Why Are So Many People Leaving The Catholic Church? | The Catholic Talk Show

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys discuss why so many people are leaving The Catholic Church, the statistics behind them, and what can be done about it.
Episode 92:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• The shocking statistics of people leaving the Church
• What are the main reasons people leave?
• Why role did Vatican II have in the decline?
• What impact does the Sex Abuse scandal have?
• What needs to happen to reverse the trend?
• and much more
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[@claudiasolis7625]

I am new to your KZbin channel. I find it insightful and useful. I just wanted to share, I had left the church for many years, for many different reasons I chose to leave, and I was determined not to return. Over a year and a half ago, a life changing event occurred in my life and the lives of my immediate family. I would have never imagined this devastating event that left my heart shattered would be the reason for my return to the church but most importantly back to Jesus and Mother Mary. Thank you for this episode. It's been an inspirational topic.

[@empackmanmueller1725]

Welcome back home! I just like you had been away for over 20 years. Sinful in everyday, then my life went sideways. Came back to the church, started learning the faith. Went to adoration and heard a voice say " I love you always have my son" totally committed my life to christ and mother church, happiest I've been. Once you learn what the church truly means, and mass you would never leave! Catholic talk show has helped learn in a fun way about the faith. But as I've grown ready the suma, Scott hahn, trent horn and more deep catholic scholars has helped deepen my faith. My God bless you and keep you. May our beloved mother pray for you and your family.

[@claudiasolis7625]

@empackmanmueller1725 May God bless you always 🙏🏼 I hope to hear Our Lord's voice too. I haven't had the amazing experience yet, but I have faith one day it will. Thank you for sharing, gives me hope.

[@mrodrigues1529]

I'm sorry for your suffering. Jesus and Mother Mary was always with you. God is always with you. You just needed a shoulder to cry on. A good friend to talk to. Meditation, like the Rosary does help, writing in a journal does help. All I ask you is to be careful in who you trust. There is Good and Bad in all organizations, in all cultures, in all countries and in all people. But the Vatican is corrupt. Our Lady of Fatima, told the 3 shepherds that many priests would go to hell, in 1917! So, that is about over 100 years, that priests have been abusing children, those priests are the devils.

[@claudiasolis7625]

@mrodrigues1529 Thank you. God bless you and may Mother Mary walk by your side.

[@taylorann115]

I just came back to Catholicism and I brought my husband with me. We’re currently in RCIA classes and feel thankful because we have a good team teaching us and our priest is a very good priest also. I left initially because there was so much judgement against everything and everyone and it didn’t nourish my soul. It smacked of the Pharisees of Jesus time and He was not supportive of how they acted and treated people. I like that the church is making efforts to change a bit. The reason I came back was because I did really miss the Eucharist and other sacraments. I do wish the homily was longer. Lol. I enjoyed the hour long sermon in Baptist church but I also felt like a lot was lacking because the Eucharist was only given occasionally and it just wasn’t given the same value that is is given in the Catholic Church. Anyway, your show really helped my husband and myself(I’m stubborn) to join/rejoin the church. Thank you!

[@cyndephillipshohbein8232]

I grew up SDA - sermons were mostly like a Bible Study. I started going to Mass with my fiancé, I brought my Bible to Church ( pre-RCIA). Got odd stares… So, I mentioned later to an in-law in a very Catholic family. He explained that the purpose of Mass was to worship God, and there are (should be) other groups, meetings, LOVE YT, so I can get some help that way. But

[@empackmanmueller1725]

Godbless you sister! Read scott hahn on the mass wonderful book. Makes you appreciate it even more.

[@tde1970justreal]

From a former protestant that just entered the Church this year: One problem is the blender of frog parts that is modernism, relativism, and accepting the values of this age - a la critical theory and the "enlightenment" and wrapping those and politics in a Catholic bow and expecting people to accept this in lieu of objective truth. In the words of Saint Paul, if you preach Christ crucified, people will be convicted. There is a lot of confusion because too many things other than Christ crucified are the subjects of conversation. Some of the topics I had to endure in RCIA really highlighted this. People are afraid of offending the sensitivities of pagans. Less environmentalism, conversations about walls, married clergy, and politics. More Christ crucified.

[@filiusvivam4315]

wow, well said.

[@P4yn3]

Right. It's much smarter to be an anti-intellectual.

[@bonniematthews1080]

So many converts to Catholicism are better Catholics than Catholics! I’m so grateful to them for making the sacrifices they make to come to THE EUCHARIST. Welcome to the family. I apologize for the confusion that is going on now. Too bad the bishops tried to get “fancy” after Vatican II. My dad never left the Latin Mass. i went grudgingly with the new church and now after 50 years of seeing the terrible failures of the modern Church we have just signed up to be members of a Latin Mass parish church. It takes about an hour to get there but one mass was all it took to convince us that we had to come HOME!

[@dee2251]

I was a non-practicing Catholic for many years, but in 1998 when my grandfather was dying, I became very aware that I wasn’t only helping tend to my dying grandfather, who was in him and with him, but I was also tending to Christ suffering and dying on the cross too. That was the beginning of my journey. Jesus found his lost sheep and brought me back home to the Catholic Church. 🙏🏻

[@marleew6455]

Beautiful!!❤

[@MUSIC-MARY]

(110 A.D.) St. Ignatius an apostle of St. John: “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@donaldhill854]

Great show. We raised 8 children from 1979. Weakly catechized! My wife a convert in 1978. All 8 kept their Catholic faith. Two are religious sisters. Lots to share. Not always sure of the impact. Will never quit even when alone. At times reaching out as are our children. Lots of excuses I could have used to leave Catholicism. 🙏🤓💪💗. I do find it smelling of evil with the attack/suppresion on TLM.

[@Moonie-gd6gv]

I left the Catholic church at the age of 17 at the inception of what we called "guitar masses," Vatican II changes to the liturgy,,,the whole nine yards, the dumbed down language, silly music, taking communion in the hands, communion rails gone, altars turned around, and the faithful flapping their arms. I became a member of the Episcopal Church. I recently learned about TLM and watched Latin masses while locked down for Covid. I discovered there's an FSSP priest in a not too distant (small) city, I FLEW to meet this Pastor, who is brilliant, kind, understanding and truly holy. He welcomed me with open arms. Anyway, his sermons are inspiring. The Holy Mass is brilliant. I will never look back. Thank you, Jesus.

[@amandabula8732]

I certainly donot want anybody fingers puting the Euchrist in my mouth, Priest or Saint living in the earth. Gross do not know where those hands have been! Beside with so many illness now days, I do not do the wine and put my mouth in the chalis behind people. I was told all I needed was the Euchrist when returning to the church and doing the RCIA. I do not drink alcoholic beverages.

[@MUSIC-MARY]

(110 A.D.) “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@MUSIC-MARY]

@@amandabula8732 You are Dammed if you receive the Eucharist “Unworthily.” (I Corinthians 11:27-29) How can that be if its symbolic? (405 A.D.) Theodore: “[Christ] did NOT say, ‘This is the SYMBOL of but, this is my body.’ my blood,’ the EUCHARIST.” (Catechetical Homilies 5:1) (33 A.D.) “Except ye eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drink his blood, ye have NO life in you.” (John 6:53) (Mt. 26:26-29) (Luke 22:19-20) (70 A.D.) The Didache: Sunday, “Offer the Eucharist… in every place & time… a pure sacrifice.” (14:1-3) (CCC 1322-1419) (430 B.C.) “Gentiles; and in every place incense shall be offered unto my name, and a pure offering.” (Malachi 1:11) (189 A.D.) St. Irenaeus: “Eucharist of the blood and the body of Christ is made.” (Against Heresies, Book 5, Chapter 2, Verse 3) (110 A.D.) St. Ignatius (Letter to the Smyrnaeans 6:2, 7:1) “Those who hold heterodox do not confess that the Eucharist is the flesh of Jesus are perishing.” (155 A.D.) Justin Martyr (First Apology 66): “Eucharist is the flesh and blood of that Jesus.”

