In this powerful episode of Modern Catholic Family, Jim and Megan Schubert sit down with Gabe Oh—entrepreneur, father, and former insurance executive—for an honest conversation about the messiness, beauty, and mystery of reclaiming Catholic identity. From spiritual burnout to miraculous grace, Gabe opens up about his journey through depression, his longing for tradition, and the quiet, persistent voice of God calling him back home.
What’s in this episode:
- Gabe shares his Catholic upbringing, spiritual struggles, and his wife’s non-Catholic background.
- He opens up about hitting an emotional low at age 40 and experiencing a turning point through prayer.
- The power of surrender and how prayer in a Catholic church helped Gabe overcome depression.
- Why Gabe feels drawn back to Catholic tradition and what’s holding his family back from weekly Mass.
- Favorite Book: Gabe mentions being inspired by the life of Blessed Carlo Acutis.
- Resource Every Catholic Family Should Know: Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire video series.
- Highly Recommended Book: Gabe discusses Eucharistic miracles and the documentary on Blessed Carlo Acutis.
- Advice to Younger Self: “Surrender earlier. Don’t wait until you’re at rock bottom to ask God for help.”
- Final Advice for Listeners: Gabe commits to taking his family to Mass—and encourages others to just take the first step.
Resources Mentioned:
Word on Fire by Bishop Robert Barron – Video series on Catholic saints and theology
Documentary: Blessed Carlo Acutis – Film on Eucharistic miracles and the first millennial-to-be saint Official site; film availability varies by region and platform)
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