The Powerful Conversion of Fr. Mac Hill | The Catholic Talk Show

Episode 278:
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys are joined by Fr. Mac Hill to discuss his powerful conversion and discernment to the Priesthood.
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[@carakerr4081]

Beautiful. I went a little further in my rebellion. At age 26 after many years in rebellion I married a woman and entered a same sex “marriage” in the legal sense. I gave birth to 2 children via artificial insemination and at age 39 in 2013 when my children were 5 and 7 years old I met Jesus. For 11 years I have been in a spiritual battle. God blessed me with a husband in 2021 and after 10 years as a Protestant myself and my husband will enter the Catholic Church this Sunday on Pentecost. All glory to God!!! ❤

[@MissGabriela829]

May the Fire of the Holy Spirit co tinue to fill your life with the love of Christ! and oh how beautiful that you got to experience your Sacraments on Pentecost!

[@o.o.2255]

God is love and so merciful - Holy Spirit is patient! Alleluia!

[@theresamjordan9307]

❤ How amazing God is!

[@jayna1024]

That is wildddd, what a roller coaster! God bless you💛

[@elizabethking5523]

What a glorious Redemption story!! ❤ Thank you for sharing! 🙏🏻❤️😀

[@kmiller1473]

Father Mac you once told me to ask God to find a way for me to pray the Rosary other than on the way to work. Now my husband and I say it together. It’s an answer to prayer.

[@Qui-Bong-Jin]

I think God and The Holy Spirit wanted me to read this comment. This humbled me and made me literally read my heart in your comment. I thought I was good for praying rosary on way to work…..but am slacking on praying with my wife trying to get her more involved. I will buckle down and finally pray rosary with wife in morning! I needed to read this comment seriously thank you

[@user-jp2tl5mr8m]

To pray the Rosary on the way to work or anywhere is a good thing and perhaps Fr. Was challenging you to expand your prayer time . Praying in the car is great. Praying with your spouse is wonderful. I think the important thing is to be open to praying more and in new ways that will draw us closer to Jesus.

[@kr23777]

The rosary is the Catholics idol. One of many. False religion.

[@laurae.4285]

I have to pray my rosary on the way to work. It's the only time I really can. my husband has not only fallen away (he never really was full in,) but he's now quite hostile toward the Church & has some pretty bizarre beliefs regarding the Catholic Faith. I keep praying for his reversion, but I sometimes wonder if He hears my prayers. I'm a bit of a nag though, so I just keeping nagging, hoping and praying! 😅

[@kmiller1473]

@@laurae.4285 my husband was mad at the church when we met. Now he’s very involved. Keep praying 🙏

[@kevinpng3018]

I was a practicing Buddhist for a couple of years before I met my now wife. When I was dating her, I was really intrigued with the culture and traditions of the Catholic Church. Followed her to mass and all. One day when I was ready to receive the blessing from the communion minister, I just went up and the minister lady said “Jesus loves you”. I teared. Signed up for RCIA. Now I’m a Catholic. God has His ways. Seek the truth and anyone can be converted.

[@sandiefox44]

@@kevinpng3018 amen praise God

[@Archie144]

I just wanted to let all know that between Father Mike Schmidt, Father Dave, Bishop Barron and the Catholic Talk show you all have help me out tremendously regarding my Catholic faith and to listen to what God is telling me what he wants from me. Thank you all 🙏

[@user-gl9jd3ih8h]

Maybe add Fr. Chris Alar, Dr Brant Pitre and Fr. Jeffrey Kirby to that list. And if you have time, Deacon Harold. Good luck. Fr Chris is prolific on KZbin.

[@glorialabella6361]

I am not with agreement with B. Barron and some of his statements. May God bless him to change his teachings on purgatory and Catholic missionaries to the New World.

