Fr. Michael Lightner

Fr. Michael Lightner was a standout athlete in high school and accepted a full scholarship to play football at the University of Eastern Michigan. Standing 6 ft. 4 inches in height and possessing a massive build of 330 lbs, he was the ideal candidate for the NFL's next offensive lineman. On a pilgrimage to Medjugorje with his Mother Joyce, the Lord called to him to come play for His team. Through an incredible confession in Medjugorje, he saw God's healing power first-hand. This college football-player was deeply moved by God's Divine Mercy. Father Michael is now the Director of Campus Ministries of the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and is the Director of Apostolate of Prayer in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, WI.