[@sdboyd]

My TLM parish is growing exponentially

[@francescowallum7883]

Mine too

[@glutenfree.nattyy]

What does "TLM" means? (With all respect, I don't know what it stands for)

[@BindingTheYoke]

@@glutenfree.nattyy Traditional Latin Mass ...and it's growing probably because not only is it beautiful and not like modernity it's truer to the faith.

[@RamManNo1]

The TLM mass at my parish is packed with millennials and tons of small children. While the NO is generally old/elderly. You’d think it would be the opposite. But not so

[@Guanajuatoeddie]

So is mine.... and I belong to 2 TLM Parrish’s.... one on Indy and one in McLean Va. vive Christo Rey et Ave Maria!!!.... vive St. Joseph

[@rachelwalsh5352]

I think this talk has been the most passionate and the most inspirational talk you guys have given. It was amazing and all so true. You guys are doing such an amazing work for our Church. Thank you!

[@beckytatz1048]

You guys have always been a beautiful example of Catholic MEN but the moments of vulnerability and tears are incredible. God bless you all!

[@whatchamacallit70]

I think responsibility falls on both the church and the parishioners to maintain attendance. When the whole thing about priest abusing children came about and how the church handled it by simply transferring the abusing priest to other parishes was the dealbreaker for the majority of parishioners. It’s like a relationship between two people. The effort has to go both ways for a relationship to work. How can we have faith in the church when all this child abuse is swept under the rug? That trust needs to be built again and that will take a long time.

[@eugenemcdonald4414]

But they're going to look for ways to get the Lost and the victims back in the church again and they are going to be re traumatized again until people until people wake up and hit them hard in the pocketbook

[@dianespanpinato8890]

@Lauren you would love it.your welcomed to join an RCIA class and learn horw to find jesus and the holy spirit.After spending my life as a catholic.im findind new things each mass i attend Im going through some terrible problems during mass i give them to the lord and ask for help while asking for forgiveness for my sins.Jesus comes to me.i always leave mass with tears of joy.its hard to explain .you must experience that joy. Join us please it will change your life i promise. I never stop praying rosary and divine mercy chaple.i ask you to get baptise.its the begging of a glorious journey. Pray to god to send you to savation.the lord loves you. As i do.

[@rogerhuner6566]

Letting prominent “Catholics” vehemently promote abortion with out Church admonition is also a sore point. If you are Catholic you should live as a Catholic and not condone Child murder.

[@efandmk3382]

This happens in all churches, not just Roman Catholic churches. Don't think for a minute that it doesn't. It's just bigger news, when its the RC church. People hold them to a higher standard. And that's not necessarily a bad thing.

[@donaldhill854]

It is Christ's church. Look for that which is true and shun the evil where you find it.

[@johsiantorres8495]

I'm getting baptized soon I'm so excited. The catholic faith is me I am nothing without God!

[@kimthetruthofit6965]

First and foremost I am a follower of Jesus Christ baptized into Catholic tradition.

[@kevinsweeney1986]

That's awesome!

[@kimthetruthofit6965]

Nothing man does is without sin including the Catholic Church.

[@patsyspry6248]

Sanctus Gaming Praying it’s a TLM Parish and not the FAKE CHURCH OF PAUL Vl

[@mariaseidi4764]

Great ,I was walking in the street shopping ,I hear Church bells ringing I come inside and the the ceremony was just about to start ,I feel like a wam ligth and peace ,and a real sense that I belong there (this was around 2years ago ),since then I have been attending the church ...Before I like to read about differents religions but I didn't follow any in particular (all this happen while I was facing many problems in my life financial and depression )I was really starting to wonder if that all there is in this world and if it's worth to be here (but I could not do nothing seriouse because of the pain I would cause to my mother)?And I have days I stay mostly in bed.In this time I discover same natural treatment that really work for me ,and I'm so much better from the depression that I almost can believe it...a real miracle ,it looks like I'm back to live (I use to laugth around people and pretend everything is ok but I was depressed).And since then I had so many messages from God (like finding a paper in the street with the message "prayer is the answer"when i was very worried about how I will survive all this Corona Virus and my future.Thinking back God have been always there and always took care of me ,it was me that's always didn't care to seek for him Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@Hotamale2011]

People are leaving the church because those who call themselves Catholic live the same and have the same lifestyle and moral as those who don’t. It is on all of us Catholics. Not just the magisterium.

[@dr.soullessdead59]

Why stick around a bunch of people who prey on younger people and depend on prostitutes although they are married.

[@janetyoung6097]

Then the church should start teaching the Magisterium again and it's leaders should stop worrying about how much they are fussed over by the press and like by the media. Or how much money they can fleece from flock and government to continue with the life style they have been accustomed to. Remember folks this is how the reformation started with the financial and moral corruption with regards to the hierarchy.

[@faithoverfear1722]

that would because we are all apart of the fallen human race. Not everyone who says they serve God does whether Catholic or Protestant. There are some who do thought on both sides and their faith and love are beautiful

[@matthewbrady5214]

Yes!

[@josephzammit6396]

Well said! I’m publishing a weekly KZbin video on episodes from the life of Don Bosco, entitled ST JOHN BOSCO by JOE ZAMMIT. In this series I’m narrating events and miracles from the splendid life of Don Bosco. St John Bosco used to perform a miracle almost every day, through the intercession of Mary Help of Christians. From the lives of saints we can learn how to love God more and draw closer to him. Thank you.

[@dianefromwestport125]

my Mom was Catholic and my Dad Protestant. Brought up 3 Catholic girls..I married a Christian Scientist and we brought up 2 Catholic girls. This year is our 50th and as a gift to me he is going to take classes toward becoming Catholic!

[@loribothwell5493]

Happy Golden Anniversary ♥️

[@Kitiwake]

Totally awesome guy!

[@debbie2027]

God is Good

[@nancyroland6503]

Awesome! Both of you! Happy Anniversary!

[@lindaolsen593]

congratulations 👏 well done, God bless

[@mikereynolds2824]

Several generations of young people are not being taught the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Parents and schools are to blame.

[@ntmn8444]

Yes! Yes! Yes!!

[@katiedid8192]

Amen. My children were born in the ‘70s. Their cathacheais was so liberal. My one daughter made her First Communion before her first Confession. I repeatedly questioned the content and I was told I was too old fashioned and I needed to get with the program. Well, I have3adult children who do not attend any church. They also do not believe that there is a difference between denominations. Doesn’t surprise me when the Holy Eucharist was given so little respect and the beauty of the Catholic Church was not stressed. I went to Mass and tried my best but culture and poor cathechesis had their toll

[@richardmunger6553]

How ignorant and stupid!!!!!!

[@richardmunger6553]

ThIs is the same church that took pleasure in poking the eyes of so-called heretics with hot pokers . It blows my mind that people still believe this crap !!!!! Disscusting!!!!!

[@recabitejehonadab2654]

@@richardmunger6553 absolutely. Catholicism is an abomination.

[@joanwair3742]

When my granddaughter passed away, my priest hugged me and it meant so much to me that he really cared!!!

[@harriettannediger8772]

And it didn't take latin to do that!

[@GardenMinistry.]

Same thing, when my grandmother died. Same priest who married me, baptized my daughters, and see's me every Sunday. Priest's become such an important part of our lives. I love my priest.

