JOIN US FOR THE DAY
For the first time, the Catholic Youth Ministry Convention is offering a limited Local Pass option for local ministry leaders, volunteers, parish staff, and adults who want to experience CYMC without attending the full conference. Join us for the XLT evening session on Tuesday, June 9th, or add on the full day on-site. This is an opportunity to encounter the heart of CYMC and receive formation, encouragement, and practical tools for ministry.
CYMC exists to strengthen the Church by strengthening the people who serve teens, and we want to make that more accessible for those nearby.
Priests and seminarians attend CYMC for free. Simply indicate you are a priest or seminarian when you register and your registration fee will be waived.
Why We’re Offering a Local Pass
We know many people in the Phoenix area (or nearby) want to experience CYMC without needing to stay on-site for the full conference.
The CYMC Local Pass is designed to make CYMC more accessible to local ministry leaders, parish staff, volunteers, clergy, and adults serving teens who are close enough to commute in for part of the event while still participating meaningfully in the conference experience.
Every Local Pass begins with evening access and conference credentials, with the option to customize your experience by adding daytime programming, meals, or resort access.
Local Passes are especially ideal for:
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Even if you are not staying at the resort or attending the full conference, we would love to welcome you into the CYMC experience.
An Intentional Conference Experience
This year, all attendees—including evening guests—must be registered and credentialed to attend any portion of CYMC, including XLT.
This allows us to:
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Every guest will receive an official conference name badge required for entry into sessions and evening events.
We appreciate your understanding as we continue building a conference experience that is welcoming, relational, and safe for everyone involved.
Your Local Pass is the starting point for attending CYMC on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
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Included with every Local Pass is the evening XLT worship experience, conference credentials & name badge, and access to the evening conference atmosphere and gathering experience. Required for all local attendees.
ADD ON // Daytime Sessions & Breakouts Pass // +$75
Attend daytime CYMC programming and breakout sessions designed for real parish ministry.
This pass includes:
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You’ll leave with practical tools, renewed vision, and encouragement for the work God has entrusted to you.
ADD ON // Resort Access Pass // +$75
Want to experience more of the conference environment during the day?
This pass includes:
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Ideal for those wanting to connect with ministry leaders and experience the atmosphere of CYMC.
ADD ON // Meal Pass // +$100
Share meals and conversation with ministry leaders from around the country.
This pass includes:
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Some of the most meaningful ministry conversations happen around the table.
Whether you join us for worship alone or spend the full day immersed in formation and community, CYMC is designed to strengthen and encourage those serving the Church.
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Start with the Local Pass and add the experience that best fits your schedule and ministry needs.
The Location
CYMC takes place at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix, Arizona, a beautiful destination designed for both renewal and connection.
Whether you are joining us for a single session, an evening XLT, or spending the full day at the conference, the Arizona Grand provides the perfect environment to step away from the noise of everyday ministry and be refreshed.
Check-in for the Local Pass runs from 7:00am-7:30pm on Tuesday. Check-in is found at the Guest Services table located in the Conference Center lobby.
Evening Session – XLT Only // $50
Additions:
Daytime Sessions & Breakouts //$75
Resort Access Pass //$75
Meal Pass //$100
All payments for the local pass must be paid upon registering. These are non-refundable.
Events Team
events@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 109
Maximilian Kreslins, Events Registration Coordinator
mkreslins@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 231
Julianna Nett, Associate Director of Events & Operations
jnett@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 229
Check-in for the Local Pass runs from 7:00am-7:30pm on Tuesday. Check-in is found at the Guest Services table located in the Conference Center lobby.
$650 Subscriber Discount // January 13 – 27
$670 Regular Rate // January 13 – March 31
$690 Last Chance // April 1 – May 29
Registration closes on May 29th
Each event registration includes general sessions, breakouts, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and dinner, Tuesday lunch and dinner, and conference materials. Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. See the Hotel Info for discounted rates and booking details.
All registration fees must be paid no later than May 1st. Payment can be made by check or credit card.
Checks should be made out to Life Teen and mailed to:
Life Teen, Inc.
ATTN: CYMC 2026
P.O. Box 117299
Atlanta, GA 30368-7299
To submit a credit card payment, please click here to view and pay your balance.
Events Team
events@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 231
Maximilian Kreslins, Events Registration Coordinator
mkreslins@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 231
Julianna Nett, Events Manager
jnett@lifeteen.com // 800-809-3902 ext. 229
This premier training conference is perfect for any and all adults involved in youth ministry— youth ministers, core members, music ministers, confirmation coordinators, DREs, campus ministers, priests, deacons, seminarians, religious sisters. Basically, something valuable is offered at this event for everyone who works with teens in any capacity. As much as we love teens, this event is for adults only. All participants must be at least 18 years old and graduated from high school in order to attend. Teens who are interested in being leaders and evangelizing their peers should check out our Life Teen Leadership Conference.
We have a limited amount of scholarship money available for youth ministers only. Unfortunately, we do not have funds available for local pass registrants.
Simply indicate you are a priest or seminarian when you register and your registration fee will be waived.
Yes, we will have a digital audio download of all keynote and breakout talks for sale at the conference. The digital download will not contain music that is played at the conference as we cannot distribute music for copyright reasons. In the registration process, you will have an option to pre-order the digital download. The download includes all four days of the conference. You can also purchase the download on-site. Cost is $70 at registration and $75 on site.
Yes! You can purchase the local pass the day of the conference on-site by locating the Guest Services table in the Conference Center Lobby & a team member will assist you.
If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction we need to be aware of, please let us know. There is a section that allows you to share this information with us during the online registration process. We always do our very best to accommodate your needs; however, it never hurts to bring some supplemental snacks.