Shameless Popery #166 Is this the beginning of a CATHOLIC REVIVAL in America? - Joe Heschmeyer
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Apr 24, 2025 A recent report reveals concerning trends for Catholics in America, showing significant membership declines. However, hope emerges through adult baptisms and potential shifts within the Church. The discussion dives into the changing landscape of American Christianity, emphasizing the resilience of evangelical beliefs. Key insights highlight the critical role of instilling faith in children and the importance of community support. By addressing misconceptions and engaging lapsed Catholics, a potential revival could be on the horizon.
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Most Leaving Catholics Become Unaffiliated
- The majority of people leaving Catholicism are becoming religiously unaffiliated, not Protestant.
- Protestantism is also declining,but not as much as American Catholicism according to Pew Research data.
Decline Linked to Theological Liberalism
- The decline in Christianity is mostly a collapse of theologically liberal mainline churches.
- Catholic decline fits into a broader pattern of loss among liberal Christians, not just Catholics vs Protestants.
Catholics Also Split Theologically
- Catholics have groups akin to conservative evangelicals and more liberal mainliners.
- The overall Catholic decline fits a split between these two groups within the Church.