[@ashlings390]

I am so sorry for your loss 🙏🏻

[@maryamal5538]

Good evening Father well I haven't heard that in my church .. and I will never and had never left my Catholic church .. because I have strong faith in God , keep my prayers, mass , rosary .. but ,what the churches should do is have priest teach bible classes, preaching, talk of values ,everyday problems,.prayers,all this should be done on KZbin . Like a priest named Father Mark Goring , from Saint Mary's Church in Ottawa Canada .. and he has followers from all over the world and even people of other faiths , who praise him for preaching to people the word of God and give talks of different things that happened in our every day life .

[@lauraperson3023]

Maryam Al I agree with you totally. Priests should be teaching.

[@psoon04286]

@Tony in Tasmania Greetings brother in Christ. You are absolutely right about the DIY method. If the average faithful doesn't take the trouble to learn and know more of our Catholic faith, he's not going to learn it from his weekly attendance at Sunday Mass.

[@lonelytraveller5062]

Solution: Go back to Tradition

[@Otterface_]

YEAH!

[@dr.soullessdead59]

solution. get rid of the religious orders and stop stalking people.

[@mrodrigues1529]

It won't help - to go back to Tradition, as beautiful that it is - the problem is too huge, priests have kill those children's spirits.

[@petergasparini280]

As a fellow guido I was tearing up. The most powerful episode I've seen from you guys. Keep doing what you're doing, you're a powerful witness of Christ and His Church and we need that so bad as you guys pointed out so well, God bless

[@elwow72]

Great show!! I’m 47 years and your show has thought me more than the 16 years of Catholic Schooling. I ask God what He wants me to hear before I turn on the show and it’s exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you and a keep up the great work!! God bless! 😊

[@tinkerinjones6604]

Maybe the question is, "Why is the church leaving Catholics"?

[@luciano9755]

Exactly.

[@4ofSeven]

Yep

[@sstritmatter2158]

How? Christ is alive and in the Church today and forever.

[@cosmic4037]

Yes... a Pope who abandons the flock in China and makes war on traditional Catholics. The many victims of you know what and corruption. A clergy promoting WOKE more than GOD. Sure Francis will plant another tree whilst the forest dies. Lots of reasons. But never been said more to the point as you..Why has the church left us. Maybe it was closing the churches. kinda sent the message the sacraments dont matter especially JESUS in mass and then trying to put a band aid over a gaping wound. Maybe it's in fighting among bishops. Its obvious the modernists with lust and passions are attacking the traditional and orthodox among them...the list goes on.

[@robynbeach3198]

If like to better understand where you're coming from too...

[@04724349]

I would like to thank you for your show and your hard work. This is the first time I watch it and I notice that you have a true zeal and love for the bride of Christ. Father and brothers, one thing that really pains me are how many millions are leaving the church for Evangelical and pentecostal churches in Latin America. Recently I read that in countries like Puerto Rico and Honduras, Evangelicals are actually the majority of the population and Catholics have become a minority. There are entire towns in Guatemala that are full Evangelical. This means not a single person is Catholic in an entire town. And the problem is, people are very happy and joyful for having left the Church. I have a friend who left the church in South America because when his mother was dying, he asked the priest to come to give her the last rites and he said that he wasn't available. The lady died without the last rites. In his case, I don't know if he left the church or the church has left him.

[@reneeharagsim4720]

Wow, very sad and heart broken, millions fell away from all corner of this world.

[@consmbato8216]

Very sad, indeed. Lets pray for their conversion and for more good priests. With prayer from Indonesia.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Pew Research has reported that South Americans are becoming X-catholics.

[@dahlenepretorius4380]

My daughter and I are so excited and blessed, being confirmed this week, we left the Protestant church 12 years ago.

[@MUSIC-MARY]

St. Ignatius an apostle of St. John: (107 A.D.) “Where there is Jesus Christ there is the CATHOLIC church.” (Letter to the Smyrnaeans 8:2) (110 A.D.) “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@conniebabcock4045]

I left the Catholic Church 34 yrs ago. I came back this past Easter. I felt something missing in my life. Im so glad I came back. I feel home again. I’ve even started saying the Rosary again. ❤😊🙏🙌💙✝️🇺🇸🥰💒. I enjoy your shows.

[@MUSIC-MARY]

Welcome home prodical daughter! (110 A.D.) “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@RestoreJustice675]

If I had to guess I'd say it was the Eucharist that you missed and the Eucharist that brought you back. Welcome home.

[@stevenj1214able]

The most common thing I hear when I talk to people about the Church is the sex abuse scandal. The bishops and priests involved in this did so much damage that we will be seeing it for years. Also the large number of the faithful who are still in the Church but don’t believe Jesus is present in the Eucharist.

[@luciano9755]

The worst part of it is that the Vatican did absolutely nothing to isolate the matter, but instead spread it over the whole Catholic Church. Priest have gone from figures of authority respected by the community to old creeps that parents won't ever let be near their children. The media has a lot to do with this, but the blame lies on the Church not caring about abuse.

[@mikeyb17p51]

Remember those were people with human feelings. They are not the Church it self I have been a Catholic all my life, I did not go to Church for about 12 years lately. I'm almost 70 now. I never stopped praying or not believing in God or the trinity. My wife of 50 years and I go to Church every week now. We are once again true Catholics. My wife converted from being a Baptist to a Catholic before we married. I love this women very deeply.

[@jessiejames7492]

i dont trust priests 100 percent.. but i still go to church. god is the one i pray to. not the priests.

[@jonathangoodwin646]

Even though I'm a guy it was a priest hurt me I told him my wife pregnant with my daughter the he hug me graduate. Found out later he was part of the Scandal I feel hurt he hurt me by lying I trusted him by accident I saw his picture he went to prison. I returned to the church I do believe in the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist what I feel sorry for the kids that suffered

[@ericvey]

These guys want to blame the "sexual revolution" for what the priests were doing. I happen to know that it precedes that time. I grew up in an area that was predominantly Catholic, over 70%, but I wasn't one. I had a classmate who was so excited to become an alter boy and told me all about it. Months later he told me what a priest was doing to him. We didn't really understand what was going on, but it didn't seem right. He only told me because I wasn't Catholic because he knew that nobody else would believe him. His parents were "old school" and I knew them. They were sure that priests were God personified, something my parents scoffed at. He wanted to know what he should do and I had nothing for him. He ended up telling his parents he didn't want to go to church anymore, but he wouldn't say why. He had to go to talk to guess who, to tell him that he didn't want to go anymore. His parents wouldn't leave him alone at home, so he would stay in the car during mass and they were not understanding. In fact, they gave him an amazing amount of trouble about it. Before people start popping off, not my parents, not the teachers, nor the police would have believed him because that was the way things were then. If he had come forward and complained, he would have been in even more trouble. My family moved away, so I never knew what happened to him, but looking at his miserable family life, I doubt anything good.

[@Louis-ux1yr]

I also had a small problem with a priest. I was married in the church to my first (abusive) husband. Got divorced a year later. Tried to annul my Church wedding and the Church asked me for a lot of money… I did not have. Then, went to church and spoke to the priest. He was rude and told me not to get close to “his” altar. Wow! I spoke with another Priest and he was very kind; remind me how much God loves me. Years later, met my now husband, annulled the first wedding and remarried in the Catholic Church. I love God dearly, I love the Catholic church and here I’m, serving the Lord as much as I possible can! Love you guys 🙏🏼

[@mrodrigues1529]

You are so naive.

[@MUSIC-MARY]

There is good and bad everwhere, the Roman Catholic is still the one true church! (110 A.D.) “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@peterwallis4288]

​@@mrodrigues1529 in what way?

