Hope’ Conference 

38 Speakers ⋅ 15 minute talks ⋅ 9.5 hours of video ⋅ 100% Catholic

Catholics feel they can check out – because they don’t see the point in checking in! These speakers come together with excitement, passion, and hope to share their big, beautiful ideas, and why Catholicism makes life worth living! 

How it works

Many Catholics feel like being Catholic is optional.

We don’t engage because we’ve lost the plot, don’t know why it matters, and don’t know where it’s all going.

Watch dozens of key speakers giving short talks on amazing topics!

Find out why today is best time to be Catholic – ever!

Life worth Living

Being Catholic literally makes your life better, and more exciting. Learn how!

Be a magnetic Catholic

Find out how to be an irresistible Catholic, the kind of person everyone wants to be friends with.

Confidence about the truth

Meet incredible speakers, and discover why they love being Catholic!

Life Worth Living

Kate Capato

Kate Capato

Encounter the Divine through beauty

Beauty is speaking to us, what is it saying?! An introduction to why/how art and beauty reminds us who we are and our calling. Meet Kate ->

Sam Guzman

Sam Guzman

How Practicing Gratitude Can Change Your Life

We see what we are looking for, we get what we expect. We are naturally wired to see what is negative and wrong in the world. If we can re-train ourselves to see all as grace, all as gift, we can begin transforming the way we see the world, and this in turn will change how we live. Meet Sam->

Simon Carrington

Simon Carrington

How to Build Authentic Intimacy

For those struggling in their marriage, here are a few ways to renew your hope in having a thriving relationship! Meet Simon ->

Brenden Flynn

Brenden Flynn

Never give up

I never really practiced my Catholic Faith growing up. Then God woke me up: A fatal car accident left me in a coma, and the doctors wanted to euthanase me. But I survived. Today, I feel more than excited to be Catholic. I feel honored. I get to share the faith with people now! All because the Faith finally brought me back home. Meet Brenden ->

Taylor Schroll

Taylor Schroll

Making Catholicism Fun Again

Pope Francis wrote in Joy of the Gospel, “there are many Christians whose lives seem like Lent without Easter.” Too often, as Catholics, we forget that the Gospel message truly is good news! The power of the Resurrection is offered to us by Jesus. The good news should permeate our lives so we can be radiant in joy and share that with the world. Meet Taylor ->

Naomi Zepeda

Naomi Zepeda

We were not called to survive we were called to thrive!

Religious vocations get years of training. But what about us, the laity? In our own vocations, we need intentional and strategic formation just as much. Discover the 8 main arenas of a woman’s life, and transform your life. Imagine if women everywhere could dive deep into our feminine genius and make real progress toward our best selves! Meet Naomi ->

Monica McConkey

Monica McConkey

How to make personal prayer a constant habit!

Through personal stories, Monica shares practical tips for prayer. They can be easily customized to fit our busy lives, using visual cues, habits, daily tasks, thoughts, feelings, and even our struggles as Prompts to Pray. Meet Monica ->

Rachel Ullmann

Rachel Ullmann

Discover the gift only YOU can give!

Catholic women often feel trapped in a certain mold or concept of “vocation”. In honor of the Pope St. John Paul II’s 100th birthday on May 18th, let’s dive into the truth of the dignity and vocation of women at all stages and seasons of life. The complementarity of lay and religious women is critical to the life of the Church and to the overall happiness of women! Come discover the gift only YOU can give, because of the gift that YOU are. Meet Rachel ->

Maria Spears

Maria Spears

Discernment and Decision 101: Practical Ways to Know Where to Go in Life

Too often we can stay stuck in a ‘discernment/indecision’ mode. We’re afraid of making the wrong choice, or not doing God’s will. In this talk, you will learn 4 super practical questions to ask and 4 action steps to take so that you can live a life of more freedom and confidence! Meet Maria ->

Patrick Sullivan

Patrick Sullivan

Your Mission Field

In a time when many are retreating into themselves, our Lord, the Good Shepherd looks to his sheepdogs to step into the field and do what only they can do: sing. Now is the time to bring them home. Meet Patrick ->

Nicole Flynn

Nicole Flynn

Set the World on Fire

I have learned strength from my pain-filled past, insights from my faith journey, and my conversion to Catholicism brought me empowerment and home in the Church! Now I am ready to set this crazy world on fire! Meet Nicole ->

Dave DiNuzzo

Dave DiNuzzo

Catholicism Gives Us Purpose!

What do you see in your future? What truly ignites a fire in you? Think about your hopes and dreams, and try to find one reason why Catholicism will get in the way. You can’t! Catholicism gives us purpose! Meet Dave ->

Tony Vasinda

Tony Vasinda

Christendom is Dead. Long Live Christianity.