[@9cats7]

Add Fr. John Riccardo

[@colleenconger5265]

Me too!! Also Father Altman (canceled) Not that I always agree with everything you said, but for the most part I do, and there’s always something to take away from everything I watch and listen to. Going to Medjugorje next year and can’t wait, I’ve binged on “Tom Medjugorje’s” podcasts…. Very interesting; I am going to become closer to Jesus and learn more about our faith, never can learn enough! Pope John Paul II called at the most spiritual place on earth! God bless 🙏🫶

[@jnkelley42]

I went far into rebellion. Way too far. I have finally woken up and am trying to find my way back with God's help. Last year I returned to God's fold. Father Mike and his Theology of the Body talks have also been invaluable. I don't think my Episcopal congregation is going to be delighted (to say the least) of me de-transitioning. But, I have contacted a Catholic Church to ask about RCIA.

[@home17able]

Great, don’t be shy, the devil is around every corner and will try to stop you in small ways. No phone call back, can’t find a sponsor, etc. Just keep persisting and praying you will get there. Proud of you.

[@gwenpierson7340]

May God be with you on your way back to how your detransition and keep every single part of your body healthy.

[@bridgetsloan2003]

Christ be with you! Contrary to what is popularly being told, the Catholic Church is soooo glad for you to join us on your journey to Heaven!

[@susansmithey5317]

What a delightful talk! This 69 year old grandma who converted to the Catholic Church in 2010 learned some wonderful things today. My two take aways I wrote down are “When I found your words I devoured them “ and “Pray for the grace to desire what God desires for you”. Helpful in a difficult time right now. Much love to you all. Thank you. 🙏 ❤

[@empackmanmueller1725]

Welcome home, may God continue to bless you abundantly as you discover the love and treasures of the Catholic faith

[@joanhaselman444]

Isn't it wonderful how he touches the hearts of us older women? I am so grateful to him for that, I am a 74-year-old convert, I converted 52 years ago, but my journey has been bumpy. I won't give up. because I love the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Our Lady, St. Joseph. and the Holy Angels and Saints so much. I am so grateful to our God.

[@the5cvs]

Lord Bless Susan Smithey. Whatever her struggles are at this moment, clear the way. Open all doors of opportunities for her. May you lead her by hand. Amen

[@mR-dc4oq]

What a wonderous prayer and thought: that God graces us with the desire for ourselves what Jesus desires for us!

[@Janeo7404]

Need prayers for my children to convert back to God

[@marykj91]

#metoo

[@MonicasHopeMinistry]

Love to pray with you with Monicas HOPE Ministry. We have weekly zoom prayer for those who do not have a gathering near them.

[@jeaninelot3357]

Me too

[@leoniea138]

Growing up Catholic ,, over here in Africa , we went to church every day . All of our lives were church ..we were so happy and fulfilled we did not see the horror of apartheid ...

[@TheJmlew11]

I went to seminary with Father Hill! Great man, and good to see him here.

[@home17able]

That is very cool

[@mmeyerdc]

Fr. Mac’s authenticity is his superpower.

[@leonoranorman8273]

Fr. Mac Thank you for sharing your conversion with us. Something you said reminded me of a quote by St. Augustine “ there is no saint without a past , no sinner without a future”.

[@kathysiebers2058]

Thank You for remaining Catholic.and Thank God for allowing you to become a priest...may He and Mother Mary Bless and protect you. Thank you for sharing.

[@EricN571]

Beautiful story , I’m glad this young man became a Priest to serve the Lord 🙏🙂

[@MariaPerez-Boricua]

5/22/2024 1011, I need mass in my life even if it’s watching the daily mass from Canada. Everyone should want to attend at least weekly!

[@patticharette3235]

Go go goooo!!! It is truly like being in Heaven and with Jesus…body, blood, soul and divinity! He is with you AS He wanted it to be every time you receive Him in the Eucharist! 🙏🏼✝️🥰

[@ninamgtez]

My heart burned to be baptized as an adult. So I baptized at age 56, now 65. I do not regret it. My being baptized as an adult has given me deep conviction to Christ Jesus.

[@user-ty4et8xo8s]

I really enjoyed getting to know Fr. Mac. I really respected you, when Ryan's wife, Jen was on the show. You listened to her, hardly spoke. Very respectful. God Bless you. The guys are great too.