[@jimkottinger5028]

Catechesis is most important. We need teachers that can teach. My daughter ended up teaching her own confirmation class because the teacher did not have any answers for questions the kids had. PS. I’m an ordained deacon

[@wendyjansen2272]

I agree wholeheartedly, we definitely need more catechist. I firmly believe that any catechist who teaches confirmation should do a course in theology so that they can better understand what they teaching. Study the CCC and Vatican 2 docs cause the young people of today have technology on hand and if you as a catechist cannot answer them , they will leave the church. Also the main catechist are the parents , everything starts in the home. Most Catholic homes nowadays don't so much as have an altar , or prayers are not being said at home. Another sad part is that the evangelical churches attract our young with their disco type music that they play.

[@amandabula8732]

Wendy Jansen you are so right about the music in evangelical churches and also no bible teaching with correct interpretation. Just verses taking out of content and chapter to make a story line by the pastor. Which story line use by the pastor has nothing to do with what the chapter or Book of the Bible is teaching. Yes you are so right about the altar in the home. I am 58 and remember my mother who was raise Catholic having one at home. I did not understand it at all but it was there. All those image and question from my home was what brought me back from the Protestant world, questioning which church was the original one establish by Christ and what kind of worship was used in the early church since many of the bible passage of the early church did not look nothing like the Protestant churches in 20 Century Western Culture.

[@dr.soullessdead59]

Jim, how does it feel being on your knees while supporting organized crime?

[@janetyoung6097]

A lot of modern Catechesis have been not taught by nun or priests that have spent their lives in the faith. Instead it has been a collection of misinformation taught be people who are just people in the church with a month or two of training themselves and working with not very accurate material and resources My sister could teach better RCIA.

[@lindaolsen593]

2. Abortion is murder should be called such. But making a crime puts many women in jail on our tax dollar. Are they a threat to society, while the Trumps and Epsteins walk around free and some of us vote for them. You want to keep women help them. Stop demonizing them. Does the church plan to help these women with 10-13 kids. Treat them with respect, again i do not see it. I love my church, but women need more from it

[@bartboesten6886]

You guys are so marvelous . Since you minister right here miracles happen. I saw an angel walking at my work today. I love mass. I watch on t.v. here. I am not happy if I can not talk to my lord. Good Job. Much love from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@babecarla]

✝️✝️✝️💞

[@beckynoname6783]

My reason for leaving 50 years ago I went to a priest to get married. After one meeting with him and my boyfriend he told me my marriage would not last and refused to marry us. My husband AMD I will celebrate our fiftyith wedding anniversary this fall. Tried to go back a few years ago and did not feel the same. I know God has not turned his back on me but the church did.

[@ntmn8444]

You can try and get it convalidated. Come back! We love you!

[@recabitejehonadab2654]

Good reason to leave the hypocritical Catholic church among and it’s phony man made system. It’s best to find a Protestant denomination. Any is better than the filthy Catholic man made institution that God is not apart of and it’s present and past sinful actions.

[@mrodrigues1529]

You're doing fine. You have faith in God, and he will never leave you.

[@vivachristorey4777]

I started reading the Baltimore Catechism. It has great questions answered that kids would understand and parents, too.

[@ralessi1675]

My grandson goes to a Catholic College and the professors aren’t even Catholic. Very little religion taught

[@a.p5079]

oh wow... that wasn't the case in my catholic high school. I'm surprised that catholic colleges aren't held to the same standards.

[@michaelottesen6143]

Very sad!

[@irenemccann7032]

Shocking

[@kurokotetsuya7997]

not in the philippines

[@ntmn8444]

I went to a Catholic school and I was required to take a religion course. Not sure about all.

[@timboslice980]

I've been obsessed with catholicism for about a year. I'm in RCIA now its the culmination of about a decade long apologetics journey. Through the class I've met about 20 members of the parish, almost all of them are seriously lacking in knowledge of scripture or have any apologetics. It's the only parish within an hour from where I live and I'm the only one in RCIA this year. I hope I can make a positive difference while learning the lifestyle

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

History of Catholicism reports Scripture has been Hidden, Forbidden and Replaced. Hidden by Latin language. Forbidden by Council of Trent. Replaced by Catechism.

[@shellytgregory1]

THIS is so POWERFUL!!! Truly the talk that needed to happen. Thank you! And truly we do have a society of victimization. I learned the truth about taking power back. And, this talk resonates with my own realization. Thank you, gentlemen. Thank you, God. Love this!

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Traumatized people have had their personhood “power” stripped and stolen. You might educate yourself

[@michaeldavis4746]

Thank you so much for doing the Catholic Talk Show. I always love to hear the very important discussions you make. I pray every single day that our Pope will not close down the Tridentine Latin Mass. There is so much pressure from the Vatican to do this. 2,000 years of Catholic tradition will be wiped out. So many will feel alone if this is done. Overturning The Council of Trent, the acceptance and embracing of our Extraordinary Mass by literally hundreds of Popes since Peter. We have been to Mass since childhood every day during the weekdays and Sundays. I am so used to the Latin Mass and I am so so sorry to see what is going on in the Church. Please God answer my fervent prayers.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

The 151 Anathemas produced during the Council of Trent should be removed. Otherwise, this ongoing Ecumenical Movement is a sham.

[@bcfriardoyle7697]

When I attended Catholic college (76-80) homilies were engaging and in a teaching tone- I loved it! When I went back home, the homily was dry I felt without a tie to the present day and no teaching was involved. It was hard to to be excited. I asked my priest to start a group for young people my age. His response was: Won’t be any interest. When I got married we asked for a couple group in a different parish, got the same response. This might be part of the problem. I never left the church, but ashamedly was away during the scandal. Then I realized; You don’t leave your best friend (Jesus) when He’s in trouble! I’ve learned and understood more online since COVID and felt closer to my Lord in the last year, than the last 40 years. Why aren’t things addressed in the parish??? 💖🦩

[@bobbianngarrett1962]

I am a follower a Catholic. Approximately 10 years ago I was in a physical and emotional crisis. I tried to find a priest to talk to. I was given the runaround and told to come back on Saturday for confession. I didn’t want to wait till egg so I went to a parish and approached the priest who is not one bit happy with me. But he didn’t give me some time, and I guess feel better after talking to him his last statement, which to me was come back for coffee. But he refused to make a decision for me and told me it was up to me, I was surprised, but I was really glad. I go to a protestant church now because there’s a sense of community that I am sadly lacking in my life I don’t find this in the Catholic Church. I Joe find this shepherding experience that comes from pastors as opposed to pre-. My mom always said “we are all go in the same place, but we’re taking different roads close. That was a very wise statement. I spent a lot of time being angry at the Catholic Church, but no more it just doesn’t meet my needs.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

USA Pew Research results ~ From Children raised Catholic 52% are Adult X-catholics.

[@franklegerski9682]

Well done, men. I left the church for 42 years. (19-61 years old) The church didn't leave me. I had my petty excuses why not to go back. I knelt at the cross and held my nail. Then a priest in a 300 member church helped me make everything right and I'm back, married in church and a productive member in my church. I just joined the Knights of Columbus and understand about what y'all said about understanding! God works in mysterious ways. God bless y'all.

[@johnyang1420]

Welcome back!!!

[@MUSIC-MARY]

St. Ignatius an apostle of St. John: (107 A.D.) “Where there is Jesus Christ there is the CATHOLIC church.” (Letter to the Smyrnaeans 8:2) (110 A.D.) “Repent and return into the unity of the church, follows a SCHISM he shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.” (Avoid Schismatics 3:2, 3:3, 4:1, 4) (354-430 A.D.) St. Augustine: “The one true Church, the catholic Church.” (A Sermon to Catechumens on the Creed 14) (412 A.D.) St. Augustine: “Whoever is separated from this Catholic Church the wrath of God rests upon him.” (Letters 141:5)

[@TeacherMom80]

You've definately helped bridge the gap, guys -- for all 6 souls within our household. Thank you! 🙂 Please, keep talking. My 4 sons need your voices! My husband & I, too. God be with you & yours, always! 💖🙏🏼🕊️

[@jamisonharris9869]

I left the Catholic church over 20 years ago. Proud Baptist pastor to this day. I am addressing these same issues with my church, that people have walked away from faith period, and what are we going to do about it.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Being Baptist, whomever walked away 1st heard The Gospel Truth.