Tony Vasinda dives into the shifts in his own life that caused him to leave the comfortable safety of parish ministry and to step into a full time missional reality of simply loving God, and loving his neighbors. Through his story he will also parallel the transitions we are going through in the Church, why we are losing 56% or Millennials, and how you can save the Church and save souls by doing two simple things. Meet Tony ->

Karen Cruess, MA, LPC

Karen Cruess, MA, LPC

Rewriting Your Story with God

6 keys to begin living the life of joy and peace that God has planned for you “from the beginning”. If you are someone who is not thrilled with the story you have been living out of, this talk will give you keys to stepping into a new story of deeper, joy peace, and passion for living. Meet Karen ->

Anthony Digmann

Anthony Digmann

Why do we NEED Catholicism?

We all have essential human needs. Beyond survival, some needs resurface continually throughout life. We feel them most passionately at dark emotional moments, such as times of pain, evil, illness, and more. What these all shout out to us is our authentic NEED for Catholicism. Join us for the talk to discover why! Meet Anthony ->

Sam Halligan

Sam Halligan

3 Keys to Impacting The Next Generation

Everyone desires and hungers for adventure, it is innate to the human heart. However, people seek adventure in all certain ways, specifically the youth. Generation Z, the current generation of high schoolers seeks adventure in so many ways apart from God and it is leading to a Mass exodus. What if we as the Church could lead the charge in authenticity? I propose that this adventure worth living for is found in: 1. A relationship with God. 2. Living in their Identity as a Son or Daughter of God. and 3. Living out a mission that only they can do. Meet Sam ->

Be A Magnetic Catholic

Sr Nancy Usselmann, FSP

Sr Nancy Usselmann, FSP

Media Mindful Discipleship: Becoming Cultural Mystics

How can we integrate our faith within a media culture? By becoming mystics! Through theological reflection and critical engagement we can discover the needs of humanity present in the art of pop culture. To become inculturated evangelizers today, we are called to take a sacred look on what is expressed in the culture about humanity’s longing for that something more, for the supernatural, for God! Only then can we propose the true joy of the Gospel. Meet Sr. Nancy ->

Mikki Sciba

Mikki Sciba

The Role of Hope in being Catholic

In Pope Benedict VIX’s encyclical letter, Spe Salvi, he says that the one who has hope lives differently. During this talk I will go through some points found in Spe Salvi and how the virtue of hope transforms the way live. Meet Mikki ->

Elena Nuñez Murdock

Elena Nuñez Murdock

Put Out Into The Deep

Our society reflects the values of a highly secular and god-less culture. If we, Catholics, want to see change in our society we need bold action takers at the highest levels. In the corner office, in the boardroom, in media, and tech. Meet Elena ->

Catherine Zepeda

Catherine Zepeda

How to be a Gen Z superwoman in Catholic friendships

It is our desire to inspire in others the knowledge that a deep, meaningful friendship is possible. By learning what to avoid, we can find what to encourage in our interactions with others. Learning to hold each other accountable and lead each other closer to Christ is the kind of friendship we are called to emulate as Catholics. Meet Catherine ->

Rose Sweet

Rose Sweet

Love, Sex, and Liturgy

Union with Christ is the center of our faith, the purpose of life, the answer to the quest for happiness. But it can sound boring, churchy, even sterile. I share my story of the veil being lifted and being knocked on my feet with the glory of the Spousal Analogy. Meet Rose ->

Brice Sokolowski

Brice Sokolowski

How to fundraise the Catholic way

Learn how to fundraise the Catholic way. I’ve helped small, independent Catholic apostolates raise millions. Practical steps based on Catholic teaching and the Lives of the Saints on how you can attract more donors, raise more funds, and dramatically move your Catholic apostolate forward. Meet Brice ->

Donna A. Heckler

Donna A. Heckler

Radiance from the Inside Out

A radiant Catholic lets God shine through them; allowing his light to reach, touch and inspire others. What does it look like to Be Radiant? How can we radiate God’s light and love each day? Donna shares her compelling story of being very ill with cancer and learning to be radiant in every moment; drawing others to God in the process. Meet Donna ->

Sophia Latino

Sophia Latino

How to be a Gen Z superwoman in Catholic friendships

A young Catholic, Sophia Latino works to inspire young women to connect more authentically, to form faster friendships in Christ. She has volunteered for camps, pilgrimages, and retreats, and is heavily involved in her Youth Group and Choir. Meet Sophia ->
Kendra von Esh

Kendra von Esh

Find Something More

Kendra bought into what this world said would make her happy – money, prestige, power, pleasure and bought into the culture of ‘me’ … Then God found her and flipped her reality upside down and changed everything in her life. Meet Kendra ->

Allison Gingras

Allison Gingras

The Grace Trifecta

What excites me about the Catholic faith? The treasury of traditions and devotions! My faith was set ablaze when I realized God had provided us a very simple formula for growing in faith. I call it the Grace Trifecta – Prayer, Sacraments, and Scripture. Meet Allison ->

Special Guest: Alex Jones

Special Guest: Alex Jones

Catholic Meditation - The Path to a Life of Purpose and Peace

Alex was raised Catholic, but only because his mother “dragged” him to Sunday mas. Later, he fell completely away from the Church. Mid-career, he regularly turned to a secular meditation app. It was through contemplative prayer that Alex found his way back to God. Since 2018, he and the Hallow team, have dedicated themselves to making Catholic meditation available and accessible across the world. Meet Alex ->

Hallow is a Partner with this conference.

