Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026 – Auckland
Be informed, spiritually renewed and equipped to strengthen life, faith and family right where God has placed you.
FRIDAY NIGHT:
St John Vianney Catholic Church, 317 Hillsborough Road, Hillsborough, Auckland
Friday night is free and open to everyone.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY:
Ellerslie Events Centre, 100 Ascot Avenue, Remuera, Auckland
Register by Thursday 20 August to go into the draw to win a beautiful statue of the Holy Family.
In a culture increasingly marked by confusion about marriage, family, and the value of human life, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet each one of us can make a difference right where God has placed us.
Join us this September as both local and international speakers equip and inspire us to restore a culture that cherishes human life, strengthens families, and proclaims the truth with courage and compassion.
✔ Be Informed
Hear courageous voices address urgent issues affecting human life, marriage and family today.
✔ Be Equipped
Gain practical insights and resources to respond to today’s challenges with love, truth, and clarity.
✔ Be Inspired
Find fresh courage to remain steadfast in joy and make a difference where God has placed you.
✔ Discover a Vision of Hope
Explore the beauty of God’s plan for human life, marriage and family and the hope it offers a wounded world.
✔ Be Spiritually Refreshed and Connected
Step away from the busyness of everyday life and be immersed in liturgy, prayer, encouragement and fellowship and meet people from across New Zealand and beyond.
CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE
Saturday and Sunday Location: Ellerslie Events Centre | 100 Ascot Avenue | Remuera
MEET YOUR SPEAKERS
ISABEL
VAUGHAN-SPRUCE
Co-Director for March for Life UK and Campaign Director .
Isabel is internationally known for her defence of pre-born children and freedom of conscience after being arrested for praying silently outside an abortion facility.
FATHER
SHENAN BOQUET
President of Human Life International. Father Boquet travels the world proclaiming the Gospel of Life and training clergy, seminarians, and lay people.
DR. BRIAN
CLOWES, PhD
Director of Education and Research at Human Life International. Dr. Clowes has extensively written and spoken globally on life and family issues.
DR. LIGAYA
ACOSTA, PhD
Regional Director for Asia and Oceania for Human Life International.
Dr. Acosta once promoted contraception as a government official until she had a change of heart.
DR. MICHELE
O’NEILL
Senior Medical Officer Medical Oncology
FATHER
ROBERT STEELE
Priest of the Auckland Diocese
CATHERINE
GILLIES
Pregnancy Advocate for Gianna’s Choice Pregnancy Options and Support
DAME COLLEEN BAYER, DSG
Founder of
Family Life International NZ
Who Should Attend?
Family Life International’s conference “Hope for the World” is an important event designed to equip, educate, encourage, and provide opportunities for fellowship and spiritual renewal.
All those who wish to bring hope and restore a culture of life in their local, national, and international communities should attend, including:
A time of formation, renewal and hope
This September will hold more than a series of events. It is an invitation to pause, pray, be renewed in faith, and rediscover the mission God has placed before us. In a world searching for meaning, Christ calls us to become witnesses of hope – beginning in our own homes and extending out to our communities.
*Be among the first to receive notification when registrations open.
WE DON’T WANT ANYONE TO MISS OUT!
Full and Partial Sponsorships are available.
Please fill out the registration form to apply.
Friday evening programme is FREE!
Opening Mass
Opening Address
Supper
St John Vianney Parish
317 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough
(different location to
Saturday and Sunday programmes)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
REGISTRATION
How do I register for the Conference?
Please complete the online registration form. You will be asked to provide your contact details, choose your registration option, add any additional people included in your registration, and select your payment method.
What registration options are available?
You can register for:
- the full conference
- Saturday only
- Sunday only
- the Conference Dinner only
- or Conference Sessions and the Conference Dinner.
Can I register for the Conference Dinner only?
Yes. The Conference Dinner is open to those who wish to attend the dinner only. Please select Conference Dinner only in the registration form.
Is Friday evening included in the registration?
The Friday evening Conference Opening Mass, Opening Address, and supper are free and open to everyone. There is no charge, but if you are able, we would be grateful if you could indicate how many people might attend as part of your registration so that we have an indication of numbers for supper.
If you intend to come just for the Opening Mass, you are most welcome!
ADDITIONAL PEOPLE, CHILDREN, AND DIETARY NEEDS
Will there be a Children’s Room?
