Friends, on this Feast of the Immaculate Conception, I encourage you to enter into a deeper appreciation of this great solemnity by meditating upon Mary’s Fiat, “Let it be done to me according to your word”. Turn this into a daily prayer. | Bishop Robert Barron

God’s Warrior Queen — Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermon

Friends, here are my thoughts on the life and influence of J.R.R. Tolkien, a literary evangelist best known for his “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. His many books powerfully carry the Gospel message and continue to subtly evangelize the imaginations of millions of readers today. However, since his death, many have taken the view that J.R.R. Tolkien was dismissive of modern culture and “backward-looking.” “Tolkien’s Modern Reading: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle Ages” overturns these common misconce

Friends, on today's episode of "The Word on Fire Show," Brandon Vogt and I discuss my favorite books of all time, from theology to poetry, fiction to stage plays. (Download a full PDF guide to my favorite books at https://wordonfireshow.com/books) A listener asks about Thomas Aquinas' views on women. 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 o

Friends, the Rosary is one of the most widely recognized prayers of Catholicism—and also one of the most misunderstood. What is it all about? How do you pray it? And what is it meant to accomplish? In my newest book on the Rosary, join me in exploring the meditative depth, rhythmic beauty, and spiritual power of this ancient prayer: https://rosary.wordonfire.org/book After a brief introduction to the Rosary by Pope St. John Paul II and a walkthrough of its various prayers, the book presents the