The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God 12. The Catholic Revival: A church reborn from the ashes
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May 27, 2025 
Join Tony Wilson, a British writer and broadcaster now living in France, Bishop Robert Barron, a Catholic bishop known for his engaging online evangelism, and Mark Baldwin, a deep thinker who converted from atheism to Catholicism. They discuss the surprising revival of Catholicism in France, highlighted by an increase in baptisms among the youth. Topics include the appeal of traditional practices like the Latin Mass, the impact of Notre Dame's restoration as a symbol of hope, and the cultural tensions that have sparked renewed faith amidst modern challenges.
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Catholic Student Revival in Toulouse
- Tony Wilson described a Catholic student mission in Toulouse experiencing explosive growth with 240 students seeking baptism this year.
- The mission features ancient liturgy, daily prayer, and various discipleship groups, attracting young people hungry for tradition and community.
Tradition Attracts Young Seekers
- Young people seek the permanence and rootedness represented by traditional Catholic liturgy amid a chaotic, fluid world.
- Practices like Latin mass and veiling signal a rejection of modern culture's instability and ideological fashions.
Religion as New Rebellion for Gen Z
- Many young people lack religious baggage since they weren't raised in church, making religion edgy and attractive again.
- This blank slate facilitates fresh openness to faith, even if their knowledge of Christianity is minimal.
