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MINISTRY & SERVICE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

A program for Catholic young adults, ages 21–26, seeking to live a year of deep faith, service, and purpose.
Live in a community on a 200-acre sacred site in rural Georgia. Serve guests with radical hospitality. Grow through faith formation opportunities and real-world experience in ministry, marketing, non-profit work, ground operations, and Catholic heritage preservation.
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Inspired Visions to Inspiring Spaces
So we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us.
— 2 Corinthians 5:20

What Sets Us Apart

No Self-Fundraising
You do not have to fundraise your own salary. Housing, most meals, and a weekly stipend are fully covered by generous donors.
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Live Where You Serve
Ambassadors live on-site in newly built housing on Heritage’s rural 200-acre Catholic property—complete with walking trails, sacred spaces, a historic church, guest cottages, and event facilities.
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Gain Marketable Experience
You’ll learn by doing—contributing to hospitality, operations, non-profit leadership, marketing, event planning, and property stewardship—all while grounded in the life of prayer and community.
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Meet Our Ambassadors

Olivia SchatzleOlivia Schatzle
Olivia Schatzle
Lafayette, Louisiana
Olivia Schatzle is a Louisiana native now living in Sharon, Georgia as a Ministry and Service Ambassador at Heritage. After feeling called to serve the Lord she stumbled across the MSA Program. Since being at Heritage she has learned to disconnect from the media and chaos of life to embrace the silence the beautiful property has to offer. Getting to serve others while also praising God has been a huge blessing in her life. She has recently started her second year in the MSA Program as MSA Lead, and is excited to take charge and teach the new MSAs the ins and outs of Heritage, while also continuing her own discernment to what God has in store for her next.
Joey WilliamsJoey Williams
Joey Williams
Atlanta, GA
Joey is from Dunwoody, GA and is studying to be a writer. He wanted to take time to pray and discern God’s call and thought the MSA program at Heritage was a great way to cut out the noise of the world and serve God. He looks forward to this time as a missionary intern
Kacie BaechleKacie Baechle
Kacie Baechle
Peachtree City, GA
KaCie Baechle graduated from Florida State University in May 2025. While leading a Bible study under the mentorship of FOCUS missionaries, she felt a strong call to a life of service. That calling led her to discover Heritage while exploring opportunities on the Diocese of Atlanta website. KaCie is joyfully engaged and will be married in December 2026. As she prepares for the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, she is honored to serve the community at Heritage and support all who come here seeking rest, renewal, and spiritual growth.
David JamesDavid James
David James
Cleveland, GA
David is from South Carolina and has lived in North Georgia for 3 years. He enjoys working and serving the Lord. He felt like something was missing. Enter the MSA program. David felt like this was his calling place where he could do both. He is looking forward to a year of service, discernment, and opportunity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Heritage, MSAs, accommodations, applications and more.
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What is the MSA Program?
The MSA program is a twelve-month missionary-internship that includes an immersive experience living, serving, praying, and growing in community with other MSAs and the Heritage staff. MSAs serve the guests at Heritage through our core values of Radical Hospitality, Marian Devotion, Thoughtful Stewardship and Inspired Craftsmanship. It is a unique blend of professional development and spiritual formation while living in an intentional faith-based community.
Is housing included?
Yes, there are two MSA houses on the grounds where the MSAs live in community.
Do MSAs receive a stipend?
Yes, MSAs receive a stipend to help cover food and other living expenses.
Is food provided?
Some meals are provided but the MSA housing includes a full kitchen to prepare personal meals.
What is the timeline of service?
The service timeline runs along the school year cycle beginning on September 1 through August 30 the following year.
Will I need a car?
Yes, you will need your car for personal errands such as grocery shopping.
How many MSAs are recruited each year?
We recruit 2-3 men and 2-3 women each year.

Next Steps

Apply Now
or email us at
msa@heritagega.org
In partnership with:
Heritage operates as a public-private collaboration between our charitable organization, Purification Heritage Center, our private real estate company, Purification Properties, and the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Purification Heritage Center is a registered 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization EIN 83-4674723. Address of Record: 213 Davidson St. SE Crawfordville, GA 30631.