The Catholic Cemetery and Funeral Services of the West’s Annual Conference and Supplier Face-to-FaceTime offers a collaborative, close-knit environment in which those who serve families at Catholic cemeteries and funeral homes, can connect, share, learn and grow. Together let’s meet to explore new ideas, innovative cemetery & funeral home practices, grow our leadership skills and strengthen our ministries.
Attendee Registration
(Arch)diocese, Cemetery or Funeral Home Members
Your all access registration includes:
- Monday Welcome Reception
- Breakfast | Lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday
- Tuesday Evening Group Dinner – Registration required for headcount
- Wednesday Tour of St. Mary’s Cemetery
- Wednesday Evening Mass
- Wednesday Closing Reception at St. Mary’s
- Supplier swag bag
- Two days of high quality speakers and networking!
*Non-members: please email [email protected]g to inquire about membership & registration bundles or to attend as an invited guest!
One-day passes also available at registration
Supplier Registration
Starting At:
Early Bird Registration will end December 15
*CCFW Supplier Partners receive priority for registration. If you would like to be added to a waitlist for open tables, please email [email protected]. We will begin offering open spots to waitlist names beginning November 15th.
Your all access registration includes
- Monday Welcome Reception
- Breakfast | Lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday
- Wednesday Tour of the St. Mary’s Cemetery
- Wednesday Evening Mass
- Wednesday Closing Reception at St. Mary’s
- 36″ Hight Top Travel-Lite Vendor Table**
- Participation in the Vendor FaceTime Activity
- Option to provide swag, brochures or flyers in the attendee swag bags.
**Upgrade to a larger table for an additional cost
CCFW Annual Conference Schedule
Time |
What |
Where |
12:00 – 4:00 PM | Vendor Set Up | The Elks Tower |
3:30 – 4:00 PM | Tour of the California State Capitol – You must RSVP to Heather to attend tour | CA State Capitol |
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Welcome Reception | The Citizen Hotel Metropolitan Terrace |
Time |
Session |
Speaker |
Location |
7:30 AM | Breakfast | N/A | The Citizen Hotel Metropolitan Terrace |
8:30 AM | Transition to the Elks Tower | ||
9:00 AM | Opening Prayer | TBA | The Elks Tower |
9:05 AM | Welcome | President
Doug Farruggia |
The Elks Tower |
9:10 AM | “5 Deathcare Issues That Will Affect You” -How To CYA In Our Changing World- |
Poul Lemasters | The Elks Tower |
10:15 AM | Break | ||
10:20 AM | RoundTable & Panel Discussion
“Historic Institutions with Modern Day Challenges” |
Facilitated by Jerry Del Core | The Elks Tower |
11:25 AM | Break | ||
11:30 AM | Supplier Face to Face Time | Supplier Partners | The Elks Tower |
12:45 PM | Lunch at The Elks Tower | ||
1:30 PM | “Attract More Catholic Families Through Highly-Engaging Estate Planning Workshops!” | Laura K. Meier California Family Trust Attorney |
The Elks Tower |
2:30 PM | Break | ||
2:40 PM | Supplier Face to Face Time | Supplier Partners | The Elks Tower |
4:00 PM | Break | ||
4:15 PM | Annual Members Meeting | The Elks Tower | |
6:30 PM | Group Dinner | TBD |
Time |
Session |
Speaker |
Location |
7:30 AM | Breakfast | The Citizen Hotel
Metropolitan Terrace |
|
8:30 AM | Transition to The Elks Tower | ||
9:00 AM | Opening Prayer | TBA | The Elks Tower |
9:05 AM | “Catholic Identity” | Deacon David Lawrence | The Elks Tower |
10:05 AM | Break | ||
10:15 AM | Supplier Face to Face Time | The Elks Tower | |
11:45 AM | Lunch at The Elks Tower | ||
12:30 PM | “Put Your Mask on First BEFORE Assisting Others – Self-care in Funeral Service” | Angelique Simpson | The Elks Tower |
1:30 PM | Transition Back to The Citizen | ||
2:30 PM | Board Shuttle to St. Mary’s | ||
3:00 PM | Tour of St. Mary’s Followed by Mass | ||
5:00 PM | Dinner & Reception | ||
7:00 PM | Arrive Back at The Citizen |
Schedule will be updated frequently. Check back for most current version.
