The Protestant Worship Problem

In this episode Trent reveals how a missing element in Protestant worship is leading so many people to more apostolic forms of Christianity.

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00:00 The Protestant Worship Problem
00:52 Protestant Worship Services
02:20 What is worship?
9:07 What’s appealing about Catholicism…

[jahbee]

I'm a protestant and despise the "Jesus is my boyfriend" music played in a lot of churches. It's one thing to have lively music, but it also needs to be thelogically sound.

[brooksjohnson]

A friend and I, both Protestant, were discussing how we both see an emptiness in modern contemporary worship, but we couldn’t put a finger on why. Then this video popped up on my feed the next day. Thank you, Trent

[frankie]

As a former lifelong Protestant, it was questions like these “ why do Catholics believe what they believe“ and “ what does it mean to worship?” . It was Catholic answers (Trent and Jimny) that finally gave me the clarity. I came home to the Holy Catholic Church Easter 2024!! Glory be to God!

[greyforge]

Just a small anecdote:
Going to a Latin Mass the first time was an eye-opener for me, because the priest was facing away from me for most of the ceremony. It wasn't directed at me, it was directed at God. For the first time I felt like I understood what was meant by worship.

[Ethenamusic]

I was raised with pagan witches and broke free over a year ago. I walked into the Roman Catholic Church which was my dad’s church his entire life, I just never went and chose a different path with my other family members. He asked me to go so I went and had no intent of converting. The Catholic Church was so beautiful but that didn’t convert me. They did Eucharist and I felt god there. Idk how I knew it was him but I felt it. It was terrifying and beautiful at the same time. I was afraid I was gonna die and also not scared at all. I broke down in tears and after church the priest came to me and said he felt like he needed to talk to me. We sat for a total of 6 hours and talked about mother Mary god the father Jesus and the Holy Spirit. I never stopped going back to talk to him. I went to church and ofc didn’t get communion cause I need to be baptized again I think cause my dad did it when I was a baby but I made covenant with demons as a child and teenager so idk how that works. Also I’m not catholic so I knew not to participate but I always came for months and sat with the priest and talked for hours. I fell in love with the catholic faith and about 2 months ago decided I am ready to full join the church. I just moved to Springfield IL and need to go to the church here and see what I can do to start RCIA etc. I’m really going to miss that parish St. John bosco catholic parish in Hammond IN, the priest there really changed my heart. I hope I can find another church out here that will accept me and my background. ❤

[globallatitude-dmacorporat]

New Catholic here too from last Easter. I'm absolutely loving it and am so pleased that the Holy Spirit led me back home to the Catholic church. That's exactly what it feels like - home.

[miker]

Orthodox viewer here. Well said, Trent! In the Divine Liturgy, the priest holds the Eucharist chalice aloft and chants, "Thine own of Thine own we offer unto Thee on behalf of all, and for all."

[inmyoppinion]

I grew up in a Evangelical Church. In our country Philippines we are called Born Again Christian. Growing up it never drown me to fully understand worship and prayer. We go to church every sunday, attend bible studies and sunday schools. But it felt that everyone there were just performing. They said they read the bible but during sermons most pastors jump from one verse and book and jump to another but totally not related. There is no structure. They also always say that if you dont give tithes you will not be bless or your blessings will be limited. The music is also very loud and it starts to become a competition because everyone suddenly wants to be a song leader. It felt more if performance than worship.

People speaking tongues felt really weird for me. Because I can see most of them are faking it.

Church goers are very judgemental. They also say that others will not be save if they are not converted.

The music is too loud and yes it felt more of a concert.

Ironically my parents sent me to a catholic school wherein I was able to attend Mass.

The Mass was solemn and peaceful. The first time I attended the mass. I felt I finally found a place where I can peacefully pray without the loud noises.

The 1st second and 3rd reading all relate to each and have one goal of message.

You are not force to give a certain percentage but what they only tell you is you give whay you can give.

Most of all Catholic church door is always open to anyone.

To those who says that Catholic dont read bible. We do. Have you never heard of 1st 2nd and 3rd reading all bible base.

So Iam bless to have the opportunity to attend a Catholic Mass. Iam now a proud Catholic.

[AuroraB-]

As a former protestant, Tradition and Eucharist is what brought me to the Catholic Church. I got tired of modern worship. I needed something more, I needed the Eucharist. Nothing wrong with modern worship music, or even dancing before the Lord, but I do that on my own, in my home and car.

