2026 Pastor Summit
July 7–9 2026
Denver, CO
Be renewed in your priesthood.
Receive world-class formation in missionary discipleship.
Experience quality brotherhood with other priests and bishops.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
MONSIGNOR JAMES SHEA
President, University of Mary
CURTIS MARTIN
Founder & CEO, FOCUS
DR. EDWARD SRI
Sr. Vice President of Apostolic Outreach, FOCUS
BISHOP MUEGGENBORG
Diocese of Reno
BROCK MARTIN
DEACON LUKE OESTMAN
THE PASTOR SUMMIT IS ABOUT RENEWAL
This experience offers vision grounded in Christ, practical formation from the heart of the Church, and, most especially, space for priests and bishops to experience the Lord’s mercy and quality brotherhood.
The Pastor Summit brings together priests and bishops from across the country to discuss the principles of the Church’s vision for evangelization. Beyond principles, FOCUS leaders and veteran parish missionaries share best practices in making disciples and ways to accompany disciples so that they themselves become disciple-makers transforming a parish and diocese, while ensuring each people is personally known, loved, and cared for as well.
We are privileged to welcome Monsignor James Shea to keynote Pastor Summit 2026. In addition to Msgr. Shea, Dr. Edward Sri, Curtis Martin, and experienced FOCUS parish missionaries will lead workshops with time for questions-and-answers as well as table discussions to learn from each other.
We’re gathering local missionary disciples who want to build authentic friendships and be encouraged to live on mission within their communities.
Whether you’re new to the area or seeking to reignite your faith alongside others, this event is for you.
A pillar of the Pastor Summit is the rejuvenating brotherhood priests and bishops experience—not only to grow in missionary vision together but time to be strengthened in the joy of their priesthood. Through beautiful liturgies, extended time of prayer, the availability of confession, an optional golf outing, dinner and fellowship in the backyard of Dr. Edward Sri, the Pastor Summit aims to offer a time of refreshment and fraternal joy.
JOIN US AT PASTOR SUMMIT 2026!
“The content is deeply rooted in the parish and priest experience.”
FR. GARY KASTL
“One of the best parts was being with like-minded priests who share a heart for evangelization. The table discussions and informal conversations throughout the Summit were uplifting, practical, and Christ-centered.”
FR. CHRISTOPHER SULLIVAN
2026 Pastor Summit
July 7–9, 2026
Denver, Colorado
“Pastor Summit is a refreshing experience every time. I am thankful that FOCUS puts such care into the Summit.”
—Fr. Justin Braun
FAQ
All participants will be provided with their own hotel room at the Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows. The programming and most meals will take place in the hotel ballrooms and other space onsite.
Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows
10345 Park Meadows Dr
Lone Tree, CO 80124
Less than 10 minutes away from the hotel, Dr. Edward and Beth Sri will host a BBQ dinner in their backyard. Besides great food and warm fellowship the sunset views of the Colorado Rockies are favorites of many Pastor Summit attendees.
Check-in is from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Denver Marriott South. Pastor Summit will begin with Mass at 4:00 p.m. and conclude by 12:00 p.m. on July 9.
(All times in Mountain Standard Time)
Arrival:
If you are flying, please make your travel plans to arrive at Denver International Airport (DEN) no later than 2:00 p.m. on July 7.
Departure:
Please book flights to depart on July 9 no earlier than 2:30 PM. If you plan to join us for The Pastors (our annual golf outing), please book your flight for 6:30 p.m. or later.
FOCUS will provide transportation from the airport to the hotel and to all event venues during the Summit. Look out for an email as we get closer with more details.
Yes! There are content specifically returning priests and bishops. Dive deeper into conversations and practical applications of missionary discipleship in your parish/diocese, plus the time for prayer, confession, and quality brotherhood will help renew your zeal for the Lord and His people.
“This was my 6th Summit, and each one has gotten better…I am grateful for the deeper dive into the practical application of missionary discipleship.”
— Fr. James Keiter
“This Pastor Summit was the best yet. There are not many opportunities ever where I can be with brother priests on mission in a setting like the Pastor Summit with the leaders of FOCUS and folks like Dr. Scott Hahn to listen, ask questions and learn from each other. Quite amazing and incredible blessing.”
— Fr. Jeff Lewis
We are finalizing the schedule details. Below is a general overview. Sessions may be added/changed, and times may be shifted.
July 7 – Tuesday
2:00 p.m. Check-in opens
3:00 pm Optional prayer time, Confession available
4:00 p.m. Mass
5:00 p.m. Opening Keynote
5:45 p.m. Drinks and Dinner
7:00 p.m. Evening Keynote + Q&A
7:45 p.m. Table introductions
8:00 p.m. Hospitality with Curtis Martin, Dr. Edward Sri + others
July 8 – Wednesday
8:30 a.m. Silent Adoration + Morning Prayer (Confession available)
9:30 a.m. Keynote + Q&A
10:30 a.m. Table Discussion
11:00 a.m. Mass
12:00 p.m. Lunch + Break
2:00 p.m. Training Workshops
3:00 p.m. Break
3:30 p.m. Training Workshops II
4:30 p.m. Adoration with Silence + Praise & Worship (Confession and Prayer Ministry available)
6:00 p.m. Evening Prayer
6:20 p.m. Benediction
6:30 p.m. Depart for Home of Dr. Edward Sri + Beth Sri
6:45 p.m. BBQ Dinner & Fellowship at Home of Dr. Edward Sri + Beth Sri
9:00 p.m. Hospitality at Hotel with Curtis Martin, Dr. Edward Sri + others
July 9 – Thursday
8:00 a.m. Prayer (with Confession available)
9:00 a.m. Keynote + Q&A
10:00 a.m. Table Discussions0
10:30 a.m. Closing Remarks
11:00 a.m. Closing Mass
12:00 p.m. Lunch, to go options available
2:00 p.m. The Pastors (optional golf outing)
What should I bring?
- Clerics
- Casual clothing and shoes for evening socials (if desired)
- Bible, rosary, journal, prayer materials
- Reusable water bottle
- Golf clubs
For Mass, please bring your own:
- Alb
- Stole
(A chasuble will be provided for the main celebrant.)
We are happy to answer any questions you may have! Please email [email protected] and one of the FOUCS Parish staff members will respond to you soon. If you prefer to text or call, reach out to FOCUS Parish staff member Anthony Thompson at 760-803-8042.
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