Purgatory? Mary? Saints? Emily from Catholic Converts Gives Answers!

How Trump, False Prophets, and Church History led me to Catholicism

So many people have reached out to me to ask, “what made you consider Catholicism in the first place?” So, here we go… In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the timeline of events that made me start questioning EVERYTHING. What began with questions surrounding false 2020 election prophecies, accountability within modern Christianity, and Charlie Kirk’s devastating assassination ultimately led me to search for the roots of original Christianity. Whether you're Protestant, Catholic, or just simply a truth seeker like me, this episode offers an honest testimony about laying down long-held beliefs at the feet of Jesus. If you’re interested in learning more about the early church JOIN MY BOOK CLUB and online community on PATREON! Click the link below and become an “ELITE” member: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership] We are currently reading JESUS AND THE JEWISH ROOTS OF THE EUCHARIST which you can get using the link below: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin] FOLLOW ON SOCIALS TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog [https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/] Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lighten-Up-Podcast/61589769352109/?http_ref=eyJ0cyI6MTc4MTc0OTA2NjAwMCwiciI6IiJ9 [https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lighten-Up-Podcast/61589769352109/?http_ref=eyJ0cyI6MTc4MTc0OTA2NjAwMCwiciI6IiJ9] Follow on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA [https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA] Follow on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088] **This video contains music from Shutterstock, licensed by Splice video editing app.

The Papacy, Mary, and MORE with Keith Nester

Keith Nester, a Catholic author, speaker, and podcaster, shares his journey from anti-Catholic Evangelical pastor to full-time spokesperson and educator for the Catholic Faith through his ministry, Down to Earth.  This episode tackles head-on common misconceptions that keep many from embracing church unity including papal authority, human infallibility, Mary’s Immaculate Conception and perpetual virginity, and the true meaning of worship. If you’ve found yourself asking, “Is the Catholic Church truly founded on Scripture?” or trying to navigate doubts about church authority and tradition, this is the honest, biblical journey you need to hear.  The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism by Keith Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QVYYCC4 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QVYYCC4] Support Keith’s ministry: https://down2earthministry.org/ [https://down2earthministry.org/] Subscribe to Keith’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KeithNester [https://www.youtube.com/@KeithNester] Pray the Rosary with Keith: https://www.youtube.com/@RosaryCrewwithKeithNester [https://www.youtube.com/@RosaryCrewwithKeithNester] Follow Keith on social media:  https://www.instagram.com/keithnester1/ [https://www.instagram.com/keithnester1/] https://x.com/KeithNester1 [https://x.com/KeithNester1] https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ [https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interested in joining my BOOK CLUB and online community for Catholic Curious individuals? click the link below and become an “ELITE” member: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership] We are currently reading through JESUS AND THE JEWISH ROOTS OF THE EUCHARIST - which you can purchase here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin] CHECK OUT CHRISTIAN HEALTHCARE MINISTRIES: A HEALTH INSURANCE ALTERNATIVE AT HALF THE COST https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack [https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack] CONNECT WITH ME TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog [https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog] My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/ [https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/] The Lighten Up Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/] Follow on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA [https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA] Follow on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088] FOR INQUIRIES ABOUT THE PODCAST, visit my website and fill out the form: https://www.hannahcrewsblog.com/podcast [https://www.hannahcrewsblog.com/podcast] Chapters: 00:00 Journey from Protestantism to Catholicism 04:32 The Role of Authority in Faith 07:36 Understanding the Papacy 10:32 The Historical Context of the Papacy 14:43 The Historical Context of Catholicism 19:09 Understanding the Papacy and Its Significance 23:24 Papal Infallibility Explained 29:14 Mary's Role in Catholic Doctrine 34:07 The Nature of Sin and Salvation 39:56 The Authority of the Church vs. Individual Interpretation 49:51 The Church as the Pillar of Truth 57:41 The Journey of Faith and Personal Sacrifice

