Michael Harper

michael.harper@youthapostles.org

“Behold I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
- Matthew 28:20 -

Hometown: Valrico, Florida

Where I’ve served

Virginia Tech Catholic Campus Ministry - Volunteer - Blacksburg, VA

Saint Joseph Catholic Church - Missionary - Herndon, VA

My Story

Since I was young, my approach to faith has been rooted in service. From altar serving in elementary school, to lectoring and leading retreats in high school, I wanted to do it all. At college, I continued that giving of myself but I also had classes, a job, hobbies, etc. and I found myself burnt out. On a retreat in prayer I realized my fundamental error in my spiritual life, I had neglected my personal relationship with God! I could recite my prayers, I had a loving community of faith around me, and I had the mindset of a servant, but I was missing the keystone. I had never made an intentional effort to join my heart to the Lord's, to align my will with His, and to ultimately trust in Him. It was only then that I could see the Lord not as a ruling master I am subject to, but as a Dad who loves unconditionally, unceasingly, and with His entire being. Only then could I open my heart to joyful service instead of a self-imposed sense of duty. Only then could I invite the Lord to be at the center of my life, and it changed everything.

Your Impact

I believe it is a privilege and an honor to partner with others to fulfill the Great Commission. I decided to fully rely on the spiritual and financial support of others to complete this mission because of the blessing it is to share in this work with others. If you are interested in learning more about the mission and ways to join my mission support team, please let me know the best way to contact you and we can schedule an appointment. Thank you and God Bless.

 

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