#98 - Fr Benedict McGlinchey - Why Irish Young People Are Returning to Faith

In this conversation, Father Benedict McGlinchey ( ⁨@irishdominicans⁩ ) shares his journey to becoming a Dominican friar, reflecting on his upbringing in Northern Ireland, the impact of a positive Catholic experience, and the challenges posed by secularism and new atheism. He discusses the importance of intellectual rigor in faith, the revival of interest in spirituality among younger generations, and the need for creating spaces for divine encounters in modern life. The dialogue emphasizes the search for meaning and happiness in a world increasingly detached from traditional religious practices. Chapters: 00:00 Journey to Faith: A Personal Background 11:06 The Role of Positive Experiences in Faith 13:50 Cracks in the Foundation: The Decline of Faith 17:29 Political Context and Its Impact on Faith 20:01 The Rise of Secularization and New Atheism 20:19 Materialism vs. Spirituality: The Celtic Tiger Effect 22:07 Transitioning from Law to Religious Life 23:40 A Journey of Faith and Illness 25:47 Reevaluating Life Choices 26:43 Discovering Dominican Spirituality 28:35 The Role of Preaching in Modern Faith 32:15 The Shift in Cultural Perception of Faith 35:05 The Revival of Faith in Contemporary Society 40:20 Experiencing the Divine in Modern Life 43:31 Creating Spaces for Spiritual Experience Want to support the Wisdom Dojo? Consider sharing this post or becoming a patron 👇 Get full access to Wisdom Dojo at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe