Your Guide to Saturday! – The 29th Annual Catholic Men’s Conference

Now, here’s your guide to Saturday:

Can I still register for the conference? Yes. We will have limited registration on the morning of the conference. Adults are $85, college-aged men are $49, and high school-aged men are $39.

• If you know someone still considering attending and planning to register at the door, please encourage them to visit our website and use the waitlist feature. There’s no obligation—just a simple form to provide a name, contact info, and the number of potential attendees. We do not ask for any deposit or payment details. The waitlist helps us ensure an accurate food count and the best possible experience for you and your guests. 
• The registration desk opens at 7:30 AM on Saturday, March 8, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center to register attendees and assist pre-registrants with finding name badges.

What about the weather? Saturday’s forecast for OKC calls for cloudy skies and a high of 54° after a cool start around 37°. Road conditions are favorable statewide. However, the weather does not appear ideal for golfing. Head on over to the convention center instead. 😉

How do I get to the Oklahoma City Convention Center? The Convention Center is at 100 Mick Cornett Dr., Oklahoma City, OK 73109, east of Scissortail Park. It is bounded on the north by SW 4th Street, on the south by SW 7th Street, on the west by Robinson Avenue, and on the east by Shields Boulevard. For online directions and an interactive map, click here.

Where do I enter the convention center – and what about parking? The convention center entrances are on the west side of the building, along S. Robinson Avenue.

• The convention center garage address is 400 S. Broadway, Oklahoma City, OK 73109.
• The convention center garage is just $10 for the entire day. Enter this garage from Shields Ave on the east.
• The 3rd floor of the convention center garage connects with the 2nd floor of the convention center.
• Alternatively, you can use the Scissortail Parking Lot, just south of the convention center and within walking distance.
• Enter the Scissortail Parking Lot from S. Robinson Avenue, SW 6th Street, or SW 7th Street. Scissortail is also available for $10 for the entire conference day.

When will the doors open? When does the conference begin? 

📅 Doors Open: 7:30 AM. Start your day with a continental breakfast and plenty of hot coffee as you arrive.

⏰ Conference Begins: 8:45 AM. The program kicks off promptly, so be sure to find your seat in time for an inspiring and impactful day. We look forward to welcoming you!

Pre-Registered? Here’s What to Do on Conference Day! If you’re pre-registered, you’re all set! There’s no need to check in or present a receipt for entry.

📌 Here’s what to do when you arrive:

1. ✅ Find your name tag – Name tags are arranged alphabetically on a table near registration.
2. ✅ Wear your name badge throughout the day – Your name tag serves as your credential for entry and ensures you receive your meal.
3. ✅ Enjoy the conference! – And don’t forget, we all seem friendlier when we can greet each other by name!

If you can’t find your name tag, simply stop by the registration desk, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Where Do I Get My Program and Conference Bag? Your conference bag, which includes the program and other materials, will be handed to you as you enter the main conference ballroom.

• 📌 Please note: Programs and bags will not be available at the registration area.

Where Do I Pick Up My Pre-Ordered Apparel? You can pick up your pre-ordered apparel at the merchandise table, located outside the Main Ballroom near registration. Our team will have your order bagged and ready for pickup when you arrive.

📌 What to Know:

1. ✅ Ask our apparel volunteers for assistance.
2. ✅ To expedite pickup, have your registration receipt with merchandise details or ID ready for verification.
3. ✅ Merchandise sales will begin after the first talk to ensure a smooth pickup process for pre-orders.

The Celebration of Mass

• 📌 When does Mass start? Mass, celebrated by Archbishop Coakley, will begin at 4:45 PM.
• 📌 Can my family join me? Absolutely! Your family is welcome to attend, but please ensure they arrive in time to be seated before Mass begins. This Mass of Anticipation fulfills your Sunday obligation.
• 📌 A Note on Reverence: As you enter the ballroom, please maintain a respectful silence. We understand the occasional fussy toddler, but let’s keep side conversations—whether debating Saturday’s dinner plans or prognosticating the depth of the Thunder’s playoff run—outside the room.

A Snapshot of the Conference Program

• 7:30 AM – Check-In, Registration, and Continental Breakfast
• 8:45 AM – Opening Comments and Prayer

    Master of Ceremonies: Adam Minihan

    Speaker: Ennie Hickman

• Mid-Morning – Break

    Speaker: Sister Mary Michael Fox, OP

• Noon –

    Sacrament of Reconciliation and Adoration

    Young Men’s Luncheon

    General Lunch

    Rosary (1:00 PM)

• Afternoon –

    Speaker: Tim Carney

    Break

    Speaker: Paul George

    Concluding Remarks

• 4:45 PM – Mass