Shia LaBeouf Becomes Catholic

Friends, the Capuchin friars welcomed a broken man into their home, their routine, and their lives. In showing Christ’s tender love and mercy to Shia LaBeouf, they saw a man reinvigorated and ultimately welcomed into the fullness of the Church. It’s a beautiful story, modeled time and again throughout the ages by the brotherly example of Jesus, St. Francis of Assisi, Padre Pio, these brothers, and countless more.
The more you give of your life and your love, the more the divine grace increases in you. As with all conversions, there’s so much more than we might readily be able or invited to see. The genius and humor of God is that there is a ripple effect with each conversion.
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[@mrs.carter4775]

As an ex-Muslim who became Catholic, I am overjoyed and my heart is full ✝️

[@ngliscsaxon6128]

Me too. Although I converted to Islam when I was 16, I'm white British, I left Islam and am now Catholic, thanks be to Jesus we saw through Islam and was guided!

[@mrs.carter4775]

@@ngliscsaxon6128 glory to God! Islam is full of lies and evil. I had to run away to be safe. Luckily God sent me a Christian man (my husband now) and I learned the Catholic faith and never looked back.

[@patrickwolff2727]

Welcome brothers! Your family is huge now!

[@loveisaiah622]

Welcome Home to the 2 murtid. brothers in Christ. Yeshua Akbar Ul Azim. Pax Christi

[@mrs.carter4775]

@@ngliscsaxon6128 Shia played Padre Pio in the movie-how can one not be moved and forever changed knowing the life of Saint Pio. Thank you Saint Padre Pio for your intercession.

[@CizarPaul]

I am an ex Muslim and I am 7 years in the Catholic faith now, All Glory Honor and Praise to You O Lord Jesus Christ ❤

[@pambesley9910]

Welcome home brother! ❤

[@SjoerdH87]

Welcome brother! We are all one those who believe in Jesus Christ! Welcome to your (extra) new Family world wide. Greets from the Netherlands

[@dominicpardo4783]

Your old god rode a mythological flying horse. Your new one rode a donkey. You went from the penthouse to the outhouse.

[@kolacic80]

Welcome home! My husband also converted to Catholicism from Islam.

[@dominicpardo4783]

@@kolacic80 From the frying pan into the fire.

[@lasenoradelacruz]

Shia has been surrounded by terrible darkness in the industry since he was a child. Seeing him embrace Christ is heart warming ❤

[@riversdunn2543]

I will be baptised this Easter vigil. I am 15. This was beautiful. God is working even today.

[@kimfleury]

I'll pray for your spiritual protection. Baptism is the mark of the Lamb of God on your forehead. It's a target the devil goes after. Consecrate yourself to Jesus every day! He is your protection.

[@riversdunn2543]

@@kimfleury 🙏🙏🙏thanks

[@daniellelm3]

Congratulations!

[@lukeohanlon2960]

Welcome home❤🙏

[@maryhirose524]

Congratulations! Will St Maximilian Kolbe be your patron saint?

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

As a 90s kid.. ive grown up watching Shia on 'Even Stevens'.. and now witnessing this moment in his journey.. God is great

[@JP2GiannaT]

We went to the moon...in 1969... Tune has been living in my head for twenty years now...

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

@@JP2GiannaT not 1968, but a year laterrr

[@Themarkslady]

Thanks to that song I know the year very clearly

[@BrotherClint-eg7vf]

I'm a protestant, but I'm overjoyed to see this man come to an abiding faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord.

[@HolyRomanApostolic]

God bless you brother, please sincerely look into the church fathers and how the early Christians worshipped, and you will find Catholicism ❤

[@Carol-dn5jq]

This story continues to bring happiness and tears I know he talked about once keeping a loaded gun. You've come so far with a wonderful life journey ahead. I'm so proud of, Shia. ❤❤❤

[@KnightGeneral]

Praying for you to come home too, brother. Soon

[@TruLuan]

What's stopping you from becoming Catholic if you don't mind me asking?

