Called and Courageous Women’s Conference
Living with Purpose and Understanding Our Worth
What is holding you back from trusting God more deeply?
Life is full of highs and lows—and sometimes it’s hard to recognize where God is in the middle of it all. At this conference, you’re invited to encounter Him in the real, messy, beautiful moments of everyday life.
Through inspiring talks and meaningful reflection, you’ll explore how your emotions shape your spiritual life and learn to challenge the lies that lead to self-doubt, comparison, and discouragement. You’ll walk away with practical tools to recognize God’s presence, deepen your prayer life, and live with greater confidence in your identity as His beloved daughter.
Join women from across the diocese for a day of renewal, encouragement, and connection. Discover your God-given worth—and step boldly into a life of freedom, courage, and purpose.
No matter your season of life—single, married, divorced, widowed, young adult, or retired—you belong here.
Event Details
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Christ the King Parish Center
1930 Barberry Drive
Springfield, IL 62704
Women ages 18+
Cost: $30
Registration Deadline: October 1
Register HERE
Questions? Contact Gracie at 217-321-1124 or [email protected]
Featured Speaker
Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett
Catholic author, speaker, and podcast host, Dr. Hackett integrates the richness of the Catholic faith with insights from developmental psychology to help women discover their true identity and purpose.
With a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, she speaks nationally on spiritual identity, discernment, and living as beloved daughters of God. She is the author of Daughter by Design and co-author of Discernment of Spirits for Beginners, equipping women to hear God’s voice and navigate everyday spiritual challenges. She also hosts the Parenting Smarts podcast.
A wife and mother of four, Dr. Hackett brings warmth, wisdom, and practical insight drawn from both her professional work and her lived experience of faith.
Conference Schedule
9:00 am – Mass
9:30 am – Sign-in (coffee, pastries, fruit)
10:00 am – Talk 1
10:45 am – Reflection
11:00 am – Talk 2
11:45 am – Reflection
12:00 pm – Lunch (provided by Café Moxo; choose from 6 options)
1:00 pm – Talk 3
2:00 pm – Small Group Discussion
2:30 pm – Large Group Q&A
3:00–4:00 pm – Adoration (Confession available)
Optional: 4:30 pm Vigil Mass at the parish