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Knowledge of the truth of who God is and who we are provides the foundation for living authentically. We will focus on identity at the root. "Christ came not only to reveal God to man but man to himself." (Gaudieum et Spes) This truth will also help youth to understand true reality as opposed to the "virtual and idealistic reality" of the world.
The Steubenville Youth Conferences, an outreach of Franciscan University of Steubenville, are a series of 25 conferences across North America that help teens encounter the love of Christ every summer. Our mission is to build the Church by evangelizing, equipping, and empowering God’s children to become radical and joyful disciples. For more information about the Steubenville Conferences, visit steubenvilleconferences.com.
PRIEST REGISTRATION - Now Open
Priest Costs:
There is no cost for priests if you help serve the youth throughout the conference.
Priest Lodging:
Complimentary if you hear early morning or late evening confessions. Housing needs are asked on the registration form and the Steubenville Florida Conference Office will make the necessary housing request for you.
Priest Service Opportunities:
Minimum of three confession times (In the past years youth have been turned away from the Sacrament of Reconciliation due to the lack of priest availability. We thank you for your priestly vocation.)
Vocation Table:
We welcome you to promote your religious community/order with the youth at the conference. If you are in need of a vocation table please indicate so on your registration form. Only one table will be provided per religious community/order.
Cancelation Policy:
If for any reason you are unable to attend the conference you must contact the Steubenville Florida Conference Office at 855-446-5261 or info@steubenvilleflorida.com 5 days prior to arrival. Failure to cancel 5 days prior to arrival the priest will be responsible for the full housing costs of $149 per night.
DEACON REGISTRATION - Now Open
Deacon Costs:
There is no cost for deacons if you have serve the youth throughout the conference.
Deacon Lodging:
Complimentary if you help assist the seminarians with early morning or late evening confessional lines. Housing needs are asked on the registration form and the Steubenville Florida Conference Office will make the necessary housing request for you.
Deacon Service Opportunities:
Help assist the Prayer Ministers with prayer when necessary.
Help with the confessional line a minimum of 3 confessions times.
Speak to the youth about vocations.
Assist with Mass and/or Adoration if needed.
Vocation Table:
We welcome you to promote your religious community/order with the youth at the conference. If you are in need of a vocation table please indicate so on your registration form. Only one table will be provided per religious community/order.
Cancelation Policy:
If for any reason you are unable to attend the conference you must contact the Steubenville Florida Conference Office at 855-446-5261 or info@steubenvilleflorida.com 5 days prior to arrival. Failure to cancel 5 days prior to arrival the deacon will be responsible for the full housing costs of $149 per night.
SEMINARIAN REGISTRATION - Now Open
Seminarian Costs:
There is no cost for seminarians if you help serve the youth throughout the conference. If you are attending with a youth group and acting as a chaperone you will register as a chaperone ($185) with the link provided from the group leader.
Seminarian Lodging:
$149 per night/per room, plus tax, breakfast included at the Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando (Complimentary Self-Parking)
Seminarian Service Opportunities:
Help assist the Prayer Ministers with prayer when necessary.
Help with the confessional line a minimum of 3 confessions times.
Speak to the youth about vocations.
Serve at Mass and/or Adoration if needed.
Vocation Table:
We welcome you to promote your religious community/order with the youth at the conference. If you are in need of a vocation table please indicate so on your registration form. Only one table will be provided per religious community/order.
RELIGIOUS BROTHERS AND SISTERS - Now Open
Religious Brothers and Sisters Costs:
There is no cost for Religious Brothers or Sisters if you help serve the youth throughout the conference.
Religious Brothers and Sisters Lodging:
One complimentary hotel room will be provided per community/order. Housing needs are asked on the registration form and the Steubenville Florida Conference Office will make the necessary housing request for you.
If additional hotel rooms are needed the cost is $149 per night/per room, plus tax. Breakfast is included at the Rosen Shingle Creel, Orlando.
Religious Brothers and Sisters Service Opportunities:
Help assist the Prayer Ministers with prayer when necessary.
Help assist with Perpetual Adoration in the Chapel.
Speak to the youth about vocations.
Vocation Table:
We welcome you to promote your religious community/order with the youth at the conference. If you are in need of a vocation table please indicate so on your registration form. Only one table will be provided per religious community/order.
Cancelation Policy:
If for any reason you are unable to attend the conference you must contact the Steubenville Florida Conference Office at 855-446-5261 or info@steubenvilleflorida.com 5 days prior to arrival. Failure to cancel 5 days prior to arrival the religious brother or sister will be responsible for the full housing costs of $149 per night.