[@msgetaways164]

Thank you for acknowledging we Catholics also have an abiding faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior

[@michellerosejacksoncomedy]

As an ex-Baptist becoming a Catholic was the best decision I ever made in my life. Going on 5 years of practicing. Praise Jesus Christ. ✝️

[@Hospitaller24]

Can I ask what changed for you? I grew up Catholic but left the church at 15. After 22 years I found God and joined a Baptist church that focuses on family and isn't as strict as some other sects. I love it and am starting to cultivate a relationship with God. I guess what I'm driving at is I never put much stock in religion, just more on faith. If you'd honor me and humor me, was there a specific reason you left the Baptist teachings for Catholicism? Regardless, I'm happy for you, and I truly mean that. Praise Jesus Christ indeed!!!

[@def6420]

As catholic from Poland I am grateful for God to have such brother as yourself. Viva Cristo REX!

[@williamwilson836]

Hi, I’m in the same boat as Michelle here. I left the Baptist church because of the Catholic teachings of the authority of the church. I found that the substance of the scripture, when interpreted without an authority, can vary too much and change the image of Christ in people’s minds. Sin takes root through misunderstanding. Authority prevents misunderstanding. That’s why I left the Baptist church.

[@Xtremefox7]

Have you already bowed to the Idols?

[@S0N7]

@@Hospitaller24Imo as a devout Catholic, Protestant denominations are becoming too lenient to the true Christian fate as they are very very recent denominations and not founded under the original Church. They’re becoming too focused on satisfying people’s desires instead of the Lord Christ’s unlike the Catholic Church who still stick with the original teaching and practices. Among my lukewarm Protestant friends, I ask simple questions such as if Jesus is God and they deny it even though that’s what their denomination believes in. The Catholic & Orthodox churches were the 1st churches under a Christian faith before being split but still uphold the same faiths and beliefs, the main difference is just the leadership which I believe the title of “Pope” is the rock aka Peter, that Jesus told to create the one true church. Bless you and love the Lord ✝️ Soli Deo Gloria🙏

[@RobinBaich]

As a Jewish convert to Catholicism, I am so very happy for Shia. May his journey in the Faith be as fulfilling as mine has been.

[@MadeAnAccountOnlyToReplyToThis]

May I ask, what changed for you?

[@RobinBaich]

@@MadeAnAccountOnlyToReplyToThis If you mean what in my life changed after converting, all the baggage that weighed me down disappeared. All the sadness vanished. All my questions of "Why me?" were answered. It didn't all happen overnight. It's been a steady progression of learning and growing. If you weren't referring to my faith journey, then I'm not sure what you are wishing to know.

[@aaronsanchez.]

Mathew 5:17 “Don’t think that I have come to abolish the Torah or the Prophets. I have come not to abolish but to complete. 18 Yes indeed! I tell you that until heaven and earth pass away, not one yud, not one tag (ornamental flourish), will pass from the Torah until everything is accomplished. 19 So whoever disobeys the least of these mitzvot and teaches others to do so will be called the least in the Kingdom of Heaven. But whoever obeys them and so teaches will be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven." Shalom

[@jessamynreforsado6172]

🙏🙏🙏

[@asfasw]

​@@aaronsanchez.No because Jesus came to fulfill it To observe the customary laws would be akin to denying Jesus Crufixion

[@antoniosanjurjo8442]

I'm in RCIA and am so happy that I followed the Holy Spirit to the Catholic Church

[@Ficarlos]

Same path as you! I can’t wait to partake the Eucharist!!

[@antoniosanjurjo8442]

@@Ficarlos I have found myself thinking about that moment and will get emotional thinking about that moment when I share in the sacrament.

[@AvaCherry189]

Welcome to the Catholic community. God bless your journey.

[@antoniosanjurjo8442]

@@AvaCherry189 Thank you, I'm very happy that I followed the Holy Spirit and am now becoming part of the church that Christ left us.

[@kevinhiggins2037]

Welcome home ❤

[@orangemanbad]

I had a very similar conversion story 2 years ago. In a world where vice is the norm, virtue becomes the revolution.

