Christ calls every Catholic to the mission of evangelization. The Making Missionary Disciples (MMD) Track at SEEK26 dives into topics specific to living as a missionary disciple in your parish, household, and community. You’re welcome to attend the MMD talks in the morning or choose to attend the many other collegiate options – either way, you won’t want to miss the iconic moments of SEEK26: daily Mass, evening keynotes, and inspiring entertainment!
SEEK26: Ignite Your Faith and Mission in Columbus!
What to expect:
You’ll be among a few thousand other parishioners and about 10,000 lively college students who will fan into flame hope in the future of the Church and the world. You’ll hear from world class speakers, have daily opportunities for prayer, sacraments, fellowship, and entertainment. No matter whether you’re a long-term or brand-new follower of Jesus, a teacher of RCIA or a student in it; SEEK is for you.
As a part of SEEK26, you will:
You’re always being called deeper into a relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church – come and see what’s next!
Experience truth, beauty, and goodness; hear from renowned speakers, events, entertainment, sponsors and more! Find out what it means to Be the Light.
Witness truth, beauty, and goodness; hear from renowned speakers and inspiring sponsors; and experience powerful events, entertainment, and more!
Don’t miss this opportunity to seek God with thousands of Catholics!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will SEEK26 take place?
SEEK26 will take place at Columbus Ohio, from Thursday, January 1 to Monday, January 5, 2025 and we will be there!
Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
Who can go?
SEEK26 is for everyone. That means you.
Anyone is welcome to go to SEEK26 with us.
What is the cost?
This discount applies to the first thirty people who register for SEEK! Register now to reserve your spot.
Spouse and Guests: $575
Child 18+: $545
Child 13-18: $250
Child 0-2: $0
Babysitter: $85
Hotel costs through St. James will be $129-148 per room per night plus taxes and fees.
Babysitter passes provides lunches January 2-4 and no conference content access. Limited to 1 per family.
If you would like to register a priest or religious for SEEK, please register them as their own individual registration to receive their clergy discount.
Where can we find a hotel room?
We will be staying at the AC Hotel Columbus which is under a 5 minute walk to the Convention Center. Our parish block rate is $144/night plus taxes and fees. Use this link to make a new reservation: https://book.passkey.com/go/ef0ca945.
What is a day like at SEEK26?
Full! And fun! Make sure you bring your walking shoes, layers for those random convention center temperatures, and a journal for all the nuggets you’ll want to remember. For a fuller picture of the schedule, check out the SEEK26 website here.
How do I register?
Please register by completing the intrest form below. After you submit this form, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register on the FOCUS website along with the discount code for your registration. More information will be communicated to you via the email and phone number you input in the form.
What does my registration get me?
- Entrance to all conference sessions and keynotes
- Lunch for each full day of the conference
- Opportunities for Mass, the sacraments, and adoration with fellow attendees
- A chance to explore unique service/vocation opportunities presented by sponsors
- All evening concerts and entertainment
- Access to exclusive resources and materials, including the SEEK app
Can I bring my kids?
Yes! It is so fun to see kids there and there is babysitting if you want to get to the talks on your own. Your kids can join us for anything at SEEK26 and if you opt them into babysitting, they can still join us for Mass in the mornings, keynotes, and entertainment at night; though, their favorite part is usually collecting as many stickers as they can from all the sponsors and vendors in Mission Way. The St. James sticker collecting record is 64! To enter into the convention center and pass through security, each person (including children) will need an Event Pass. Spouses and children can be added to your registration below. The following are the costs for each child, by age:
0-2 years old: $0 | 3-12 years old: $85.00 | 13-18 years old: $250 | 18+ years old: $545 | Spouse $575
There is babysitting?!
Childcare will be available each full day of the conference (January 2,3, and 4). Childcare services are open to all children aged 18 months to 10 years, while space permits. Additional registration through our partner vendor is required. Details will be sent to those who opt-in during their SEEK registration. Cost: $150 per child, or $500 max per family. This cost for the service is in addition to the conference registration fee for children aged 18 months to 10 years old. The cost includes babysitting for all three days. Day passes are not available. FOCUS works to subsidize 80-90% of the cost of this service to ensure our families can experience SEEK.
Will be on-site / attached to convention center
– Days 2, 3, and 4 of conference
– 8 AM – 5 PM
– Lunch, snacks, and programming included in fee
o Some dietary restrictions can be accommodated
– Programming includes: Crafts, activities, games, Eucharistic Adoration, and more! (Hoping for CGS again!)
Who is speaking at SEEK26?
Fr. Mike Schmitz, Cameron Fradd, Jason Evert, Sr. Josephine Garrett CSFN, Dr. Scott Hahn