This year the theme for our convention is “All Are Welcome to Experience the Love of Jesus.” Our cemeteries are more than a plot of ground for those who visit, and whose loved ones are interred within. They are a uniquely Catholic Experience, one that is grounded in our faith. As Catholic cemeterians, it is our greatest hope that during the unique experience found only in a Catholic cemetery, the healing power available through faith in Jesus will be found and strengthened. Let us all feel the love of Jesus and appreciate our unique Catholic Cemetery Conference experience. Let us open our minds to new ideas and return home refreshed and ready to apply the knowledge gained at this conference.