 Most couples marrying in the Archdiocese of Chicago take the FOCCUS inventory early in the engagement process as part of their marriage preparation. FOCCUS, an acronym for "Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding and Study," is an internationally used instrument for marriage preparation. It is self-diagnostic and designed to help couples learn more about themselves and their unique relationship. It provides individualized couple feedback on where each partner stands in regard to topic areas important to marriage. FOCCUS was developed to reflect the values and ideals of marriage as sacred.
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Please note: FOCCUS inventory is handled by Lyke to Lyke consultants. Lyke To Lyke Consultants serves as an agent for Family Ministries of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Interested in Becoming a FOCCUS Coach?
If you’re interested in becoming a FOCCUS coach, we offer several training seminars throughout the year and in all corners of the Archdiocese. Because FOCCUS is individually tailored for each couple, it is an excellent mentoring opportunity when coaching is by married people. It is also an excellent entry into more meaningful pastoral counseling when it is done by pastoral ministers. We encourage every Chicago area parish to have a FOCCUS ministry as part of their marriage preparation.
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