From a young age, we are warned about things that are bad for us. Cigarettes, drugs, gambling, alcohol...
but what about pornography?
"Every parish in the country needs to have Holy Desire Ministries speak to their youth."
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about holy desire ministries
Porn can singlehandedly cause addiction, isolation, aggression, shame, relationship problems, and so much more...yet we brush it under the rug as "too awkward" to talk about and hope it doesn't touch the lives of our children.
The problem is, it already has.
90% of children between the ages of 8-16 have viewed pornography. It's past time we talked about it and brought this evil into the light. Our youth need to know what they're up against, but beyond that...they need to know the One who will set them free.
Through mini retreats, we face the "awkward" head on and share our own struggles. We lay it all out on the line so that students understand what is at risk when they try to fulfill their desires with porn.
We are moms, dads, brothers, sisters, daughters, and sons on a mission to do better for the next generation. We pray that they may realize the fulfillment of every desire lies in Jesus and Jesus alone.
Holy Desire Ministries is an apostolate devoted to exposing the evil of pornography & stirring young Catholics into a healing relationship with Christ.
Sam Knezevic
Ty Flood
Ali Henke
meet our team
Sam is a native of Ohio now living in central Iowa with his wife, three daughters, and goldendoodle. He became a part of Holy Desire Ministries because he wants others to know that freedom from pornography addiction is possible with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In addition to Sam's dedication to the Catholic faith and to this incredible ministry, he's an avid reader, aspiring writer, hiking enthusiast, and a fan of many different sports. He is currently a Finance professional working for a major convenience-store operator in the midwest.
Ty Flood is a husband, father of three boys, and a business professional in Des Moines. After struggling with pornography use through his younger years, Ty brings to Holy Desire Ministries what he wishes someone would've shared with him at that point in his life. Alongside his love for the faith, Ty enjoys adventuring around town with his family, all things fitness/Jiu-Jitsu, and enjoying a good cigar with his friends.
Ali Henke is a wife, mother to four, and religion teacher. Her love for Christ is strengthened through motherhood and a constant need for His grace. Ali's love for the Lord flows into her work of teaching middle school students about the faith and developing a relationship with Jesus.
John Cord
Abigail Merschman
Maria Haas
