The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture

Friends, today we’re excited to share with you the newest episode in our “Bishop Barron Presents” series. In this discussion, Bishop Barron talks with Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ. Fr. Fessio was formed by some of the greatest figures of twentieth-century Catholicism, including Henri de Lubac, Joseph Ratzinger, and Hans Urs von Balthasar. This fascinating conversation covers his life story, his education, his experience in Europe, the founding of Ignatius Press, and much more. Enjoy! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss the concept of spiritual greatness and the seven-fold path to achieve it. They explore the connection between corporal and spiritual works of mercy, highlighting the importance of addressing both physical and spiritual needs. They delve into specific spiritual works of mercy, such as counseling the doubtful, comforting the sorrowful, bearing wrongs patiently, forgiving all injuries, and praying for the living and the dead. Bishop Barron also discusses the updates in liturgical texts of the Catholic Church.

Bishop Barron explores foundational themes of the Catholic intellectual tradition, emphasizing Christ's centrality in all disciplines. They discuss the nature of God and how it relates to Jesus. Exploring the concept of creation from nothing and its implications for the intelligibility of reality. Examining the relationship between religion and science, emphasizing non-violence as the foundation of metaphysical reality. Discussing sin, God's mercy, and the perspective offered by the Catholic intellectual tradition.

Learn how to become a person of love through the works of mercy, including feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, and clothing the naked. Explore the power of love in overcoming struggles and find fulfillment in sheltering the homeless and visiting the sick. Discover how ordinary parents can practice corporal works of mercy and understand the concept of inheriting sin.

In this podcast, Bishop Baron discusses the richness and significance of the prologue of the Gospel of John. He explores the limitations of human words compared to the Word of God. The nature of Jesus as the Word and the tragedy of sin are also discussed. Additionally, the podcast explores the resonance of the Word and the concept of God condescending to humanity. Lastly, it delves into the word becoming flesh and the combination of grace and truth in the incarnation.

Brandon Vogt, author and speaker, joins the podcast to discuss the subversive and revolutionary nature of the Christmas story. Topics covered include the symbolism behind the census, the details of Jesus' birth, the significance of God becoming a baby, and the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

Bishop Barron explores the origins and impact of Wokism, the influence of critical theory on culture, the Marxist roots of wokeism, the philosophical roots of wokeism and the concept of power, Catholic social theory's stance on society, and the importance of justice and love

Discussion on the limitations of materialism and determinism, the challenges posed by consciousness, the meaning crisis among atheists, the nature of contrition, and an exploration of the Vatican Film List and 'Popcorn with the Pope' book.

Bishop Barron gives a talk at the University of Notre Dame on what makes a university Catholic. He discusses the role of religion in a university setting, the nature of God and His non-competitive transcendence, exploring history and meta-narratives, the climax of history and the meta-narrative of Jesus Christ, the human heart in conflict reflected in literature, and the relationship between Catholicism, theology, and various academic disciplines.

Psychologists, scientists, and thought leaders are rediscovering the brilliance of the Bible. The speaker shares their conference experience and discusses how secular thinkers are approaching the Bible in new ways. They refute claims of scientific inaccuracies and explore the diverse genres and literary styles in the Bible. Analyzing the genre of the gospels, they address the importance of Jesus' existence and explain the Incarnation concept.