The COLLAPSE of Europe: My Son's Semester in Abandoned Cathedrals | Peter Gallagher
The Conor Gallagher Show
How Much Has the Faith Crumbled in Europe?
Peter and Conor open the discussion on European faith decline and the visible lack of young churchgoers.
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What happens when faith fades in the heart of Christendom?
In this eye-opening episode, Conor's son Peter shares his powerful reflections from a semester abroad in Europe—where once-thriving cathedrals now stand empty and sacred spaces have become tourist attractions. Peter contrasts Europe’s spiritual decline with the vibrant renewal he sees in American Catholicism, exploring how beauty, tradition, and family can reignite devotion in a secular world. Don't miss this thought-provoking and deeply moving journey through faith, culture, and the future of the Church—and how a new generation can reignite the light of belief in a darkening world.
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CHAPTERS
00:01 Trailer
02:27 Peter's Trip To Europe
04:30 A Memorable Classroom Incident
07:51 Revelations After Graduation
11:07 Exploring Austria's Cultural Highlights
14:32 The State of Catholicism in Europe
16:10 Hope from American Catholicism
18:16 Tourist Behavior in Sacred Spaces
24:06 Family Dynamics and Faith in Europe
25:47 The Secularization of France
31:51 Pockets of Faith Amidst Secularism
35:44 Experiencing Daily Latin Mass
39:29 Reflections on Notre Dame's Fire
45:03 Hope for the Future of Faith
49:24 The Role of Family in Faith Preservation
51:27 The Importance of Travel in Maturity
55:04 Personal Growth Through Independence
56:58 The Appeal of Traditional Mass
59:34 Beauty as a Reason for Faith
1:01:44 Attraction to Tradition in Catholicism
1:04:42 Historical Context of Incense in Worship
1:06:22 Understanding the Sacrifice of the Mass
1:11:40 The Role of the Next Generation in the Church
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