[@Put-that-down]

Well said

[@denisesellaro454]

Had exquisitely put. Love and power from our Good and Merciful Lord. ❤️‍🔥🕊🌎

[@CrankyGrandma]

Indeed

[@mommalovato4003]

Amen

[@eoinbrennan3949]

Oh I like that. I'm gonna use this

[@AlvaLink]

As an ex-protestant... Who became Catholic... I really understand how happy he feels... We are at home... Finally we are...

[@HeartAndHand1688]

Shame on you

[@AlvaLink]

@@HeartAndHand1688 Shame? I would be ashamed to be a protestant again. Being against the Church of Christ. I will pray for you to find the real way as I did once. "if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the Church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth". 1 Timothy 3:15. It says that the Church is the pillar and foundation of the truth, so, to find the truth which is Jesus, you need to find the real Church founded by the same Jesus. Since he is the head and the Church is his body. You can't divide them. If Jesus is the truth, the Church has also the truth since is the body of God... The Church is the house of God.

[@AdrianP8850]

It doesn't really matter if your a protestant or a catholic, because at the end of the day we are all still Christians.

[@muirislandjim453]

Angels on your body 🙏🏻​@@HeartAndHand1688

[@lilynoya7022]

Welcome Home!!!

[@desireesnyders5870]

As an ex methodist coming into the Catholic faith was the Most Beautiful change I made in my own life...I love this video...I LOVE the Catholic faith🙏🙏🙏

[@ericfaith2810]

A completed Jewish brother-in-Christ. My nephew (Godson) just returned through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 🙏😇🙏

[@Di_bear]

Wrong. Confession and penance are only parts of Reconciliation. Also, I would urge you to look up the roots of the "new" stuff in the Catholic Church, as a lot of the "new" stuff is a return to the earliest Church. Lastly, open your heart to the meaning of the original comment, instead of allowing it to be hardened at the sight of a word because of tradition that you personally deem inappropriate. @@johnfisher247

[@noemasteich]

And he repent and got born again?

[@lcojom36]

That's so cool that Shia was able to help the Capuchin friar on his journey as well. We all have a place here, God knows what He's doing we just need to trust it.

[@prayangelm]

That's what I noted, too. This wasn't just about Shia's journey, but also of others whom God used to draw Shia to Him. The Lord God knows what He's doing indeed. I think there's a Great Gathering to the Faith that our Lord is doing hahaha!

[@madgiemadgie9128]

Yes. I was so struck by the Friar’s story and how God ALWAYS has a plan, always shows up. Also made me realize how our decisions have consequences for others, not necessarily even those related to us.. Each of us has a mission that is revealed only if we stay faithful. Despite the spiritual dryness, the Friar stayed faithful, and was clearly instrumental in Shia’s conversion.May God continue to Bless and Guide them both.🙏🏾

[@MW-he4cp]

Perfect example of "where sin abounds, Grace abounds all the more". Bravo.

[@leopasour]

I was not aware of any sins committed by Shia and none were presented in this video, but then I don't go around keeping a record of the wrongs of others. I don't look for reasons to throw stones or opportunities to throw them. I try to remain aware of potential planks in my own eye, rather than inspecting the eyes of others for splinters and specks. I have no idea of any sins which may have been committed by Shia, nor do I care. As to whether his sins abound or are few, it is not my place to say. His sins are his business and my sins are my business. I focus on my business and the affairs going on within my own temple, for that is my responsibility as a person of my faith. Namaste.

[@user-nk5fr6io8e]

I have no words to describe my happiness I also recently converted to the Catholic Church I love Shia and I have no words to describe my joy with his Victory

[@ngliscsaxon6128]

You can tell how happy Shia is. That is genuine happiness on his face. Welcome home brother! I wish you all the best if you are reading this mate.

[@donaldbush1182]

He’s an actor!

[@luke8617]

@@donaldbush1182 So?

[@Sourwhatup]

@@donaldbush1182 Actors are human beings just like you and I.