[@carriemooney3813]

Thank you Fr Mac Hill. I’ll never forget the valuable time you gave to me at Our Lady of La Leche when you heard my confession. You taught me a great deal about forgiveness of others right after a profound loss I had experienced…I’d detail precisely what I mean but would rather write to you personally which I will. Anyway, you were so right! I’d love for you to be my future daughter-in-law’s RCIA leader on her journey to convert to Catholicism. I’m also encouraging my other son who just graduated from FSU to start attending mass at the Cathedral or Night Fire so he can hear you. You are a great inspiration for young adults starting out🙏 “God please grant me the grace to desire what God desires for me”…thank you.

[@timc5843]

We love Fr. Mac at SJP2, great show. God bless you all.

[@susanwatson9210]

I recognized Fr Mac from SJPll when he comes to help out at holy days. Thank you for telling your true story. You were t sone good two shoes holier than thou person. God hung around nd with sinners to bring them to Him. He already had tge goody two shoes. And I bet they made a good priest too.!!

[@peterburns2599]

Thank you Father Mac for your testimony.

[@stephenturner2557]

Thank you Father Mac for sharing your story.

[@willamartin6658]

God bless this beautiful young man. And thank you for being a priest.

[@glorialabella6361]

I’ve got hope in prayer for one of my 5 grandsons to be a priest. May God’s holy will be done in their lives. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙💙💙🎚🎚🎚🎚🎚

[@gwenpierson7340]

Maybe all 5 are called for this vocation 😊... Btw, praying for my 3 boys to be at the service of the Lord 🙏🏾

[@elizabethsackey4852]

So sweet to hear there is hope for catholic church ❤❤❤

[@denay92]

Hey Father, we graduated BK together. Great to hear your story and that you’re doing great things. God bless you ❤

[@danielscotthamm]

Father Hill, you are lucky to have had your Catholic upbringing and education. Your Conversion waa so young. It was after so little sinful behavior compared to most people. Now you can spend your life in service to God. Hallelujah!

[@tammyhartley1382]

Great show, sounded familiar to my son’s conversation story, gives me chills. Our church needs more of these young men, full of God, passion, and love for our Catholic Church. God bless you Fr Mac you are awesome! 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@maureenbaeten37]

Thank you, Fr Mac, for your talk on your conversion experience! God is so generous with His Mercy!

[@Jackie-ow9pt]

Hi Fr. Mac. We do love you at JP2. Thanks for your honesty in sharing your journey.

[@davidallengreen5153]

Thank you Catholic talk show God bless you three!!! Lori

[@lyndaalspaugh747]

Thank you there was a lot of insight and hope in this testimony. My son is in prison and has shut me out. When he was 7 God whispered he would be a clergy but I don’t remember the specific label the Lord used. When he was ten he told me he felt he was to grow up to be a pastor. Not sure what the outcome will be but I pray for God’s will for his destiny. God bless all of you and keep bringing what God has for his people,!

[@home17able]

Light a candle in the Church daily and say a prayer for him and his journey. He could be a preacher on the inside and help others find God. My Church has a code to use if it’s locked, see if you can get a key or code.

[@davidallengreen5153]

THE STORY ABOUT YOU and your mother Ryan D touched my heart! You brought your mother to MARY and GOD thre Jesus Christ you are truly a wonderful man of God!!!! Thank you,Lori 😊

[@ceiciliasura3879]

God be with you, father Mac🙏

[@thepersonalvocation]

Loved this episode! I really liked what Fr. Mac said: “pray for the grace to desire what God desires for you.” Such power in that prayer.

[@weezerweezer7473]

The Jesus bobble head is nodding in aApproval as I watch you gentlemen talk of conversions! No others are bobbing. Amazing!

[@beatamawung3873]

The sharing of fr Mac,s make the catholic believers trusting God more and more🙏🙏

[@rivkahmiri513]

Pray for the grace to desire what God desires for you! Love that, a perfect prayer for me!