[@florenciadimarco-rh5ub]

This is one of the best episodes I ve ever seen, guys, I love it!

[@peterstewart9376]

I have thoroughly enjoyed this episode as well as the other recent ones! Seriously great talk! You men speak with POWER! God bless you all! ✝️

[@elizabethfink3065]

As a mother I have always monitored relationships between my children and adults. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@johnnyg.5499]

This is among the BEST shows you have done. You hit all the points that rankle me personally about the Church with the scandals, abuses etc. Before watching your program (and this ties in with the exact topic you were discussing at 43.00) I read a CNA report on the fact that RETIRED Cardinal Whuerl had received $2 million dollars for his personal use from the Archdiocese of Washington DC. This is slightly more than he received in 2020. When asked about this, his office told the reporter to contact the Archdiocese. So far, no response from headquarters.......and I'm not surprised. I'm a lifelong practicing Catholic layman and (retired) from 31 years as a Rel. Ed. (American History & Theology as double majors at DePaul U. in Chicago) teacher. I'd never leave because of the very truths of Faith that you all so wonderfully described. I've never heard it expressed better. But as I said in my first sentence, I'm "rankled" and what faithful Catholic isn't?? I'll be sure to follow you on TCTS "religiously" (pun intended!). I hope this presentation hits home with many people....especially family/friends of the NONES.

[@shaynana1251]

I'm Protestant and grew up that way with the typical Protestant vs. Catholic mindset. It's guys like you that really make me want to tear down those judgemental walls and embrace fellow Christians of different backgrounds, despite some theological differences. Although I really can't see myself becoming Catholic, especially because of the sexual abuse scandals, I REALLY appreciate you guys for being so open and honest about it.

[@JJ-cw3nf]

These guys are good. I research the topics they discuss. It's always important to research everything you hear.

[@theresasmith8972]

If THAT is the only thing that is stopping you, know this- Satan is NO respecter of ANYTHING or ANYONE, no matter their religion, station in life, gender or (name it). Protestant ministers, boyscout leaders, teachers, politicians,police, doctors, etc. have fallen prey to the evil temptation of child abuse. It occurred in biblical times in the temples. So why should the evil one stop short of priests? We have freedom of choice and not all PEOPLE have resisted evil. I AM a Catholic. One who was taken advantage of as a child. But I tell you, I do not have a grudge against my whole religion or church because of the evil in this one man. God will judge. Remember this

[@theresasmith8972]

If THAT is the only thing that is stopping you, know this- Satan is NO respecter of ANYTHING or ANYONE, no matter their religion, station in life, gender or (name it). Protestant ministers, boyscout leaders, teachers, politicians,police, doctors, etc. have fallen prey to the evil temptation of child abuse. It occurred in biblical times in the temples. So why should the evil one stop short of priests? We have freedom of choice and not all PEOPLE have resisted evil. I AM a Catholic. One who was taken advantage of as a child. But I tell you, I do not have a grudge against my whole religion or church because of the evil in this one man. God will judge. Remember this

[@theresasmith8972]

If THAT is the only thing that is stopping you, know this- Satan is NO respecter of ANYTHING or ANYONE, no matter their religion, station in life, gender or (name it). Protestant ministers, boyscout leaders, teachers, politicians,police, doctors, etc. have fallen prey to the evil temptation of child abuse. It occurred in biblical times in the temples. So why should the evil one stop short of priests? We have freedom of choice and not all PEOPLE have resisted evil. I AM a Catholic. One who was taken advantage of as a child. But I tell you, I do not have a grudge against my whole religion or church because of the evil in this one man. God will judge. Remember this

[@theresasmith8972]

If THAT is the only thing that is stopping you, know this- Satan is NO respecter of ANYTHING or ANYONE, no matter their religion, station in life, gender or (name it). Protestant ministers, boyscout leaders, teachers, politicians,police, doctors, etc. have fallen prey to the evil temptation of child abuse. It occurred in biblical times in the temples. So why should the evil one stop short of priests? We have freedom of choice and not all PEOPLE have resisted evil. I AM a Catholic. One who was taken advantage of as a child. But I tell you, I do not have a grudge against my whole religion or church because of the evil in this one man. God will judge. Remember this

[@oliveyaremko337]

I'll never leave the church I'm Ukrainian catholic I love going to church to worship one God the father don't le T the devil use you. God will destroy the devil I wont listen the devil. God creat the church to save peoples.🙏💒

[@mrodrigues1529]

You are naive. God did not create the church. And, St. Francis understood it, very well, that he left his fellow monks, found a cave and there in prayer became close to God. You love Community. You can find Community at school, at work, with family, in any social clubs - like the sewing club, and with your neighbours. Our Lady of Fatima, told the 3 shepherds that many priests would go to hell, in 1917! So, that is about over 100 years, that priests have been abusing children, those priests are the devils.

[@sftrick]

Re-watched this video 2 years later...I think it's natural for many people to leave a Church where they were baptized as infants with no say in the matter. Obviously, as they grow and learn more, they may feel that they don't agree with what the Church believes, or they may just feel like they get nothing out of participating in it. I'm 47 and have taken 2 decade+ long breaks from the Church. I'm currently driving past 2 closer parishes to attend mass at a Jesuit-run parish. I'm glad I discovered them and am hopeful that prior issues will no longer occur. :)

[@ronrocheleau3035]

I’m back after 50 years!!! Reborn on Feb 13th 2023. I just came back to the RCC / and plan on being a devote mendicant friar. And I had very good reasons for denouncing my faith in 1974. Pax et Bonum.

[@skgschrock]

I am glad I have continued to listen to these. I was getting turned off by the political discussions that were occasionally brought in, but appreciated that you talked openly about the problem it is causing today. There are strong liberal and conservative Catholics and we all have a home in this Church. I don't always agree with everything you all say, but there are things I am learning as I listen to you, especially the Father. One thing that has deeply influenced my faith to grow stronger is because of the loving words and inclusion I hear from Pope Francis, and my local Priests.

[@kevins4254]

My wife, my kids and I joined the Catholic Church 12 years ago. There were about 40 people in our RCIA class and we are the only ones still in the church. Our parish has about 2,000 members but there is no unity. People don’t seem to care about each other. When we miss Mass, nobody notices or cares. There are no Bible studies and when the church tries to hold a study nobody shows up. It’s the exact opposite of our former Protestant Church.

[@alhilford2345]

Welcome to the Church, but I hope you're not getting discourage. Catholic parishes are not the hub of social activities that Protestant congregations frequently are. Most people will just be attending for spiritual reasons. If you want to get involved try offering to volunteer somewhere.

