We encounter God in an intimate relationship through daily prayer, the sacraments and the Scriptures.
Hi! My name is Jacob and I’m a FOCUS Missionary
Evangelizing the world starts with us.
I have just graduated from South Dakota School of Mines with my degree in Industrial Engineering. Most importantly, I was inspired by the faith of the students at the Newman Center. I joined Bible studies, discipleship groups, and eventually discerned my call to join FOCUS.
I am now serving at Ohio Northern University leading Bible studies and discipleship groups for the students there. The students and missionaries here are great, and I am blessed with the opportunity to grow in and teach the Catholic faith.
When I discerned the call to join FOCUS, I made the decision to rely on the spiritual and financial support of mission partners to help me through this mission. With your help, I will be able to work full time with college students and share the life that Jesus wants for them. If you are interested in partnering with me, please feel free to call me at (320) 221-5487 or email me at [email protected] and I will schedule an appointment. I’d be honored to share this mission with you!
If you have any questions or need help setting up your gift, please contact us at [email protected].

We encounter God in an intimate relationship through daily prayer, the sacraments and the Scriptures.

By building genuine friendships, we meet students on a deeper level.

We teach students how to share the gospel, who in turn teach other students how to pass it on.