The Italian Stallion – football legend Johnny Musso – shared his faith story with University of Mobile supporters at the Partners for Purpose fundraising luncheon on Oct. 19. The event raised scholarships for students at the Christian university. In an interview format hosted by Dan Brennan, co-host of Mobile Mornings on FM Talk 1065, Musso recalled being recruited by Alabama Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant.

Musso spoke of his mother, whose cooking was often praised by Coach Bryant, and whose “life of joy” despite severe hardships was founded on faith. While being raised in a home where devotion was modeled, Musso said it wasn’t until he was married with a child that he developed a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.