Born Catholics, Converts, and Contemplation
Now that Catholicism is seen as a philosophy of life rather than a call to ongoing spiritual transformation, a simple intellectual reorientation seems to suffice as initiation for new members.
Why Do Progressive Catholics Hate Converts?
Progressive Catholics have always had a suspicion and distrust of Catholic converts. Now that’s become full-blown hatred as converts work to dismantle their failed project to remake Catholicism in the image of the world.
The New Wave of Protestant Converts to Catholicism (Guest: Keith Nester)
Our guest was a Protestant pastor and is now a Catholic helping others discover the riches of the Catholic Faith. We’ll talk about what brought him to Rome.
When Porn Stars and an Atheist Remind Us of the Grace of God
Signs of God’s active work in the world are all around us, but too many Christians are closing their eyes to them.
A Catholic Convert’s Case for Religion Over Mere Spirituality
The spiritual-but-not-religious phenomenon has its roots in the Reformation, but it has taken flight in the United States, fanned by the ego-affirming consumerism, democratic individualism, and the atomizing effects of mass media and modern technology. Now, more than a quarter of Americans identify as “spiritual but not religious,” according to the latest survey from the … Read more
Advice for a Catholic Neophyte
It’s an especially happy Easter for the Lu family this year, since a near and dear relative of mine came into the Church at the Easter Vigil. Eleven years into my Catholic life, I am no longer the only Catholic in my natal family. God is good. In light of that, I’ve been reflecting on … Read more
The Irrational Beauty of Conversion
The world is spiraling out of control. It has been, in fact, since its pinnacle eight hundred years ago, but today it seems that any minute now, we’ll hurtle off kilter. The HHS Mandate threatens the religious freedom of all people, not just Catholics. Abortion is rampant. Gay marriage was just approved in Maryland (the … Read more