ODNT, very much the same experience as a youth, early morning Mass, followed by family breakfast, the stable home and belief system served all of us well as we choose our paths.
The essay on Americanism has impacted me greatly. I'll need to read it a few more time, the first pass certainly has opened my eyes to the destructive attack from all those who question God and the idea of God's place and role in society. Interestingly, he has written another article on a parallel subject: Leaving Darwin, a book review, it too is worth your time.
https://claremontreviewofbooks.com/giving-up-darwin/