By Mark Gray
11:22am PST, Jan 6, 2024
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Shia LaBeouf is ready to devote his life to the lord. Just before 2023 ended, the "Transformers" star was confirmed into the Catholic Church — and he has no plans to slow down his faith journey.
On Jan. 2, the Capuchin Franciscan Friars shared an Instagram image of the actor posing with members of the order.
"We are thrilled to share that our dear friend Shia LaBeouf has fully entered the Church this past weekend through the sacrament of confirmation! The Capuchin Franciscan friars are overjoyed to welcome him into the fold and witness his deep commitment to his faith journey," the order shared alongside the photo.
Shia has spoken about his journey to becoming a Catholic. Click through to see what made him decide to pursue his newfound religion…
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On Jan. 4, the Capuchin Franciscan Friars shared Instagram images from Shia LaBeouf's confirmation mass after he received the Catholic sacrament. In a previous message, the order shared that the Emmy-winning actor "has embarked on a profound spiritual journey that has led him to embrace the teachings of the Catholic Church."
"His decision to fully enter the Church is a testament to his sincere desire to grow in his relationship with God and live out the Gospel values," the friars wrote on Instagram. "As Capuchin Franciscans, we believe in the transformative power of faith and the incredible impact it can have on one's life. We are humbled and grateful to walk alongside Shia as he takes this important step in his spiritual journey."
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The Catholic News Agency reported that Shia LaBeouf's confirmation took place on New Year's Eve 2023 at Old Mission Santa Inés Parish in Solvang, California.
He wants to continue his journey in the church and hopes to become a member of the faith's clergy.
"He just spontaneously said, 'I want to become a deacon,' and he still feels that way," Capuchin friar Brother Alexander Rodriguez told the outlet.
Though Catholic priests are not permitted to marry, deacons — who assist priests and bishops — can have wives if their marriage preceded their ordination. Shia is wed to actress Mia Goth, with whom he has a daughter.
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According to reports, Shia LaBeouf became interested in becoming a Catholic while spending time at the parish while filming the 2022 movie "Padre Pio." In the film, Shia plays 20th century Italian priest Francesco Forgione, a saint known as Padre Pio.
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While speaking on Bishop Robert Barron's YouTube series, Shia LaBeouf said, "God was using my ego to draw me to Him. Drawing me away from worldly desires. It was all happening simultaneously. But there would have been no impetus for me to get in my car, drive up [to the monastery] if I didn't think, 'Oh, I'm gonna save my career.'"
