Friday, June 23, 2023
Pilgrim Center of Hope warmly invites you to this unique event. Whatever your state in life, you are welcome to this day of prayer, learning, fellowship, and laughter.
Come join us and learn about God’s calling for us as we age; discover a message of joy and hope!
All are welcome…
- Seniors
- Family & Friends
- Caretakers
- Anyone interested, at any age
Scroll below for more details and registration information.
Location
St. Luke Catholic Church & School
4603 Manitou, San Antonio, TX 78228
Schedule & Speakers
| 8:00 AM | Welcome & Introduction (Church) |
| 8:30 AM | Mass with Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, MSpS |
| 9:30 AM | Coffee & Taco Break (Cafeteria) |
| 10:00 AM | Presentation – Victor Negron The Eucharistic Lord: Seeing with Eyes of Love |
| 10:45 AM | Break |
| 11:00 AM | Presentation – Fr. Gregory Ross, O.C.D. On Surrender and Hope |
| 11:45 AM | Resources & Break |
| 12:20 PM | Rosary with Meditations for Healing |
| 1:00 PM | Final Remarks & Departure |
Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, MSpS
Many times, the Archbishop has exhorted senior citizens; "The Church needs you!" Because of their great wisdom and the strength of their prayers and testimony, seniors are important to the Church. This conference is organized at the request and encouragement of the shepherd of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio, our Archbishop, out of his great concern for senior citizens to be encouraged. He looks forward to celebrating Friday morning Mass during the event.
Fr. Gregory Ross, OCD
Fr. Gregory Ross, OCD is a friar of the Order of Discalced Carmelites. He serves as pastor and rector at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower as well as overseeing Little Flower School in San Antonio.
Previously, he was associate professor of dogmatic theology at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans.
Victor Negron
Victor Negron is a husband, father, grandfather, practicing lawyer, former judge,past-President of the San Antonio Catholic Lawyers Guild, lay evangelist, and Board Member of Pilgrim Center of Hope. For decades, he has advocated for adoration of the Holy Eucharist in San Antonio and beyond.
TJ Dolotina
Music will be provided by TJ Dolotina, who croons to the classics. Since recovering from throat cancer, his thirty years of experience as a performer have proven to be a gift. Enjoy a smile and a ‘pep in your step’ thanks to TJ’s musical talents at the conference!
Mary Jane Fox
Mary Jane Fox is co-founder and co-director of Pilgrim Center of Hope, having served in ministry for over 30 years after a profound conversion. She will serve as emcee for this event, leading participants into an outlook of hope!
Registration
Includes
- Conference admission and attendee packet
- (2) breakfast tacos, coffee, bottled water
Prices
- Individual – $25
- Clergy / Religious – No charge. Please pre-register.
Registration not final until payment is received.
Please Note
- Please pre-register as early as possible to assist us with preparations and food/beverage count.
- Deadline to pre-register: June 19, 2023. After June 19, please register at the event.
- Scholarships are available; do not let the cost prohibit your participation! Call us for details: 210-521-3377.
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REFUND POLICY: No Refunds, however, you may transfer your registration to another person. Please notify our office.
Support This Mission for Seniors
Please Thank Our Sponsors
We need assistance with the next conference!
Advertising | Sponsorship
Please email us with your interest:
Ann Gonsalves, Development Coordinator
ann@pilgrimcenterofhope.org
Tributes & Memorials Supporting This Event
In Memory of Benjamin Gonzalez, Jr.
Attendee Testimonies
Question: “Did you discover something you weren’t aware of, about how the Catholic Church views the elderly, senior citizens?”
History
Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, inspired by the courageous and dignified retirement of Pope Benedict XVI, called on the Pilgrim Center of Hope in 2013 to organize a Catholic Seniors’ Conference for the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
On April 5, 2014, over 320 men and women staff and attendees helped make the first annual Catholic Seniors’ Conference a wonderful start!
This conference continues to shed light on the Church’s high regard for seniors, educating them about their unique dignity as sons and daughters of God, encouraging them to know and love God, and inspiring them to use their gifts for the transformation of family and society.
From the 2019 Conference
Presentation – Fr. Patrick Martin: God Redeems It All
Presentation – Jeannette Santos, LPC: God Is Close to Us
From the 2018 Conference
Presentation – Susan Muto: Little Ways to Transform Your Heart
Presentation – Mary Jane Fox: Prayer Intercessors – Living As Missionary Disciples As We Are
From the 2017 Conference
Presentation – Lisa Mladinich: Finding Grace In the Second Half of Life
Presentation – Deacon Tom Fox: Spreading the Message of Hope!
From the 2016 Conference
Presentation – Fr. Servando Guerrero-Ponce: Life’s Journey to Our Heavenly Father!
From the 2015 Conference
The 2015 Catholic Seniors’ Conference was wonderful! We hosted 315 seniors, thanks to our sponsors and volunteers. Participants enjoyed speakers Fr. Charlie Banks, OMI, and Dr. Margarett Schlientz, who also gave a Q&A session on topics such as prayer and the Holy Spirit. Archbishop Gustavo’s message during Mass to participants was, “I NEED YOU! […] I NEED YOUR PRAYERS!” He entrusted participants with the mission of praying for prayerful priests in the Archdiocese.
It was a joy to see so many gathered to seek spiritual growth and be open to the challenging messages presented. Thank you for your prayers!
From the 2014 Conference
The two 2014 keynote presentations are available on DVD for a suggested donation of $15. Please call us to order yours: 210-521-3377
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