[@treeannie8831]

I thoroughly enjoyed Fr.’s talk about his reversion and discernment! Great show. God bless yall! 🙏🏻✝️❤️‍🔥🩸

[@dorcas4035]

Glory to God, Thank you Fr Mac for saying Yes to the Lord, May our merciful Lord cover you with His Precious Blood forever🙏❤️✝️✅

[@carakerr4081]

Beautiful testimony! May many come to know the saving power of Jesus through this ministry! God bless the Catholic Talk Show and May God heal Jenn and Father Paganos mom ❤

[@aurea-allwalksoflife8303]

Thank you Fr Mac for sharing your conversion story . I can relate on all those stories. You’re an inspiration to so many including myself 🙏🙏🙏

[@myriamjean5224]

Praying for my son's conversion.

[@stefieladiong1707]

Amen’Thank you Fr.Mac for Sharing us your inspiring Life Testimony as God chosen in his Vineyard.God Bless you in your Priestly Ministry 🙏🙏🙏

[@joannecolombo3656]

Great episode and hope Father Mac is on again. God Bless you all.

[@form76]

Truly inspiring, tgank you having Fr Hill

[@MonicasHopeMinistry]

The timing of this podcast was PERFECT! A friend sent it to me on the VERY day my spiritual advisor was helping me understand discernment as i am feeling taking a new path with the ministry I started, Monicas HOPE Ministry.

[@johnmonti6993]

That was one awasome story may God bless you all

[@Sunshine-hn7ob]

This is absolutely amazing testimony! Thank you so much for sharing this. God bless you, gentlemen 🙏🏼

[@OliviaCortis]

Wow❣️I listened to you guys in a while but I had to listen to this one which I really enjoyed! My son wants to be a priest he had been saying so for a few years now his only 15, please pray for him because I know he has a long way to go❣️🙏🏻💕✝️

[@olgapreciado8705]

God bless you Father Mac and all fathers ❤

[@reginaldreyes3106]

Thanks for this episode.

[@profinancialfitness1506]

Great story. I shared this story on other social media sites. From Partying at the University of Florida to becoming a Priest.

[@stampinggrannieboyd9170]

Thank you for sharing your story. Our God is an awesome God! I have been on the Hallow app for a year,and it has increased my prayer life and I am aware of God in my life. There are so many prayer challenges that encourage me.

[@laurieperkins967]

Rosary Crew in the house!! Love listening to your show!

[@elsazamarripa2624]

Beautiful story and great show. God Bless you all!

[@carolynnmontgomery6047]

Wonderful testimony! Love it!

[@debbiewomack8952]

Father Mac!! Yes!!

[@user-mv2tg8hc8c]

So beautiful! Thank you for sharing!!

[@mpat100]

Blessings ,good luck and graces for Fr Mac Hill

[@sueduncan4256]

Vèŕy inteŕerestìng story. Enjoyed. God continues blessing on u.

[@rosemaryodonnell1908]

How fantastic Nightfire at the Cathedral would be to attend, with a holy, peaceful, welcoming ambiance to be in the presence of the Lord. It sounds wonderful. I enjoyed watching this video hearing of your journey to the Priesthood, Fr Mac Hill. God bless and protect you in your ministry. from NZ.

[@NismoPro780]

I can honestly say I have had the same experience where it was non-denominational ppl that have been there in the times to really kick start me into getting involved.

[@toddzbojovsky6619]

Awesome as usual God Bless

[@NM-tl6pe]

Those bobble heads are fantastic!

[@angelatakano6072]

Awesome guys !

[@angelaaranha5696]

an amazing conversion story! How great is our God!

[@lauraharris8140]

❤ wonderful and inspiring for our priest's and religious in waiting. May the Holy Spirit open eyes and hearts to gifts within. May I recommend you start a movement with all the school children that they are prayer warriors. For themselves, their families, friends, neighbors, the world. Catholic schools can collect their private and confidential prayer requests which the priest could put on the altar. Students would see the words of Jesus to let the little children to come unto Him, that He loves them, and listens to their prayers. What better way to show the children their prayers are offered up to God during Mass.