[@lindaolsen593]

We need bible study after mass, I think too

[@lindaolsen593]

@@alhilford2345 I have, you work for them but ignored. You leave, do not try again

[@LoriBothwell]

I’m a revert on fire 🔥 for my Catholic faith after becoming deceived by the New Age movement. I’m now using this devastating experience to warn other people about this horrible deception. Look for my upcoming book ❤

[@jonathangoodwin646]

I'm one add left to church the reason I left the church I did not know what I believed in even though I had the classes I still didn't know if someone asked me what religion are you how to say Catholic. I did not know what practicing Catholic was I've never heard that term. I baptized 1979 and confirmation confirm didn't go very much Mass because I got mixed up doing things I should not be doing doing drugs drinking too much hanging around the people I should not be hanging around. Then I started going to other churches. 2006 me and my wife got married in the Catholic Church I was off to a good start unfortunately I started going to other churches again cuz I did not know what I believed in the same things I had doubts before. Something I forgot to mention I was baptized at age 22 and I got married at age 50 me and my wife did Stay Together even though I left the church for 13 years that was the main reason I didn't know what I believed in so I came back to the church I've been bad for 17 months now I go to mass every Sunday holy day. And I took the classes over again at KZbin why we believe in that has helped me to know what we believe in before I thot Eucharist was only a symbol come to find out I learn it's the presence of Jesus Christ's body and blood I don't know how I miss that. When I would go to confession I thought it was the priest that forgave sin I found out that's not true I found out when I say bless me Father for I have sinned that I'm actually talking to God the Father the priest is there is to guide me give me pendants. And I don't know how I miss that. I didn't know what a mortal sin was I thought Sin is Sin all sins are the same that was something that my mom taught me but she wasn't Catholic. I learned you have to go to confession when you have a mortal sin. There is also venial sins I did not know about that one either. I also did not know if you do not want to receive the Eucharist Cross Your Arms there was so much I did not know the reason I had so much trouble with learning all this stuff I have a learning disability so I'm in I'm slow on learning

[@RebeccaLoiacono]

Reasons I left: I reached out for help as a troubled teen from a broken family and was met with rug sweeping, blame, and hellfire from ministry and ccd leaders. I longed for a relationship with Jesus and was met with long winded unrelated homilies that bored me to tears. I honestly don’t feel the priests in my hometown after our good priests were driven out could even consecrate the Eucharist anymore. My disdain and apathy for Sunday Mass made me feel more resentment at God than I was comfortable with. So I stepped away to save my relationship with God. I went to a baptist Church that gave me the tools in scripture I was longing for to understand what it was like to have a real relationship with Jesus based in faith and love. I feel the Catholic Church I grew up in was based in fear and obedience. What I am missing in the reverence, worship, and structure, that I have in the Catholic Church and that is what makes me consider coming back.

[@MeowyMakes]

I'm sorry that happened to you. I hope and pray you do come back, and I hope you find a better parish that meets your needs and desires. I'm always here if you ever need anything.

[@mariachijazmin3970]

Amen!!! This is happening in other churches outside of the Catholic Church too. Podcasts such as yours are so helpful to bring people back to the Church.

[@yvescallahan2103]

I would never leave my Mother, she is the most merciful, loving and amazing Church I have been gifted into! Yes she is filled with imperfect people and yes SOME have hurt her in very terrible ways! But "some" will NEVER keep me from her, for she holds the most amazing gift from God given freely to us all "JESUS"! I pray for those that have left and their return and for those that never have understood the above statement, I invite you all to come and learn, search, reseach, read learn why many will NEVER leave and are will to die for her!

[@InesitaMagnificat]

Thank you for your ministry! You don’t realize how helpful and healing your show is. Thank you father for carrying this huge cross. I am praying for you

[@SuperRuthJ]

I am crying with you Father.

[@christophergrillo5099]

My local FSSP parish is packed full every Sunday. The TLM has helped me deepen my faith tremendously.

[@ignatiusjackson235]

Guys, this was an amazing episode. I had a whole rambling comment that I just deleted because you guys touched on all of it and so much more. God bless all three of you.

[@Classical.Conservative]

I'm blessed to have discovered the truth at a young age and convert to Catholicism at 17. I was confirmed last September. It is sad to see that my generation has mainly done the opposite of me and have left the one true church but I pray that they come to God soon.

[@OceanicPearlz1]

Congratulations 🎉 Amen I hope so too. I cannot wait till I explore more into my faith. 🤍there is more to learn and explore and receive comformation and sacraments. Grateful to be Catholic since baptiism of a baby

[@mrodrigues1529]

Come on, there is no such thing as the One True Church. St. Francis realized this and walked away from his corrupt monks. The Vatican is corrupt. All the faiths pray to the same God, only their devotion is different. Here's a tip: Go outside, close your eyes, feel the wind against your face and know that God is with you. It's that simple. And, I don't have to go to church, to be with God, we are inseparable.

[@PantheraOnca60]

Over the past several decades I've met many dozens of people who have left the Church, and it has nearly always come down to one statement: "The Church wasn't meeting my spiritual needs." And every time I have pressed the question further it became very clear that these people weren't actually talking about their spiritual needs; it was their emotional needs -- which needs are not the Church's primary mission. We live in a spoiled, shallow society that confuses feelings with spirituality.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

Well, if they feel alone, if they don't feel God in others, I can see it. Some talk of the pious ones who think if you don't fit one mold, you are out, others go out of tradition, but don't understand the faith. I think many priests on youtube and other social media understand the need to feel part of the church family. That can take time, not everyone is at the same point. If they weren't taught things correctly and MANY misinformation's existed since I was a child in the 60's and 70's, I can see being confused and feeling alone. They need a good guide and not feel overwhelmed

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Christ spoke about the heart. Emotional needs are important.

[@sptomase]

Two major reason I see as a former Presbyterian are: 1. Protestant pastors are better at spreading hate and lies about Catholicism to their congregations than the Catholic Church is at disarming their propaganda. Catholics don’t often offer proof other than ‘you’re wrong’. 2. We’ve gotten away from tradition and tried to be closer to the world. It was a mistaken in my opinion.

[@mrodrigues1529]

We are here to help, others, to serve. Not to take. At the same time, not to be a burden, to our friends, family, society, but to lighten their own crosses. Forget about 'Tradition', that is far gone. It's what is in your heart that counts, the love that you have for others and God, Jesus, Mary. Here is a tip: If you want to be close to God, go outside, close your eyes, feel the wind against your face and know that God is with you.

[@sptomase]

@@mrodrigues1529 idk other than 2 times outside of the Church I mostly feel him at the TLM.

[@EnchTikiRm]

Outstanding episode gentlemen. May I suggest that after your opening theme music, you start each episode with a prayer. I would also appreciate a virtual blessing from Fr. Pagano at the conclusion of each episode. Thanks

[@vrcarlos6955]

I completely agree. Pray before and a blessing from Father at the end. Amen!

[@zombiechik190]

I'm experincing this now with my 12 year old . He says he doesn't believe in Jesus it makes my soul cry . please pray for him and all who are struggling with belief

[@krispalmer3045]

Beauty is in simplicity. When something is no longer working, you go back to the beginning. It's time to reintroduce tradition.

[@lindastapleton2324]

So true, there is so much Beauty in Tradition! Please bring it back!🙏🏻

[@ksnugggs]

I grew up in the Catholic Church in the Caribbean. The mass was alive, priests operated in the gifts of the Holy Spirit, our choirs led in worship and praise and people wanted to go to mass because we walked away nourished and empowered to share the gospel. I came to the US and was shocked and horrified at how devoid of the Holy Spirit the church was!!! The Catholic Church is hemorrhaging people because the Holy Spirit has been exorcised from within its walls. Another reason is because people are more aware now than ever before about its historic as well as its more recent sins of the church. It’s swept under the rug and not openly and honestly dealt with it. Another issue is brining politics into the church. I remember dragging myself to church even though I wasn’t feeling well. I needed spiritual nourishment instead I got a 45 min lecture on how I needed to vote Republican...I got up and left. I haven’t been back. That was the last straw for me....

[@ImpetuousRage]

By far, this is your best episode. Thank you!

[@sstritmatter2158]

Really deep and moving episode - particularly valuable.

[@florenciadimarco-rh5ub]

Ok, but Delacrosse really, really slayed on this one! Loved what he said about Eucarist and spreading the love for the Blessed Sacrament!

