Blake & Mary Grace Matson

Where We serve

Together with my wife, Mary Grace, I serve at The Ohio State University. Heading into my 4th year in Columbus and I love being a Buckeye more than ever. As the Team Director, I oversee 8 other missionaries – meaning on top of leading bible studies and mentoring young men at Ohio State, I manage and coach my teammates to reach souls for Jesus Christ and His Church.

Our Story

Since encountering the Lord at age 19, I have desired to know Christ Jesus and make Him known. From mission trips, to youth ministry, to diocesan fundraising, I have been on quite the journey to encounter what Jesus wants for my life. All of these experiences have led me to FOCUS.

Now, my story looks like this: an aging twenty-nine-year-old washed up college athlete – working to share the life-saving message of Jesus Christ with young men at OSU. The best part – I get to do this alongside my bride.

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Your Impact

The best part: my YES can also be your YES.

And supporting me is supporting my future family — and exciting news for 2026 — we’re expecting a little girl in August.

When I answered the call to join FOCUS, I made the decision to rely on the spiritual and financial support of mission partners to help me through this mission. Thank you for your openness to supporting this mission.

 

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