Presenters and Entertainment
2028 Special Guests
Andrea Bocelli
Andrea Bocelli is an internationally acclaimed Italian tenor whose career spans opera, classical music and popular repertoire. Born in Lajatico, Tuscany, he rose to international prominence after winning the Newcomers section of the Sanremo Music Festival in 1994. He has since performed on the world’s great stages and for audiences around the globe, including for Popes St. John Paul II, Benedict XVI, Francis and Leo XIV.
Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas
Born in Lithuania, Cardinal Makrickas is currently the Archpriest of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major.
ValLimar Jansen
ValLimar Jansen is an internationally touring performer and recording artist whose honors include the Kennedy Center Medallion for Excellence in Educational Theatre. She has produced and/or co-produced fifteen CDs and has nine published works with her husband, Frank Jansen.
GIPSY KINGS by André Reyes
André Reyes is a singer and guitarist and a key figure in the Gipsy Kings legacy. Blending authentic flamenco with Latin rumba, his music has captivated audiences worldwide. Under his direction, the band has sold 60+ million albums and performed in 90+ countries.
Fr. Chase Hilgenbrinck
Fr. Hilgenbrinck is a priest of the Peoria Diocese in Illinois, where he currently serves as Vocation Director.
Joe Piscopo
The beloved actor and comedian starred in movie roles alongside Danny DeVito and Michael Keaton and joined the second Saturday Night Live cast.
Katie McGrady
An acclaimed Catholic author and speaker whose work has appeared with Ave Maria Press, Our Sunday Visitor, CNN and more.
Marcellino D'Ambrosio
“Dr. Italy” is a New York Times bestselling author and has appeared as a guest on Fox News, EWTN, Relevant Radio and other media outlets.
Dr. Peter Kreeft
A convert to Catholicism and professor at Boston College, Dr. Peter Kreeft has authored over 80 books, most on philosophy and Catholicism.
George Casey
Irish comedian George Casey has entertained audiences for more than 30 years with his clean, family-friendly humor and engaging storytelling.
Mark Forrest
An International Irish tenor, Mark has inspired audiences around the world with his powerful voice and has even sung for Pope St. John Paul II and St. Teresa of Calcutta.
Andy Cooney
Named “Irish America's Favorite Son” by the The New York Times, Andy is known for his rich tenor voice, eight sold-out performances at Carnegie Hall and acclaimed recordings.
John-Paul Kaplan
Acclaimed pianist, composer, and Kawai Recording Artist John-Paul Kaplan has performed at renowned venues including Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center.
Dave & Lauren Moore
Dave and Lauren are Catholic musicians, composers, and founders of Catholic Music Initiative, dedicated to fostering deeper worship through sacred music. They blend contemporary and traditional styles to inspire reverent liturgy and help draw hearts closer to Christ.
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