'Practicing what she preaches': Internet hails Candace Owens as she reveals she's converted to Catholicism

Owens formerly aligned herself with the Reformed Evangelical Protestant faith tradition
PUBLISHED APR 24, 2024
Owens posted two photographs of herself holding a candle and posing with Father Julian Large (Getty Images, Candace Owens/X)
Owens posted two photographs of herself holding a candle and posing with Father Julian Large (Getty Images, Candace Owens/X)

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: In a significant development that captured the internet's attention, Candace Owens, the renowned conservative commentator, recently announced her conversion to Catholicism, as per Newsweek.

Describing it as a "decision to go home," Owens completed her spiritual journey at the prestigious Brompton Oratory in the heart of London's exclusive Knightsbridge neighborhood, where she resides with her husband, George Farmer, a devout Catholic.



 

Candace Owens announces conversion to Catholicism on social media

Owens formerly aligned herself with the Reformed Evangelical Protestant faith tradition. Sharing her newfound faith on social media, Owens posted two photographs of herself holding a candle and posing with Father Julian Large.

"Recently, I made the decision to go home," she captioned the post. "There is of course so much more that went into this decision and that I plan to share in the future. But for now, praise be to God for His gentle, but relentless guiding of my heart toward Truth."

Quoting Scripture, Owens added, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. I do not fear. Christ is King."

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - MARCH 17: Author Candace Owens is seen on set during a taping of
Candace Owens' path to Catholicism was a public one, with hints and glimpses along the way(Getty Images)

Owens' path to Catholicism was a public one, with hints and glimpses along the way. From attending Mass with her family to engaging in theological debates on her podcast, 'The Candace Owens Show,' her spiritual evolution did not go unnoticed.

In a rare interview, Owens' husband Farmer recently shed light on their differing approaches to faith, noting Owens' public persona contrasted with his more reserved stance.

"We have different brands. She is very outward-facing, and pretty much everything she says becomes a news story, whereas I am exclusively interested in faith," Farmer revealed to the Catholic Herald.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - MAY 17: Candace Owens is seen on the set of
Candace Owens announces conversion to Catholicism on social media (Getty Images)

Internet hails Candace Owens for her conversion to Catholicism

The news of Owens' conversion to Catholicism ignited a wave of support and congratulations across the internet.

One X user expressed, "haha... I doubted Candance but there she is - practicing what she preaches." [sic]



 

Another user offered words of encouragement, "Trusting in faith and following your heart takes courage. Wishing you strength and peace on your journey home."

A user conveyed heartfelt congratulations, noting, "Congratulations Candace! I figured your dogged pursuit of the truth would lead you there eventually, so I’m not totally surprised!"



 



 

Meanwhile, another individual emphasized, "Regardless of where you’re at on the spectrum of Christianity — this is courageous. Welcome, @RealCandaceO!."

"Welcome home Candace! Thanks for all your courageous work, things may be difficult but with Christ, the victory has already been won for us. Christ is king," chimed in a fifth user.



 



 

Another user joyously remarked, "There's a party in heaven with your arrival. Welcome, @RealCandaceO!"

A user wrote, "Good for you, Candace for becoming Catholic and being public about it."



 



 

Finally, a user declared, "Ladies and gentleman, the great Candace Owens is now catholic."



 

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.

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