Forming Catholic Households,
One Day at a Time

Domus Formation began with a simple conviction: the home is the first school of faith.

Not the classroom. Not the parish program. The home.

But most Catholic parents feel overwhelmed. They want to pray with their families, but they don’t know where to start. And the tools that exist give them more to manage — more apps, more content, more decisions.

We built Domus to be different.

One reflection. Five minutes. Every day.

Tied to the readings. Shaped by the liturgy. Written for wherever you are in life — whether you’re raising toddlers or sending kids to college.

We believe daily formation shouldn’t require a degree in theology or an hour of free time. It should meet you at the kitchen table, in the carpool line, in the five minutes before the day takes over.

That’s what we’re building.

Deacon Michael Halbrook

Who We Are

Michael Halbrook is the founder of Domus Formation and a permanent deacon in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, serving at St. Elizabeth Parish in Granite City.

Before founding Domus, Michael spent 18 years at Adobe, most recently as Director of Adobe on Adobe Consulting, leading a global team of 100+ consultants. He also served as COO of Exodus 90.

Michael and his wife Suzanne have four sons. They live in the St. Louis metro area.

He writes weekly at DeaconMichael.net and contributes to Missio Dei Catholic.

Also from Domus Formation

Deacon Life

Community & Formation for Permanent Deacons

Daily formation, a weekly podcast, and a private community built specifically for permanent deacons.

Visit Deacon Life →

Parish Prayers

Liturgical Prayer Resources for Clergy & Staff

Weekly universal prayers, kyrie invocations, and liturgical notes tied to the Sunday readings.

Visit Parish Prayers →

Emmaus Disciples

A 15-Week Journey in Evangelization

A small-group journey through Scripture, prayer, and practical evangelization.

Visit Emmaus Disciples →

All of Domus Formation’s work is consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.