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Missionary becomes Catholic and loses friends. But God stepped in…

The Lighten Up Podcast

Throughout my journey of researching the Catholic faith I’ve been particularly captivated by conversion stories. This week I have the pleasure of sitting down with Brian Tran, a.k.a. “Catholic Brian” - a former Protestant missionary who served in some of the world's most persecuted regions, now dedicated to sharing the Catholic faith through social media! His testimony reveals how deep study, divine encounters, and unwavering obedience can lead even the most skeptical souls to the transformative power of Christ in the Eucharist, Mary, and the early Church’s teachings. This episode is a MUST-listen for anyone seeking to understand the beauty and depth of Catholic tradition. Whether you’re a seasoned believer or just beginning your spiritual journey, Brian’s story will inspire you to keep seeking TRUTH, trust in divine mercy, and realize that the fullness of Christ’s Church has been walking with us through history.  JOIN MY BOOK CLUB / ONLINE COMMUNITY ON PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLightenUpPodcast/membership Catholic Study Bible:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGS9GF6Z/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_TXJHJMBA5QC141BHCK6R?linkCode=ml1&tag=hannahcrews0d-20&linkId=49a57ef9107ed95111e307daadf6721d CONNECT WITH BRIAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/catholicbrian/ https://www.instagram.com/ark22studios/ https://www.tiktok.com/@catholicbrian https://linktr.ee/Catholicbrian CONNECT WITH ME TO STAY IN THE LIGHTEN UP LOOP: Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Hannahcrewsblog The Lighten Up Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelightenup.podcast/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lighten-Up-Podcast/61589769352109/?http_ref=eyJ0cyI6MTc4MTc0OTA2NjAwMCwiciI6IiJ9 Chapters 00:00 Brian's Missionary Background 08:12 The Shift from Atheism to Faith 12:50 The Journey into Catholicism 18:34 Family Influence and the Call to Catholicism 23:59 The Eucharist and Its Significance 24:25 The Journey to Understanding Mary 28:51 The Fulfillment of the Law 33:13 The Role of Tradition in Catholicism 35:16 Personal Testimonies and Transformations 41:16 Resources for Understanding Catholicism 47:26 The Mission of Digital Evangelization 50:32 Faith Journeys and Influencer Responsibilities