Boise, ID
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The following report comes to us from team leader Lucy in Boise, Idaho:
There seems to be a growing openness toward and interest in the Catholicism, so thanks again for your prayers. A young woman visiting from out of state with her mom stopped for a Rosary. Excited about beginning an internship with the Forest Service, she enjoyed hearing Chuck’s memories of working with the same agency. May the Lord bless our visitors and keep them safe and faithful.
Jacob Peter, a military veteran, shared that he carried a Bible and St. Michael medal during his overseas deployment. With a Catholic mom and a dad from a liturgical Protestant tradition, he currently attends the latter because of its location. Along with a Rosary and pamphlet, he gratefully accepted a St. Michael prayer card. Please pray that God will keep him safe and draw him into full communion with the Catholic Church.
Emerson, a young man traveling across the country, stopped for a Rosary after his car broke down in Boise. Raised Catholic but not yet confirmed, he felt called to reconnect with his faith and gladly accepted a map of local parishes. May the Lord lead him closer to Christ and His Church.
Another visitor, who has stopped before and has expressed concerns about Catholic practices, once again engaged in a friendly and respectful conversation. Please pray that God blesses his openness and deepens his relationship with Christ.
We also met several groups of young adults who stopped for Rosaries. While most were familiar with the devotion, we reminded them that the Rosary helps us grow closer to Jesus Christ. May they come to know the mystery of His love more deeply.
Although foot traffic was light, we still distributed 25–30 Rosaries and pamphlets, a St. Michael prayer card, and two parish maps. Please pray that God sends us people whose hearts are ready to receive Jesus Christ and His Church, and that much fruit comes from these efforts. Across Idaho, OCIA participation has increased dramatically, and we are seeing signs of that same openness on the street. May God bless and protect you and all those you love.