[@arlynocampo6963]

God bless you on your wonderful ministry 🙏

[@kaelasanchez1998]

Fr. Mac, your Ordination day is my birthday. That is so cool. 🤯

[@ebggabs3549]

Thank you for your show❤

[@user-lc5et8uy6b]

This is a powerful and beautiful testimony. 🙌🏻🙂🌻

[@AmberWendt]

I loved this so much. Thank you for sharing your story❤

[@Bina6019]

Powerful story! My favorite episode of your videos so far!

[@gregfarrelly8377]

Pray for the grace to desire what desires for you ❤😊 wonderful

[@patriciavallejo4269]

Thank you! I loved this!!

[@nicotorressantana]

Father Mac! Good to see him on here.

[@donaldnavatto9890]

It was an awesome video🙏🙏🙏

[@paulste761]

happy hearing Father Macs testimony. I had a similar experience with doubting my baptism as a child because a protestant was really putting in a lot effort to convince me that it wasnt valid. I actually ended up getting ''rebaptised''. Shortly after I realized it was wrong and I repented. Ultimatley, this brought me closer to my catholic faith, all glory to God

[@glorialeal8952]

I have Hallow and I love it.

[@blankimolina]

God bless father Mac! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🕊

[@ReddBlues]

When I told my parish priest I felt the Calling to the priesthood, I'll never forget the smile on his face 😊 But he just said something like, when you feel you're ready come talk to me and he'd connect with where I needed to go from there. I was probably in middle school at the time. That was it. I didn't get any discernment prosses.

[@user-bh9nw9yw9x]

You mean you never felt a calling again? Did you pray to God for guidance? So, what did you end up doing?

[@leonoranorman8273]

@ Ryan Dellacrosse… keeping your wife and your family in prayer.

[@francyyap9234]

Lord, I pray for Father Mac Hill’s priesthood. May he continue to serve us for you. I pray for his faith and may he evangelized more people especially those who have gone astray. Mama Mary okease intercede. St.Aloysius Gonzaga pray for us. Amen 🙏

[@roobear5357]

Father Mac reminds me of father Andrew Dalton… great interview

[@leonoranorman8273]

Ryan that is a wonderful historical story… back when Catholics were rejected! ( more than today ) … I have to look that letter up on google… wow! Thx for mentioning that!

[@MarylinTurner-tm3nv]

This guy is nice! Like him!

[@carolynkimberly4021]

Focus sounds awesome

[@user-rb7cr4me8t]

Shout out to FOCUS! My daughter was a missionary for two years.

[@bear8smylene]

.just subbed!

[@rgdden2702]

I prefer and love the Amen app! Daily use. Free.

[@ramonam9251]

Thank God ❤

[@carolynkimberly4021]

Ad Deum qui laetificat juventutem meum. God saw me through highschool and college.

[@MarylinTurner-tm3nv]

I love You Jesus Christ! My sweetheart!

[@mariog9966]

I just started enjoying your videos. Thank you! I was about to see if we could ask a question of what happened to the Father’s brother when one of you asked him. Well done 👏🏽 🙏🏽

[@babyadorable7448]

Pray for the grace God desires for you

[@donadieu83]

I like listening to your program . I would like to get my confirmation coordinator to listen . There would be a variety of such be able to express to kids of the love of God

[@user-ez4oy9uu5c]

22:02 The Non-Denoms can get you to herdlife, THEN you have to find the right herd following the Real Shepherd, Jesus in the Trinity with The Eucharist👍🏻

[@adacathy3018]

17:40 yup, people with faith always have a crazy happiness about them that everyone tries to chance and can’t find in the world

[@thuyvu7986]

Need prayers for my children to have conversion of heart to Jesus

[@mgw9562]

Very same catholic family life as me.

[@1consecratedtoGod]

Is Father Rich ever coming back to The Catholic Talk Show?