[@CS-mf5un]

He is welcome, ESPECIALLY when he needs help. As are you.

[@andys3035]

I'm Orthodox and I'm happy for Shia. Many years! ☦️

[@jordannazeer2191]

Orthodox here as well. Love seeing this!

[@ateliersaintgery]

Orthodox as well, I'm very happy to see his spiritual journey. I'm very impressed by the way he can talks about himself, his failures and mistakes in life with a true sincerity. It takes a lot if humility. God bless him !

[@Peaceful_Gojira]

Love you brothers in Christ, from a Catholic brother to you two. Pax Christi. Ave Maris Stella.

[@vincelyndonbuma-at6119]

Im happy for Orthodox brothers and sisters recognize and honor the conversion and communion of our new brother Shia. I respect eastern churches coz theyre one that has been raise or build by Christ with the apostles and disciples.

[@102938475646665]

May the Lord bring our Churches back together one day. God bless.

[@CatETru]

Joining the Catholic Church is the best decision I ever made. I am in RCIA and can't wait until I receive confirmation too.

[@Elizabeth-iw3wd]

That is wonderful Mark. Love being Catholic 🙏💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@annettewiggins399]

I was also a Baptist and became a Catholic,I love,love,love this beautiful God given Church,married in it and it all went from there,I might add I had no coercian from anyone. Have 28 grandchildren from 4 children and around 26 practise their faith.I love God .Thank u God❤❤❤Thank u Mumma Mary.

[@tonimargaret-ann2643]

this is beautiful, i'm not catholic, but over the moon to have another brother in Christ, the world slowly feels like it's shifting into light (more people coming to Jesus). biggest congratulations to him 🕊️❤️

[@prayangelm]

I agree with you, sister in Christ, on the "shifting into light." As I replied to another comment here, there seems to be a Great Gathering to Faith that our Lord God is doing through Jesus Christ. I pray that many more people fall in love with our Savior.

[@tonimargaret-ann2643]

@@prayangelm absolutely! it feels like the world is slowly coming home ❤️ God bless you, friend.

[@charleslee5707]

@@tonimargaret-ann2643 It's just amazing feeling cannot be describe by words 💓💓💓🙏🙏✝✝🕊🛐🛐All the Glory and praise to our dear lord Jesus christ the Messiah ✝✝✝

[@Lolabrains]

I see and feel this way too! Contrary to the news and what’s highlighted in media, the two church’s that I go to are swelling and families are getting bigger and more involved again. People actualize their hope in God. God is love.

[@johnyang1420]

Try RCIA

[@gfrancis7665]

Never underestimate the power of the Holy Spirit! There is a reason God brought Shia to the Capuchins....the friars have long been regarded in the Church as brothers to the forgotten, and God's messengers of mercy. This beautiful encounter was no accident. May the Holy Spirit continue to bless Shia on his faith journey.

[@ginaveritaslee]

This is so beautiful! He was crying and me too. It's such a humbling moment. Coming back to the back to our faith after 20 years, and receiving my Confirmation only 18 months ago; I still feel overtaken with joy when I receive His Body. Being fully aware of what has really taken place at the altar is the most humbling and joyful experience. You feel so unworthy and yet so extremely blessed that God comes under roof. May God use Shia for His Glory and the renewal of his Holy Church 🙏✝️

[@ChildofTheLivingGod-vk8mm]

Welcome home, Shia. The most blessed day for me was Easter 2020 when I was baptized, confirmed & received first communion as Catholic. A beautiful moment for a Lord who loves us madly. Welcome home. Thank you brothers for guiding him in his quest to find peace.

[@ConversationChrist]

I'm not Catholic but I'm so happy for Shia. It's fantastic he knows Jesus now. What a great character arc

[@BrotherClint-eg7vf]

I'm a protestant, but I love listening to Bishop Barron. He seems to truly have a heart for Jesus and a love of the Scriptures. He is very kind to Protestants too. God bless him.

[@yasss3032]

@Te-legram_BishopBarronwhen you die, you’re going to be judged by God. He knows how you scam people. Would you rather make some money and lead your soul to hell out of greed?

