Seán Patrick Cardinal O’Malley
Cardinal O’Malley is widely known for his humble Franciscan spirit and steady leadership during some of the Church’s most challenging moments. A Capuchin friar ordained in 1970, he has served Catholics across the United States—from Washington, D.C., to the Virgin Islands, Fall River, Palm Beach, and ultimately as Archbishop of Boston. Cardinal O’Malley is especially recognized for his compassionate outreach to immigrants, his commitment to healing and reform within the Church, and his close collaboration with Pope Francis, including service on the Pope’s council of cardinal advisers. Grounded in simplicity, pastoral care, and a deep love for the Church, he brings both wisdom and approachability to every setting where he speaks.
Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers
As one of the most sought-after Catholic speakers in the Church today, Deacon Harold is active in giving lectures, retreats, & seminars in parishes, workshops, and at numerous conferences across the nation and around the world. He has appeared in Envoy Magazine, The Catholic World Report & The National Catholic Register, and on many national and international radio programs, including Catholic Answers Live, Catholic Connection, and Kresta in the Afternoon. Deacon Harold is the author of The Mass in Sacred Scripture and is a frequent Eternal Word Television Network contributor. Deacon Harold has been featured on Life on the Rock, EWTN Live, EWTN Bookmark, and hosts several popular EWTN series, including “Behold the Man: Spirituality for Men”, “Made in His Image: Family Life Today”, “Christ the Servant: The Vocation of Deacons” and “Authentically Free at Last.” Deacon Harold also hosts the weekly radio show From the Rooftops on the Radio Maria network.
Other Speakers to be Announced
Mark Forrest
Mark Forrest is an acclaimed Irish tenor, whose melodic voice has filled concert halls including Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center and cathedrals worldwide. He has sung inspirational hymns for luminaries such as Saint John Paul II and Saint Mother Teresa.
His soothing Broadway melodies have entertained award-winning performers including Charlton Heston, Gregory Peck, and Maureen O’Hara. From Presidential entertainment in the White House to his own house with his wife and eight children, Mark continues to inspire the world with his music.
Mass Celebrant
Archbishop Nelson J. Perez
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez was appointed by Pope Francis on January 23, 2020, and was installed as the 14th bishop and tenth archbishop of Philadelphia on February 18, 2020.
He attended Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia, where he earned Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Theology degrees in 1988 and 1989, respectively.
Bishop Perez’s first assignment after ordination to the priesthood was as parochial vicar of Saint Ambrose Parish, Philadelphia (1989-1993). He also served as assistant director of the Office for Hispanic Catholics (1990-1993), founding director of the Catholic Institute for Evangelization (1993-2002)