Casey Hopper
Campus Missionary Apprentice

Casey came to UTD in 2016 looking for Christian community, where he quickly found FOCUS. His life began to change as he was shown what it meant to live as a follower of Jesus in daily life, and as his ideas about God were constantly offended and challenged. He developed lifelong friends and mentors through his time there, and learned so many practical ministry skills. He almost pursued vocational ministry right after graduating in 2020, but figured some work experience is helpful for any ministry role. He worked at Texas Instruments in Research & Development for 5 years full-time, getting to do things he would have never imagined as God gave him the opportunities he would dream about.

The journey back to ministry was a slow burn at times, but Jesus turned up the heat in 2024 through many difficult circumstances. At his lowest moments, Casey was filled with the love of God as the Spirit of God worked in him to further reveal the Father and the Son. He came out of that year with a heart ready for ministry and more clarity than ever about his desire to share the Good News of who God really is with people.

Now, he is an incoming apprentice with FOCUS, and cannot wait to get started. Literally. Everyday, he thinks about talking to people about Jesus and helping young men live in relationship with him.

This is the why in Casey’s heart behind his decision to come work with FOCUS. Your support through prayer, finances, and love is very appreciated.