Episode 9: Austin Gontarski & Feeding the Poor

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“Let no one have contempt for your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity” (1 Timothy 4:12). See this verse lived out in a special way today in Austin Gontarski. Grew up in Loxley. Attends St. Patrick’s Parish in Robertsdale. Went to St. Patrick’s School all the way through and now attends St. Michael’s in Fairhope. Learning about the poor from Sr. Margaret, Fr. Jim Morrison and company at St. Patrick’s, Austin felt called to do something. Listen in and see where this call took him…

Dig In Further:

Have you ever felt called to serve the poor but thought to yourself, “What’s the use? I really won’t make that much of a difference!” How can you overcome that attitude and step forward nonetheless?

How might the Lord want you to use your creativity to serve the poor? Is there a local branch of Catholic Social Services, the Good Will, Salvation Army or other ministry were you could inquire about volunteering?

Do you feel like there is a void in your life? Like something is missing? Maybe the Lord is calling you to make a gift of yourself. Many times when we give ourselves away, it makes room for God to fill us with his peace and grace.