One of the greatest joys of being a Catholic apologist is to witness converts discover their long family heritage. Some converts describe it as waking up from a coma or from amnesia only to discover that you are a member of a royal family line and heir to all the fortunes of the kingdom. There is so much to learn--truths, family members, customs, rituals, saints--and all of it is so brilliantly wonderful, treasures beyond words.
Francis Beckwith, former president of the Evangelical Theological Society and convert to the Catholic faith, connects with St. Justin Martyr on his blog. Check it out! This simple post provides a peak into the life of one evangelical convert who continues to discover his roots.
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