[@NMemone]

I'm not Catholic either but I love listening to Bishop Barron! Did you see the interview he did on the Michael Knowles Show two weeks ago about the history of Christmas? It was delightful! And his interview with Jordan Peterson is one of my favorites of J P's. The man really is inspired.

[@BrotherClint-eg7vf]

@@NMemone I saw him with J.P. I haven't watched the Knowels interview yet.

[@Peaceful_Gojira]

Ah my brother in Christ, keep listening...Christ is trying to speak to you in this. I hope and pray one day, you will be able to come into the family more fully than ever before. God bless you friend, from a fellow Catholic convert.

[@jcstuart6978]

same

[@ilteschio8244]

I'm glad many actors and artist are becoming believers in christ, god bless them in theyr journey

[@iloveyellow7214]

Im a cradle catholic from Manila,Ph. Grew up agnostic. Cause well as a kid i had no guiding grace. Im 33 now and isnt it beautiful how technology is being utilized? Isnt it beautiful that we witness how grace transforms lives? A life? Its just beautiful. Thank you for sharing this Sending you all love over there 🌺

[@chrisoleary9876]

I live in The South Carolina Lowcountry. A few years back, Shia was arrested in nearby Savannah, Ga. To see the change and reverence he has now is miraculous. God bless him ón his faith journey.

[@eoinbrennan3949]

I remember this too. He was drunk and belligerent but to his credit when he had sobered up he went to the arresting officer and apologised to him

[@FourEyedFrenchman]

As a fellow convert, I know that feeling of wandering the desert, wondering if someday you will find a home. Two years ago, I found that home, and I have no plans to leave it. Welcome, brother!

[@225lisamk]

I was confirmed Catholic 2 years this Easter. I cannot begin to express my feelings. I'm so very happy for him to begin his journey too

[@Smokeylights]

❤❤❤❤ I get to come into the church at the Easter Vigil this year and I’m beyond excited. And so far it really has felt like home ❤

[@MW-he4cp]

Congratulations 🎉 welcome home! I hope it's a beautiful day

[@Miatpi]

Despite all backlash and bas reviews the movie has earned a far greater treasure it could’ve done at the box office. It’s production has led a soul to salvation.

[@barbarafenton1775]

Amen to that!!!❤

[@mariadelosangelesramirezac7764]

I haven’t seen it. Where is it available ?

[@tewkewl]

Exactly. What is the loss of millions when a man has gained his soul.

[@deevine9255]

"...your brother was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found!" Luke 15:32. Welcome to the one true Catholic church, Shia! So happy for you! We're praying for you that God give you fortitude and a steadfast heart. 🙏💙

[@LauraBeeDannon]

Alleluia!

[@Koome777]

I had the great joy of being the godparent of a classmate in campus. He wasn't religious but he saw me going for daily mass and taking my faith seriously. He one day told me that he'd like to be a Catholic...I was blown away and thanked God. I accompanied him during his catechumate and got emotional when I saw him being baptized and confirmed. Seeing this reminds me of the joy I experienced that day....these conversion stories always move me to tears. Thank to the Holy Spirit for these beautiful journeys of souls.

[@ribbit1964]

I love being Catholic and to see this lost soul find our Lord makes me happy God bless you Shia and your journey with God Thank you Bishop Barron for sharing Shia’s story, God bless you, your ministry and your priesthood!

[@michellepriore5610]

What a beautiful, wonderful experience, thank you Shia for sharing your journey to Catholicism, welcome to the family.Thank you Bishop Barron for this clip and it shows even a Brother of faith can wrestle with God and have doubts. This touched me so deeply, thank you so much. May God bless and be with you always and forever 🙏🕊🙌💜🤍💜🌟✝️

[@TheUltimateMarioFan]

Shia is a MASSIVE inspiration to all of us. May God bless him for coming home.

[@kevnev342]

As a protestant i admire how catholics revear God and have a certain seriousness in his presenace something i think that missing from a lot of churches. God bless Shia. Christ is really moving in his life.

