From Pageant Stage to Parish Pew: Carrie Prejean's Journey of Faith | E249 Lila Rose Show

All eyes were on Carrie Prejean Boller during the 2009 Miss USA pageant when she was asked a pivotal question by one of the judges: “Should same-sex marriage be legalized throughout the country?” Her response shocked the audience, set off a storm of controversy, and ultimately cost her the crown.

Carrie joins us today to share the story from her perspective. She explains what it was like to stand firm in her beliefs and become one of the earliest victims of cancel culture. What should have been the worst day of her life instead became the beginning of something greater. Through her commitment to her values and her faith in God, Carrie turned a public loss into a new mission.

Over the past fifteen years she has built a career as a speaker and advocate for religious liberty, embraced a joyful marriage and motherhood, and ultimately converted to the Catholic Church. In this episode, Carrie opens up about her journey, the lessons she has learned, and why protecting religious liberty, especially in our schools, matters now more than ever. Join us for this unforgettable and important conversation.

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