Mark Batterson
Author, Speaker & Pastor
In all my travels around the nation, I haven’t seen a ministry do what Focus One is doing. They are passionately and creatively preparing young adults to engage culture as Christ followers. I would encourage everyone to take one year to discover your God-given destiny!
Gabe Lyons
Author of the book Unchristian
My experience with friends who have participated in RMC/Focus One is that they are some of the most authentic and deeply committed followers of Christ I’ve known. This program has personally impacted me as my most significant discipleship experience came through an RMC/Focus One alumnus. Their work is not limited to the time spent in the program—but is carried with them as they go throughout life doing the hard work of Christianity—making disciples.
Andy Crouch
Author & Speaker
It’s amazing to see a group of young adults digging in so deeply to the fundamental questions of mission, values, character, and calling as they prepare for college and beyond. Focus One is a model of the kind of intentional discipleship we need much more of in the North American church.
Jeanne Mayo
President of Youth Leader’s Coach, Author & Speaker
Focus One is a unique one-year discipleship program that will be an incredible asset to ANYONE prior to jumping into the rest of their life. As with any quality discipleship program, leadership is paramount. And Focus One’s Director, Taka Iguchi, is one of God’s finest. I recommend the program highly.
Dave Gibbons
Author & Pastor
Focus One intensively invests in the next generation to make a difference in the world! Love it!
Jay Mooney
National Youth Director, General Council of the Assemblies of God.
Focus One is among the best, one-year, post high school ministry schools that I have encountered anywhere. Great people. Great ministry. This is a fantastic place to grow deep in relationship with God and develop dreams for the future.
Margaret Feinberg
Author & Speaker
What would it look like for a young person to give their life wholly and fully to God? What impact would that person have on the world? Focus One is answering that question with an innovative and creative approach to helping people become all God has created them to be. Why not take a year and see what God does?
Jody Herrington
Director of U.S. Disaster Relief for Operation Blessing International
Hands down “Focus One” is one the absolute closest examples of what Jesus did with his disciples than anything you will find in the world today. It is 24/7 coaching, mentoring, devotion and discipleship. I have had the opportunity to have a personal relationship with the staff of Focus One for many years and they exude excellence in all that they do. Their love for God and leadership is a lifestyle and one that is contagious to all that know them. I have seen first-hand their work ethic, passion for Christ, teamwork and heart of service as they have responded with us during national disasters throughout the United States. If you want to learn more about God, yourself and how to reach your fullest potential in the Kingdom of God than accept the challenge to be part of this cutting edge movement – Focus One.
Monty Hipp
CEO & Founder of C4 Group
The concept of Focus One is brilliant. The positive impact of one year being given to focus on your faith, and to gain a sense of God’s plan for your future, will benefit everyone involved. I cannot overstate my excitement and belief in this program. Go to Focus One with questions and leave with your destiny in hand.
Terry Kelley
Worship Leader & Recording Artist
Focus One is a unique opportunity to spend a year dedicated to chasing after who God has created you to be. This could be the most important year of your life!
Lawrence J. Morrissey
Mayor of Rockford, IL
I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Focus One. Their commitment to influencing positive change through ongoing volunteerism efforts and youth initiatives has left, and continues to leave a remarkable impact on this community.
Nate Ruch
The Center for Youth & Leadership, North Central University
People cannot come to Focus One and remain unchanged. The program and the culture of Focus One are designed to stretch a person spiritually, physically, emotionally and in their ability to discover their place in this world in order to become a leader in the world outside. What happens there is contagious, you won’t be able to keep it to yourself! I love this program and am proud to partner with it. Focus One students that transfer into North Central University to complete their degree are among the best of our students.
Paul Hinzman
Illinois District Youth Director
When I think about Focus One, hands on experience comes to mind. This is a place where students are taught the very basics of what ministry is about . . . serving. In the short amount of time that I have had the pleasure of working with the Focus One team, I have been amazed by their sense of mission, their servant’s hearts, and the community found amongst each other. I have full confidence in the leadership and direction invested in each student.
