Churches Turned Museums and the Loss of Sacredness

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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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– The Meekness and Humility of Jesus Christ

– Well-Ordered Family

– Raising Blue-Collar Kids in a White-Collar World

– The Architect

– You Have Only One Problem

– You Are Never Too Busy

– Parenting for Eternity

– Still Amidst the Storm

– A Stranger Among Us

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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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