FOCCUS Training

In efforts to assist the parishes in the formation and preparation of engage couples seeking the Sacrament of Marriage, the Office of Pastoral Care for the Diocese of Orange has scheduled a FOCCUS training for February 15, 2012.

The FOCCUS© Pre-Marriage Inventory is a research-based assessment tool designed to provide engaged couples and their trained FOCCUS Facilitator a personalized profile of what is needed in the couple's marriage preparation process.

Unlike a therapist, a facilitator is not expected to fix problems nor offer advice; he or she is a resource to support the relationship and promote healthy communication. Pre-marriage sessions offer a unique opportunity to celebrate a couple's strengths, practice positive communication skills, and explore important areas that may present problems later.

This training is for all those providing the pre-marriage inventory in their parishes.

Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Place: Marywood Pastoral Center, 2811 East Villa Real Drive, Orange, CA 92867

Time: 9:30am-4:30pm  (9:00am Registration)

Cost:   $50.00 (includes lunch and facilitator guide)

Make checks made payable to the Ministry to Priest Office

For more information, please contact Michael Donaldson at 714-282-4203 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it