Building Holy, Happy, and Healthy Marriages.
For 40 years, FOCCUSÂŪ Marriage Ministries have helped couples discover, discuss, and deepen the love that lasts a lifetime.
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Nurturing Holy, Happy, and Healthy Marriages
Learn how FOCCUSÂŪ Marriage Ministries is dedicated to nurturing holy, happy, and healthy marriages through preparation, enrichment, and lifelong support. We help couples strengthen their relationship with each other and with God by fostering open communication, understanding, and prayerful reflection.
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What Is FOCCUSÂŪ?
Conversations That Strengthen Commitment.
FOCCUSÂŪ (Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding & Study) is a trusted Marriage Preparation Inventory, formation, and enrichment process used by churches, dioceses, and ministries around the world.
Our inventories guide couples to talk honestly, listen deeply, and grow together spiritually, emotionally, and practically.
Facilitated Conversation
Faith-Based Foundation
Global Reach
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Our Patron Saint – Saint Bridget of Sweden
A model for service and married life
Among her many roles, St. Bridget of Sweden is a model of religious piety, service and devotion to marriage and family life. Thatâs why FOCCUSÂŪ Marriage Ministries has chosen her as its patron saint.
To underscore its special bond with the saint, the organization commissioned a religious icon of St. Bridget and her family to be created and displayed in its office at the Chancery of the Archdiocese of Omaha. Its installation took place during a ceremony and blessing August 7, 2025.
The FOCCUSÂŪ Difference
Where Faith Meets Research.
Since 1985, more than one million couples have completed a FOCCUSÂŪ or REFOCCUSÂŪ inventory. Our programs are validated by independent researchers, including The Gallup Organization, and shown to significantly improve communication and marital satisfaction. FOCCUSÂŪ inventories are available in multiple formats â Catholic, Christian, and interfaith â to meet the needs of every couple and every ministry.
40 years of research & refinement
Used in 30+ countries
93% of couples report stronger communication
Trusted by over 8,000 parishes & ministries
Learn more about the extensive research that backs our work.
Specialized Inventories
Inventories for Every Journey
FOCCUSÂŪ
Pre-Marriage Inventory
REFOCCUSÂŪ Marriage Enrichment
Convalidation Inventory
Mid-Life & Beyond Inventory
Military Inventory
Coming March 2026 â for couples serving our nation.
First Responders Inventory
Coming June 2026 â for couples serving our communities.
FOCCUSÂŪ helped us talk about what really matters.
From newly engaged couples to empty-nesters, FOCCUSÂŪ transforms conversations into connection.
Couples report better understanding, deeper faith, and renewed joy in their marriage.
âWe thought weâd talked about everything, until FOCCUSÂŪ opened our eyes.â
âThe inventory helped us bring faith into our everyday communication.â
âIt was the best thing we did to prepare for marriage.â
For Facilitators: Equip Your Ministry to Build Strong Marriages.
FOCCUSÂŪ offers training and certification for clergy, pastoral ministers, and lay leaders who prepare couples for marriage or lead marriage enrichment programs. Our training options â online or in-person â make it easy to start strengthening marriages
in your parish or diocese.
Online & In-Person Training
Parish-Centered & Scalable
Proven Facilitator Resources
Rooted in Mission
An Apostolate of the Archdiocese of Omaha
As a Catholic ministry, we believe marriage is a sacred covenant and a lifelong vocation of love. FOCCUSÂŪ is dedicated to supporting Catholic and Christian marriage ministries in nurturing marriages that reflect Godâs plan â holy, happy, and healthy. We also welcome all couples who wish to grow in love and understanding.
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Welcome to the New FOCCUSÂŪ Website!
Weâve redesigned our site to be faster, clearer, and more helpful for the couples, facilitators, and clergy we serve. Donât worry, everything you need is still here, it just has a fresh new look!
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If you are looking for the Members or Admin section, please click the Teal Login Button located at the top of the page. This will take you to your familiar dashboard.
Whatâs New?
- The Content Hub: A new home for weekly updates, monthly marriage conversation starters, and pastoral tips.
- Updated Facilitator Materials: We encourage all facilitators to explore our refreshed guides to ensure a consistent, faithful pastoral tone.
- COMING SOON!! – FOCCUS Webstore: You can now shop for sacramental items, wedding gifts, and marriage-focused resources directly on our site.
