Young People Turning From Faith, the New Religion of "Woke," and an Easter Message, with Bishop Robert Barron | Ep. 753
Mar 29, 2024
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Bishop Robert Barron, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles and founder of Word on Fire, discusses the troubling trend of young people distancing themselves from faith. He explores how 'wokeism' has emerged as a new ideology, replacing traditional beliefs. Barron shares his experience helping Shia LaBeouf reclaim his Catholic faith and emphasizes the importance of silence for spiritual connection. Megyn Kelly opens up about her personal faith journey during her annulment process, prompting a deeper conversation about marriage's role in Christianity.
Decline of church attendance and disaffiliation from religion among young people.
The rise of 'woke' as a new religion replacing traditional faith beliefs.
Navigating personal crises of faith, such as marriage annulment processes, in Catholicism.
Symbolism of Easter challenging norms and symbolizing redemption and hope.
Upholding traditional American values and combatting societal deviations.
Rediscovering faith amidst disconnection and finding solace in spiritual beliefs.
Deep dives
Message of Good Friday
Reflecting on Good Friday, it is highlighted that the cross of Jesus symbolizes the judgment on humanity's sin. The importance of acknowledging one's sin and realizing that all is not fine with humanity is emphasized. It signifies the deep connection between sinfulness and grace, illustrating the fundamental Christian belief in redemption through divine grace and the recognition of human imperfection.
Challenging Personal Crisis and Faith
The speaker discusses a personal crisis of faith shared by a Catholic individual seeking guidance on navigating complexities related to marriage annulment. The individual expresses emotional turmoil and questions the process's impact on their spiritual journey, revealing a struggle with religious obligations and personal experiences.
Role of Church in Spiritual Guidance
The importance of respecting the sacramentality of marriage is emphasized in the context of seeking an annulment. The Church's role in upholding the integrity of marriage and guiding individuals through the annulment process is discussed, highlighting the significance of trust, patience, and self-reflection in addressing spiritual challenges.
Revolutionary Message of Easter
The transformative message of Easter, symbolizing a revolutionary feast that challenges conventional norms and power structures, is explored. The resurrection of Jesus is presented as a testament to God's supremacy over worldly injustices and oppression, signaling a renewed hope and faith in divine love's ultimate victory.
Upholding Traditional American Values
A call to uphold traditional American values and combat societal trends that deviate from foundational principles is articulated. The importance of organizations like AMAC in advocating for common sense and core American ideals during challenging times, including upcoming elections, is underlined.
Encouraging Return to Faith
Amidst feelings of disaffiliation and spiritual disconnection, a message encouraging individuals to revisit their faith and reengage with core religious beliefs is conveyed. The significance of rediscovering the spiritual connection, especially during moments of doubt or crisis, is highlighted as a source of solace and guidance.
Bob Dylan's Influence on Faith and Music
The impact of Bob Dylan's music on spiritual and personal journeys is discussed, highlighting the profound influence of biblical themes in Dylan's work. The speaker shares a personal connection to Dylan's music and its role in shaping spiritual reflections, emphasizing the enduring inspiration drawn from Dylan's lyrics and profound messages.
Navigating Challenges of Modern Faith
Insights into navigating contemporary challenges to faith, including societal shifts, distractions, and cultural changes, are shared. The speaker reflects on the evolving landscape of religious practices and the need to adapt while preserving the essence of faith and spirituality amidst modern complexities.
Embracing Silent Reflection in Spiritual Growth
The significance of embracing silence and introspection as a path to spiritual growth and divine connection is underscored. The importance of cultivating inner peace, loving thoughts, and authentic actions through quiet contemplation is highlighted as a foundational step toward deeper spiritual awareness and transformation.
Preaching and Role of Bishop
The speaker discusses the role of preaching in his position as bishop and the challenges of effectively communicating religious teachings. Insights into the art of preaching and the multifaceted skills required to engage and inspire congregations are shared, emphasizing the importance of delivering substantive, impactful messages.
Easter Call to Rediscover Faith
A final message encourages individuals to use the Easter period as an opportunity to rekindle their faith, reconnect with spiritual traditions, and explore the deeper meanings of religious practices. The speaker invokes a sense of renewal, hope, and introspection during the Easter season to foster spiritual growth and reconnect with divine grace.
On this Good Friday special, Megyn Kelly is joined by Bishop Robert Barron of "Word on Fire Catholic Ministries" to discuss the decline of people going to church, young people disaffiliating from religion altogether, how to recruit disaffected Catholics, the commercialization of Easter and Christmas, how "woke" has become a new religion, he "Christ is King" debate happening on social media, the media nonsense about "Christian Nationalism" led by the absence of religion, debauchery in our culture today, how he helped actor Shia LaBeouf reclaim his faith and get confirmed in the Catholic faith, the value of silence in connecting with God, his love of Bob Dylan, stories of preaching in 2024, why he decided to become a priest, and more. Plus, Megyn gets personal and opens up about going through the annulment process, why it's leading to her having a "crisis of faith," the role of marriage in Christianity and Catholicism, and her recent trip to an Episcopalian church.
