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How to Pray: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena

Each year, Catholics around the world prepare for the Feast of the Assumption on August 15 by praying a nine-day… // Read More

Jokester Saints: The Joyful Side of Holiness

When you think of a saint, what comes to mind? Someone quiet, serious, maybe a little intimidating or even unattainable…. // Read More

The 20 Best Catholic Apps in 2026

Let’s be honest: most of us already spend plenty of time on our phones. What if some of that screen… // Read More

Meet Our Lady: Our Lady of Pontmain

France was losing a war. An entire village was praying. And in the middle of a cold January night, heaven… // Read More

Meet the Saints: St. John the Baptist

If you’ve ever felt like your purpose wasn’t really about you, St. John the Baptist is your saint. He is… // Read More

Welcoming 2025 and 2026’s Newest Catholic Saints

Do we even have to tell you that we at FOCUS love the saints? From the earliest saints to the… // Read More

The Ultimate List of Prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most beloved devotions in the Catholic Church, reminding… // Read More

Meditations on the Gospel of John: “Come and See”

If you’re not sure where to begin in the Bible, start with the Gospel of John. John’s Gospel feels personal… // Read More

The Ultimate Catholic Adoration Resources Guide

Whether you’re new to Eucharistic Adoration or a seasoned visitor of the Blessed Sacrament, spending time in the presence of… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Paul

If you’ve ever done something you deeply regret — something that hurt people, something you can’t undo — and wondered… // Read More

How to Pray: The Liturgy of the Hours

If you’ve ever wanted a way to pray consistently—not just when you remember, when you’re inspired, or when life feels… // Read More

The Ultimate 10 Commandments FAQ

Most people can name at least a few of the Ten Commandments. But actually understanding them? Living them? Applying them… // Read More

What 70% of Catholics Said About Confession Might Surprise You

The report is in – 70% of Catholics are not regularly going to Confession. But it’s not that bleak –… // Read More

What Does the Catholic Church Say About Artificial Intelligence? A Q&A Guide to Magnifica Humanitas

From questions about our faith to what we should eat for dinner, artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world —… // Read More

A Roundup of FOCUS’s Best Rosary Resources

The Rosary is more than just a string of beads and repeated prayers — it’s a powerful conversation with Mary… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Matthias

If you’ve ever felt like you came to something late — like everyone else had a head start and you… // Read More

Missionary Life

How to Pray: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena

Each year, Catholics around the world prepare for the Feast of the Assumption on August 15 by praying a nine-day… // Read More

Jokester Saints: The Joyful Side of Holiness

When you think of a saint, what comes to mind? Someone quiet, serious, maybe a little intimidating or even unattainable…. // Read More

The 20 Best Catholic Apps in 2026

Let’s be honest: most of us already spend plenty of time on our phones. What if some of that screen… // Read More

Meet Our Lady: Our Lady of Pontmain

France was losing a war. An entire village was praying. And in the middle of a cold January night, heaven… // Read More

Meet the Saints: St. John the Baptist

If you’ve ever felt like your purpose wasn’t really about you, St. John the Baptist is your saint. He is… // Read More

Welcoming 2025 and 2026’s Newest Catholic Saints

Do we even have to tell you that we at FOCUS love the saints? From the earliest saints to the… // Read More

The Ultimate List of Prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most beloved devotions in the Catholic Church, reminding… // Read More

Meditations on the Gospel of John: “Come and See”

If you’re not sure where to begin in the Bible, start with the Gospel of John. John’s Gospel feels personal… // Read More

The Ultimate Catholic Adoration Resources Guide

Whether you’re new to Eucharistic Adoration or a seasoned visitor of the Blessed Sacrament, spending time in the presence of… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Paul

If you’ve ever done something you deeply regret — something that hurt people, something you can’t undo — and wondered… // Read More

How to Pray: The Liturgy of the Hours

If you’ve ever wanted a way to pray consistently—not just when you remember, when you’re inspired, or when life feels… // Read More

The Ultimate 10 Commandments FAQ

Most people can name at least a few of the Ten Commandments. But actually understanding them? Living them? Applying them… // Read More

What 70% of Catholics Said About Confession Might Surprise You

The report is in – 70% of Catholics are not regularly going to Confession. But it’s not that bleak –… // Read More

What Does the Catholic Church Say About Artificial Intelligence? A Q&A Guide to Magnifica Humanitas

From questions about our faith to what we should eat for dinner, artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world —… // Read More

A Roundup of FOCUS’s Best Rosary Resources

The Rosary is more than just a string of beads and repeated prayers — it’s a powerful conversation with Mary… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Matthias

If you’ve ever felt like you came to something late — like everyone else had a head start and you… // Read More

Missionary Life

How to Pray: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena

Each year, Catholics around the world prepare for the Feast of the Assumption on August 15 by praying a nine-day… // Read More

