Bring SEEK to Your Community with SEEK Local

Did you miss SEEK this year? Or perhaps you attended and felt on fire, eager to share the light and inspiration with those who couldn’t make it. 

SEEK Local is a new opportunity for you to bring the powerful experience of SEEK to your parish, small group, or community. It’s an amazing way to encounter Christ together, inspire missionary discipleship, and foster a culture of faith on a local level.

For over 25 years, SEEK has gathered thousands of people to meet Jesus, grow in faith, and be sent out on mission. SEEK Local takes this life-changing experience and makes it accessible wherever you are. Whether in a parish hall or your living room, SEEK Local gives you the chance to invite others into deeper faith and fellowship through prayer, dynamic talks, small group discussions, and shared meals.

Why Host SEEK Local?

The beauty of SEEK Local is its flexibility and simplicity. It’s an opportunity to create a meaningful event that resonates with your community. Whether you’re inviting neighbors to your home or organizing a parish-wide gathering, SEEK Local can:

• Bring people together in an environment focused on faith and fellowship.
• Offer powerful content that inspires and challenges participants to grow closer to Christ.
• Foster relationships and conversations that encourage discipleship and mission.

SEEK Local is more than an event; it’s a chance to bring light and hope to your community by creating spaces for genuine encounter with Christ.

Resources to Help You Get Started

To make hosting SEEK Local easy and effective, we’ve created plenty of resources to guide you. Find them all at seek.focus.org/seeklocal/. The resources include:

• Hosting guides and sample schedules to help you plan every detail.
• Small group leader guides to equip leaders for meaningful discussions.
• Access to the same SEEK talks that inspired you so you can share the powerful messages from the national conference.
• Customizable invitations and promotional materials to spread the word.
• Support for continued small group formation, ensuring the experience doesn’t end after the event.

These tools are designed to make hosting SEEK Local a smooth and rewarding experience, giving you the freedom to focus on connecting with participants and building community. 

How to Host SEEK Local

Getting started with SEEK Local is simple. Here’s how you can begin:

1. Visit seek.focus.org/seeklocal/ to access all the SEEK25 resources you need.
2. Explore the guides, schedules, and materials to plan your event.
3. Invite participants from your parish, small group, or community to join.
4. Use the tools provided to organize and host your custom experience.
5. Keep the momentum going by fostering small group discussions and ongoing faith formation.

Be the Light

SEEK Local isn’t just a program; it’s a way to bring Christ’s light to your community. Through shared prayer, meaningful conversations, and inspiring content, SEEK Local creates a space for people to encounter Jesus and grow in their faith. It’s a simple yet powerful way to share the hope and joy of the Gospel right where you are.

If you’ve been inspired by SEEK or want to help others encounter Christ in a new way, this is your chance to make it happen. Take this step to foster faith, build community, and encourage missionary discipleship in your parish, small group, or neighborhood.

FAQ

What is SEEK Local? 

SEEK Local is an initiative that allows you to bring the enriching experience of the SEEK conference into your community, whether it’s through your parish, a small group, or even your living room. It’s designed to help participants encounter Christ, inspire missionary discipleship, and cultivate a deeper faith environment locally.

Who can host a SEEK Local event? 

Anyone passionate about sharing their faith can host a SEEK Local event. It’s perfect for individuals, parish leaders, or small group facilitators who want to create a meaningful faith experience in their community.

What resources are available to help me host an event? 

To support hosts, SEEK Local provides a variety of resources:

• Hosting guides and sample schedules to assist in planning.
• Small group leader guides for facilitating discussions.
• Access to inspiring SEEK conference talks.
• Customizable invitations and promotional materials to help spread the word.
• Ongoing support for small group formation after the event.

How does this benefit my community?

Hosting a SEEK Local event can:

• Bring your community together in a spiritually enriching environment.
• Offer dynamic and inspiring content that fosters personal and communal growth in faith.
• Encourage ongoing discussions and relationships centered on Christ and missionary discipleship.

How do I get started with hosting a SEEK Local event? 

Starting is simple:

1. Visit the official SEEK website to access resources.

2. Plan your event using the guides and schedules available.

3. Invite your community using the promotional materials provided.

4. Host your event, using the talks and discussion guides to engage participants.

5. Continue the momentum by encouraging ongoing small group meetings and spiritual growth.

Can the conference be tailored to fit my community’s specific needs? 

Absolutely! The beauty of SEEK Local is its flexibility. You can adapt the format, choose which talks to share, and focus on topics that resonate most with your community.

What makes SEEK Local different from other Catholic events and programs? 

SEEK Local is more than just an event; it’s a catalyst for ongoing spiritual renewal and community building. It emphasizes creating a personal encounter with Christ and fosters a sustainable model of faith formation that can continue to enrich your community long after the event has concluded.

Aside from that, SEEK Local is a way to bring the enormous yearly event to those in your community who weren’t able to encounter SEEK this year or before. You cut out the travel, expenses, and other hindrances and make it accessible to everyone in your parish and community. 

How can I invite people to a SEEK Local event?

 To invite people effectively:

• Personalize Your Invitations: Craft engaging invitations.
• Use Multiple Channels: Leverage email, social media, and physical flyers to reach diverse groups. Personal recommendations and word of mouth are also powerful tools.
• Provide Clear Details: Make sure the date, time, location, and contact information are clearly stated so potential attendees can plan accordingly and reach out with any questions.

Where can I find support to host an event?

To find support:

• Engage with Leaders: Connect with leaders in your parish or community who can provide insights, resources, or even help in promoting the event.
• Contact our team: We offer various resources, including guides and promotional materials, to assist hosts in organizing a successful event. Our team can also help you one-on-one with everything you need. 
• Form a Planning Committee: Assemble a team of volunteers to help manage different aspects of the event, from logistics to promotion.
• Utilize Community Resources: Look for local businesses or community groups that might be interested in sponsoring or supporting your event in different ways.

How do I ensure my event is successful?

For a successful event:

• Plan Thoroughly: Use the detailed hosting guides provided by SEEK to plan every aspect of your event.
• Engage Your Audience: Get creative! Multimedia resources are FOCUS’s forte – so besides having your parish leaders and members put on talks and other events, incorporate our videos, Bible Study resources, podcasts, and more. 
• Follow Up: After the event, keep the momentum going with follow-up activities or discussions to continue nurturing the community’s faith journey. Encourage your community to subscribe to the many offerings we offer here at FOCUS – from monthly rosaries to newsletters. 

Additional Resources

For additional resources and detailed guides on hosting your SEEK Local event, visit SEEK Local Resources.