2023 Southeast Regional Meeting

May 19 - 20, 2023

Embassy Suites Hilton Orlando Lake Buena South
4955 Kyngs Heath Road
Kissimmee, FL 34746
(407) 597-4000

The Embassy Suites Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South is located about 20 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO) near Interstate 4 in the heart of Orlando, Florida. On-site self parking is available at a discounted rate of $10 per day. The Embassy Suites has three on-site dining options available, the Kyngs Grill (dinner 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.), the Oasis Lounge, and The Market Place for grab and go options.

The deadline for booking a Guest room rate at our group rate has passed.  Guest rooms are still available at the prevailing rate.  To book your guest room, you will automatically be directed to their website to book your overnight accommodations, once you've completed the registration. If you have any trouble booking your guest room, please contact Christi Watts at [email protected].


AGENDA

Friday, May 19, 2023


  • 12:00 PM- 1:30 PM  --   Opening Presentation & Lunch:  Panel Discussion  - Challenges of Council Leadership

    12:00 PM- 1:30 PM -- Opening Presentation & Lunch: Panel Discussion - Challenges of Council Leadership

    Lead by John Berry
    Panelists: Geovanna Gomez, Archdiocesan Council of Puerto Rico; Ron Szejner, Diocesan Council of Nashville; Kim Boudreaux, Archdiocesan Council of Baton Rouge; Claudia Luedeking, Archdiocesan Council of Miami


  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM --   General Session Presentation

    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM -- General Session Presentation

    National President Elect - John Berry, Archdiocese of Atlanta


  • 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM   --  Governance Discussion Session

    3:30 PM - 5:00 PM -- Governance Discussion Session

    By-Laws - Mike Syslo
    Safe Environment - John Berry
    Standards of Excellence - Mike Champagne
    Q & A Discussion to Follow


  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM  Role of the Spiritual Advisor

    5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Role of the Spiritual Advisor

    Lead by Isabel Darcy
    Panelists: Sr. Catherine Kelly, D.C. & Fr. George Gyasi


  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM --  Reception

    6:00 PM - 6:30 PM -- Reception

    (Light Snacks & Cash Bar)


  • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM  --  Regional Dinner

    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM -- Regional Dinner


  • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM -- Regional Dinner

    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM -- Regional Dinner

    Bringing a Guest/Spouse to the meeting with you? Join Us for Dinner!

    Price $60.00

Saturday, May 20, 2023


  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM   --   Breakfast On Your Own

    8:30 AM - 9:30 AM -- Breakfast On Your Own

    (Included for Overnight Guests)


  • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM   --   Spiritual Retreat

    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM -- Spiritual Retreat

    Sr. Catherine Kelly, Daughters of Charity, Archdiocese of New Orleans


  • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM   --   Lunch & Panel Discussions

    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM -- Lunch & Panel Discussions

    Collaboration with Other Groups - Panelists: Sr. Irma Vargas, D.C., DePaul Community Health Centers (NOLA), Jessica Lovell, DePaul USA (NOLA), Michael Mies, Executive Director, Archdiocese of Atlanta


  • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM  --   Concurrent Sessions:  Voice of the Poor

    2:00 PM - 3:30 PM -- Concurrent Sessions: Voice of the Poor

    Jack Murphy, Archdiocese of Atlanta, Systemic Change/Voice of the Poor Committee


  • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM -- Concurrent Session:  Thrift Stores

    2:00 PM - 3:30 PM -- Concurrent Session: Thrift Stores

    Don Schiffgens, Project Manager, Diocese of Palm Beach


  • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM  --  Concurrent Sessions: Roundtable Discussion - Role of the Spiritual Advisor

    2:00 PM - 3:30 PM -- Concurrent Sessions: Roundtable Discussion - Role of the Spiritual Advisor

    Panel: Sr. Catherine Kelly, D.C.


  • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM -- Concurrent Session: "Housing Without Bricks & Mortar"

    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM -- Concurrent Session: "Housing Without Bricks & Mortar"

    Mariel Risner Silvey, Housing Director, SVdP Georgia


  • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM -- Concurrent Session: Disaster Services

    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM -- Concurrent Session: Disaster Services

    Kevin Peach, Disaster Services Corporation
    Diane Clark, Diocese of Venice


  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM  --  Mass & Dinner (On Your Own)

    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM -- Mass & Dinner (On Your Own)

    Local Vigil Mass offered at 6:00 p.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the University, 8300 Vineland Avenue, Orlando, FL 32821

    Dining Options List Below


DINING

On-site Dining: Embassy Suites: Kyngs Grill, American Cuisine (5 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

Nearby Dining: 2.2 miles El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant (9 a.m. - 9 p.m.); 5.0 miles Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, American Cuisine (11 a.m. - 10 p.m.), 4 Rivers Smokehouse (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.); 7.2 miles Big John's Rockin' BBQ (7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.), Maracas Restaurant, Dominican Cuisine (6 a.m. - 10 p.m.); 9.4 miles Mi Gente Restaurant, Grill (1 p.m. - 2 a.m. - closed Mondays & Tuesdays)

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(Once you click Submit, you will receive a confirmation for your registration.  The system will immediately forward you to the hotel link to book your guest room.  If you do not see a confirmation in your email, please check your SPAM folder) 

Cancellations will be granted up till May 15th with a $25 cancellation. After May 15th no refunds will be given.


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