Tapestry of Promise
Weaving the Old and New Testament Together
St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Ann Arbor
November 19 -- 21
Special Guests
A Three-Day
Catholic Conference
Inspired by the call of The Most Reverend Bishop Boyea to make 2026 the "Year of the Bible," the Tapestry of Promise conference invites you to deepen your understanding of the beautiful way in which Jesus, the Incarnate Word, is prefigured by the events of the Old Testament – a tapestry woven by God from the people and events of the Old Covenant.
A Three-Day Catholic Conference
This conference explores three powerful ways Jesus reveals Himself through the beautiful prefigurations of the Old Testament:
- Thursday — Through His Church
- Friday — Through His Mother
- Saturday — In Himself and in the Eucharist
The prefiguration of Christ in Sacred Scripture is one of the richest treasures of our Catholic faith. It sets our hearts on fire with the joy of the unity and sublime depth of God’s plan of salvation.
Key Dates
Regular Ticket Sales Begin
October 10
Sign up for breakouts and workshops
November 5
Late Ticket Sales Begin
November 19 - 21
The Conference
Features of the Conference
- Eight outstanding keynote speakers delivering a total of twelve keynote addresses
- 20 breakout sessions on a wide variety of timely topics
- 14 focused workshops led by active Catholic ministries
- Daily Rosary, Perpetual Adoration, Vespers, and the Sacrament of Confession
- Holy Mass on Friday, with the Most Reverend Bishop Earl Boyea, and on Saturday
- Special evening gatherings:
- Thursday: General conference dinner
- Friday & Saturday: Gala dinners with entertainment by Shayne Smith (Friday) and Donna Cori (Saturday) in the Assisi Center
Evening Gatherings in the Assisi Center
On Friday and Saturday evenings, we invite you to attend two gala dinners featuring excellent food, an open bar, and entertainment: Shayne Smith will perform comedy on Friday night, and Donna Cori will perform sacred music on Saturday. There will be a book-signing and opportunity to meet the speakers.
These gatherings in the Assisi Center provide a beautiful setting to deepen friendships, converse with speakers, and continue the spirit of fellowship begun during the day.
Hotel Information
We have secured a block of discounted rooms for conference attendees at DoubleTree and Red Roof Inn in Ann Arbor. See Venue and Lodging for more information.
Purchase Tickets
Regular Ticket — $250
Couples Tickets — $200
Subject to availability
Late Ticket — $300
After November 5th
Student / Clergy — $130
Limited to 100 tickets
We are looking for sponsors to help make more student and clergy tickets available or to help us reduce the price further!
Friday Dinner Event — $150
2-for-1 couples' discount
Comedian Shayne Smith
Limited to 200 tickets
Saturday Dinner Event — $150
2-for-1 couples' discount
A performance of sacred music by Donna Cori
Limited to 200 tickets
Family Education Bundle
High-schoolers attend free with parents/guardians.
Use access code HOLYFAMILY when purchasing tickets.
Day Passes
Thursday — $50
Friday — $100
Saturday — $100
Limited to 300 tickets
Cancellation Policy
All payments are non-refundable unless the conference is canceled by us or a governmental agency. If the Conference is not canceled but you choose not to attend, there will be no refund.
Breakout Speakers
Dr. Kristin Collier
Kenny Burchard
John C. Pinheiro, Ph.D.
Laura Kempa Bogan
Craig Pohl
William Kangas
Jonathan Hasey
Cameron Gibelyou
Katie Hartsock
Colleen Vermeulen
Freisy Bobadilla
Scott Lyons
