There is a dilemma silently facing many Catholic leaders. It’s the challenge of stewarding the Church’s financial resources in a world where a return on investment is often in conflict with our deeply held faith. How do we ensure that our investments not only provide for the people we serve but also reflect the moral teachings we are called to uphold? This is a question with no easy answers. It’s a “silent dilemma” because it’s rarely discussed openly, yet its weight is felt by fiduciaries, pastors, and bishops alike. We feel it on a personal level, too.
That is why we created the Catholic Faith Investor Summit, taking place October 1–2, 2025, in New York City. We believe this is a critical opportunity for our community to come together and directly address this challenge. It is a vital forum for uniting faith and sound investing, a sentiment echoed by trusted advisor Timothy Connors, Founder, Connors Foundation for Catholic Activities, who notes this event provides, “a unique space for mission-based investment collaboration.”
This gathering is not just another conference. It is a place of prayer, honest dialogue, and practical guidance—designed to help leaders move from intention to implementation with confidence. As Daniel Catone, another trusted advisor, highlights, the summit is all about “advancing Catholic social teaching through responsible investing.”
What to expect at the Summit:
- Step 1: Get Clarity. Begin with the Holy Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, grounding every discussion in prayer.
- Step 2: Get a Framework. Engage with peers and experts, including fireside chats, keynotes, and synod-style roundtables that foster honest, practical dialogue.
- Step 3: Get Results. Leave with a concrete plan to steward your institution’s resources confidently and faithfully.
Explore and prepare:
Special Access: 100% scholarships are provided for Bishops and Vicars—no leader is left out of this vital conversation.
I hope that this summit offers more than strategies. I pray it gives you peace of mind—that your investments provide for your people while remaining true to the mission of the Church. It is a testament to the growing movement of faith-driven finance and a great opportunity to explore new partnerships. Dennis Hammond, Senior Vice President, Responsible Investing, First Trust Portfolios, shared his thoughts, “I am honored to be a part of the Catholic Faith Investor Summit. This event is a testament to the growing movement of faith-driven finance and is a great opportunity to explore new partnerships.”
Together, we can turn this silent dilemma into meaningful action—building a legacy of impact, integrity, and faith for generations to come.
With hope and partnership,
Roger Aguinaldo, KM
Co-founder & Managing Partner, Pray Investment Management