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this, i am realizing, will be an exercise in humility. i've never considered myself needy. or suffering for that matter. but, i have come to a point in my life where i must rely on the generosity of others to support myself. so, yes. i am needy. in many ways.

scripture tells us "blessed are you poor, for yours is the kingdom of God." (Mt 6:20) i know i've never really been poor. i have never experienced poverty. i have never lived on the streets. however, it has become clear, that if i am to reach my fund raising goal for this year of missionary work, i will need as much help as i can get. my family has already been wonderfully generous both in love and charity. i have given what i have to this cause both of myself and of my finances. unfortunately, now, each month is getting more and more difficult to scrape by. i now understand the need of a support system that is so present in a community.

first and foremost, i ask for your prayers. i ask that you pray for me as i journey on this path towards the most true version of myself. i ask that you pray for me community of missionaries, that we may live with radical hospitality towards one another and all those we encounter. i ask that you pray for the mission of Life Teen, that we may follow the promptings of the spirit and truly lead teens closer to Christ. i ask that you pray for our community at St. Timothy's Catholic Church here in mesa, az, that it may foster a true community dedicated to boldy proclaiming God's Word. i ask that you pray for my current benefactors that have so graciously contributed to this cause of spreading the Word.

if you have to decided between praying for us or donating to us; i'll take the prayers every time. i have learned, especially recently, the power of intercessory prayer and how much time spent with God it takes to truly live for Him. for everyone's sake, i ask you pray for me and those around me.

if you feel called to donate to my missionary work here in mesa, az, it is greatly welcomed any missionary knows, it take money to get things started. luckily, that's the easy part; the Holy Spirit takes care of the rest. over the course of this year, i am attempting to raise $4,500 to pay for my living expenses (housing, food, etc.). i am well on my way to this goal but i am running out of ideas and will need help getting the rest of the way. know that no amount is too small. every dollar is a tremendous blessing.

again, if you cannot donate, please pray for the requests i metioned and for those who may be able to donate now or in the future. i thank you so much for taking the time to check up on me. i thank God for the amazing people he has put into my life. know that i am praying for you! and if you need them, please send prayer requests! we would love to pray for you and with you on this journey.

thank you all so much and God bless.




1) PayPal - donating made easy! simply click the button on the top right of this page to use a credit or debit card to make a donation.

2) Checks - checks can be made out to Life Teen and mailed to me at:

Adam Brown
2222 S. Dobson Rd.
Suite 601
Mesa, AZ 85202

be sure to note on the check that is it for the missionary program.

3) Cash - if you would like to donate cash, please send with a note to the address listed above.

all cash and check donations are tax deductible. unfortunately, the PayPal account is not deductible yet. however, that may change and i will keep you posted.