Jerry is the son of Jerry Sr (deceased) and Carol Przekora. He and his twin brother Dave were raised in Highland Township, Michigan. Jerry attended Holy Spirit Parish in Highland within the Archdiocese of Detroit, where his pastor and the entire community were a huge influence on his faith life, especially in their devotion to the sacraments, in particular the Most Holy Eucharist. In this community he became a Lector and an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, which along with meeting Our Lord in The Eucharist in a powerful way, cultivated a call to priesthood. 
Jerry's connection to the Diocese of Gaylord runs deep, his parents owned the Cedars Resort in Central Lake for many years with another couple. He came to love the people and the whole experience of northern Michigan. His northern parish home was St. Luke in Bellaire.
After graduating from Cleary University in 2009 with a degree in business management, Jerry pursued a career. After about 5-6 years of working he unexpectedly became caregiver for his parents, particularly for his father. Although unexpected, this calling taught him how life giving it is to pour oneself out for another in service and to reflect on how in priesthood it as a caregiver of souls.
All of these experiences gave Jerry the courage to return to his northern roots, apply to the seminary, and to respond to this call placed in his heart a long time ago.
Watch Jerry's story about becoming a priest.
Hear Jerry's tips for discerning God's call.
