Leonardo was born in Brazil, studied at St. Joseph High School and graduated from the Pontifical Catholic University with a Bachelor Degree in Law and with a Master's Degree in Environmental Law. After graduating he taught Political Sciences and Constitutional Law at Universo University, in Brazil.

 

When he moved to the United States, in 2006, he lived in California for five years and became a Medical Interpreter. Leonardo has lived in Florida since 2010.

 

Before becoming a member of the staff at St. Peter, he worked as a Family Counselor at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery in Royal Palm Beach. Leonardo is excited about stewardship as a way of life and encouraging others to discover their talents and serving in ministry.

 

Leonardo proudly became an American citizen in 2015!