This piece is sponsored by Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is blessed to watch so many of our graduates carry their faith far beyond our walls — but few stories embody missionary discipleship quite like that of Avery Starr, O’Gorman High School Class of 2020.
Today, Starr serves on the front lines of evangelization with Vagabond Missions, walking with underserved teens, building authentic communities and accompanying young people who are searching for purpose, belonging and Christ. What follows is Starr’s own account of how his time at O’Gorman shaped his faith, strengthened his mind and prepared him to answer God’s call with courage and conviction.
By Avery Starr, class of 2020, O’Gorman High School alumnus …