Empowering Women Through Faith
Join Us at the Columbus Catholic Women's Conference 2027
Experience a day of inspiration, connection, and spiritual growth with thousands of women united in faith.
February 20, 2027 from 8 AM to 5 PM
Ohio State Fairgrounds – Ohio Agricultural Center
Registration opens November 1, 2026
2027 Theme: Abide in Me, and I in You
Meet Our Inspiring Speakers
Fr. Burke Masters
“The Baseball Priest”, Fr. Burke Masters has served as the Catholic chaplain for the Chicago Cubs since 2013, including being a part of the 2016 World Series Championship. In conjunction with Mike Sweeney, Kansas City Royals Hall of Famer, Fr. Burke started the Catholic Sports Camps in the Diocese of Joliet because of his passion to combine faith and sports. He also works closely with the John Paul II Healing Center and Dr. Bob Schuchts, giving retreats and conferences on healing.
Katie Hartfiel
Katie Hartfiel received her theology degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville and spent the following seven years serving as a youth minister in Houston. She now feels blessed to spend her days with her husband, Mark, and their four children, while still getting to travel to speak about Jesus. For more on Katie, her books, and your first chapters free, visit WomanInLove.org.
Fr. Louis Merosne
Fr. Louis Merosne, was born in Haiti and moved to the United States in 1993. After completing his theological studies at the Franciscan University of Steubenville (BA and MA). In 2011, Father Louis was ordained a priest in the Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne! Father continues to preach the Gospel and to serve the poor in Haiti and abroad. Currently, he is the pastor of the Cathedral of Saint Anne in his diocese, where he serves in different capacities. He founded Mission to The Beloved, a US not-for-profit organization with the mission of preaching the Gospel and serving the poor especially in Haiti. For more information on Father Louis and his mission, visit:missiontothebeloved.com
Katie Prejean McGrady
Katie has traveled around the world presenting to audiences of all ages. She’s entertained crowds of 60,000+, spoken in tiny hotel conference rooms with a few dozen folks, led parish missions, faculty retreats, youth conferences, moderated a live conversation with the Pope, and more.
From training sessions with educators, youth ministers, & parents to conferences with teenagers & young adults, to fundraising events, private gatherings, retreats, leadership camps, parish missions, and emceeing large and small events, Katie custom develops talks, presentations, and hosting to fit the needs of each event and group.
Sr. M. Karolyn Nunes
Sister M. Karolyn Nunes entered the Franciscan Sisters of the Martyr St. George in 2005. Since graduating from Franciscan University, the native of Rhode Island has worked in the field of catechetics and youth ministry in parishes and schools around the country. She loves to share the fullness of life and the merciful love of Christ with others and to help them to find the same in God’s incredible plan for their lives; this is her current apostolate as vocation director for her community.
Lauren Moore & The Catholic Music Initiative
Lauren Moore founded Catholic Music Initiative alongside her husband Dave. With a background in vocal performance from Texas A&M Corpus Christi and The University of Texas at Austin, Lauren has sung and directed in over a thousand recordings. Her unique crossover Soprano style blends opera, chant, and popular expressions, reflecting her commitment to orienting God’s people towards divine worship. Lauren currently contributes to CMI’s partnership with the Hallow app through her chant arrangements.
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Scholarships
Based on grant funding received from The Catholic Foundation and individual donations, we can offer partial (1/2 of the price) and full scholarships to attend the conference.
Sponsorships
None of this would be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Your gifts are vital to keep the registration fees low and to provide scholarships for those with financial need.
Blog
Get the latest information about the conference and speakers. You’ll also find special announcements here and articles on special topics by some of our friends.
Discover Our Mission
The Columbus Catholic Women’s Conference is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of women who come together to celebrate and deepen their Catholic faith. Our mission is to create a welcoming space where women can connect, learn, and grow spiritually, inspired by powerful speakers and meaningful worship. Every February, we gather to share our faith, support one another, and strengthen our commitment to living out the teachings of the Church in our daily lives.
Listen
Hosts Emily Jaminet and Michele Faehnle of the Columbus Catholic Women’s Conference interview inspirational Catholic leaders. Broadcast is a production of St. Gabriel Catholic Radio.
Conference Partners
St. Gabriel Catholic Radio
St. Gabriel Radio provides a live conference broadcast via their station AM820, their website stgabrielradio.com, or through their free app. They also provide promotional services and host a registration drive.
The Catholic Foundation
The Catholic Foundation, through a responsive grant, provides monies to remove barriers to attending the conference. The monies are used to help pay for translation services, parish bus reimbursements, and scholarships.
Conference photos courtesy of Christi McLean
Join Us at the 2027 Women's Conference!
Be part of an inspiring day filled with faith, fellowship, and empowerment. Connect with women from all walks of life and deepen your spiritual journey.