The conference will begin with Mass at 8 a.m. in the church with Bishop Thomas John Paprocki presiding. A complete breakfast buffet in the parish activity center follows.

Bishop Paprocki will provide the keynote address. Guest speaker will be Father Mark Schulte, pastor of St. Mary Church in Pittsfield and St. Mark Church in Winchester. Paul Palazzolo, Sangamon County auditor, will be the master of ceremonies.

Tickets for the conference are $15 per person, with tables available for groups of eight if requested. Reservations are required before Oct. 29 by calling John Szerletich at (217) 528-0081 or Gene Mitchell at (217) 492-9924.