[@JudithBonaduce]

A good reason to leave any church is thar you do not experience The Christ there. So you leave one Church and find Him elsewhere. To God be the glory.

[@mellisapollom2241]

I know people who have left the church due to the sexual abuse. I entered the church 4 years ago I have found the young priests are upset when a new sexual abuse case comes out. They are trying so hard to heal the church from the abuses it frustrates them at least that is in my parish.

[@alhilford2345]

You are right.

[@teddyfilli3079]

I feel bad for the priests who I know very well. They are good men whose jobs as messengers of God have been maddening due to the evil men who abused not only kids but the name of God and have ruined the repetition of priesthood. I remmber my priest bringing it up during mass.

[@joanwair3742]

A beautiful and powerful episode of The Catholic Talk Show. Love you!!!

[@CAZaboni]

You guys do a great job!!! Thank you for your effort to make this show!!

[@sandirobinson9004]

Im 3 years behind but this was a wonderful show. I love how you guys are so great for renewing and drawing people to our Catholic Faith. May God continue to bless you and your efforts.

[@sandraaraymond2469]

My son was 9 years old and asked Father at our church if he could be an altar boy and Father gave him some obsurd answer. My son was so mad and my son won't go to church since then. My son is 26 years old.

[@mrodrigues1529]

Respect your son's decision.

[@chrisgrx7]

Many don't go to mass frequently. Many go to mass like 4 times a year.

[@kevins4254]

CEO stands for “Christmas and Easter Only”.

[@japaninomomma6910]

Christers. Christmas and Easter only

[@annathomas8569]

In Trinidad and Tobago my experience has been persons leaving after confirmation. I was on fire for Christ yet the confirmation programme was sooo boring... it felt like school... no relationship was developing between me and Jesus nor me and the catechists. I stayed because of the youth group that was basically my home. It was fun , relationships were developed, everyone felt at home and comfortable and we were learning so much about Christ and ourselves. This is what confirmation should be like.

[@jessicamelendez4374]

My name is Jessica and I am a 21 year old Cradle Catholic. I left the church for about 2 years and I have had the pleasure of falling in love with Jesus again. Can I please have prayers for my brother? He has not taken the eucharist in many many years and he is addicted to substances. I pray for him every day. I just need faith that God will change his life.

[@OceanicPearlz1]

Praying for your brother 🙏and Welcome back to the Catholic family❤️‍🩹

[@mrodrigues1529]

He needs a doctor, just pick him up, drive him to the hospital, stay with him until he gets treatment. His body is sick. By now you are 22 years old, still too young, to understand. Don't tell him anything, just lead him to the hospital. If you can't drive, get a taxi. No excuses. We are here to help one another. To serve. Not to take. Don't force him to go to church, don't say anything about church. Let him choose, and you have to respect his decision. Right now it's all about getting the help he needs. God is always with him, even now. I pray that your brother is surrounded with good people. It's really up to you, to help, as you are the closest person to him.

[@einsigne]

In the Philippines, one of the SVD priest introduce the Liturgical Bible Study. And they have online LBS. Perhaps someone from the Parish can do it online. I think this can help our fellow Catholics specially the youth to grow in the faith.

[@dr.soullessdead59]

I heard the Catholic Church is your neck of the woods is damnation eternal.

[@larryr.parker2604]

For me, I think a lot of it has to do with feeling: a) invisible in the Church; and b) there's no programs for me to join in which we men partner with each other and promise to help strengthen each other's Christian walk. I became Catholic in 1998. Since then, more things have happened in my life that I have dealt with by myself, and still do, as a lapse Catholic than as a regular church going congregant. In all this time not one person from the church has called to check up on me. This has made me think I'm better off staying home than making the effort to go to mass.

[@ceciliahartman6618]

Awwwww! I’m sorry to see that!!! Are you still in the army? … can you attend a different church or get with an official from the Knights of Columbus. Talk to your pastor 🙂 I’m like you, I’m a joiner not a starter, BUT! I bet you aren’t the only one thinking that! And wow, we really need strong men groups in the church! I love to hear a rosary being said by a bunch of men!! The Knights will have a suggestion or two for you!

[@ceciliahartman6618]

You wrote 3 mos. ago! I hope you found something!!! Be Army Strong! 💪

[@user-ll7fv6tu7k]

The embrace of Trump by Catholic media and almost every one of my Catholic friends and family has soured me on the Church. If that is what being a Christian means, no thank you. I feel cheated out of tens of thousands of dollars in donations, years of my life spent in Church and in developing relationships. It was all a lie. I wish I had done something else with my time.

[@MeowyMakes]

I'm sorry that happened to you. I'm Catholic and not a fan of Trump either. I don't know why other Catholics endorse him either.

[@marynewsham9896]

so you prefer the catholic hypocrite biden? seriously? pro abortion anytime any reason? if the 'fetus' must be cut into pieces to remove it, it is not a fetus, it's a baby

[@lrishsighs3689]

The idiocy of Biden and his cokehead son as the avatar of the American Catholic Church is staggeringly stupid. Bergolio's embrace of his evil policies...Trans politics, gay priests, unfettered illegal immigration and forced covid vaccines just to name a few. Francis is a demon not Trump.

[@freddiemyer4891]

I grew in a Catholic home but my parents basically neglected me as a kid as they had a failing business and martial problems. So nobody was going to church. My grandmother tried but she got to old to drive. I do remember being in 2nd grade catechism classes. The older boys said never be alone with the father. I was to young to understand that warning. A good friend and I were attending church together but we had a fight and ended our friendship, so I lost my way out of the church. 15 years later the church scandal over little boys being raped came out. Then that warning flashed back and I understand the warning. My angry towards the church grew. I still have an issue with church as they still are covering up these crimes. My sister worked for the church and she did not believe me about this warning. Years later she started to ask questions and found out it was true. How can I trust a church when the church has committed some of the most awful crimes. I understand individuals did the crimes, but the churches allowed it and covered up the crimes. Who should really be going to hell? That is why I have stayed away.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Tree is known by its Fruit. Don’t trust the UN-trustworthy.

[@chelafraide6227]

Because many Catholics are not truly following Christ, they are only judging the errors of those who are serving in the church and they do not know that Jesus founded a single church, not denominations. John 6;48-58 Mathew 16;18 Thanks blessings for all 🙏🏼

[@crsmith9988]

They are leaving because they are intelligent and educated... and they see what it is all about.

[@alhilford2345]

Just the opposite. They are leaving because they don't understand the Catholic Church, and don't take the time to learn anything about it. Chesterton said that the Catholic Church has not been tried and found wanting, it's been found hard and not tried. It takes a certain level of intelligence and honesty to be a Catholic. You must be intelligent enough to search for the truth, and honest enough to accept it when found.

[@willow-martin]

@@alhilford2345 reading the Bible made me an atheist. Have you ever read the Bible?

[@OceanicPearlz1]

@@alhilford2345 amen 🙏 exactly true

[@OceanicPearlz1]

CR, Hmm 🤔 i am not sure what you mean by that

[@andrewjohn2124]

I left the Catholic Church because I could no longer sit there when I doubted some essential Catholic teaching. I did not leave because I was offended or treated bad etc. I didn’t leave theologically ignorant either of Catholic teaching, there are just elements that I no longer believed. I am a Reformed Protestant believer now.

[@recabitejehonadab2654]

Great choice to leave the hypocrite Catholic Church.

[@lois2997]

@@recabitejehonadab2654 bad choice

[@mrodrigues1529]

You don't have to go to any church. Here's a tip: Go outside, close your eyes, feel the wind against your face, and know that God is with you. It's that simple. I, too, left the CC , but I won't join any other church. It's not for me. I prefer that my prayers are private.

