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BONUS: Guestsplaining David Henrie on Faith, Family and Sharing Joy

Oct 19, 2024

David Henrie, an actor, writer, and director known for his roles in Wizards of Waverly Place and How I Met Your Mother, shares his inspiring conversion story and the transformative power of faith in his life. He discusses the importance of prayer, especially through the rosary, in family routines. Henrie also highlights the influence of children's media on fostering values, featuring the Box of Joy initiative, which provides gifts to underprivileged kids, and emphasizes the spirit of giving during Advent.

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David Henrie emphasizes the transformative power of faith, revealing how his conversion to Catholicism brought deeper meaning to his life aspirations.

He highlights the importance of instilling charitable values in his children through acts like the Box of Joy project, fostering empathy and joy in giving.

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Finding True Fulfillment through Faith

David Henry discusses his journey to faith, emphasizing that material possessions and pleasures ultimately fail to provide true fulfillment. Having experienced an existential crisis despite achieving seemingly desirable goals, he realized that living solely for pleasure left him wanting for deeper meaning. His conversion to Catholicism introduced him to a belief system that aligned with his desire for truth, guiding him through challenges while working in Hollywood. By surrounding himself with supportive friends and family, he emphasizes the importance of making choices that honor God, further highlighting how faith positively influences both personal and professional decisions.

Intro

5min

Faith and Family through the Rosary

9min

Media, Faith, and the Box of Joy

6min

The Impact of Charitable Giving and Recognizing Dignity

3min

Celebrating the Senses of Advent and the Spirit of Giving

3min

In this special bonus episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Patrick is joined by actor, writer and director, David Henrie, best known for his roles on shows like Wizards of Waverly Place, How I Met Your Mother and the recent film Reagan. Starting with his own conversion story, the conversation touches on faith, family, liturgical living and a number of new projects David is working on!

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