Ultimately, this is a story about finding truth, beauty, and fulfillment in an unexpected place, and then sacrificing to grab on to it. I think it will entertain and inspire you, and perhaps even give you a fresh perspective on an old faith.

Where will the money go?

This project started out as a rather modest endeavor. My plan was to tell my story and throw in a few interview clips from a couple of other converts I knew in the Catholic world. But as I started filming, it took on a life of its own. Not only did everyone I ask say yes, they all seemed to be eager to point me to some other well known convert we should include! The result is a film that I believe has the potential to be something much larger than originally planned.

To achieve that maximum potential, we decided to raise our original budget, and that's where the idea for this campaign was born. The funds raised (up to and even beyond the goal of $27,000) will go to 3 primary needs:

1. Travel to conduct the rest of the interviews we have available. As amazing as the current line-up is, I actually have several more famous guests lined up to tell their story; we just need to be able to fly around North America to talk to them. 

2. Post Production. The more we can invest in graphics, audio and video editing, music, etc., the better the film will be. 

3. Marketing and Distribution. We need to get the word out and then get the product out. 

The Impact

Conversion stories are a wonderful way to share the gospel, and film is the premiere communication medium of our age. Put the two together and we have the opportunity to have a huge impact in the lives of those who are looking for Jesus and may not even know it yet. In supporting this film, you are taking part in what Pope Saint John Paul II called the new evangelization, a task that will bear fruit not just in this lifetime, but for eternity! 

Risk

This film is going to be made, so there's really no risk in that regard. What we are asking you to do is help make it the best movie it can be, and thereby help it have as great an impact as possible. The higher the quality, the more people are going to see it.

Perks

As you can see, we've lined up some fun incentives for supporting this project! From postcards to signed books to trips to Southern California, I've tried to make the "thank you" options as personal as possible to let you know how much I appreciate your help. Please notice also that there is an opportunity to interact personally with some of the stars of the film, so I hope you are able to take advantage of that; they are truly some of the nicest people I have ever met.

Other Ways You Can Help

If you aren't able to contribute at this time, you can still help! Here are a couple of easy ways to be a part of the project:

1. Please pray. Prayer is our greatest need and by far the most important way to support Convinced.

2. Get the word out. Tell your friends and family, send out a tweet, share it on Facebook, blog about it, and post it in whatever other social media outlets you use! Every little bit helps!