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NACPA 2027
Rooted and Rising, Grace Under the Spanish Moss
• April 18 - 20 • Savannah, GA •
Set against a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, a vibrant riverfront, and iconic live oaks draped in Spanish moss, the city of Savannah provides a memorable setting for our national gathering.
The Diocese of Savannah is led by Bishop Stephen D. Parkes and serves a community of 80,000 Catholics across 55 parishes, 22 missions and 16 Catholic schools.
Convening with us in Savannah this spring, attendees will attend Sunday Liturgy at the breathtaking Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist; catch up with distanced colleagues and meet new friends at our spirited Sunday Opening Social; begin Monday and Tuesday with uplifting daily liturgy and prayer services; Lunch is on us, Monday as the NACPA Board of Directors present the annual report to members and hold Board Elections; then refresh yourself Monday evening with a “Toast to Savannah” Happy Hour; reward yourself with our Tuesday Social and NACPA 2027 Awards Banquet Dinner and connect with Church HR vendors and experts throughout our time together.
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During NACPA 2027, attendees have the opportunity to choose from 18 sessions specific to the world of working within the Church from HR & Management experts in a variety of current topics, including but not limited to:
- A Beginner's Guide to HR Terminology and Governance (Sunday 1-3 PM)
- Artificial Intelligence as the tool - working for HR
- Catholic Workplace Culture
- Building Strategic Relationships and Networks Within the Church
- Employment Law Updates
- Navigating Canon Law and Civil Law
- Leadership and Management
- Employee Health and Wellness
- Project Management - Keeping Your Team on Track
- Emerging issues and areas of interest for clergy, parish staff, school personnel, and ministry leaders.
NACPA 2027 REGISTRATION
2027 Attendee & Speaker Registration
NACPA's annual convocation allows members to learn from experts in HR and the world of HR in the Church; from those who have succeeded in creating a better and more prosperous environment, through the field of HR, within their communities. During the three-day meeting, delegates attend a spirited Opening Ceremony, uplifting prayer services, and networking opportunities. They will hear from outstanding Plenary speakers; select 4 compelling breakout sessions, from a choice of 12; participate in a hot topic round table (out of 3), welcoming forums, as well as post-session and speaker chats, and will be able to meet face-to-face with vendors specific to the fields of HR and HR within the Catholic Church. Sunday also provides a new, stand-alone session a 101 intro session: HR Beginner’s Guide to Church Terminology and Governance from 1-3PM.
Our Attendees
- All who work in HR-related fields for the Church
- Chancellors / CEOs / Religious Community Directors
- Finance Directors / Managers
- Human Resource Associates
- Human Resource Directors
- Pastors
- Parish Managers / Business Managers
- Principals / Heads of School
- Religious Community HR Directors & Associates / Business / Finance Managers
During NACPA 2027, attendees have the opportunity to choose from 18 sessions specific to the world of working within the Church from HR & Management experts in a variety of current topics, including but not limited to:
- A Beginner's Guide to HR Terminology and Governance (Sunday 1-3 PM)
- Artificial Intelligence as the tool working for HR
- Catholic Workplace Culture
- Building Strategic Relationships and Networks Within the Church
- Employment Law updates
- Canon Law and Civil Law: Mastering the Intersection
- Emerging issues and areas of interest for clergy, parish staff, school personnel, and ministry leaders.
2027 Attendee & Speaker Registration
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2027 PROGRAM AGENDA
ACCOMMODATIONS
THE DESOTO SAVANNAH HOTEL
15 East Liberty Street Savannah, GA 31401
Hotel Block Rate $229/night
($236 with Historic Preservation Fee)
Group Rates Available for Dates: April 14 through April 22, 2027
For over 150 years, The DeSoto Savannah has welcomed guests as a historical gem of the city. A delightful blend of hospitality, exceptional dining, and elegant local living, our hotel is where the creative class gathers and stays for an experience unlike any other in the city. Pull up a chair and stay a while! We're mighty glad you're here.
HR RECERTIFICATION
NACPA Convocation is a wonderful opportunity for Church HR Professionals to gain recertification credit hours from both HRCI and SHRM! Registrants must attend both Plenaries, and one session from each session block of Monday and Tuesday, including the Live OnDemand (Formerly Roundtables) to receive recertification (seven sessions).
NACPA 2027 offers two separate recertifications:
- The usual, as below, achieved by attending both plenaries, two workshop sessions Monday and Tuesday and a Roundtable/Live OnDemand Hot Topic session (seven sessions).
- The second can be achieved by attending the HR Beginner's Guide Workshop - Sunday, April 19th, 1PM-3PM. This session is not mandatory to attend in order to achieve the usual recertification offered.
Recertification credit hours will be released this winter
- toward a PHR®, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). Full Registration Attendees will receive the activity ID after the program concludes. For more information about certification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org.
Recertification credit hours will be released this winter
- for (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program is valid for 11 PDCs for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit https://www.shrm.org
Attendees receive the activity ID after the program concludes.
EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS
Exhibitors for NACPA 2027 will be required to contain their booths/displays within and behind the 6 foot border of their table.
Our annual convocation is the perfect place to make a true connection with our members. NACPA is proud to be able to offer this annual event, not only as a space for members to learn, commune and connect with each other, but as a space where our members can meet with vendors who offer exemplary solutions for their specific Church Human Resources needs.
As a close-knit community, our members rely on each other for advice and referrals when choosing new vendors. When you attend NACPA convocation, you not only have the opportunity to create a bond with our attending members, your organization will also be represented, via attendee experiences and recommendations throughout the year, as other members come in need of your services.
Included in the exhibit fee is a 6’ x 30” skirted table, two chairs, full participation in non-breakout session event offerings, for two representatives; including the opening reception, opening liturgy, daily prayer, daily liturgy, two plenary sessions, Monday evening happy hour, two continental breakfasts, and the closing social and Awards Banquet Tuesday night.
2027 Space Restrictions:
All displays must be contained behind your 6 ft. wide booth table and all displays must be no wider than 6 ft./72 inches, so as to be contained within the parameters of your table.
We recommend a maximum of ONE 33”-39” wide or TWO, 33”-36” wide retractable banner stands/shades for each ONE exhibitor booth to ensure your space does not become overcrowded.
Maximum display height is 8 ft/96 inches. Exhibits must be confined to the exact space allocated. Circulars, publications, advertising matter and all promotional giveaways may be distributed within the allocated space only.
Note: Oversized displays that arrive will not be permitted to setup within this space. Please plan accordingly. Oversized and hanging signs are not permitted over booths.
Exhibitor Registration will open Sun April 18 at 12 PM - 2 PM. Exhibits can be assembled on Sun April 18 from 12 PM - 4 PM and can be dismantled after we return from lunch on Tue April 20 (lunch not provided as many off-campus options). We invite all exhibitors to attend the Tuesday Social (6:30) and Banquet Awards Dinner that evening 7 - 9 PM.
Exhibitor and Sponsor Registration Available Soon!
Registration Sections:
- Exhibit Booth & Representative Information
- Organization and Main Office Information
- Sponsorship Tiers and Special Selections
- Advertising Opportunities - Boost Your Presence
- Printed Program Ads - - NACPA App Placement
- Event Attendance RSVP and Banquet Dinner Entrees
NACPA IS GRATEFUL TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS