Eastern and Western Churches forming young people as disciples of Christ
Echoes East and West: Listen, Teach, Send
Rooted in the pastoral vision of the USCCB Framework for Ministries with Youth and with Young Adults: Listen, Teach, Send, this weekend retreat gathers members of the Eastern and Western Catholic Churches ministering to young people and families for a time of prayer, reflection, and shared mission rooted in Christ. Through keynote talks, the celebration of the Divine Liturgy, communal prayer, and opportunities for fellowship, participants will encounter the beauty of the Church’s diverse traditions while deepening their commitment to Christ’s call for their lives. By actively listening to one another, receiving the wisdom of the Church, and strengthening bonds of community, this retreat seeks to renew participants to be sent forth as joyful witnesses of the Gospel. All those serving in the church's ministries as youth ministers, young adult ministers, catechists, pastors, family life directors, coaches, campus ministers, scout leaders, and parents are invited to attend.
Who is this conference for?
- Ministers working with Youth & Young Adults
- Campus Ministers
- Catechists
- Priests, seminarians, and religious
- Ministry leaders who seek to engage young people, families, and parents
To read/download the Listen, Teach, Send: A National Pastoral Framework for Ministries with Youth and Young Adults: ENGLISH | SPANISH
- You do not need to read Listen, Teach, Send in advance to participate in the conference, but it is encouraged
CONFERENCE DETAILS:
DATES:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Beginning on May 22 (Friday) at 4:30 pm with Welcome & Check-in, followed by the 6:30 pm Divine Liturgy (Maronite) at St. Sharbel Spirituality Center, and Dinner Buffet and Social.
- Continues May 23 (Saturday) at 9:00 am with Morning Prayer (Ruthenian) and Sessions on Listening and Teaching, with interactive small-group discussions. In the afternoon, visiting St. Anthony's chapel, followed by dinner and bowling.
- May 24 (Sunday) at 9:00 am: Session on Sending, and the conference concludes with the Divine Liturgy (Maronite) at 11:00 am.
For the full CONFERENCE SCHEDULE, click here
LOCATION:
Our Lady of Victory Maronite Catholic Church, PITTSBURGH, PA
1000 Tropical Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15216
CONFERENCE FEE:
$50 per person
- Includes materials, snacks, meals (Friday dinner, Saturday lunch & dinner), a tour of St. Anthony's Chapel, and bowling
Payment Instructions:
- Payments can be submitted online at the end of the registration form.
Recommended Hotels (for out-of-town attendees):
- Comfort Inn and Suites Pittsburgh South - website
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Days Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh – website
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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Pittsburgh West – website
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Hampton Inn Pittsburgh/Greentree – website
To REGISTER, please fill in the form below. The registration deadline: May 15, 2026