Internationally acclaimed speaker Chris Stefanick features at the fully booked Inaugural National Family Conference in October.

Known for his dynamic talks and inspiring presentations, Chris brings a wealth of experience in helping families and individuals deepen their faith and embrace the joy of Catholic family life.

His keynote, broadcast live from the USA, promises to be a highlight of this landmark event that takes place on Saturday 25 October 2025, from 10:00am to 5:00pm at St Bride’s Hall, Muir Street, Motherwell, ML1 1PP.

The conference will also feature engaging talks, prayer, and opportunities for community, celebrating the gift of marriage and family life.

Participants will be encouraged to reflect, share, and connect with other families in a welcoming and faith-filled environment.

The event is organised by the National Commission for Marriage, Family and Life of the Bishops' Conference of Scotland.

Timetable

10.00am
Registration

10.30am
Opening Prayer & Welcome

11.00am
Keynote Speakers 1: John & Angela Deighan – addressing worries, pressures and challenges faced by families

11.45am
Comfort Break

12.00pm
Keynote Speaker 2 – Chris Stefanick (live link from USA) – vision of how ‘Home Church’ could be a source of evangelisation

1.00pm
Lunch – families to bring own (tea/coffee/juice/water made available). There is a Wetherspoon's and several cafes within a five minute walk of the venue.

2.00pm
Workshop/Group Discussions

3.15pm
Comfort Break

3.30pm
Families gather before Mass

4.00pm
Mass in Our Lady of Good Aid Cathedral (next to conference venue)

Location of Venue
St Bride’s Hall, 31 Coursington Rd, Motherwell ML1 1PP (across street from Our Lady of Good Aid Cathedral, Motherwell

Travelling by Train
The nearest train station to St Bride’s Hall is Motherwell Station, approximately a 10 minute walk to St Bride’s Hall.

Travelling by Car
There is a large free car park across from St Bride’s Hall as well as free parking on the street itself.

Travelling by Bus
Bus routes 201, 240, 240X, 242, 266.

Children
Throughout the morning (11am-1pm) and afternoon (2-3.15pm) sessions, there will be supervised age-appropriate activities provided for children aged 3 years and over in another room within the hall complex – one group for 3 – 9 year olds and one group for those aged 10 years and over.

For those children aged below 3 years, there will be an allocated space set aside for them to play with their toys within the conference hall, in sight of their parents.