[redeemedzoomer]

It's simple.
Mainline Protestants: trad worship matters
Evangelicals: shut up, Pharisee
Next generation of Evangelicals: This contemporary worship sucks I'm going Catholic

[PersephoneHMacy]

Hello Trent! I converted to Catholicism from the Baptist church just last year. I have to thank you for your content because it has been a huge aid in developing my understanding of Catholic teaching and doctrine. I can say that attending Mass was the singular thing that convinced me to convert after having considered converting (but holding back due to apprehension over what that conversion would require) for many years. Baptist services always felt so empty to me. I thought that that was the only way you could do "church." I never knew what I was missing until I attended Mass. I just knew there was something I was missing. I get some flack from my family over my conversion, but my wish now is that they would join me. They don't know what they're missing either. I was once desperately trying to drink from a well that was drying quicker than I could satisfy my thirst, and I am now drinking from a well that is over flowing.

[timmcvicker]

Former Catholic here for 60 plus years. I'm in my mid-seventies now.

I left the RCC after reading the Bible. No one prompted me to do this. It was simply an irresistible pull. So many things just didn't add up for me after years of study.

I started to attend a Presbyterian church. Though I attended a Catholic grade school in the 50's and high school, I was shocked at how much I had not learned. During my Catholic education, we never even cracked a Bible. Never!

I am a little taken aback about all the negative comments regarding "Protestant" worship services. I look forward to attending church more than I ever had in the past. I attend every Sunday. Our service is comprised of many, many periods of prayer, silent meditation, a sermon, communion, and singing. In total, the service lasts about 1.5 hours.

I recall tne nuns telling us in class that singing was two ways to worship God, in word, and in music. While attending Mass, I could not help but notice how many people did not sing. I also wondered if folks receiving communion really understood this sacrament by their blank expressions or wandering eyes returning to their pews.

Regarding sermons, they are not "Ted talks." I see them as a catalyst for worship. Our pastor presents very challenging talks that I take with me as a guide for my daily life. I pray now more than I ever did before. I read the Bible almost daily and watch quite a few various Christian YouTube channels. Faith in God is my centerpiece of life.

Our church also has about six or more Bible study programs that have greatly benefitted me.

Our church has numerous outreach programs where we support community efforts to improve folks' lives and living conditions. We also support two international programs, not only with financial assistance but actually flying to those locations to help with community development programs.

All denominations have issues that can be improved upon. No one is perfect. What I have discovered is that there isn't a church on earth that can save you. Salvation is only obtained by believing in Jesus Christ and trusting in Him. (John 3:16) This is the central message of Scripture. It has never changed. If Catholicism does this for you, that is wonderful. Keep Christ first in your life above all.

[gavinboggs]

This video pretty much encapsulates why I was a Protestant to a converting Catholic.

I cannot wait to receive the Eucharist for the first time this upcoming April!!!

[mlester]

I was raised protestant and I often heard critiques of Catholicism. I support critical thinking and therefore appreciate hearing critiques of protestantism.

[charlesudoh]

Converted from Protestantism to Catholicism because I had a deep sense of what you just articulated.
Proudly a Catholic convert.

[naga]

grew up in a hypercharismatic evangelic protestant family, it was absolute hell & I abandonned the faith years ago, now seriously considering converting to Orthodoxy

[hannah_rr]

I went to Latin Mass for the first time yesterday. As someone with an evangelical background, this question has bothered me quite greatly. And I've been thinking about nonstop since yesterday. This video was very timely for me.
Thank you.

[littleway]

As a former lifelong Protestant, I remember singing during an overly emotional "worship night" called "Singspiration" at my evangelical college and thinking to myself, "Is this really....it? This is really the peak of worship on Earth? This can't be." 9 years later, I was received into the Catholic Church.

[johnhoelzeman]

I was in Toronto recently, and every protestant cathedral we passed had a pride flag out front except the Catholic cathedral. Made me proud

[southernlady]

A Catholic Mass is like being invited to The Last Supper with Jesus & His apostles. Jesus said the first Mass & told them to continue it until He returns. When the Priest blesses the bread & wine, they transform into The Body & Blood of Jesus Christ; it’s The Transubstantiation. Receiving Jesus in Holy Communion is the most beautiful, powerful & intimate union we can have with Him while on earth. We truly become one with Him. 1Cor11:23-29, Jn 6:51-59
We aren't supposed to go to Mass to be entertained, we go to Mass to Worship our God, to hear His Word and most of all to receive Him into our body, to make us one with Him.