A middle school event like no other!
Hosted by the Catholic Diocese of Joliet
March 7, 2026 ● 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Registration for Holy Fire Joliet 2026 will be opening soon. Join our mailing list to be the first to hear when registration launches.
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What
At Holy Fire, middle school Catholics in grades 6-8 are invited and challenged to embrace their baptismal call and the powerful, relevant gospel of Jesus. Through talks by dynamic speakers, witness by peers, inspirational praise and worship, and rich experiences of the Sacraments, Holy Fire helps young people feel seen, welcomed, and invited into a life changing commitment to Christ.
Hosted by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet, and brought to you by the producers of NCYC, the nation’s largest Catholic youth event: the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, in partnership with Equipping the Saints, a division of Declan Weir Productions, Inc.
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Middle School Youth in grades 6-8.
When
Sat., March 7, 2026 - 9:30 AM-5:30 PM
Mass held at 4:00 PM
Cost
Early Bird Pricing - $54.50 (available until Feb 11, 2026)
Regular price - $65.50 (beginning Feb 12, 2026)All seats general admission.
Participants should plan to bring their own lunch.
Holy Fire T-Shirts:
$15. Deadline for pre-ordering T-shirts is Wednesday, February 11, 2026. A limited number of t-shirts will also be available for sale on-site.Where
Central Athletic Complex
500 Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Brought to you by
Hosted by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet, and brought to you by the producers of NCYC, the nation’s largest Catholic youth event: the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, in partnership with Equipping the Saints, a division of Declan Weir Productions, Inc.
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Most Reverend Greg Kelly
Bishop Kelly is a native of Iowa and grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He studied for the priesthood in Holy Trinity Seminary at the University of Dallas in Irving and was ordained to the priesthood in 1982. He served as Parochial Vicar at All Saints in Dallas, Chaplain at the University of Dallas in Irving; and Pastor at St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in McKinney. In 2008 he was appointed Vicar for Clergy and was ordained as Auxiliary Bishop of Dallas February 11, 2016. He resides at Holy Trinity Seminary in Irving.
Maggie Craig
Full-time Catholic speaker Maggie Craig was born in New Jersey, raised in Ohio, and currently resides in Southern California. Equipped with an M.A. in theology, a B.A. in catechetics, and a gift for humor and storytelling, Maggie travels the world as a speaker and retreat leader. She enjoys watching NBA basketball, climbing mountains, and consuming breakfast burritos.
Joe Melendrez
Joe Melendrez is a Catholic speaker and performer who makes faith REAL and RELATABLE. Joe shares the gospel in many unique ways from turning a year of free Chipotle into a burrito ministry, to creating a faith-based clothing line (God Swagg Apparel). He has an electric ministry and has presented at churches, schools, festivals, and conferences worldwide! He has released five studio albums including his latest PRAISESHIP! Joe currently resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife Noelle, daughters Antoinette and Georgette, and son Anthony.
Thomas Muglia
Thomas is a singer/songwriter and worship leader from Glendale, Arizona, inspired by the story of humanity, God’s redemption, and the ability to create new things. Under his dad’s leadership in the church, he began making music from a young age. Thomas graduated from Arizona State University, where he spent most of his time at ASU’s Catholic Newman Center, leading students in music at Masses, worship nights, and community outreach events. Through his time in campus ministry, he's discovered a passion for honest songwriting and music that speaks to the heart. Thomas continues to write and release music while working as the Director of the Young Adult and Youth Ministry at St. Thomas More Catholic Church.
Oscar Rivera
Oscar Rivera was raised in the inner city of Waterbury, Connecticut, and was taught at an early age how to be a survivor. His method of avoiding the streets and its promises became the art of Hip Hop. Oscar's energy and passion for the faith makes his approach inspirational and real-to-life. Oscar is a Franciscan University Alumni ('10), and earned his Masters of Arts in Theology with Saint Leo University ('15). He takes his knowledge of the faith and inspires the youth and young adults of today's culture through his music, talks, retreats, and personal testimony. He brings a message of hope in times of despair, love during times of hate, and faithfully following God, no matter the obstacles. His life has been devoted to the New Evangelization of the Gospel and his upbeat contemporary approach to the good news has made the message easy to understand, follow, and relate to. Christianity is not boring, and Oscar does not intend to be either.
