The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture WOF 482: Bishop Barron Joins Catholic Voices Podcast (Part 1 of 2)
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Mar 24, 2025 
Robert Barron, a Catholic bishop renowned for his modern approach to sharing the faith, engages in a captivating conversation with Brenden Thompson, the UK Program Manager for the Word On Fire Institute. They delve into the art of public speaking, emphasizing the necessity of thorough preparation and emotional delivery. Barron shares insights on balancing logic, credibility, and emotional appeal in sermons. The duo discusses the power of repetition for improving audience retention, making this a treasure trove for aspiring communicators!
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Sheen's Sermon Preparation
- Fulton Sheen, when asked how long he worked on a sermon, replied, "45 years."
- This emphasizes the idea that a lifetime of learning and experience goes into every speech.
Be a "Shark"
- Be like a "shark" constantly searching for insightful material.
- Read widely to expand your vocabulary and find compelling words, ideas, and phrases.
Gandhi Story
- Bishop Barron keeps mental notes of useful material.
- He used a story about Gandhi reading the Sermon on the Mount in London for a Parliament talk.
