National Catholic Leadership 2026 at Lewis University, Illinois
an intensive formation experience for leaders, pastoral agents, and young people committed to the mission of evangelization
National Catholic Leadership Program 2026
The National Catholic Leadership Program, organized by Instituto Fe y Vida, is an annual pastoral formation gathering that brings together leaders, young people, advisors, and pastoral agents from diverse communities to deepen their evangelizing mission.
During a week of intensive formation, participants engage in spiritual growth, theological reflection, and leadership development within a university setting, fostering community and strengthening their capacity to serve the Church.
Program date:
June 21-27, 2026
Location:
Lewis University – Romeoville, Illinois, United States
Youth Leadership, Counselors, and Pastoral Agents
Who is this program for?
The formation process, presentations, and most of the program’s resources are conducted are primarily conducted in Spanish. However, programs identified as bilingual offer materials and resources in both Spanish and English, allowing participants to express themselves in either language.
The program will begin on Sunday, June 21, with participant registration on the university campus from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The activities will conclude on Saturday, June 27 at 12:00 pm with the closing ceremony.
Event location
The program will take place at Lewis University, located in Romeoville, Illinois, in a university environment ideal for learning, fellowship, and spiritual formation.
Airports
O’Hare International Airport: 35 miles
Midway International Airport: 26 miles
Transportation via using Uber or Lyft is recommended to get to campus.
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General information
Julia Vazquez
Registration
Leonardo Mongui