Formation Leadership
Become a formation leader
Get trained and certified to facilitate Before Forever or True Love in your school, parish, or diocese.
Two Tracks
Choose your training track
Each track prepares you to lead a specific FAFE program. Choose the one that matches your ministry context.
Teen Formation
Before Forever Facilitator
Train to deliver the Before Forever curriculum in Catholic high schools and youth ministry settings. Master the 16-session program, learn facilitation best practices, and get certified to form the next generation.
- • For teachers & teen youth leaders
- • Covers the full 16-session curriculum
- • Facilitator manual & certification
- • Ongoing support & community
Young Adult Formation
True Love Facilitator
Train to lead True Love workshops for Catholic young adults. Equip yourself to facilitate honest conversations about dating, healing, and formation for marriage in your parish or young adult community.
- • For young adult & campus ministers
- • Covers the Bone of My Bones series
- • Workshop facilitation training
- • Ongoing support & community
Who should apply?
Teachers
Catholic school theology teachers, guidance counselors, and campus ministers looking to integrate relational formation into their existing programs.
Young Adult Leaders
Parish young adult ministers, Newman Center directors, and community leaders who work with Catholic singles ages 20–39.
Teen Youth Leaders
Youth ministers, CYO leaders, and diocesan coordinators working with Catholic teens in parish or school settings.
The Process
How training works
Apply
Submit your interest below. We'll review your background and ministry context to ensure a good fit.
Train
Complete the certification workshop — either in-person or virtual. You'll learn the curriculum, practice facilitation, and receive your materials.
Launch
Begin facilitating in your school or parish with ongoing support from the FAFE team. Access the partner portal for resources, updates, and community.
Express your interest
Tell us about your ministry context and which track you're interested in.