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Join the Mission Circle

Our world thirsts for Christ's love and, together, we can help more people encounter the truth and beauty of the Gospel.

The minimum donation required to qualify for Mission Circle membership is $15/month.
Standard Giving Tier: $15-$29.99
Premium Giving Tier: $30 or more
See membership benefits below.

You Are Invited to Become a Mission Partner

Mission Circle Benefits

Welcome kit with free book

Join today and enjoy a free Augustine Institute-curated book, as well as other special gifts delivered to your home!

*International members will receive a coupon for one free book from our What Every Catholic Should Know series.

Monthly digital products

Receive free digital products in your inbox so you and your family can deepen your love and understanding of God through a variety of videos, talks, and ebooks.

Up to 20% off Catholic Market

Save up to 20% on select Augustine Institute offerings.

Holy Day devotions

Celebrate Catholic feast days with special devotions and digital inspirations from our Augustine Institute and FORMED teams.

Access to community forum

Join a thriving community and access thought-provoking discussions with theologians and fellow Catholics at a level not found anywhere else online.

Your feedback on future programs

Offer your input to shape the future of the Augustine Institute’s programs and products, as together we help more Catholics understand, live, and share their faith.

Exclusive sneak previews

Be the first to enjoy new Augustine Institute releases. Offer feedback before products are revealed to the public!

Interactive Bible studies

Join live webinars with Augustine Institute faculty—dive into Scripture and ask the professors your questions live.

Thanks to Our Mission Circle Members...

200,000+

Souls touched by the Gospel with FORMED Daily Reflections

1,300,000

Catholics engaging with their faith on FORMED

550

Graduate school alumni working for the Church

9,878

Parishes using sacramental preparation curriculums

Become a Premium Member for Additional Benefits

Monthly donors who contribute $30 or more each month receive additional benefits

Spiritual Retreats

Participate in virtual conferences with top biblical scholars from around the nation, including our faculty from the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology.

Free Online Courses

Deepen your knowledge of the faith with free access to select Augustine Institute online Courses.

Up to 40% off Catholic Market

Save up to 40% on select Augustine Institute offerings.

FORMED

Enjoy free access to FORMED when you join as a premium member.

Where Does Your Support Go?

Your support helps us create and bring faithful content to Catholics worldwide through the following platforms and programs:

  • Graduate School of Theology: The leading Catholic Master’s program in theology, training disciples on the front lines of the New Evangelization.
  • FORMED: The best Catholic content platform that hosts thousands of movies, children’s programs, eBooks, audio, parish programs and studies on demand to help parishes, families, and individuals to explore their faith anywhere.
  • Award-Winning Films: Our team of creative storytellers who craft captivating cinematic experiences to reach hearts and minds with the light and beauty of Jesus Christ; winner of twelve Telly Awards.
  • Books and Audio Talks: Books, Bible publications, and audio talks designed to reclaim a faithful orthodoxy, help Catholics to engage with exceptional content, and transform the world for Christ.
  • Curriculum: Formation for the future of our Church through sacramental prep and K-8 curriculum for schools and parishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join the Mission Circle?
  • Make a donation by clicking below
  • DONATE
What happens after I sign up?

You will receive 3 emails after sign up:

  • From our team with more information about your links to digital media, discount codes, community forum and more. You will receive monthly member updates to your inbox!
  • Receipt from Augustine Institute for your donation
  • From Classy with link and guidance to setup your donor account. Setting up your donor account gives you ease in updating your account, payment method, amount, etc.

Can I donate to the Mission Circle with less than $15 a month?

At this time, $15 is the minimum Mission Circle monthly donation. If you are unable to donate that amount, we would welcome your prayers and sacrifices toward our mission to help Catholics understand, live, and share the faith.

When I sign up for the Mission Circle, do I get free access to FORMED?

As a Mission Circle member, you have access to exclusive videos, sneak previews, and webinars with Augustine Institute faculty. However, we are not able to offer FORMED for free for Mission Circle members. You may purchase an individual subscription to FORMED here or you can become a Premium Mission Circle Member for $30/month or more to receive access to FORMED. Instructions for accessing that FORMED subscription will be emailed after becoming a Premium Member.

I have more questions, whom do I contact?

Please contact our Mission Circle Support Team at MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or 866-767-3155. We look forward to speaking with you soon!

How do I pay for Mission Circle?
  • Mission Circle monthly donations can be made online by credit card. Please be aware that this is the only way you donate to become a Mission Circle Member. Check donations or one-time online donations will not qualify you for the Mission Circle. Become a Mission Circle Member with your monthly recurring credit card donation by clicking below.
  • DONATE NOW
Can I join the Mission Circle with a check donation or one-time annual payment?

No – Mission Circle Members can only donate by monthly recurring credit card by signing up online. All donations received (one-time online or check), will be recorded as general donations to the Augustine Institute. These donations will not be credited towards Mission Circle membership.

Why am I receiving Classy emails? 
  • We use a system called Classy to manage our Mission Circle donations. Once you join the Mission Circle, you will receive a Classy email that invites you to set up your online account. This account contains donation and account information.
  • If you have any trouble with your Mission Circle account, please contact our Mission Circle Support team at MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or 866-767-3155.
How do I manage my donations?

Donation and account information (i.e. monthly amount, payment date, payment method, name, and email address) can be managed directly in Classy, our donation management system. You can also pause or stop your donation in your Classy account.

How do I login to my donor account?

