Charlotte Eucharistic Congress

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September 5 - 6, 2025

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Longing for joy and connection?

Come be nourished in a welcoming community of people just like you.

Be inspired by our new Bishop Michael Martin and
walk with Jesus in one of the nation’s largest Eucharistic processions.

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Drop in for an hour or come both days – it’s totally free and flexible!

2025 Lineup

Bishop Michael Martin
Matt Maher
The Vigil Project
Paula Umaña
Chris Stefanick
Fr. John Riccardo
Fr. Pedro Mancheño Muñoz

Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv.

Duc In Altum – Put Out Into the Deep

Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv., was ordained the fifth bishop of the Charlotte diocese in May 2024. With an extensive background in education and ministry – including as a teacher, coach and principal – he has held a number of leadership positions in the Church, particularly in Catholic secondary education, youth ministry and campus ministry. His episcopal motto is “Duc In Altum” (“Put Out Into the Deep”), a call for all people, and especially young people, to become disciples of Jesus and help build His Kingdom here in our own communities.

https://charlottediocese.org/about/bishop-michael-martin

Matt Maher

One of the most popular artists and songwriters in Christian music today.

Matt Maher is a nine-time Grammy Award nominee and three-time GMA Dove Award winner with six No. 1 radio singles and over 600,000 albums sold. He has written and recorded hits including “Lord, I Need You,” “Because He Lives (Amen),” “Alive & Breathing,” “Hold Us Together,” “Christ Is Risen,” “All The People Said Amen,” and “Your Grace Is Enough.”

He has headlined tours and major faith events since 2004, including World Youth Day in Rio with Pope Francis in 2013, where he performed before an estimated crowd of 4 million. He performed for Pope Francis again at the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia in 2015.

Maher has also penned songs recorded by Crowder, Hillsong, Casting Crowns, Chris Tomlin, We Are Messengers, Chris Renzema, Mack Brock, Brandon Lake and Passion. He’s toured with MercyMe, Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, and appeared on Worship Night in America, The Road Show, and Hits Deep. His 10 studio albums include the 2017 GRAMMY-nominated album Echoes. 

https://www.mattmahermusic.com

The Vigil Project

When man comes into contact with God, mere speech isn’t enough.

To live the Catholic faith is to live on a journey of devotion. The Vigil Project’s mission is to help expand the conversation around Catholic music to extend beyond the Mass into the day-to-day life of faith. The Vigil Project does this through creative music projects, musician and parish formation, and live events.

Their latest release is True Presence, a full-length album focusing on the Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. The album features six original songs and four new arrangements of familiar Eucharistic hymns. True Presence also serves as The Vigil Project’s debut album for some incredible new artists on the team: Corrie Marie, Sophie Salopek, Andrew Ferguson and Hannah Shea are all featured alongside some of the familiar faces and voices of The Vigil Project.

https://www.thevigilproject.com

Paula Umaña

Former athlete, wife, mother and businesswoman who has redefined what it means to be paralyzed.

Paula Umaña is a former professional tennis player, a Catholic mother of five, and wife to Dr. Serge Sautré, a chiropractor. After her fifth child was born, she suddenly became sick due to a nervous system disorder called CIDP that left her paralyzed as a quadriplegic.

Her faith became her strength. After hundreds of prayers and extensive medical treatment, Paula was able to start moving again thanks to her faith, joy from the Holy Spirit and courage. She progressed from her bed to a wheelchair, then to a walker, and is now able to walk with the help of miraculous leg devices. She attributes her progress to the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes, and today she shares her story with audiences all over the world. She has been featured on various TV shows including news at Univision, Bookmark, Nuestra Fe En Vivo and At Home with Jim and Joy on EWTN.​ Her life story will inspire you to laugh, to cry, and to be driven to make changes in your own life. 

https://www.paulaspeaker.com

Chris Stefanick

Internationally acclaimed author, speaker and TV host who has devoted his life to sharing the love of Jesus, and helping others do the same.

Chris Stefanick’s live seminars, TV, radio and video ministry have reached millions, and his educational initiatives are turning the tide in the Church. He authored a confirmation prep program that’s been used by over a million people, the popular SEARCH program and most recently released another bestseller, Living Joy.