Why this Protestant Pastor Became a Catholic

Justin Hibbard, the host of the Why Catholic Podcast, is a Catholic apologist passionate about connecting believers with the roots of the faith established by the apostles. Today he’s sharing with us his eye-opening journey from reformed Protestant pastor to fully embracing the Catholic Church’s ancient roots.  Justin’s incredible testimony reminds us… even though we may have a lot to lose - relationships, job opportunities, reputations - seeking the truth will lead us to the most rewarding gift we could possibly find, Jesus Christ himself.  If you’re interested in learning more about Catholic theology or Church history subscribe to Justin’s educational Podcast: Why Catholic Podcast - https://whycatholic.substack.com/ [https://whycatholic.substack.com/] Why Catholic Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/whycatholicpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/whycatholicpodcast/] The Coming Home Network - https://chnetwork.org/ [https://chnetwork.org/] Interested in joining my BOOK CLUB and online community for Catholic Curious individuals? click the link below and become an “ELITE” member: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership] We are currently reading through JESUS AND THE JEWISH ROOTS OF THE EUCHARIST - which you can purchase here! https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin] CHECK OUT CHRISTIAN HEALTHCARE MINISTRIES: A HEALTH INSURANCE ALTERNATIVE AT HALF THE COST https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack [https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack] CONNECT WITH ME TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog [https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog] My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/ [https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/] The Lighten Up Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/] Follow on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA [https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA] Follow on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:50 Journey from Evangelicalism to Catholicism 10:03 The Shift in Faith and Exploration 16:44 Understanding Early Church History 22:55 The Rise of Catholicism Among Protestants 26:29 The Search for Truth in Faith 29:02 Understanding the Eucharist: A Historical Perspective 30:52 Personal Journeys: Converting to Catholicism 35:29 Navigating Relationships and Faith Transitions 37:24 Empathy in Dialogue: Understanding Different Worldviews 41:30 Resources for Exploring Catholicism 44:13 Experiencing the Mass: A Transformative Encounter 51:18 The Sacramental Worldview: Heaven Meets Earth

I am Christian, but I can’t remain a Protestant. HERE’S WHY!

No, I’m not Catholic... BUT I had to make this video to share what I’ve observed and learned so far. In American Protestant churches, I had never really been taught about church history prior to the reformation. After doing a deep dive for myself, I realized - I know too much now. And I can’t go back to what I didn’t know. What a rich, beautiful, exciting, sometimes lonely journey this has been - discovering a treasure trove of truth into the history of the Christian faith that I love so much.  To quote the 19th century theologian and Catholic convert John Henry Newman, “To be deep in history is to cease to be Protestant.”  If you’re interested in learning more about the early church JOIN MY BOOK CLUB and online community on PATREON! Click the link below and become an “ELITE” member: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership] We are getting ready to start reading JESUS AND THE JEWISH ROOTS OF THE EUCHARIST which you can get using the link below: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385531869?linkCode=ssc&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&creativeASIN=0385531869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2PB2I38GARM1E&ref_=aipsflist_asin] CONNECT WITH ME TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog [https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog] My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/ [https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/] The Lighten Up Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/] Follow on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA [https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA] Follow on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088] Chapters 00:00 Journey into Early Church History 05:01 The Significance of the Eucharist 10:01 Worship Focus: Performance vs. Reverence 12:57 Authority in Scripture and Tradition 16:00 Moral Issues and Doctrinal Variance 19:56 Personal Transformation and Seeking Truth

She went to OCIA to prove Catholicism wrong. Now she's Catholic.

From Seventh day adventist, to atheist, to non-denominational, to finally finding her home in the Catholic Church - Aubrey's story is a powerful testament to how truth can reshape your entire faith journey. She shares how going through the catechumenate stages of OCIA to DEBUNK Catholic doctrines led her to discover the beauty and depth of the Church. Aubrey’s journey highlights that faith questions are always worth seeking answers to, even through doubts and misconceptions. And that sometimes, the answers are where you least expect them.  If you have fundamental questions about faith or are just curious about Catholic traditions, OCIA might just be a natural next step for you in your journey. Contact your local Parish to learn more! FOLLOW AUBREY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aubreykern/ [https://www.instagram.com/aubreykern/] Interested in joining my BOOK CLUB and online community for Catholic Curious individuals? click the link below and become an “ELITE” member: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership] We are currently reading through ROME SWEET HOME - which you can purchase here! https://www.amazon.com/shop/hannahcrews.blog/list/2PB2I38GARM1E?ref_=aipsflist [https://www.amazon.com/shop/hannahcrews.blog/list/2PB2I38GARM1E?ref_=aipsflist] CHECK OUT CHRISTIAN HEALTHCARE MINISTRIES: A HEALTH INSURANCE ALTERNATIVE AT HALF THE COST https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack [https://info.chministries.org/hannah-crews?utm_campaign=infl_hannahcrews&utm_source=hannahcrews&utm_medium=hannahcrews_vanityurl_august2025_hannahcrewslandingpage&utm_content=info-pack] CONNECT WITH ME TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog [https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog] My Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/ [https://www.instagram.com/hannahcrews.blog/] The Lighten Up Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/] Follow on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA [https://open.spotify.com/show/1Z99Vwa8ret6yXRLwG18MY?si=SbbMvpO3R-qLnbgiG4IFeA] Follow on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lighten-up-with-hannah-crews/id1874136088] Chapters 00:00 Aubrey's Spiritual Journey 06:16 Exploring Catholicism 15:13 Misconceptions About Catholicism 19:44 Navigating Family and Community Reactions 23:15 The Power of Intercession 28:59 Understanding Saints and Mary 32:11 Debunking Misconceptions about Catholicism 38:11 Advice for Investigating Catholicism