He was raised as a third-generation Jehovah's Witness, with his entire family inside the organization. His stepfather was an elder. Leaving meant losing everything — and he knew it from age 12.Today, Dr. Cary is a theology professor at Walsh University, and a devoted Catholic. And in this episode, he pulls back the curtain on everything.What do Jehovah's Witnesses actually believe about Jesus, the Holy Spirit, heaven, and hell? Why is it a cult — and how can you tell? What happens when you leave? And what should you say if one comes to your door?This is one of the most eye-opening conversations we've ever had on this show. In this episode:What Jehovah's Witnesses believe about Jesus (it's not what you'd expect)The 144,000 — and what they believe happens to everyone elseHow the organization uses isolation and shunning to control membersWhat "PIMO" means — and why thousands are secretly trapped insidePractical tips for talking to a Jehovah's Witness at your doorThe moment at age 12 that started Dr. Cary's journey outHow a funeral homily reignited his wife's faith — and changed his lifeThe first Mass that broke him open and brought him homeHIGHLIGHTS ....... Sign up for The Daily Anchor to get Chris Stefanick's bite-sized reflections every morning and be entered for a chance to win a trip for two on our Pilgrimage to Beauty: https://bit.ly/4tQCXtP........ Support the creation of this content by becoming a Missionary of Joy with a monthly gift to Real Life Catholic and get free access to 9 transformative courses: https://bit.ly/4nTHbN0........ The Chris Stefanick Show will soon be premiering on EWTN+ Streaming! You can start watching more great content at: EWTN.com/ondemand/