What does my convention fee include?

Your convention fee includes all sessions, breakouts, and materials. In addition, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and dinner, and Tuesday lunch and dinner are included. Guests are responsible for booking their own hotel rooms.

What do I do if I have a food allergy?

If you have a food allergy we need to be aware of (vegetarian, lactose intolerant, wheat/peanut allergy, etc.), 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 snacks just in case.

What is the weather like? How should I dress?

Phoenix is very warm during the summer. Dress to be casual and comfortable. The main room/breakout rooms can get chilly so bring a sweater or sweatshirt just in case. There is a pool at the resort so bring your bathing suit!

I am a priest and I would like to concelebrate Mass. What do I need to bring with me?

We would love for you to concelebrate! We ask that you please bring your own vestments (alb & stole).

I am trying to book my flight. What time does the conference start & end?

Convention officially begins at 2:00pm on Sunday. Check-in runs from 10:45am-1:45pm. Convention ends at noon on Wednesday.  The Phoenix airport is less than 30 minutes drive from the Convention site.

I am flying into Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport but I’m not renting a car. Do you provide transportation?

Life Teen does not provide transportation to and from the airport for the Convention. We do recommend Super Shuttle as a good option from the airport to the resort.  Uber and Lyft are also great options for getting around Scottsdale/Phoenix but be sure to get a rate quote.

Will the Life Teen Store have resources for me to buy?

Yes, the Life Teen Store will have many options for you to choose from.  And, if we do not have a particular resource on site for you to purchase, we will be happy to help you order it online!

I called the resort and the reservations line told me there is not a “Life Teen Conference” listed there. What should I do?

The DoubleTree Resort hosts numerous events throughout the year and sometimes the person on the phone may not be aware of our conference. It may be a simple mistake in relaying the proper information to you. One recommendation is to hang up and call back to speak with a different person. If the problem continues, give us a call at the Life Teen office: 800-809-3902.

Are you going to sell digital copies of the convention talks?

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 (we cannot record and distribute music for copyright reasons). In the registration process, you will have an option to pre-order the digital download. You can also purchase the download on site.  Digital talk downloads cannot be ordered after the event ends, so be sure to pre-order yours or order it on site!  Cost is $50.

I am coming to the convention and want to bring my spouse/kids. Can I do that?

Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your families! If they would like to join you for meals, you can purchase an Additional Meal Plan for each of them when you register.  The meal plan cost $150/person.  While conference sessions are for registered participants only, family members are welcome to attend Mass with you each day.

Are scholarships available?

We have a limited amount of scholarship money available for youth ministers only.  Unfortunately, we do not have funds available for core members.  If you are in great need of financial assistance, please download this scholarship application and submit it. Priests should see the Shepherd’s Scholarship info further up this webpage. 

Have more questions?  Contact us!

We are here to help you!  You can always contact the Events Team with any questions you may have.

Sarah Houde, Director of Events
shoude@lifeteen.com, 800-809-3902 ext. 201

Miranda Baniewicz, Assistant to the Director of Events
mbaniewicz@lifeteen.com, 800-809-3902 ext. 226

TJ Poynor, Events Registration Coordinator
tpoynor@lifeteen.com, 800-809-3902 ext. 231