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Griffin Rhode
Hello, my name is Griffin and I’m a FOCUS missionary!
“A thief comes only to steal and slaughter and destroy; I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10)
Where I serve
God has called me to serve at the University of South Dakota! Go Coyotes! Here is a picture of my team:
My Story
I was blessed to grow up in a Catholic household, but found myself lost and alone as I began my freshman year at the University of Illinois. Searching for community, I encountered a FOCUS missionary at the Newman Center. He helped show me the value of divine intimacy with Jesus Christ and the power of authentic friendship with other men striving for sainthood. I gradually came to know the person of Jesus Christ and grow in virtue over the next few years before accepting the call to do full time mission!
Your Impact
When I accepted the call to be a FOCUS missionary, I chose to rely on the support of mission partners like you to guide me on campus. I am blessed to have a team supporting me spiritually and financially as I go to share the gospel with students on campus. Thank you for your love and support!
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Teach Others to Share Christ
We teach students how to share the gospel, who in turn teach other students how to pass it on.
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