He is a recipient of the Papal Benemerenti Medal which was previously given by the pope for military valor, but today is given for achievement in ministry. A graduate of the Franciscan University of Steubenville, he is also the founder and president of Real Life Catholic, a non-profit organization that makes his initiatives for renewal a reality.

Above all, he’s proud to be husband to Natalie and father to their six children, and a grandfather of four.

https://reallifecatholic.com

Fr. John Riccardo and ACTS XXIX – Mobilizing for Mission

We are missionaries of hope called by God to renew and transform the Church.

Fr. John Riccardo is a priest, author, syndicated radio host and executive director of ACTS XXIX, a Detroit-based Catholic apostolate. Ordained for the Archdiocese of Detroit in 1996, he has degrees from the University of Michigan, the Gregorian University in Rome and the Pope John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family in Washington, D.C. 

After more than 20 years in parish ministry, he founded ACTS XXIX, a non-profit Catholic apostolate whose mission is to renew and transform the Church by unleashing the power of the Gospel, equipping ordained and lay leaders, and mobilizing the Church for mission.

https://www.actsxxix.org

Fr. Pedro Mancheño Muñoz

Christ lives and walks with us!

Fr. Pedro Mancheño Muñoz was born into a Catholic family in 1974 in Toledo, Spain, the youngest of four siblings. He was educated by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, also known as the De La Salle Christian Brothers (or simply Christian Brothers). After discerning a priestly vocation, he entered the Minor Seminary of Santa Maria de Altagracia in Mora de Toledo. He completed his studies at the Major Seminary of San Ildefonso and was ordained a priest in 1999. Over his years of priestly ministry, he has served in several parishes and taught religion and morality at secondary schools. He also earned a master’s degree in bioethics with the Jerome Lajane Foundation. In 2022, he was appointed episcopal delegate for Pilgrimages and Religious Tourism for the Archdiocese of Toledo. He has accompanied groups to the Holy Land more than 20 times, most recently as their guide.

“God desires us to be here. God desires you and me to recognize our sacred calling as His children, and to give witness … each and every day of our lives. You belong here. I belong here. May we bring that message to our world that needs it so much.”
— Bishop Michael T. Martin, OFM Conv.

Walk with Jesus through the streets of Charlotte

Experience the power and emotion of one of the nation’s largest Eucharistic processions as it winds through Uptown Charlotte – bringing the Real Presence of Christ to all.

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This is THE place to shop for unique Catholic artwork, Bibles and books, rosaries, statues and gifts – unique items you won’t find anywhere else!
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What’s in it for you?

  • COMMUNITY: Engage with a welcoming Catholic community through various activities and sessions.
  • ENCOUNTER: Deepen your spiritual experience with Jesus during a powerful Eucharistic procession and adoration.
  • BELONGING: Feel a sense of connection and support in an inclusive environment.
  • GROWTH: Grow in your faith and understanding of Catholic teachings with inspiring talks.
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What people are saying

"Seeing so many people from our diocese of all ages and backgrounds who are all here to follow Christ is overwhelming. It gives me hope for humanity.”
Maria DawkinsWinston-Salem
“My daughter and I wanted to experience it – see the vendors, go to confession and attend Mass. It’s great to see so many Catholics gather to celebrate, to come together for Jesus, especially the youth. We didn’t have that when I was younger.”
Teresa BookamerCharlotte
“I’ve been to the Eucharistic Congress about seven times. I love every minute of it. It’s so great to see so many Catholics together in unity of heart and mind, in the faith.”
Patrick ValentineGastonia
“My favorite part is the closing Mass. I love the large Mass celebrating the Eucharist together with so many cultures, parishes and people.”
Rosheene AdamsCharlotte
“I loved it! I went to confession – it only took a few minutes for the actual confession part, but it was comforting just talking to the priest.”
Lynn PennerMooresville
“I think it’s really cool to see so many Catholics come together and to see our faith celebrated by so many cultural backgrounds. It was also awesome to hang out with the other teenagers. It’s not often you’re in a room with so many young people who have the same beliefs.”
Tori YercheckMonroe

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