What is FOCUS?
FOCUS (Fellowship Of Catholic University Students)
A heart that has encountered Jesus is a heart changed forever. Someone who knows Christ knows that life can never be the same without Him. It is He Who gives meaning to our lives, purpose to our gifts and direction to our desires. And those who have met Him desire nothing more than to share Him with the rest of the world.
Each of us is called to share Jesus Christ no matter where we are. FOCUS missionaries answer that call by going to college and university campuses across the country, giving freely and joyfully of themselves to invite students onto the journey to Christ’s Kingdom.
Partnering with chaplains and campus ministers, FOCUS missionaries go out to colleges and universities to meet students where they are: in the dorms, on the field, at the student union, and in every corner of campus. Through outreach events and one-on-one conversations, students make meaningful connections with members of Christ’s body — growing in friendships, sharing life and coming together in authentic community.
Through Bible studies, prayer, sacraments, service opportunities, mission trips and national conferences, missionaries invest deeply in students’ lives and build them up in the knowledge and practice of the Catholic faith, sharing with them the joy of the gospel.
By building students in faith, missionaries also raise up students to become leaders in evangelization, teaching them how to serve as missionary disciples and to lead others to Christ.
Visit our team page here!
A heart that has encountered Jesus is a heart changed forever. Someone who knows Christ knows that life can never be the same without Him. It is He Who gives meaning to our lives, purpose to our gifts and direction to our desires. And those who have met Him desire nothing more than to share Him with the rest of the world.
Each of us is called to share Jesus Christ no matter where we are. FOCUS missionaries answer that call by going to college and university campuses across the country, giving freely and joyfully of themselves to invite students onto the journey to Christ’s Kingdom.
Partnering with chaplains and campus ministers, FOCUS missionaries go out to colleges and universities to meet students where they are: in the dorms, on the field, at the student union, and in every corner of campus. Through outreach events and one-on-one conversations, students make meaningful connections with members of Christ’s body — growing in friendships, sharing life and coming together in authentic community.
Through Bible studies, prayer, sacraments, service opportunities, mission trips and national conferences, missionaries invest deeply in students’ lives and build them up in the knowledge and practice of the Catholic faith, sharing with them the joy of the gospel.
By building students in faith, missionaries also raise up students to become leaders in evangelization, teaching them how to serve as missionary disciples and to lead others to Christ.
Visit our team page here!
Meet the missionaries!!
Matthew Trushaw, Team Director
As a missionary, my greatest desire is to lead all students to Christ. My life has been transformed by Jesus and I want nothing more than to bring this joy to others and introduce them to the life-changing message of the Gospel. In His ministry on earth, Jesus humbled Himself to meet us on our level, taking on our humanity, and spent most of His time investing deeply in a few. I look to Jesus’ own example to find the best method of reaching the world. I've been constantly amazed by the different souls I've encountered on campus.
As a missionary, my greatest desire is to lead all students to Christ. My life has been transformed by Jesus and I want nothing more than to bring this joy to others and introduce them to the life-changing message of the Gospel. In His ministry on earth, Jesus humbled Himself to meet us on our level, taking on our humanity, and spent most of His time investing deeply in a few. I look to Jesus’ own example to find the best method of reaching the world. I've been constantly amazed by the different souls I've encountered on campus.
Anna Hurd, 2nd year missionary
My name is Anna Hurd. I grew up in Franklin, TN and graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in nursing. I enjoy hiking, running, and cooking. I am excited to bring the spirit of adventure, healing, and life to UAB!
My name is Anna Hurd. I grew up in Franklin, TN and graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in nursing. I enjoy hiking, running, and cooking. I am excited to bring the spirit of adventure, healing, and life to UAB!
Connor Leblanc, 3rd year missionary
I am currently serving in Birmingham, Alabama! As I have recently married an Alabama girl, the Lord has blessed us with the chance to move to her home state. I'll be serving the campuses of UAB, Samford, and Birmingham Southern. I'll spend my days sharing the love of Jesus Christ to those on campus through Bible Studies, discipleship, and authentic friendship. Please pray for me and the team in Birmingham, that we always stay united to Christ, to bring His Love to campus.
I am currently serving in Birmingham, Alabama! As I have recently married an Alabama girl, the Lord has blessed us with the chance to move to her home state. I'll be serving the campuses of UAB, Samford, and Birmingham Southern. I'll spend my days sharing the love of Jesus Christ to those on campus through Bible Studies, discipleship, and authentic friendship. Please pray for me and the team in Birmingham, that we always stay united to Christ, to bring His Love to campus.
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Maggie Neupert, 2nd year missionary
Hi, my name is Maggie Neupert! I’m the full time FOCUS missionary at Samford University. I am originally from New Orleans, but I just graduated from the The University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in History where I was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. I’m so excited to be here, and I look forward to serving this community!
Hi, my name is Maggie Neupert! I’m the full time FOCUS missionary at Samford University. I am originally from New Orleans, but I just graduated from the The University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in History where I was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority. I’m so excited to be here, and I look forward to serving this community!