How to Keep the Momentum in the Surge of New Conversions

Friends, something remarkable is happening: In recent years, we have witnessed a massive surge in conversions to the Catholic Church. In this week's Word on Fire Show, Matthew Petrusek and I discuss the recent boom in church attendance, the cultural factors at play, and the role of the Mass and a renewal of mysticism. In addition, a listener asks: Should I baptize my kids before I get baptized? 00:00 | Introduction 01:16 | Bishop Barron’s recent confirmation season 03:12 | Recent growth in Catholicism 05:50 | What cultural factors are contributing to these numbers? 18:52 | The liturgy and the Mass in evangelization 23:06 | A renewal of mysticism in the Church 24:28 | Is “modernizing” the Church necessary for growth? 25:55 | Evangelical efforts to support 30:00 | How we maintain momentum without perpetuating a trend 30:57 | Advice for new converts 32:04 | Listener question: Should I baptize my kids before I get baptized? 34:10 | Join the Word on Fire Institute