FOCCUS, an acronym for Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding & Study, is a pre-marriage inventory for engaged couples facilitated by trained parish leaders and volunteers.

FOCCUS is a parish ministry that helps couples to prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage and is one component of the marriage preparation process.

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FOCCUS Training Schedule

May 7 & 14, June 2, 2018 | New Parish FOCCUS Facilitators Training | English

For an interactive Google map and directions, use the Map button in the Map column.

Registration is by paper using the Register Now! button in the Registration column.

Registration Deadline: May 1 for May 7 & 14 | May 25 for June 2

Registration fee: $85.00 | Includes the new 4th Edition FOCCUS Manual, training, additional materials, and food. Parishes will be sent an invoice from this office after training is completed. (Note: each facilitator trainee -- an individual or a couple -- needs a manual, which is purchased by the parish.) This training is partially funded by the Bishop's Appeal.

ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED | NO WALK-IN registrations will be accepted