Meet our Speakers
Poul Lemasters, Esq.
Presentation Title Coming Soon
Laura K. Meier
“Attract More Catholic Families Through Highly-Engaging Estate Planning Workshops!”
Angelique Simpson
“Put Your Mask on First BEFORE Assisting Others
– Self-care in Funeral Service”
Deacon Dave Lawrence
“Catholic Identity Training”
2024 Sponsorship Opportunities
All sponsors will be acknowledged by announcement and sign at the sponsored event, and will be listed on CCFW’s website/social media sites as a sponsor. Sponsorships $500 -$1499 will also receive a half page ad in the onsite program. Sponsorships $1500+ will receive a full-page ad in the onsite program.
Sponsorships are first come first served. Sponsorships are also open to Suppliers who cannot attend, please email [email protected] to work out a custom package. All sponsorships must be submitted by January 6, 2024.
Thank You 2024 Sponsors
Program Printing Sponsor
Tote Bag Sponsor
Speaker Sponsor
Monday Night Cocktail Reception Sponsor
Tuesday Night Group Dinner Sponsor
Tuesday Night Group Dinner Sponsor
The Citizen Hotel - Sacramento
Hotel Information
Stay at the heart of the CCFW Annual Conference at The Citizen Hotel Sacramento. Enjoy the welcome reception, breakfasts and evenings with friends at Michelin Rated Grange Restaurant & Bar.
Take in stunning views of downtown Sacramento where sophistication and class meet modern convenience, and no two guest rooms are the same. Revel in 300-count Italian linens and down pillows. Indulge in upscale bath amenities. Explore décor influenced by the California State Capitol including framed political cartoons by artist Jack Ohman.
CCFW Special Room Block
$269 plus tax for Deluxe King Room
Parking is currently $40 per day and subject to change.
Room rate is valid January 23 – February 6, 2024. Last Day to Book: Friday, January 5, 2024.
Reservation requests for rooms within the Guest Room Block received after the January 5 will be based on availability at Hotel’s prevailing rates.
2024 (Arch)Dioceses/Cemeteries/Funeral Home Attendees
Catholic Cemeteries Northeast Kansas
Diocese of Kansas City
Associated Catholic Cemeteries
Archdiocese of Seattle
Catholic Cemeteries and Mortuaries
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Catholic Cemeteries
Diocese of Fresno
Catholic Cemeteries of Chicago Central Office
ArchDiocese of Chicago
San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery
Diocese of Stockton
Catholic Cemeteries
Diocese of Portland, Maine
Resurrection Cemetery
Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
Catholic Cemeteries
Diocese of Monterey
Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services
Diocese of Sacramento
Calvary Catholic Cemetery
Diocese of Santa Rosa
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery
Diocese of San Bernardino
Gardens of Gethsemani
Archdiocese of Vancouver
Holy Cross Cemeteries
Archdiocese of San Francisco
The Catholic Cemeteries of St. Paul and Minneapolis
Archdiocese of Saint Paul & Minneapolis
Catholic Cemeteries
Archdiocese of Omaha
2024 participating vendors - we appreciate your support!
Explore Sacramento
CCFW will not be organizing an official group activity on Thursday for the 2024 conference. However please join us for a tour of the State Capitol on Monday at 3:30. We are happy to recommend fun Sacramento activities, and also help you connect with others who are also staying through the weekend. Please just let Heather know!
Old Sacramento Underground Tours
Explore the mysterious underground world of Old Sacramento. Learn how Sacramento lifted itself up out of the flood waters during the 1860s and 1870s!
California State Railroad Museum
Stand in the shadow of a 150-year-old, 40-ton monument to innovation, engineering and history. Take a ride along the rails that played a key role in the development of the Golden State. See the history of the California railways come to life in engaging exhibits. A visit to the California State Railroad Museum is a not-to-be-missed experience for persons of all ages.
Experience the Old Sacramento Waterfront
Come find over 125 shopping, dining, events, and attractions located in the beautiful Old Sacramento Waterfront historic district.
Visit Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
Visitors to Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park are welcome to explore the historic structures and living history museum at their own pace. Sutter’s Fort is located in the heart of Midtown Sacramento’s Sutter District, which is home to dozens of outstanding restaurants and shops – many within walking distance.