Connor Leoni

“It is unthinkable that a person should accept the Word and give himself to the kingdom without becoming a person who bears witness to it and proclaims it in his turn.”

-St. Paul VI (Evangelii Nuntiandi, 14)

Where I serve

I serve at the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma!

My Story

I arrived at the University of South Carolina just a few years ago with the intent of going to Mass on Sundays, but not much more than that. Through the first semester, I devoted my time to working in the football program and studies. This was a fine routine and it got me through the first semester, but there was a part of me still feeling as if I was missing out on something.

A few months into the school year, I had the opportunity to connect with the FOCUS Missionaries and immerse myself in the strong Catholic community at USC. It was through the love that the missionaries showed me that started to inspire me to know Christ at a deeper level. I was moved in such a profound way that I made the decision to join the staff, aiming to guide others to the Lord, just as I had been guided during my time as a student.

Your Impact

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. My dream is for our students to reflect on their time on campus and see that finances were never an obstacle to receiving grace. Whether it’s meeting me for lunch because I’m paying for it or attending a mission trip in Peru at a discounted price, your generosity allows me to remove obstacles for them. This way, we can truly reflect Christ’s words in Matthew’s Gospel, “without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.” (Mt 10:8)

I’ve been blessed with the most amazing people who have journeyed with me as I serve on campus. If you are interested in partnering with me, please let me know of the best way to reach you and I will schedule an appointment. I’d be honored to share this mission with you.

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