[@dadyarusski4594]

I love these guys ❤

[@jonathangoodwin646]

I'm so fortunate I made it back to the church I've been back 17 months I was baptized when I was 22 years old 68 .

[@jennifermarotta6560]

Thank yo sooooo much for this wonderful, inspiring, educational and heart-warming talk!! I am a very proud devout Catholic and would very much appreciate more talks on how BLESSED we are to receive the Holy Eucharist! I also pray that I receive Our Blessed Sacrament more reverently. Grazie!! Thank you!! Greetings from NYC!!

[@jennifermarotta6560]

Also, how can I help your show/organization and our Catholic faith? Thank you again!

[@josephzammit6396]

Well said! I’m publishing a weekly KZbin video on episodes from the life of Don Bosco, entitled ST JOHN BOSCO by JOE ZAMMIT. In this series I’m narrating events and miracles from the splendid life of Don Bosco. St John Bosco used to perform a miracle almost every day, through the intercession of Mary Help of Christians. From the lives of saints we can learn how to love God more and draw closer to him. Thank you.

[@kyz8390]

That part about the adverse effects of the sexual revolution in the US and worldwide was so true and well said.

[@ShirleyAnnPetrillo-oj7sc]

Nope. Blaming Society for all of the Sex Sins of RC Clerics is RATIONALIZATION and cheap Blame-shifting, instead of actual REPENTANCE.

[@duromusabc]

Fellas - give out Baltimore Catechism part 1 book to people - many will convert

[@dieselcowboy777]

You mean proseletizing more Catholics who kill the saints

[@jonathangoodwin646]

Listening to the show on this topic so many people leaving the church it reminds me of the story in the Bible of The Prodigal Son

[@SuperSabeMan]

I just joined the Catholic church the Saturday before Easter

[@OceanicPearlz1]

Congratulations welcome!

[@antonioflores7917]

Honestly I jus realized I never gave an actual opinion about the show father rich is one of the most inspiring priests I've ever had the gift of hearing. Ryan knows so much and is so cool. And Ryan is so cool and knows so much 😂 nah mb jus trying to joke. Love you guys thanks so much 🙏❤️

[@mrodrigues1529]

As a devoted catholic, I have left the church, because the sexual crisis. It is one thing for a handful of priests committing an unforgivable sin, and another thing for the Vatican to cover it up for decades and decades, for hundreds and hundreds of priests. My heart goes out to these beautiful children from around the world, who has suffered. I have the FREEDOM to leave. Although I have missed the Eucharist and especially the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, I know that within my very being, God is with me. I know God loves me, because he has actually saved my physical body, on several occasions. My Faith has not faltered. By leaving, it is my way to fight evil. And then there is Emanuela Orlandi, the girl that went missing within the Vatican City, in 1983, and it was covered up, to this day. Vatican Officials failed to investigate and report on the teenager, Emanuela Orlandi. The 3rd Fatima Secret is about the Vatican and the flaming sword with the angel saying: “Penance! Penance! Penance” (incl. all other sinners). No one is above the law, that is why The Crown, of A Good Name ~ is greater than all of them. I feel sorry for the good priests, who are suffering, because the Vatican’s decisions. I will always follow the 10 Commandments, read the Bible, say my prayers, respect the Holy Trinity, honour and respect my parents and in-laws, do good deeds starting at home, and ask God for forgiveness, for my own faults.

[@jmdsservantofgod8405]

If you make the claim that you are the One and Only True Church…..your track record should be spotless, impeccable, squeaky clean! Lots of very bad history for the Catholic Church! And….everyone knows that Jesus has done wonderful miracles for people in other denominations!

[@cherrie1890]

I left Roman to Ruthenium. Singing the whole liturgy is great. My priest never speaks about political matters in homily. The words spoken before communion cannot be said without moving me to tears. The Byzantine Rite is beautiful.

[@ritakirwan1385]

I know how it feels Father to carry another's guilt and to be accused . Outwordly or secretly . I pray for all good Priests that they will be consoled . Please pray for me as I don't have anyone human to concole me I am quite alone . I no My God is with me Amen 🙏🙏

[@PatientPerspective]

I think the one of the biggest and good reasons people leave the Church is that they don't see their lives improved through the sacraments. That and, because there are many who know Catholic teachings and practice they came to a point that its just not for them. It's a genuine means of soul searching and if a christian came to them saying that's a "bad reason" then it would give more evidence and reason to leave the church and any faith that would assume such soul searching is a bad reason. I did read a quote that said "just because I'm on a different path doesn't mean I'm lost." I don't believe that people who leave the church misunderstand it in one way or another. It's a highly inappropriate thing to say to anyone who genuinely left but with no hard feelings against the teachings and its people.

[@janemartin8275]

Love, love, loved this episode ❤️

[@sperandiodavid]

[portuguese] Saudações. Eu descobri hoje este talkshow e já é o terceiro episódio que eu assisto. Muito bom! Eu digitei este comentário em português para saudar-vos e para saberem o quão podem ser importantes para estrangeiros. Um abraço. Salve Maria!

[@babecarla]

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[@redchariots5428]

I'm going through RCIA myself, it's mostly a Sunday Bible study. It really is just God and myself in personal study. I ask questions and get answers. I'll be frank. I've made mistakes spiritually because I didn't know any better. Your show has helped me immensely to have some catharsis and reassurance. Keep it up gentlemen.

[@ritakirwan1385]

Hello I would like to share that Religion was an extension to the family with trips to Lourdes and Knock and social events where the lay people were involved like when I was young and went to Mass on Sunday .there was an older girl directing us to a seat and reminding us to cover our head (if forgotten ) the Nuns were a Great help with all this .. God save Ireland and the Church 🙏🙏🙏⛪

[@mariaguglielmino2166]

I dont believe people are leaving the church. Folks my age 81 are watching Mass on TV. I pray the rosary daily on the phone with my friend. I miss the Sacraments. I make spiritual Communion. It is not the same but still not the same.

[@OceanicPearlz1]

Maria I hate to break it to you… people in my own classes at my own high school were/are mocking the Pledge part where it said God. Even my ex “friend” was gossiping about and hating on Christians and Catholics. . . The public school system in Nyc doe is terrible so much more indoctrination and lies or half truths and half lies then facts and truths. People who crave sexual pleasure and temptations. Including some of my childhood friends. (Admitting even I fell into temptation…) It’s all over the media, radio, music, celebrities, etc. I pray that there will be more hope in the future as the days go by. I hope you stay healthy and strong🤍🕊️

[@judysantmire968]

You are not accurately describing the non Catholic tradition, at least my beloved background. I came into the Catholic church 7 years ago because of the theology. But not for a minute do I see the Catholic church doing all things well. The Reformation split and tore apart what should have remained intact. This left everyone missing something vital. The Catholic church I see is riddled with poor teaching and poor community. Most homilies are thin and read like a poor school speech.

[@zuzaninha]

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[@jzak5723]

@@marinalina6348 Every church has its issues which drive people away from it, don't kid yourself. There is no perfect church.

[@marinalina6348]

@@jzak5723 oh I stopped being fooled by it awhile ago, but thanks for the mansplain.

[@KingCatsTube]

Tony in Tasmania I agree, same thing here in the States. After a while of being surrounded by strangers every week, not connecting with the Divine, uninspiring liturgy and music, there are few reasons to remain.

[@Darth_Vader258]

@@Tiggsy2000 What you said is SPOT ON. In every Catholic Mass it's get in, get out, get on with our lives. Yes the Mass is ABOUT the Real Presence Body and Blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. But there's NO Community in the Catholic Church if they are they are CLIQUES.

[@dipaschall]

I joined the Catholic church three years ago. I am 70 years old this year has changed my life for the better. I don’t have the Catholic school ideology. It’s just a place that God led me and a place I need to be.