February 26

2028

Grand Rapids, MI & Mt. Pleasant, MI

St. Robert of Newminster

University of Michigan (BFA Theatre)

Cryptologic Technician, US Navy

Arabic, Spanish

Music, Writing, Camping, the Great Lakes, Silence, Card & board games

I lived in a dry cabin in Alaska

St. Teresa of Calcutta

Litany of Trust

When the Catholic pillar of my family – my Grandma Marge Kasprzak – passed away, I saw how I had not been living the faith with which I was raised. Through her loss, God led me back to the Church and the sacraments: a return to Reconciliation after many years was the next turning point. I became increasingly involved in my parish as a layperson but remained unsettled… God’s call still seemed deeper. When Mass became a virtual celebration during the pandemic, my need for the Eucharist became apparent and, once able, I began attending daily Mass. In daily communion and worship with my parish community, I clearly heard what God was asking of me. I have followed His call with joy ever since!

Administering the sacraments, serving the faithful, being a brother priest.

Completing the 30-day Ignatian retreat, capsizing a sailboat, losing Monopoly Deal to Dcn. Christopher Grief (Diocese of Owensboro)

Please pray that my heart remain fully, humbly focused on the Lord Jesus Christ and His will.