{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 147- Why I Left the Catholic Church\u2026 and Came Back  John Bishop, PhD","description":"What happens when someone raised Catholic walks away from the Church\u2014only to discover the truth that brings them back? In this powerful conversation, Keith Nester sits down with John Bishop of Forge Ministries to talk about his journey away from the Catholic faith and the surprising path that led him back home to the Church. John shares the struggles, questions, and experiences that caused him to drift from Catholicism\u2014and the powerful reasons he ultimately rediscovered the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith. If you\u2019ve ever struggled with doubts, left the Church, or wondered why so many people are coming back to Catholicism, this conversation will encourage and challenge you. \ud83d\udc49 In this interview we discuss: \u2022 Why John Bishop left the Catholic Church \u2022 The misconceptions many people have about Catholicism \u2022 What brought him back to the faith \u2022 The role of truth, Scripture, and history in his return \u2022 Advice for those who have drifted away from the Church Whether you're a lifelong Catholic, a convert, or someone searching for the truth, John\u2019s story is a powerful reminder that God never stops calling us home. Connect with Forge Ministries: https:\/\/myforge.org\/ John's new book: New Adam: God's Plan for Men https:\/\/a.co\/d\/092kLNy1 Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. &amp;nbsp;How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible &amp;amp; Easiest Way to Give): \u201cIf you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it\u2014this is it.\u201d https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5\/month): \u201cWhen you give through Patreon, you\u2019re not just supporting us\u2014you\u2019re helping direct the mission.\u201d \/ keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5\/month): \u201cLocals is where we gather\u2014not just to watch, but to walk together in faith.\u201d https:\/\/keithnester.locals.com \ud83d\udc47 &amp;nbsp;Stay Connected and Explore More Keith\u2019s Website: https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/ Go to France with Us: https:\/\/selectinternationaltours.com\/... Book Keith to Speak: https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: \/ rosarycrewwithkeithnester&amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udc47 Keith\u2019s Books The Convert\u2019s Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https:\/\/a.co\/d\/441zeP8 Website: https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/the-book\/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https:\/\/a.co\/d\/il5QQG3 Website: https:\/\/down2earthministry.org\/the-book\/ \ud83d\udc47Shop Shop our Store: https:\/\/shop.stewardshipmission.com\/c... \ud83d\udc47 Socials Facebook: \/ keithnestercatholic Rosary Crew Facebook: \/ rosarycrewkeithnester X (Twitter): https:\/\/x.com\/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/keithnester... ","author_name":"Catholic Feedback","author_url":"https:\/\/www.keithnester.com\/catholic-feedback\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40579560\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/ef4136\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40579560"}