Christ Church Greenwich has added additional seating for a standalone book talk by New York Times bestselling author Kate Bowler, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, at 9:30 a.m., following strong interest in the event.
The talk, part of the church’s Women’s Conference, is now open to attendees who are unable to participate in the full-day program. A $50 ticket includes admission to the keynote conversation as well as a copy of Bowler’s new book, Joyful Anyway. Bowler will be in conversation with Henley Cox.
Organizers said the expanded seating option is intended to make the event more accessible while maintaining the broader themes of the conference. “Her keynote will set the tone for a conference that embraces joy, resilience, and meaning—even in life’s complicated seasons,” according to event materials.
Bowler, an associate professor of American religious history at Duke Divinity School, is known for her work on faith, suffering, and the search for meaning. She gained national attention with her memoir Everything Happens for a Reason (And Other Lies I’ve Loved), written after her diagnosis with Stage IV cancer. Her writing and speaking focus on how individuals navigate uncertainty and find purpose in difficult circumstances.
In addition to her books, Bowler hosts the podcast Everything Happens, where she interviews guests about how they approach life’s most challenging questions. She has built a wide audience in the faith and spirituality space, with more than 400,000 followers across platforms.
The April 18 appearance will serve as the opening keynote for the Women’s Conference, which will continue throughout the day with a series of workshops and discussions. Participants in the full conference will select three seminar sessions from a range of topics, including personal renewal, managing attention in a distracted environment, legacy, navigating difficult relationships, and incorporating prayer and spiritual practices into daily life.
The event will open with prayer and remarks from the Rt. Rev. Laura Ahrens, Bishop Suffragan of the Episcopal Church in Connecticut. The conference is co-chaired by Carrie Sponheimer and Ginny Losito.
Christ Church Greenwich, located at 254 East Putnam Avenue, has positioned the conference as a day of reflection and engagement, centered on practical and spiritual approaches to modern challenges.
Organizers said the decision to offer separate access to the keynote reflects continued demand for Bowler’s work and the relevance of the conference’s themes. The added tickets provide an option for those seeking to attend a single session while still participating in the broader conversation.
Additional information and registration details are available through Christ Church Greenwich.