We are planning to provide a Children’s Room for younger children, generally aged under 13. A separate sign-in process will operate during the conference. If you would like us to contact you about the Children’s Room, please indicate this on the registration form.
Do I need to list everyone included in my registration?
Yes. If you are registering additional people, please list their names in the form. For children, please include their ages. This helps us prepare name badges, seating, catering, and children’s room arrangements.
How do I let you know about dietary requirements?
The registration form will ask whether you or anyone included in your registration has dietary requirements. Please include the person’s name and their dietary need so we can pass accurate information on to the catering team.
PAYMENT
How can I pay?
You can pay by credit/debit card or by internet banking. Credit/debit card payments are processed securely online. If you choose internet banking, payment instructions will be included in your confirmation email. There is also an option to submit your registration without payment.
When is my registration confirmed?
Registrations are confirmed once payment has been received, or once sponsorship assistance has been approved.
Can I pay by internet banking?
Yes. Select Internet Banking as your payment method. You will receive bank account details and payment instructions by email after submitting your registration.
Can I add a gift to help someone else attend?
Yes. On the final page of the registration form, you will have the option to make a gift towards the Conference Sponsorship Fund. Any contribution, large or small, will help someone attend who may otherwise be unable to do so. Donation receipts will be issued separately.
SPONSORSHIP ASSISTANCE
What if I cannot afford the full registration fee?
We do not want cost to prevent someone from attending. Full and partial sponsorship assistance is available for those who genuinely need help with the conference registration fee.
What does sponsorship assistance cover?
Sponsorship assistance applies to conference sessions only. It does not include Conference Dinner tickets.
How do I apply for sponsorship assistance?
In the registration form, select that you need sponsorship assistance (either full or partial) and briefly tell us about your circumstances. Family Life International will review your application confidentially and get in touch with you regarding your request.
Do I need to pay when I apply for sponsorship?
No. If you apply for sponsorship assistance, no payment is required at the time of registration. If partial sponsorship is approved, we will contact you about any remaining balance.
Location
Ellerslie Events Centre
100 Ascot Ave
Remuera
Auckland
[SATURDAY & SUNDAY]
OPENING MASS
at St John Vianney Catholic Church
317 Hillsborough Road
Hillsborough
Auckland
[FRIDAY NIGHT]
Accommodation
Several accommodation options are available in the area. There are two hotels within easy walking distance. The Novotel is a 4-star hotel, while the Ibis caters for the more budget-minded.
Novotel and Ibis are offering an accommodation discount of 15% off the best unrestricted flexible rate of the day for this event.
Offer bookable until 28 September for stays between 19 and 28 September, 2026.
Pre-Conference Events
Demystifying
Death with Dignity Talk
Tuesday 15 September, 2026
St Thomas More Catholic Church
17 Gloucester Road
Mount Maunganui
Day of Prayer
for Life and Family
Saturday 19 September, 2026
St Michael’s Catholic Church
6 Beatrice Road
Remuera | Auckland
Youth Event: Embracing Human Dignity
Sunday 20 September, 2026
St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College
485 Burtt Road
Drury | South Auckland
Seminar:
Begotten Not Made
Thursday 24 September, 2026
St John Vianney Catholic Church
317 Hillsborough Road
Hillsborough | Auckland
WHY THIS CONFERENCE MATTERS
A CULTURE IN CRISIS
Marriage, family life, faith, and respect for human life at all stages are under increasing pressure.
Too many people have been taught that truth is relative, that autonomy is absolute, and that human worth depends upon circumstances or convenience. As a result, countless lives are harmed, families are weakened, and many people struggle to find lasting hope.
PROCLAIMING TRUTH
The Gospel of Life proclaims a truth our nation desperately needs to hear:
Every human life has immeasurable worth, every person is loved by God, every person, and every family has a vital role to play in restoring a culture of life and building a civilisation of love.
FAMILY IS THE HEART
The family is where we first learn to love, to sacrifice, to forgive, and to belong. As St John Paul II said, “the family is the centre and the heart of a civilisation of love.”
If society is to once again cherish and protect life from its beginning to its end, then the change must begin in our homes, our families, and in our hearts.
Strong families build strong communities. Strong communities build a culture that cherishes life.
EACH OF US HAS A ROLE
Each one of us can make a difference right where God has placed us.
You have a unique role to play in building a culture that respects and protects every human life.
Real change begins with ordinary people responding faithfully, and with love, to God’s call.