Growing in Grace celebrates a decade of ministry to women

Growing in Grace Women’s Ministry will mark ten years of service at its 2026 Women’s Conference on Saturday, October 24. The event takes place from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Central Bank Auditorium.

The conference features international speakers Deacon Larry and Andi Oney, who co-founded Hope and Purpose Ministries. Deacon Larry is a permanent deacon of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Thea Parsons, the daughter of founder Johnnette Benkovic Williams and Director of Marketing and Events for Women of Grace, will represent the organization. Conference coordinator Bernadette Patrick will also speak on the mission of women within the Church.

The gathering follows the theme Living the New Life of Grace: Growing Together in the Spirit of Synodality. It is designed to provide women with an afternoon of spiritual renewal, formation, and fellowship.