008: Out of Islam and Into the Catholic Church (w/ Dr. Derya Little)

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast, I speak with Derya Little. Derya grew up in as a Muslim in Turkey. After a life-shattering experience she became an avowed Atheist but through a series of personal encounters and a powerful mystical experience, she found her way into Christianity and ultimately into the Catholic Church. She shares her incredible story with us, and provides some helpful context for how we can share our Catholic faith with Muslim family, friends, and colleagues. Check out Derya's website – where you can purchase her book – and her fantastic podcast, Live a Little. Some of the materials mentioned in this episode include:Thomas Aquinas. On the Reasons of the Faith against the Saracens, Greeks and Armenians, to the Cantor of Antioch.David Pinault. The Crucifix on Mecca's Front Porch.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to [email protected]. This podcast is 100% listener supported. For more information about sponsoring the show and keeping this podcast going please visit the Patreon page. Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes.  A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic