LCWR 2026

Xavière Missionary Sr. Nathalie Becquart, undersecretary of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican, speaks Aug. 12 in Orlando, Florida, to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious' annual assembly. (GSR/Dan Stockman)

What synodality means for religious life and the Catholic Church

Xavière Missionary Sr. Nathalie Becquart spoke at the 70th anniversary gathering of LCWR in August. Sr. Joyce Meyer was there, and reflects on Becquart's presentation on synodality, or "walking together."

Sr. Joyce Meyer

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LCWR gathering overflowed with wisdom, encouragement and leadership insight

By Sr. Elia Cárdenas

LCWR ends 70th anniversary assembly with new president, synodality and celebration

By Dan Stockman

In Orlando, LCWR seeks a new harmony for the church

By Sr. Helga Leija

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Sr. Debra Sciano throws out the ceremonial first pitch at a Milwaukee Brewers game June 17. Sciano, who will become president of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious Aug. 1, is such a big baseball fan she keeps score during games on a paper scorecard. (Courtesy of Kathy Sciano Lamb)

Aug 10, 2026

Meet Sr. Debra Sciano, new president of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious

Sciano said she expects the organization to continue emphasizing collaboration among congregations, church organizations and lay partners, an approach shaped by Pope Francis' emphasis on synodality.

ByDan Stockman

Aug 07, 2026

LCWR assembly marks 70 years with Pope Leo XIV message and focus on synodality

More than 1,300 leaders of U.S. congregations and guests will gather Aug. 11-14 in Orlando, Florida, as the organization celebrates seven decades.

ByDan Stockman