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A New Wave of Catholic Conversions? - Part 1

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| S03 | E05 | Across North America and Western Europe, Catholic conversions are on the rise. In this episode of the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld explore what’s driving this trend — from the global pandemic and declining trust in institutions to the influence of online voices and the Church’s unique appeal to young men.

Discover the factors behind this growing movement and what it means for the future of the Catholic Church.

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A New Wave of Catholic Conversions? - Part 1

with Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld