Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies He Has Risen
Apr 20, 2003
Fr. Barron dives deep into the significance of Easter, framing it as the cornerstone of Christian faith. He emphasizes that without the resurrection, Christianity crumbles into mere commentary. The early Christians focused on the risen Christ, not just his teachings. Insightfully, he contrasts true resurrection with mere nostalgia and discusses its profound impact through vivid imagery. Jesus is depicted as a warrior against death, marking Easter as a day of victory and renewed mission for all believers to share the message of hope.
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Easter As Christianity's Centerpiece
- Bishop Robert Barron says Easter is the central event that defines all of Christian culture and theology.
- He argues that if Christ has not been raised, then Christian faith and works would ultimately be in vain.
Resurrection Over Teachings
- Barron highlights that the earliest Christian preaching emphasized the resurrection over teachings or miracles.
- He maintains the resurrection is the core gospel that Christians must proclaim across generations.
Grave Visits In Paris
- Bishop Barron recalls visiting Père Lachaise and sitting by graves to illustrate mere nostalgic remembrance of a figure.
- He contrasts that feeling with the Christian claim that Jesus' resurrection is not mere memory but a new reality.
