16TH ANNUAL
Syracuse Catholic Women's Conference
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
Syracuse, New York
Make Me an Instrument
of Your Peace.
JUBILEE YEAR OF ST. FRANCIS
A Day of Faith, Renewal & Inspiration
On October 24, 2026, approximately 800 women from across the Diocese of Syracuse gathered for the 16th Annual Syracuse Catholic Women's Conference. Inspired by the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, “Make me an instrument of your peace,” the day offered opportunities for prayer, reflection, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.
Through the celebration of Holy Mass, inspiring speakers, music, and the sacraments, women came together to deepen their relationship with Christ and encourage one another in living their Catholic faith.
Worship
The day began with Eucharistic Adoration and Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Douglas Lucia at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, followed by a Rosary Procession. Attendees also had opportunities to venerate sacred relics, including those of St. Bernadette and St. Francis of Assisi.
Inspiring Speakers
Catholic speakers shared messages of faith, forgiveness, peace, and spiritual renewal, encouraging women to deepen their relationship with Christ and carry the day's lessons into their daily lives.
Prayers & Sacraments
Throughout the conference, women had opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and personal prayer.
Catholic Community
Women from across the Diocese of Syracuse gathered in friendship and faith, strengthening the connections that make the annual conference a meaningful experience.