Jokester Saints: The Joyful Side of Holiness

When you think of a saint, what comes to mind? Someone quiet, serious, maybe a little intimidating or even unattainable…. // Read More

The 20 Best Catholic Apps in 2026

Let’s be honest: most of us already spend plenty of time on our phones. What if some of that screen… // Read More

Meet Our Lady: Our Lady of Pontmain

France was losing a war. An entire village was praying. And in the middle of a cold January night, heaven… // Read More

Meet the Saints: St. John the Baptist

If you’ve ever felt like your purpose wasn’t really about you, St. John the Baptist is your saint. He is… // Read More

Welcoming 2025 and 2026’s Newest Catholic Saints

Do we even have to tell you that we at FOCUS love the saints? From the earliest saints to the… // Read More

The Ultimate List of Prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most beloved devotions in the Catholic Church, reminding… // Read More

Meditations on the Gospel of John: “Come and See”

If you’re not sure where to begin in the Bible, start with the Gospel of John. John’s Gospel feels personal… // Read More

The Ultimate Catholic Adoration Resources Guide

Whether you’re new to Eucharistic Adoration or a seasoned visitor of the Blessed Sacrament, spending time in the presence of… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Paul

If you’ve ever done something you deeply regret — something that hurt people, something you can’t undo — and wondered… // Read More

How to Pray: The Liturgy of the Hours

If you’ve ever wanted a way to pray consistently—not just when you remember, when you’re inspired, or when life feels… // Read More

The Ultimate 10 Commandments FAQ

Most people can name at least a few of the Ten Commandments. But actually understanding them? Living them? Applying them… // Read More

What 70% of Catholics Said About Confession Might Surprise You

The report is in – 70% of Catholics are not regularly going to Confession. But it’s not that bleak –… // Read More

What Does the Catholic Church Say About Artificial Intelligence? A Q&A Guide to Magnifica Humanitas

From questions about our faith to what we should eat for dinner, artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the world —… // Read More

A Roundup of FOCUS’s Best Rosary Resources

The Rosary is more than just a string of beads and repeated prayers — it’s a powerful conversation with Mary… // Read More

Meet the Saints: Saint Matthias

If you’ve ever felt like you came to something late — like everyone else had a head start and you… // Read More

Host	Retreat Type	Start Date	End Date
Tulane University	Way of the Disciple	09/05/24	09/07/24
University of Nebraska Lincoln	The Sanctifier	09/13/24	09/15/24
Parish Outreach	The Father’s House	09/16/24	09/18/24
Kansas State University	The Father’s House	09/20/24	09/22/24
University of Delaware	Rec	09/20/24	09/22/24
University of South Carolina – Columbia	Rec	09/27/24	09/29/24
St. Francis University	The Father’s House	10/04/24	10/06/24
Nicholls State University	The Father’s House	10/04/24	10/06/24
Northwestern State University	The Father’s House	10/11/24	10/13/24
University of Memphis	The Father’s House	10/11/24	10/13/24
Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville	The Father’s House	10/18/24	10/20/24
Ohio State University	The Father’s House	10/18/24	10/20/24
University of Dallas	The Sanctifier	10/24/24	10/26/24
Central Connecticut State University	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
Universidad de Monterrey	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
California State University – Fullerton	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
Sts. Anne and Joaquim, Fargo, ND	Way of the Disciple	11/01/24	11/03/24
University of Krems	Men’s	11/01/24	11/03/24
University of Mary	The Father’s House	11/08/24	11/10/24
DePauw University	Rec	11/08/24	11/10/24
Philanthropy Engagement	Way of the Disciple	11/15/24	11/17/24
University of Passau	Rec	11/21/24	11/23/24
Texas A&M University	The Sanctifier	02/07/25	02/09/25
FOCUS Greek Southeast	The Father’s House	02/14/25	02/16/25
FOCUS Greek Midwest	The Father’s House	02/14/25	02/16/25
Worcester Polytechnic Institute	The Sanctifier	02/14/25	02/16/25
FOCUS Greek Southwest	The Father’s House	02/21/25	02/23/25
Wayne State University	The Father’s House	02/21/25	02/23/25
University of Illinois-Chicago	The Sanctifier	02/21/25	02/23/25
Queens College of the City University of New York	The Father’s House	03/07/25	03/09/25
Nicholls State University	Way of the Disciple	03/07/25	03/09/25
Grand Valley State University	The Father’s House	03/28/25	03/30/25
University of Northern Iowa	Way of the Disciple	04/03/25	04/05/25
University of Nebraska Lincoln	The Father’s House	04/04/25	04/06/25
Arizona State University	Men’s	02/07/25	02/09/25
University of Nebraska at Kearney	Rec	09/27/24	09/29/24

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