Carissa Douglas

Carissa Douglas

Rocking “Counter-Cultural”

13 kids, in love with putting the Vocation of married life and parenting first, saying “yes” even when it’s highly unpopular, and giving every gift back to God: in this talk, I’ll be sharing about my decision to live out our Catholic Faith fearlessly and unapologetically. Meet Carissa->
Madeleine Carrington

Madeleine Carrington

Discovering your call to Sanctity

The lives of the early Church martyrs are an incredible inspiration for young people. They’re the reason I’m on fire for my faith, and want to help ignite that fire in the hearts of as many people as I can. Meet Madeleine ->

Robert LeBlanc

Robert LeBlanc

I Want What You Have

A challenge to the audience to become ‘Magnetic Catholics’ themselves by living a faith that is authentic, in the here and now, and non-apologetic in a way that the Holy Spirit is personally calling them. So that others can say to them: “I want what you have!” Meet Robert ->

Partners

Interested in being a partner, and sponsoring this event? Send us a message today with your questions!

Prioritizing prayer as the central method of discernment has paid massive dividends in my life.

I (and we at Hallow) would love to help others do the same. This Conference has the chance to inspire a lot of people to start afresh their journey into Christ.

Allessandro DiSanto
CoFounder of Hallow

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Gift For conference attendees:

During the conference weekend, you’ll get a special gift: Start an extended, 3-month free trial of Hallow’s premium subscription option (newly subscribing members only).

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Parousia is excited to be involved in this important online event at a time when it’s not possible to host LIVE events at physical venues.

The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few. I encourage you to get involved for the sake of building up the kingdom of God.”


Charbel Raish
Founder of Parousia

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“Love the idea of bite-size ‘Catholic TED Talks.’ Can’t wait to hear from these speakers.”


JPCatholic.edu

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E-conferences for e-Catholics.

What a slick idea to get around all that plague razzmatazz!


Tom Gould
Tomics Comics

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A stronger understanding of our identity in Christ and our longing for Him will help us carry on in times of trial.

I think this conference has the ability to facilitate that understanding.


JW Beatovich
VIdeographer

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Conference Giveaway

Congrats to Fiona Carolan, from Australia!

From 281 entries, one lucky, random winner earned 1000 Passes for a parish, school, or institution of her choice. A $12,000 gift!

The passes were donated in her name, in honor of  St John Paul II’s 100 birthday anniversary on May 18th. 

Thanks to all who participated, and made this May 2020 conference event special!

Why people are excited to attend this conference:

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Kim

I am also to be able to catch various speakers on my schedule… love that they are short and quick as I can find 15 min here and there.

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Courtney

I am excited to see and learn what others have to share. We are in a beautiful time right now. In the midst of pain and chaos we gain beauty from ashes. We have the ability as the Church to rise to the occasion and point the world to Jesus. I am excited to have a front row seat.

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Helen

Like most people right now, finding a new way to grow in faith is important for our mental and spiritual health. While I’m eager to return to Mass and the sacraments, I’m so blessed to have the opportunity to participate in events like this one.

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Dayla

The ability to allow my faith to grow… from home… for free… after nearly 2 months at home with no mass, this is very timely!

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Gloria

I’m looking forward to renewing my Catholic spirituality and enthusiasm.

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Ellen

I truly love hearing Tony Vasinda speak. He’s made a huge impact on my spiritual life

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Rebecca

I want to know what others are thinking, what questions they’re asking, what matters to them. And I need their encouragement–especially during these grim times.

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Diane

I think of myself as a smart Catholic.

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Chris

The title ‘Renewed Hope’ made me excited to join and learn, especially coming off a high off the other conference to hear more from the speakers who spoke God’s Love through their words.

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Pressy

I have grown up in the Catholic faith and it is only now in my mid-life, am I drawing from the various resources available virtually, gems and treasures of the truth of the faith.

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Kathleen

So very hungry and it was free and I love learning! Thank you!

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Alcides

I love being Catholic, I truly love our faith because of Jesus… The people are hungry for teachings of the saints, of deep spiritual talks on the readings to make them alive so that when it’s time to receive Jesus in the Eucharist, it becomes true food true communion with Christ.

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Kemp

I’m really excited on how I can share my faith with others – especially to those who do not know Jesus yet or have misconceptions about our Catholic Faith. 

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Angie

I joined the conference so I could be in surrounded by other Catholics (even if only virtually) for the weekend. I need the fellowship, the unity, and I am always up for the knowledge.

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Laura

I am able to connect virtually with speakers that enhance my Catholic faith in a very special way. I realize that I am not alone in wanting to be an active Catholic in this secular world. 

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