KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Fr Chris Alar
Fr. Chris Alar is a writer, speaker and broadcaster known for his emphasis on the importance of hope and healing through Divine Mercy, reaching out to those in despair and guiding them towards faith and renewal in times of crisis. He is the Provincial Superior of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception and is based at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in the USA. He is the author of the bestselling books After Suicide: There's Hope for Them and for You and Understanding Divine Mercy, as well as his newest release, Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed.
Nikki Kingsley
Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Nikki Kingsley was raised in a loving Muslim family that emphasised devotion to God. After years of practising Islam, her life changed through a series of powerful dreams and mystical encounters with Jesus and Mary. These experiences led her to seek truth beyond her upbringing, ultimately embracing the Catholic faith. Today, she shares her remarkable journey from Islam to Christianity as a speaker and author.






Dana
Dana Rosemary Scallon is an Irish singer, presenter, and former politician. A committed Catholic, she frequently speaks and sings at faith events around the world, sharing her love for the Rosary and encouraging prayer within families. She first came to international prominence after winning the 1970 Eurovision Song Contest with All Kinds of Everything. She wrote the popular hymn Lady of Knock. Dana served as a Member of the European Parliament from 1999 to 2004 and is an advocate for the protection of life and family values.


Fr John Keane
Fr. John Keane is recognised for his Eucharistic Healing Service, where he leads the faithful into profound encounters with Christ’s presence. His ministry emphasises the healing power of the Eucharist, reconciliation, and surrender to God’s mercy. Through preaching, prayer, and Eucharistic adoration, he guides people seeking spiritual, emotional, and physical restoration, helping them rediscover God’s love and the transformative grace flowing from the altar.
Our Lady of Knock, pray for us.
Fr Marius O'Reilly
Fr Marius O’Reilly is a priest of the Diocese of Cork and Ross in Ireland. In addition to his parish ministry, Fr Marius is actively involved in youth outreach and evangelisation initiatives to help young people encounter Christ. He is a passionate advocate of praying the Rosary and for the intercession of Our Lady in bringing people closer to her Son. Fr Marius also speaks publicly of the importance of the First Saturdays devotion. His ministry focuses on encouraging faith to be lived authentically in modern society.
Christine O'Hara
Christine O’Hara is a Catholic speaker and evangelist who shares her personal testimony of faith and conversion. Through parish events, conferences, and prayer gatherings, she speaks about the transformative power of God’s grace in everyday life. Christine’s talks often highlight the importance of prayer, the sacraments, and trusting in God during times of difficulty. She is particularly passionate about encouraging families to rediscover the Rosary as a powerful prayer that brings peace and unity into the home. Her witness aims to inspire others to deepen their relationship with Christ and to live their faith with courage and hope.






Archbishop Eamon Martin
Archbishop Eamon Martin was born in Derry City in 1961. He attended Pennyburn Primary School and St Columb’s College in Derry, where, having returned as a teacher, he served as President for eight years. Upon the retirement of Bishop Séamus Hegarty, Monsignor Eamon was elected as Diocesan Administrator of the Diocese of Derry. Then, in 2013, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI appointed him Coadjutor Archbishop of Armagh, and on the retirement of Cardinal Seán Brady, succeeded as Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland on 8 September 2014. In 2019, in addition to his duties in Armagh, he was appointed by Pope Francis as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Dromore.


Sr Caitriona Kavanagh, OP
Sr Caitríona Kavanagh, OP, is a Dominican Sister of St Cecilia, a community known for its work in education and evangelisation. Originally from Ireland, she has been involved in teaching and youth ministry, helping young people encounter Christ through Catholic education and formation. As part of the tradition founded by St Dominic, she promotes preaching the Gospel and devotion to the Rosary, a prayer closely associated with the Dominican Order.
Oliver Dashe Doeme
Bishop Oliver Doeme of Maiduguri, Nigeria, became internationally known after attributing the protection of young girls from Boko Haram to the power of the Rosary. Shepherding a diocese devastated by terrorism, he urges Catholics worldwide to pray the Rosary as spiritual warfare. His testimony, including a vision of Christ handing him a sword that became a rosary, inspires hope, courage, and trust in Mary’s intercession.
Sr Ângela de Fátima Coelho
Sr Ângela de Fátima Coelho is a Portuguese religious sister of the Alliance of Holy Mary. She served as Postulator for the Cause of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto and is currently the Vice-Postulator for the Cause of Venerable Sister Lucia, the three visionaries of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fátima. Sr Ângela has been closely involved in research and pastoral work connected with the message of Fátima and frequently speaks internationally about its call to prayer, conversion, and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Through her work, she helps promote understanding of the historical and spiritual significance of Fátima within the life of the Church.






Bishop Donal McKeown
Bishop Donal McKeown was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Down and Connor in 1987. He served in parish ministry and education before being appointed auxiliary bishop of Down and Connor in 2013. Later that year, he was named Bishop of Derry. Bishop McKeown has been involved in numerous initiatives supporting Catholic education, youth ministry, and evangelisation. He frequently speaks about the need for renewal of faith in contemporary society and encourages Catholics to engage with Scripture, prayer, and the sacramental life as foundations for Christian witness.


Servant Sisters of the Home of the Mother
The Servant Sisters of the Home of the Mother are a Catholic community of consecrated women founded in 1984 within the wider Home of the Mother movement. They live a Marian and Eucharistic spirituality, seeking identification with Jesus Christ “from the womb of the Virgin Mary.” Their work follows three missions: defending the Eucharist, defending the honor of Mary—especially her virginity—and bringing young people to Jesus Christ. They serve through youth ministry, teaching, pastoral work, media, missions, and community life. The Sisters currently have communities in several countries, including Spain, Ireland, Ecuador, and the Czech Republic.


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