Onward with Sisters in Woodbridge:
Locally joining the 2026 Women's Conference
of the Northeast Area of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Registration
for attendance
in NYC opens
March 23rd
Connect with the Northeast Area
2026 Women's Conference
locally
Saturday, May 30th @ 9:30am - 3:30pm
Woodbridge Stake Center
3718 Old Bridge Road
Woodbridge, Virginia
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Virtual Sessions from New York
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Local Breakout Classes
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Faith, Friendship, and Food
We will be collecting feminine hygiene products for the local homeless shelters.
Purpose
This conference is designed to:
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Increase faith in Jesus Christ
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Fortify commitment to gospel principles
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Strengthen bonds of sisterhood
Our hope: Each woman will leave with personally inspired commitments to better follow Jesus Christ and share His light and love.
Conference Schedule
9:00-9:30AM Check-in and Donation Drop Off
(We will be collection feminine hygiene products for the local battered women's shelter.)
Morning Session: How can I improve my discipleship of Jesus Christ?
9:30-11:15 AM Morning Broadcast
9:30 AM Welcome
Opening Song: “I’m Trying to Be like Jesus” (no. 78, Children’s Songbook)
Invocation
9:40 AM Musical Number
9:45 AM KEYNOTE SPEAKER: SISTER TRACY BROWNING
Who were the ‘certain women' in Jesus' life and how can an understanding of these women shape my discipleship as a Latter-day Saint certain woman?
10:15 AM Moderated Plenary Panel
1) What does it look like to be a woman Saint of the latter days in this area?
2) What specific things can I do to strengthen my testimony of Jesus and how can this impact my daily life?
11:15-NOON Local Breakout Classes
NOON-1:00 PM Lunch Break
A Complimentary Lunch Will Be Provided
Gluten-free and Dairy-free options available
Afternoon Session: How can I spread my influence for good in my home, my ward/branch, and my community?
1:00-1:45 PM Afternoon Broadcast Part I
Moderated Plenary Panel
1) How can I “speak with the power and authority of God” and how do I access that power?
2) How can I “reflect righteousness and articulateness in my life” in distinct and different ways that matter?
2:00-2:45 PM Local Breakout Classes
3:00-3:30 PM Afternoon Broadcast Part II
3:00 PM Musical numbers
3:05 PM KEYNOTE SPEAKER: SISTER ELISSA GIFFORD
How can a woman like me help prepare myself, my family, my ward, and my community for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ?
3:25 PM Closing
Closing song: “This Little Light of Mine” (no. 1028, Hymns-For Home & Church) Benediction
Keynote Speakers
Tracy Browning
2nd Counselor, Primary General Presidency
Sister Tracy Browning has served as the Second Counselor in the Primary General Presidency since April 2022. She has served as a counselor in ward and stake Relief Society presidencies, as a Relief Society and Sunday School teacher, and in the Young Women organization.
Sister Browning was born in New Rochelle, New York. She grew up in Jamaica in the West Indies, and in New Jersey and New York. She is married and the mother of two children.
Sister Browning studied at St. John’s University and worked in financial services for 15 years. She has also volunteered with various community and civic organizations.
Sister Browning has given the following General Conference addresses: “Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives” (October 2022); “Seeking Answers to Spiritual Questions” (October 2024); and “Tune Your Heart to Jesus Christ: The Sacred Gift of Primary Music” (October 2025).
Elissa Gifford
Director of Field Operations,
Latter-day Saint Charities
Elissa Gifford serves as Director of Field Operations for Latter-day Saint Charities, where she leads a global team focusing on emergency response, development, and self-reliance initiatives across diverse communities.
Raised by parents who modeled compassion and service, Elissa has dedicated her career to humanitarian work. Starting with supporting refugee resettlement, then expanding to building self-reliance globally, her journey reflects a lifelong commitment to helping others. Her work spans continents, engaging with local leaders, NGOs, and government entities to deliver aid and capacity-building programs that reflect Latter-day Saint Charities’ commitment to global well-being.
Elissa brings a unique perspective, drawing on her experience in navigating complex logistical environments and fostering sustainable impact through collaborative models.