[@johnyang1420]

Try RCIA

[@Jacksonmontyart]

@@johnyang1420 Try Jesus

[@LauraBeeDannon]

​@@Jacksonmontyart RCIA is wa y to get closer to Jesus with prayer and scripture

[@Jacksonmontyart]

@@LauraBeeDannon if you read the Bible and studied scripture that isn’t manipulated by the Catholic Church you would know some important things about Catholicism that are completely unbiblical. Praying to false idols (mary and the saints) the Bible calls this idolatry and you are to only pray to Jesus. Confession, after Jesus died the veil was torn, and people now have direct access to God. Going to someone other than god to confess your sins and repent is unbiblical. Infant baptism, according to the Bible baptism is only to announce your faith publicly it doesn’t do anything other than that. Catholics believe communion is actually Jesus’ flesh and blood sacrificing him every mass. This is completely unbiblical and negates Jesus one and only sacrifice needed to save humanity. They also believe the bread is a holy object and normal Catholics aren’t holy enough to touch it themselves, this is unbiblical. The pope and fathers given authority over the Bible and church is unbiblical. Purgatory was used to trick people into paying for their loved ones salvation, this has zero backing in scripture. InCatholicism you can lose your salvation having to earn it back by doing good deeds and going to mass. This just by itself goes against the one thing that makes Christianity unique from every other religion on the planet. Christianity is not a works based system. Salvation is a free gift from God according to scripture. There Is more but these issues clearly show Catholicism has really nothing to do with Christianity. You might know a Jesus but it’s not the Jesus of the Bible. I pray that you will read your Bible and look into these points with an open mind and heart. Seeking the true Jesus from scripture.

[@Jacksonmontyart]

@@paxChristi123 I have one Father. No man or anyone else other than Jesus is worth my prayer and praise. what you said is probably the most ironic statement I’ve ever heard. Study your Bible and look into the questions I purposed, you will see everything I have stated is biblical. The devil can’t dwell within the Bible, but he certainly has power over man. The Catholic Church is perfect example of this.

[@smc4jmj1]

Wow! So beautiful and moving! I’m crying watching Shia being given Jesus in the Eucharist with all the friars around him ; being confirmed and being such a witness to Gods Love and Mercy! Welcome Shia Welcome Home. Sending you hugs and prayers ! God bless you and guide you each day to be a man after Gods Heart! 🙏🏼❤️

[@ninkovicjosip]

🙏 Thank you God for always reaching out, for always loving us!

[@rhwinner]

God bless Shia, his friends and family. Welcome to our Family!

[@agucci]

I will always become a Catholic. Every single moment of my life.

[@jafetzamudio5285]

tell that to the native americans that die, & mexicas!

[@agucci]

@@jafetzamudio5285 how can I tell them?

[@miss123480]

Another conversion story that touched me and many others...such a beautiful story, Padre Pio pray for us. May god bless you Shia...welcome home...

[@BeingArtful]

Wow, incredible! Lord, give Shia the fortitude and strength he needs in the face of this culture.

[@ornange]

Beautiful. We all need to pray for Shia and all those discerning or entering the faith!

[@AngelBien]

Am so happy for him. His interview last year is one of my favorites but I’m always wary both of celebrity conversions and any heavy publicity- this is both. I have no doubt his conversion is sincere and the Word on Fire truly believes this will inspire more people to look into the faith. And it probably will to some degree but I’m afraid of the pressure it will have on him and if there will be attacks. If he has any “failures” it will affect others too. In any case, let’s pray for each other 🙏🏽

[@bertdio794]

Fantastic. Thank God for this. A catholic from France

[@alanflores9898]

It is sad that Catholicism is losing believers in France. God bless all Catholics

[@soccerhub2543]

Congrats to Shia! This is moving for me.

[@pinkelephant4958]

Welcome Shia from a convert of 28 years. It just gets better and better. 💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@caterinadc5567]

Thankful to God for bringing Shia home. I'm also a convert to Catholicism and it's beautiful to see a brother come home.

