Father Robert Spitzer
Scientist and host of EWTN TV’s“Father Spitzer’s Universe” shares compelling research he has gleaned from studying over 1,500 near death experiences.
Bishop Joseph Espaillat
Known as the beloved rapper priest from the Bronx, the youngest bishop in America challenges and awakens deeper faith in youth and adults alike.
Sister Medhin
Sister Medhin works with Mary’s Meals in Tigray, Ethiopia, tirelessly providing daily school meals in a region of Africa devastated by civil war and drought.
Chris Stefanic
Known internationally as an acclaimed speaker, author, TV host, radio personality and Founder of Real Life Catholic, Chris inspires love and respect for the family.
Bishop William Joensen
The bishop of the Des Moines Diocese is recognized and esteemed not only for his intellect and wisdom, but for his warmth as a spiritual leader.
Gabriel Castillo
Host of the podcast,“Children of Mary,” passionate author of “The Power of the Rosary,”this evangelist initiated True Faith TV, reaching many millions.
Crystalina Evert
Founder of Women Made New Ministries, Crystalina has spoken to over one million people about the virtue of chastity, healing and God’s perfect plan for human sexuality.
Charbel Raish
Experiencing a dramatic encounter with Christ led to this Catholic’s dramatic story, “How Islam Led Me Back to Christ,” as well as the founding of Parousia Media.
Steve Agrisano
A music missionary…musician, storyteller, composer and speaker, leads thousands daily in the Divine Mercy Chaplet online and again inspires our faith at COL.
Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow
As the founder and CEO of Mary’s Meals, Magnus’ organization is proud to now feed over 43million hungry children and sustain children’s lives in 16 countries.
Rave Reviews For COL2024
“This was the most faith-filled, joy-filled experience of my life. To be with thousands of other like-hearted individuals was truly uplifting. I want this conference in every city and community. We need that in our world right now.”
A fantastic experience. Having this caliber of event right here in the middle of the county is almost unbelievable. Especially enjoyed the heartfelt sharing by the technical coordinator (Rob?) . As a former broadcast professional, I know what an effort he puts forth to keep everything running smoothly. Thanks to all the event board, sponsors, and the army of volunteers you assembled to host us last weekend.
I attended Christ Our Life for the first time in 2022. I felt like it changed my life and set my heart on fire for Jesus. The last 2 years I have spent every day praying and praising the Lord. I feel filled with the power of the Holy Spirit and has given me strength that I did not know I had. I organized a fundraiser for Mary’s Meal’s, organized my first trip to NCYC taking 26 people from my parish, booked a charter bus to bring 27 people to COL this year, and the list goes on. COL lit a fire in me and I want to share it with the world! Thank you, Ellen and Marilyn, for your vision in starting and continuing this wonderful blessing!
This weekend exceeded my by far! I was only interested in attending to bring my teens to the Teen Track. I wasn’t expecting such a beautiful and fruitful faith experience for myself! Thank you!!! This is comparable to NCYC (we attended in Indianapolis in Nov. 2023), where we paid $800 and didn’t have nearly the personal and inviting experience that we experienced here at Christ Our Life. The “hype” of NCYC was not appreciated by my teen. This was such a better fit — we got to experience Steve & Sr. Josephine on another level here than the experience we had at NCYC. Thank you, thank you!
Next COL Conference
September 26 – 27, 2026
The Eucharist is the source
and summit of Christianity!
JESUS is Lord.
We don’t have to fear the devil.
The family is the door through which Christ can walk to perpetuate his love in the world.
Bishop Joensen says we need to be fearless
in spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.