Miked Up

“The Appeal of East and West: Why Young Men Are Drawn to Orthodoxy and Pentecostalism”

Mike Miller and Coby Duren Season 5 Episode 4

In this episode of Miked Up, Dr. Mike and Coby dive into the fascinating and complex shifts happening within American Christianity. While the charismatic movement continues to grow at a global pace, another quieter movement is emerging among young evangelical men—a turn toward Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy.


Why are these men leaving evangelical churches in search of liturgy, tradition, and rootedness? What draws others to the emotional and experiential depth of charismatic worship? Are both of these movements—though seemingly opposite—actually rooted in the same spiritual hunger?


Join us as we explore the theological, cultural, and emotional undercurrents behind these growing trends. It’s not just about where people are going—but why.