Pints With Aquinas We Grew Up Together—And We Converted Together (Carla Shaw) | Ep. 508
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Feb 10, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Carla Shaw shares her heartfelt conversion story alongside her high school friend Matt Fradd. Carla reflects on their shared journeys of faith, citing the importance of community in overcoming life’s challenges. Father Ben Sillib adds wisdom to the dialogue, discussing transformative moments, the impact of joyful believers, and the humor in cringeworthy conversion experiences. Together, they emphasize the power of evangelization, the significance of genuine relationships, and the joy that comes from a committed faith.
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Initial Irritation
- Carla was initially irritated by Matt's newfound faith after World Youth Day.
- She felt annoyed by his sudden change and worried he would leave her behind.
Failed Evangelization
- Matt tried evangelizing to Carla by telling her Jesus loves her.
- She told him to shut up, demonstrating an ineffective evangelistic approach.
Not Just a Phase
- Carla's conversion wasn't a teenage phase; it changed her life.
- She emphasizes the importance of taking teenagers' spiritual questions seriously.