[@marehare1768]

THIS is how saints lead people to Christ. Divine intervention right before our eyes to see peace and the love of the Lord shining through his face. God bless Shia. Welcome my brother in Christ.

[@elizabeth.annrose]

I am also a convert and so happy for Shia and thanks to the Brothers and Bishop Barron.

[@Carol-dn5jq]

Thanks for covering this Bishop Barron.❤

[@HoldenHardman]

Protestant here, happy to see him walk with God. I know he's had a timultuous past in his personal life and with God, but I hope he continues to cultivate his relationship with Christ. This is good news!

[@northerngothic]

Shia was always my favorite actor as a kid. Funnily enough, it was “Surf’s Up” I watched over and over. Watching this, hearing that familiar voice which I’ve heard for years profess the Catholic faith which I myself recently came into… something about it just hit me. I did cry. My brother Shia, welcome to the communion of all the faithful, welcome home.

[@maryanne8395]

What a beautiful testimony, welcome home Shia 🌹🌹🌹

[@laurenp1618]

What a wonderful addition to our Church! Peace is a good look on you Shia🙏

[@jarod9135]

In a lot of ways i grew up with this guy. Through his youth to adulthood he has always been this amazing artist that inspired me so much. Having gone through my own pains and loss of faith at one point. Seeing someone find their way to Christ like i did again just makes my heart so happy.

[@SoCaLRAIDERS777]

It’s Good to See Father Bobby, Hope He is Doing Good, at The National Shrine of Saint Francis. Thanks Bishop Barron for the Video.

[@nickcrider4309]

Anglican here, celebrating with you all! Christ has mercy!

[@a.f.4087]

Very inspiring! Praying for him and the Franciscan community. May our Lord protect and guide them.

[@tknows470]

How beautiful when a lost brother comes home. I was especially touched by the “little miracles” .

[@erickaugustogomes7145]

Orthodox here and without any doubts, it was amazing, beautiful!

[@quattron-1126]

It’s not the fact that I’m Catholic so I’m so glad you chose Catholic no… I’m glad someone of your stature can share to the world you love Jesus and aren’t afraid to show it

[@ericfaith2810]

As the Irish say, 'Good on ya lad.' ☘️🍀

[@jonathangermain4143]

I love the brother’s testimony at the end that he was struggling with his faiths prior to Shia’s arrival. It’s amazing how God works in each of our lives to brig us to him.

[@Anna-qs5bt]

Alléluia. This is pure joy.

[@kwall1464]

So happy to call him a brother in Christ!

[@lupejones3694]

Wow. This made me so happy for him and all those involved on his holy journey. Welcome, young man, to our Catholic family. God bless you and everyone. It's truly a joyous happening! Keep smiling.✝️

[@julioencinas2560]

Shia te recibimos con gozo como comunidad Cristiana segui perserverando en la FE que la Virgen Maria te guie paz y bien saludos desde Argentina

[@Paule_LMS]

I came into the Church at the last Easter Vigil. I've been following Shia's journey and am so happy for him. I am also smiling for the brother who was having a crisis of faith, that he found in this, a way through his dark night. God is still working miracles in the hearts of His people. Praise Him!

[@johnyang1420]

Welcome home!!!

[@gaspartiznado6418]

What a way to begin the new year! Shia, welcome home! We have your back! We pray for your perseverance and that you will find your happiness in God!

[@lupejones3694]

6:09 6:09

[@lupejones3694]

Amen!

[@darrelli901]

Another lost soul comes home. Beautiful..

[@pdm8446]

The saints keep working their miracles!!!! Thanks Padre Pio! This is so amazing I am in goosebumps and almost tearing!!! Welcome home Shia

[@GonzoTheRosarian]

The touching detail to me was how Shia is described as very serious and almost morose in the beginning and as he got to know Christ he became more spontaneous and smiled, his true self came out. That is the effect of having Jesus in our lives JOY because now you have HOPE. John 16:24, Galatians 5:22-23.

