Abby Pressgrove

“We know that in everything God works for good with those who love him, who are called according to his purpose.”

Romans 8:28

Where I serve

I’m grabbing a warm coat and heading up to serve at Dickinson State University in North Dakota!

My Story

In my decision to play softball at Benedictine College, I never could have imagined all the Lord had in store for me! My sophomore year Intro to Theology class made me start asking the big life questions: Is the Christian God real? Is He really a part of my every day life? Does He actually love me and care about the way I live my life? I began to pray about it, then became convinced of the love of God and my need for Him in my life. I decided to begin going to Mass on Sundays and my team’s Bible study to see where God was leading me. The following year I decided to go through RCIA classes to learn more about the Catholic faith, be baptized, and join the Church.

God worked a lot in my life during that time. One of the most impactful experiences however was going to a FOCUS conference called SEEK. This is a conference for college students that includes speakers, prayer, and Mass. The conference allowed me to reflect on different aspects of my life while also witnessing many people my age worshiping God. I left with a strong desire on my heart to be a missionary when I graduate. I became really close with the FOCUS missionaries on my campus. I then began to lead my team’s Bible study and became very involved with FOCUS. The call to mission never left my heart. I’m so excited to work with athletes to glorify God’s name!

Your Impact

In order to say yes to God’s call to mission, I have committed to trust in mission partners both prayerfully and financially during my time with FOCUS. I’d love to have you join me on mission! If you’re interested, please contact me! Your generosity is very appreciated!

Thank you!! (785) 506-7346 or [email protected]

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Host	Retreat Type	Start Date	End Date
Tulane University	Way of the Disciple	09/05/24	09/07/24
University of Nebraska Lincoln	The Sanctifier	09/13/24	09/15/24
Parish Outreach	The Father’s House	09/16/24	09/18/24
Kansas State University	The Father’s House	09/20/24	09/22/24
University of Delaware	Rec	09/20/24	09/22/24
University of South Carolina – Columbia	Rec	09/27/24	09/29/24
St. Francis University	The Father’s House	10/04/24	10/06/24
Nicholls State University	The Father’s House	10/04/24	10/06/24
Northwestern State University	The Father’s House	10/11/24	10/13/24
University of Memphis	The Father’s House	10/11/24	10/13/24
Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville	The Father’s House	10/18/24	10/20/24
Ohio State University	The Father’s House	10/18/24	10/20/24
University of Dallas	The Sanctifier	10/24/24	10/26/24
Central Connecticut State University	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
Universidad de Monterrey	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
California State University – Fullerton	The Father’s House	10/25/24	10/27/24
Sts. Anne and Joaquim, Fargo, ND	Way of the Disciple	11/01/24	11/03/24
University of Krems	Men’s	11/01/24	11/03/24
University of Mary	The Father’s House	11/08/24	11/10/24
DePauw University	Rec	11/08/24	11/10/24
Philanthropy Engagement	Way of the Disciple	11/15/24	11/17/24
University of Passau	Rec	11/21/24	11/23/24
Texas A&M University	The Sanctifier	02/07/25	02/09/25
FOCUS Greek Southeast	The Father’s House	02/14/25	02/16/25
FOCUS Greek Midwest	The Father’s House	02/14/25	02/16/25
Worcester Polytechnic Institute	The Sanctifier	02/14/25	02/16/25
FOCUS Greek Southwest	The Father’s House	02/21/25	02/23/25
Wayne State University	The Father’s House	02/21/25	02/23/25
University of Illinois-Chicago	The Sanctifier	02/21/25	02/23/25
Queens College of the City University of New York	The Father’s House	03/07/25	03/09/25
Nicholls State University	Way of the Disciple	03/07/25	03/09/25
Grand Valley State University	The Father’s House	03/28/25	03/30/25
University of Northern Iowa	Way of the Disciple	04/03/25	04/05/25
University of Nebraska Lincoln	The Father’s House	04/04/25	04/06/25
Arizona State University	Men’s	02/07/25	02/09/25
University of Nebraska at Kearney	Rec	09/27/24	09/29/24