9939 Universal Blvd. - Orlando, Florida 32819
$149 per night/per room (room holds up to 4 people) plus tax, no resort fee, breakfast included per person
$9 per night additional for parking bus and/or car
All meals are served buffet style in the air conditioned ballroom with plenty of seating for everyone.
Reservation instructions will be provided in your confirmation email after you have registered online.
Steve Angrisano has shared his music and message with thousands of people with his unique blend of laughter, song, story, and often hilarious audience interaction. He has been featured at major conferences and events around the world, including the National Catholic Youth Conference, the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, and World Youth Day. Steve has been a musician, music director, and youth minister for more than a decade. His latest album, A New Day, was released in October of 2013. Steve isn’t just a performer, though. What he shares, both in story and song, is a witness to the love and life of Jesus. Steve lives in Texas with his wife, Jenni, and their three children. See more
Josh Blakesley’s mission is to make music that moves people into prayer and action. He began leading worship 15+ years ago and isn’t slowing down anytime soon. He just released a new mass setting called Mass of Restoration, which he leads at any Steubenville Conference of which he is a part. Josh travels with his band around the country at least 80 dates a year. He also serves as the Associate Music Director at his home parish in Central Louisiana, where he lives with his wife Heather and two children, Sophie and Sutty. See more
Father José Robles-Sánchez is the Pastor of St. Mary’s Assumption Catholic Church in Cottonport, Louisiana and is also the Director of Steubenville South. For over 18 years with the Steubenville Conferences and over ten years with Lifeteen Camps, he has devoted himself to providing young people with opportunities to find a true and endless life embedded in the Eucharist, which is the center of life for the Church, and absolutely must be the center of life for the youth. He loves challenging young people to have a better commitment with Christ and the Church, as this will help them live their call to holiness in their own culture and their own lives. See more
Lisa Cotter has spoken nationwide on the topics of dating, chastity, virtue, and femininity. Since 2007 she and her husband Kevin have been serving university students as missionaries with FOCUS. While balancing sound theology with humor, practical insights, and personal stories, Lisa inspires audiences of all ages. Her work has been featured by numerous outlets including EWTN, Lighthouse Catholic Media, SEEK, YDisciple, Chastity Project, and the FOCUS blog. She is a graduate of Benedictine College, where she earned degrees in Theology and Youth Ministry. When Lisa is not speaking or working on her first book, she is busy playing with her three young children, running, and trying to avoid laundry. For more about Lisa’s ministry, visit her at foucs.org/lisa. See more
Sean Forrest is an international speaker, performing artist, author, radio host, and retreat leader who speaks to over 30,000 youth and families annually. He is the recipient of the “Of God and Youth Award,” and the United Catholic Music and Video Association’s award for Best New Artist. He has appeared on EWTN’s Life on the Rock and in a music special with singer Dana. Sean is currently studying theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary where he is also an instructor. Sean is the founder, president, and executive director of Movin’ With The Spirit, Inc., a not-for-profit Catholic ministry dedicated to renewing the Church and society. Sean, his wife, Julie, and their three children, live in Connecticut. See more
Dan Harms is a speaker and musician; for over ten years he has been one half of the acoustic-humor ministry Popple. Growing up in a military family, Dan moved all over the U.S. and twice lived in Japan. He went to high school in San Diego, CA and attended Purdue University in Indiana for college. Dan currently resides in Richmond, VA with his wife and young son. In addition to music and speaking ministries, Dan directs Youth Ministry for a parish in Richmond and enjoys photography, traveling and bike rides with his family. See more
See what people are saying about the Steubenville Florida experience!
"They bonded as a group and have taken on the responsibility of welcoming new teens and trying to draw in teens that tend to remain in the background. They have stepped up and come up with ideas to incorporate in our youth ministry."
"They were just shining love and so focused on the other kids. Both were able to lead small group discussions and spent some one on one time with some of our group members."
"Before the LEAD week it was always weird trying to tell someone about the faith and how God works. But through the experience with giving my testimony I realized one of the most powerful things I can do is merely tell people of how He's worked in my own life!"
"I wasn't unwilling to be a witness, it was that there was always this fear of rejection that would hold me back. But one of the most beautiful things about LEAD is that it dispels the fear and empowers you to be that witness to others."
Venue Address:
9939 Universal Blvd. - Orlando, Florida 32819
Office Address:
4521 PGA Boulevard #173, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
info@steubenvilleflorida.com
855-446-5261
Fax: 855-446-5261