Communicators for Women Religious

04/06/2026

Workshop Spotlight: Mission Advancement as an Act of Justice

What happens when development, communications, leadership, and justice promotion work together toward a shared mission?

This workshop presents a case study of one congregation’s transformation from a siloed development office into an integrated mission advancement department.

Participants will explore how aligning these areas can strengthen collaboration, deepen mission impact, and create a more unified approach to advancing congregational priorities.

Learn more about this and other conference workshops: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/workshops-2/

Register for the CWR Annual Conference in Baltimore: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/conference-2026-registration-page/

02/06/2026

There's a lot happening at the 2026 CWR Conference, and now is the perfect time to start planning your experience. Read on to learn about our keynote speaker, dynamic workshops, thought-provoking plenary sessions, scholarship opportunities, and the many ways you can connect, learn, and be inspired in Baltimore.

Join communicators, justice promoters, and advancement professionals from across the country in beautiful Baltimore, Maryland, as we gather for the CWR Conference: Harboring Hope.

02/06/2026

Workshop Spotlight: Guarding the Flame: Preserving the Legacy of Women Religious for the Future

Women religious have shaped communities nationwide through ministries in healthcare, education, and social services. As congregations transition, preserving this legacy is more important than ever.

This workshop will explore how heritage centers, archives, and storytelling can safeguard and share these histories. Participants will gain practical strategies and tools to preserve records, engage new audiences, and carry forward the mission and impact of women religious.

Learn more about this and other conference workshops: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/workshops-2/

Register for the CWR Annual Conference in Baltimore: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/conference-2026-registration-page/

28/05/2026

When crisis strikes, whether a natural disaster, threat of violence, or even a crisis of faith, communicators are often called to respond in real time with clarity, confidence, and care.

Join Dan Stockman and Krista Stockman of National Catholic Reporter / Global Sisters Report for the plenary session:

“Safe Harbor in a Crisis: What Every Communicator Should Have Ready”

Drawing from decades of experience in journalism and crisis communication, Dan and Krista will offer practical insight into navigating high-pressure situations while working with media, law enforcement, public safety officials, internal teams, and the broader community.

Participants will leave with:

• A foundational outline for a crisis communication plan
• A practical “go-bag” checklist for emergency preparedness
• Real-world strategies for responding when every moment matters

This is a session every communicator, leader, and ministry professional should have on their radar. Register for the conference today: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/

27/05/2026

The CWR 2026 Annual Conference Key Note Speaker, Kim Daniels, is a speaker on the webinar listed below: AI, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo’s New Encyclical. Registration is free, and it is such an IMPORTANT and timely topic!

Magnifica Humanitas: AI, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo’s New Encyclical
🗓️ Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕧 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. EDT
📍 Online via Livestream
🗣️ Archbishop Paul Coakley (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops), Emilce Cuda (Pontifical Commission for Latin America), Daniel Daly (The Catholic Health Association of the United States), Meghan Sullivan (University of Notre Dame), Bishop Paul Tighe (Dicastery for Culture and Education), Kim Daniels (Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life, moderator)
🔗 bit.ly/PopeLeoAI
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This dialogue on Pope Leo’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, will explore how technological changes can enhance, rather than replace, humanity’s co-creative relationship with God. It will also consider what new divisions we might face if we allow new technologies to replace our capacities ...

26/05/2026

There’s something fitting about gathering in a harbor.

A harbor is where people come together, find direction, exchange stories, and prepare for what’s ahead.

That’s exactly what we’ll do at the 2026 CWR Conference in Baltimore.

Join communicators, advancement professionals, and justice promoters from across the country for days filled with meaningful conversations, practical workshops, new ideas, and the kind of connections that remind us we are not doing this work alone.

Early Bird Registration is now open through August 1
Save $75 when you register early
October 13–16, 2026 | Baltimore Inner Harbor

Whether you come looking for inspiration, strategy, community, or renewal, we hope you’ll find it here.

If you are not a CWR member, please register for a free membership before registering for the conference: https://c4wr.org/member-sign-up/

If you are a CWR member, please log in before registering:
https://c4wr.org/members-login/

Register today: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/conference-2026-registration-page/

21/05/2026

Don’t miss this inspiring keynote at CWR 2026!
We are honored to welcome Kimberly Mazyck, Associate Director of the Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life at Georgetown University, as a keynote speaker for the 2026 Communicators for Women Religious Conference.

Through the lived witness of women religious, Kimberly will explore how hope is made real through listening, accompaniment, and collective action. Her keynote will highlight how Sisters model synodality, embody solidarity, and uplift local voices through subsidiarity, offering a vision of leadership rooted in connection and care.

This is a session you won’t want to miss. Join us as we gather to Harbor Hope and be inspired for the journey ahead.

Wednesday, October 13 | 9:00–10:15 AM
https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/keynote-2/

19/05/2026

Exciting news ahead! Over the coming weeks, we’ll be unveiling speakers, workshops, and sponsors for the 2026 Communicators for Women Religious Conference, happening October 13–16 in Baltimore.

Join us as we gather around this year’s theme, Harboring Hope, and make plans now to be part of this meaningful experience. We have an incredible schedule in store, and you won’t want to miss it!

Secure your spot today and stay tuned for more updates: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026

14/05/2026

CWR Conference Scholarship Opportunity

We’re excited to offer two Caelie Haines Scholarships for the 2026 Communicators for Women Religious Conference in Baltimore (October 13–16, 2026)! Each scholarship will cover conference registration fees.

If financial assistance would make attending possible, we warmly encourage you to apply. We also invite you to share this opportunity with international sisters and colleagues engaged in communications, vocations, and/or justice ministries—whether serving abroad or currently in the U.S.

Open to CWR members in good standing
One application per congregation
Recent recipients: please wait two conferences before reapplying
Past applicants not selected are encouraged to apply again

Not a member yet? You can join here before applying: https://c4wr.org/member-sign-up/

Deadline to apply: June 30, 2026: https://c4wr.org/conference-2026/caielie-haines-scholarship/

14/05/2026

One of the best things about CWR members is their willingness to help each other grow and thrive. This year, we are fortunate to be able to offer 2 scholarships to our CWR conference in Baltimore. Scholarships are open to all CWR members, and each will cover conference registration fees. More information is available on the CWR website. (Link in comments) We hope to see you at Harboring Hope in October!