Josh Burks

Director of Parish Formation

Where I serve

I serve as Director of Parish Formation with FOCUS Catholic, equipping parishes with teams and resources to know Christ Jesus and to respond to his Great Commission. With a background in biblical studies and years of ministry leadership, my work flows from a deep love for Scripture and a desire to see parish communities come alive in faith and mission. I live in the Good Life with my wife, Elizabeth, and our many rambunctious boys. GBR.

My Story

I initially joined FOCUS in 2015, serving alongside my wife and teammates at South Dakota State University for four years as a missionary and Team Director. In 2019 I completed my graduate studies in Theology from the Augustine Institute and was invited to join a team of faithful men and scholars to build The Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies in the Diocese of Lincoln. After serving Emmaus for seven years as a teacher and leader, the Lord brought me back to serving the mission of FOCUS as a Formation Director for Parish Outreach. Thank you for your prayer and partnership in this mission.

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