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What People Are Saying

The energy of all the teens was crazy awesome and inspiring. The speakers were funny and knowledgeable. The love of Chirst and the presense of the Holy Spirit was so evident there. » Read More
— Youth Minister
The talks were engaging, relevant, and my youth really enjoyed them. Steubenville is an example of what's right with the Church. The Sacraments are central and it really showed at this conference. » Read More
— Youth Minister
What I found to be the best part was the fact that the weekend wasn't just about God and me, but it was about God in everything I do. I came back home knowing there was a change in my heart. » Read More
— Teen
The speakers and workshops were great, but the best part of the trip was definitely adoration. The music was better than I expected; so much that I can't stop singing them. » Read More
— Teen
I loved everything about the conference, it was life changing, and it really was amazing. » Read More
— Teen
Once again I saw s break down their barriers and be open to Christ. I greatly appreciated the extra focus on confession throughout the weekend. Several of my teens were able to feel they have started on a new path. » Read More
— Youth Minister
I had an amazing experience with God and he completely changed my outlook on how I was living my life. I think adoration on Saturday night is the most beautiful and probably intense thing I have ever experienced. – I thought everything was amazing!! Bei » Read More
— Teen
This conference was AMAZING! It changed my life. The priests were awesome along with all of the leaders and entertainment. I especially enjoyed Eucharistic Adoration! It was so powerful and moving. I loved meeting new people from New York, Maryland, India » Read More
— Teen
I've never felt so close to God in my entire life! The music... was so fun to dance to and got you to think and really connect with God!! » Read More
— Teen
The best part of my weekend was definitely the Eucharistic Adoration. I loved seeing so many people being so moved by the Eucharist! It was a beautiful experience! » Read More
— Teen

Frequently Asked Questions

What are High School Youth Conferences?
These conferences are specialized to address the resources and needs of today’s Catholic youth, organized on a regional level. With an exciting lineup of speakers, musicians, and presenters, the High School Youth Conferences will challenge Catholic youth to stand firm in their faith, rely upon the awesome power of Jesus Christ who is their guide, friend, and Savior, and to show that faith to the world.

The Sacraments are the highlight of the weekend. Teens will join in two dynamic Eucharistic Liturgies during the weekend and will be given numerous opportunities to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. There are also powerful times of Eucharistic Exposition and Adoration. Many youth have come to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit through this weekend.

If your teens are beginning their walk with Christ, needing strength to continue the journey, or just ready to rejoice in the many blessings He has given, then this is the conference for you!

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What is Steubenville?

Most of us know the name "Steubenville" to refer to the summer conference our youth group goes to every year, but did you know the name comes from a city? The city of Steubenville, Ohio is on the Ohio River about 40 miles outside of Pittsburgh. Steubenville is also the home of Franciscan University of Steubenville which sponsors all of the youth conferences all over the North America. This is the place where the youth conferences began in 1976 through the leadership of Fr. Mike Scanlan, TOR.

Campus of Franciscan University of Steubenville

For a more complete history of Franciscan University of Steubenville, click here.

Franciscan University continues to host 4 youth conferences on its campus every summer. For more information on the youth conferences at main campus, click here.