Catholic Parish Summit

The Catholic Parish Summit is a gathering for Catholic parish leaders focused on renewing parish life and strengthening the Church’s mission. Held at Harrogate Convention Centre in the United Kingdom, the 2024 summit brought together parish teams and leaders to explore how communities can help more people encounter Jesus. Its vision centres on sending disciples, equipping leaders and launching transformation, with an emphasis on prayer, worship, evangelisation and practical leadership development.

The summit’s programme featured keynote speakers, breakout sessions, testimonies and opportunities to connect with others pursuing parish renewal. Speakers included church leaders, parish priests, authors and ministry representatives, among them Archbishop Mark O’Toole, Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś, Nicky Gumbel and Fr. James Mallon. Attendees could choose from individual, young adult, diocesan partner, movement and group ticket options, subject to availability. The website also invited visitors to become prayer partners, give, explore webinars and access support for their parishes through Divine Renovation. Through these events and resources, the summit aims to inspire and equip parish communities for mission and lasting renewal.