Friends, something remarkable is happening: In recent years, we have witnessed a massive surge in conversions to the Catholic Church.

In this week's Word on Fire Show, Matthew Petrusek and I discuss the recent boom in church attendance, the cultural factors at play, and the role of the Mass and a renewal of mysticism.

In addition, a listener asks: Should I baptize my kids before I get baptized?

00:00 | Introduction
01:16 | Bishop Barron’s recent confirmation season
03:12 | Recent growth in Catholicism
05:50 | What cultural factors are contributing to these numbers?
18:52 | The liturgy and the Mass in evangelization
23:06 | A renewal of mysticism in the Church
24:28 | Is “modernizing” the Church necessary for growth?
25:55 | Evangelical efforts to support
30:00 | How we maintain momentum without perpetuating a trend
30:57 | Advice for new converts
32:04 | Listener question: Should I baptize my kids before I get baptized?
34:10 | Join the Word on Fire Institute