Visit Classy, and enter your email and password to login. If you have never logged into Classy, select Forgot password? when prompted to enter password. Then, enter the email address initially used to make your Mission Circle donation. Classy will email a link to create/reset your password.

How do I update my payment method as a recurring donor?

Visit Classy to update your payment method. Once logged in, select Manage donation under your active Mission Circle plan, and then select Change payment. Enter in the new payment method and then select Save.

How do I change my payment amount?

Visit Classy to update your payment method. Once logged in, select Manage donation under your active Mission Circle plan, and then select Edit in the Donation details section. Enter in the new amount under Donation amount and then select Save.

Can I stop or pause my payment?

Yes! You can edit your payment details at any time:

  • To pause payments, login to Classy. Select Manage donation under your active plan, then select Cancel donation. You will then have the option to pause your donations for 1 or 3 months.
  • To cancel payments, login to Classy. Select Manage donation under your active plan, then select Cancel donation.

I am a Mission Circle member and need help. Who can help me?

Our Mission Circle Support Team is more than happy to assist! Please email MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or call 866-767-3155.

I cannot attend the monthly Mission Circle webinar. Will I be able to watch later?

Yes! All Mission Circle members will receive an email with the webinar recording and recap.

I am a Premium Mission Circle member donating $30 or more per month. How do I access my FORMED subscription?

Premium Mission Circle members will receive an email with instructions on accessing their FORMED subscription. If you need assistance, please reach out to our Mission Circle Support Team at MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or 866-767-3155.

I am a Premium Mission Circle Member, but I already have a FORMED subscription through my parish. Do I need to sign up through the Mission Circle?

No, if you already have a FORMED subscription there is no need to sign up as Premium Mission Circle member.

Will I receive the Welcome Kit and free book as an International Member?

Due to high shipping costs, we are not able to ship the Welcome Kit and free book to our International Mission Circle members. International Members will receive access to an audiobook from our What Every Catholic Should Know series and a coupon code for a free Augustine Institute Short Course via email.

What happens after I sign up?

You will receive 3 emails after sign up:

  1. From our team with more information about your links to digital media, discount codes, community forum and more. You will receive monthly member updates to your inbox!
  2. Receipt from Augustine Institute for your donation.
  3. From Donorbox with link and guidance to setup your donor account. Setting up your donor account gives you ease in updating your account, payment method, amount, etc.
Can I donate to the Mission Circle with less than $10 a month?

At this time, $10 is the minimum Mission Circle monthly donation. If you are unable to donate that amount, we would welcome your prayers and sacrifices toward our mission to help Catholics understand, live and share the faith.

When I sign up for the Mission Circle, do I get free access to FORMED?

As a Mission Circle member, you have access to exclusive videos, sneak previews, and webinars with Augustine Institute faculty. However, we are not able to offer FORMED for free for Mission Circle members. You may purchase an individual subscription to FORMED here or you can become a Premium Mission Circle Member for $25/month or more to receive access to FORMED. Instructions for accessing that FORMED subscription will be emailed after becoming a PremiumMember.

I have more questions: whom do I contact?

Please contact our Mission Circle Support Team at MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or 303-937-4420 ext. 116. We look forward to speaking with you soon!

How do I pay for Mission Circle?

Mission Circle monthly donations can be made online by credit card. Please be aware that this is the only way you donate to become a Mission Circle Member. Check donations or one-time online donations will not qualify you for the Mission Circle. Become a Mission Circle Member with your monthly recurring credit card donation by clicking below.

donate now
Why am I receiving DonorBox emails?

We use a system called Donorbox to manage our Mission Circle donations. Once you join the Mission Circle, you will receive a Donorbox email that invites you to set up your online account. This account contains donation and account information.

If you have any trouble with your Mission Circle account, please contact our Mission Circle Support team at MissionCircle@AugustineInstitute.org or 303-937-4420 ext. 116.

How do I manage my recurring donations?

Donation and account information (i.e. monthly amount, payment date, payment method, name, and email address) can be managed directly in Donorbox, our donation management system. You can also pause or stop your donation in your Donorbox account.

How do I update my card or payment bank as a recurring donor?

Visit Donorbox, and enter your email and password to login. If you have never logged into Donorbox, select Forgot password? Then, enter the email address initially used to make your Mission Circle donation. Donorbox will email a link to create/reset your password.

How do I update my payment method as a recurring donor?

Visit Donorbox to update your payment method. Once logged in, select your active Mission Circle plan, and then select Change under Payment Method. Enter in the new payment method and then select Update Card.

How do I change my payment amount?

Visit Donorbox to change your monthly donation amount. Once logged in, select your active Mission Circle plan, and then select Change under Amount. Change the amount and save your changes by selecting Update Plan.

Can I stop or pause my payment?

Yes! You can edit your payment details at any time:

  • To pause payments, login to Donorbox. Select your active plan, then select Pause this Plan.
  • To cancel payments, login to Donorbox. Select your active plan, then select Cancel this Plan.

Thank you

As a not-for-profit organization, the Augustine Institute truly relies on your generosity. If you are an existing partner of our work – thank you. And if you are considering becoming a supporter in this important mission of evangelization, thank you. Your faith moves mountains – and we are excited about the potential to join in this great mission of Evangelization together.


The Mission Circle is a giving society of monthly recurring credit card donors. All donations received (one-time online or check), will be recorded as general donations to the Augustine Institute. These donations will not be credited towards Mission Circle membership.