The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Fr. Mike Interviews David Henrie About Catholic Faith & Newest Project: Monster Summer
Oct 10, 2024
David Henrie, an actor and director renowned for his role in Wizards of Waverly Place, shares his inspiring journey back to Catholicism. He discusses how faith shapes one's identity, regardless of fame. The conversation dives into his film Monster Summer, highlighting themes of adventure and moral storytelling for families. Henrie reveals the importance of creating content that fosters connections and tackles good versus evil, all while emphasizing the power of standing firm in one's beliefs amidst challenges.
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David Henrie's Reversion to Catholicism
- David Henrie reverted to Catholicism while working on the film "Little Boy".
- He was experiencing an existential crisis and searching for meaning beyond materialism.
Finding Truth and Foundation
- David Henrie's conversion was driven by a dissatisfaction with worldly pleasures and a search for objective truth.
- Aristotelian logic and St. Thomas Aquinas's proofs for God's existence resonated with him.
Focus on the Process
- Focus on the process of achieving goals, not just the outcome.
- True success lies in maintaining fidelity to one's values and faith along the way.