[@thiago_atomic]

Thats Powerful ! Welcome to home Shia ! ❤

[@bandafournon]

⛪

[@Evangeliarium]

🙏🙏🙏

[@noemasteich]

Is Shia born again? Without that noone will see the kingdom

[@SEANPOL203]

Every tongue will confess who is Lord ✝️

[@bluebear107]

And every knee will bow….what an awesome site that will be.

[@irenesantos4269]

Oh wow! That feeling of receiving the body of Christ for the 1st time ❤...that' spiritually and emotionally overwhelming..welcome home brother..

[@bbygrlpt2]

As Ive gotten older Im so thankful my mom taught me to pray when I was little, talk to me about the love of God and Jesus, we watched Catholic movies together and I even watched Christian cartoons without anyone tellin me too I just liked them lol But now that Ive been thru so much that faith that she sow in me has helped me cope with the most difficult things in my life that tbh idk how I wouldve done without it. Faith can pull back from the lowest point in your life so you wont drown in sadness and despair. Teach your kids about the love of God, it will help them when they have nothing else left💖

[@roseramos2494]

Many blessings to you, Shia .. beautiful 😍 🙏 May your conversion be a beautiful journey bring many others to church through your real life testimony, as you get closer to Jesus that is the way, annd now you're reborn .. This will be your holy, happy, and powerful message spoken to many without words... ❤❤❤❤ You will be in my prayers. I did pray for you many years beforehand. Praise be JesusChrist

[@barbharrington2903]

Being a Secular Franciscan from Burlingame Capuchins in Burlingame I am very happy to watch his journey. Thank God for another soul saved from what he had been through.

[@EternalNourishments]

Now it's confirmed ! 💯 , Saint Padre PIO did a great job, as he used to do always.

[@harrilabomba4887]

Thx for your commitment & testimony, god bless you!❤

[@goated3557]

Extremely moving! Thanks for sharing

[@slavicsoup7762]

This is so crazy. I feel like the HWNDU flag hunt stuff was just yesterday. One of the top peculiar moments of my childhood. So happy for Shia and hope he continues to grow in the faith! Don't stop praying for him guys.

[@atonewiththedust]

Feel like he should make a comedy movie about that whole ordeal, would be great fun

[@LauraBeeDannon]

4 Chan helped drive him to Christ? Is 4 chan up for sainthood?🤔

[@juanrosales7767]

This is amazing to see! Shia had a really tough childhood and last couple of years, so for him to be happy, to be accepted by a community, is incredible to see. Hope the Catholic Church treat him well and hope he can continue on this path.

[@letifromtexas6543]

Thank you for sharing this with us Bishop Barron. It’s a heart warming moment when someone becomes a true soldier of God. VIVA CRISTO REY!

[@davidcole333]

I've never heard of him, but am touched by his story.

[@sparklesparklesparkle6318]

all you need to know about Shia is the video "The Triggering of Shia | He Will Not Divide Us" by internet historian. its 5min

[@LauraBeeDannon]

​@@sparklesparklesparkle6318ahh come on...there's more to him than his breaking point

[@antropatico]

Welcome Shia to the most beautiful story ever told.

[@iro4201]

He JUST DID IT!!! 💚🌊

[@Klaatu-ij9uz]

This has touched all of our hearts!

[@michellekeyser8085]

This brings me to tears. Thank you for posting

[@TheLightswarrior]

Welcome home! So joyful!

[@jeanlanz2344]

Welcome, brother Shia. May the Lord keep blessing you, your family, and loved ones and your work.

[@imranfaisal8223]

Bro don't worship dead people

[@madamebovarycro]

Uff I'm gonna cry. Welcome home Shia❤

[@Sheltieshangrila]

That made me cry happy tears. ♥

[@eveadams953]

Welcome home Shia! I’ll be praying for all who are moved by this video❤

[@danielpoot5705]

Not to differ but Bishop I am amazed that you now have almost a million subscribers. Last time I saw it was only over 600k. Your ministry is just so great! God bless you always.

[@lindaruss3772]

I have a feeling Bishop Barron has been affected by Shia’s conversion himself. God bless both of you!