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Why Do Evangelicals Become Catholic? | Chris Castaldo

Apr 16, 2024
Chris Castaldo, co-author of 'Why Do Protestants Convert?', discusses why evangelicals join the Catholic Church. Topics include exploring motivations behind evangelical to Catholic conversion, evolution of Calvary Chapel, doctrine development in Catholicism, appeal of authority and stability in tradition, dynamics of conversion in Christian faith, and misconceptions on salvation and grace between Protestants and Catholics.
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  • Evangelicals see beauty, tradition, and certainty in Catholicism, compelling them to convert.
  • Protestant conversions to Catholicism reflect a shift towards intellectual dominance in public platforms.

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