Formation Stage: Propaedeutic
Diocese: Austin
Hometown: Military Family (moved often)
Home Parish: St. Peter Catholic Student Center, Waco
Josiah Paul Virnig
In early college I discerned this call for six months, but the Lord led me out seemingly because of places he desired to heal and grow in me. After this, I entered a very beautiful relationship with a holy young woman, where I grew tremendously and had a deep encounter with Our Lady. However, while leading students to Rome, the Lord revealed he had made my heart for a deeper love consecrated totally to him and invited me to lose the life I had to find the life he desired to give me, and I followed.
Favorite Quote or Bible Verse
“Come to me all who labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me; for I am meek and humble of heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” – Matthew 11:28-29
Fun Fact
I have eaten a baby octopus that squirted ink in my mouth.