Friends, some Catholics in America today are increasingly vocal in their attacks on the Second Vatican Council—an ecumenical council of the Church summoned and presided over by the successor of Peter. How should we understand this disturbing trend? In this video, I trace the missionary purpose of Vatican II from the conciliar texts themselves, through the New Evangelization, and finally to the Magisterium of Pope Francis, whose influences situate him in a particular camp in this history. The Sec

932K views · 7K reactions | Friends, I'm excited to share a revolutionary new tool with you for Catholic parish leaders: https://engage.wordonfire.org/overview It's a powerful new way for priests and parish leaders to reach and engage all of their parishioners and make faith formation more affordable. | Bishop Robert Barron | Facebook

16K views · 884 reactions | Friends, to help you make the most of the holy season of Lent, my team has put together a Lenten Gospel Reflections book that contains the readings for each day as well as daily reflections from me. You can get just one book, or add additional copies for your family, friends, or small group, right here: https://books.wordonfire.org/lent-books-2024 | Bishop Robert Barron | Facebook

Friends, I’m pleased to announce that Word on Fire Votive has released a new interactive children’s book called “Light of the Sacraments.” Many of you will remember “Light of the Saints,” which was released in 2022. “Light of the Sacraments” is the next book in this engaging series. Shining a light behind the illustrations on certain pages reveals a hidden image showing the Holy Spirit at work. These hidden images make these books especially fun for children, but they also reveal truths about th

Friends, I am happy to announce that we are releasing a second edition of my book, “Eucharist,” with a beautifully redesigned cover and binding as well as all new notes and a new bibliography and index. https://books.wordonfire.org/eucharist. For many Catholics today, the Eucharist is merely a symbol of Christ, and the Mass merely a collectivity of like-minded individuals gathering to remember Jesus’ life. But the truth of what is made present on the altar, and what the faithful dare to receive