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21-04-2025
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Bishop Barron reacts to death of Pope Francis, praises papacy marked by 'mercy and evangelization'
Bishop Robert Barron, a widely read Catholic commentator and author, paid tribute to Pope Francis for a papacy marked by "mercy and evangelization" after the news of his death on Monday. Barron, who leads the Diocese of Winona-Rochester in Minnesota and is the founder of the popular Catholic ministerial organization Word on Fire, praised Francis for recognizing the "destructiveness of sin." "Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, has reached the end of his earthly pilgrimage," Bishop Barron wrote in a statement shared with Fox News Digital. "Pope Francis was a great pastor who spoke from the heart and with tender affection." Pope Francis' Death After Respiratory Illness: What To Know About Bilateral Pneumonia "I had the pleasure of meeting with Pope Francis several times during his papacy," Bishop Barron continued. "On the occasions when he and I spoke, his comments would burn their way into my heart and mind. During a meeting with my fellow bishops, he reminded us that 'the first task of a bishop is to pray.'" "Pope Francis' papacy was marked by two master themes: mercy and evangelization," Barron wrote. "In an interview, he famously remarked that the Church is a field hospital to those wounded by our postmodern, relativistic society. It must, first and foremost, heal the wounds. Pope Francis had a keen awareness of the destructiveness of sin, and he encouraged the Church to show the world the merciful face of Christ. He also emphasized the importance of our personal witness to the light of faith, drawing others to the life-giving joy of the Gospel." Read On The Fox News App Barron concluded by calling on Christians to join him in "praying for the repose of his soul." Trump, World Leaders React To The Death Of Pope Francis "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church," Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced on Monday. This announcement comes after Francis, who suffered from chronic lung disease and had part of one lung removed when he was younger, spent 38 days in Rome's Gemelli hospital starting on Feb. 14 to treat a respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia. Francis, who was born in Argentina, was elected pope in 2013 and served just over 12 years until his death on Monday at age 88. He was the first pope ever from the Americas and the first non-European pope in more than 1,200 years. Fox News' Caitlin McFall, Emma Colton and Chris Massaro contributed to this article source: Bishop Barron reacts to death of Pope Francis, praises papacy marked by 'mercy and evangelization'
Fox News
21-04-2025
- General
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Bishop Barron reacts to death of Pope Francis, praises papacy marked by 'mercy and evangelization'
Bishop Robert Barron, a widely read Catholic commentator and author, paid tribute to Pope Francis for a papacy marked by "mercy and evangelization" after the news of his death on Monday. Barron, who leads the Diocese of Winona-Rochester in Minnesota and is the founder of the popular Catholic ministerial organization Word on Fire, praised Francis for recognizing the "destructiveness of sin." "Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, has reached the end of his earthly pilgrimage," Bishop Barron wrote in a statement shared with Fox News Digital. "Pope Francis was a great pastor who spoke from the heart and with tender affection." "I had the pleasure of meeting with Pope Francis several times during his papacy," Bishop Barron continued. "On the occasions when he and I spoke, his comments would burn their way into my heart and mind. During a meeting with my fellow bishops, he reminded us that 'the first task of a bishop is to pray.'" "Pope Francis' papacy was marked by two master themes: mercy and evangelization," Barron wrote. "In an interview, he famously remarked that the Church is a field hospital to those wounded by our postmodern, relativistic society. It must, first and foremost, heal the wounds. Pope Francis had a keen awareness of the destructiveness of sin, and he encouraged the Church to show the world the merciful face of Christ. He also emphasized the importance of our personal witness to the light of faith, drawing others to the life-giving joy of the Gospel." Barron concluded by calling on Christians to join him in "praying for the repose of his soul." "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church," Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced on Monday. This announcement comes after Francis, who suffered from chronic lung disease and had part of one lung removed when he was younger, spent 38 days in Rome's Gemelli hospital starting on Feb. 14 to treat a respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia. Francis, who was born in Argentina, was elected pope in 2013 and served just over 12 years until his death on Monday at age 88. He was the first pope ever from the Americas and the first non-European pope in more than 1,200 years.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
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- Yahoo
EXCLUSIVE: Groundbreaking new prayer book designed for demographic most targeted for abortion
EXCLUSIVE – Marking Down Syndrome Awareness Day, Bishop Robert Barron's publishing company, Word on Fire, is releasing a groundbreaking new book specifically designed to help adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, who are disproportionately targeted for abortion, to pray. Written by Mark Bradford, an advocate for persons with intellectual disabilities, the book – titled "Let Us Pray: Catholic Prayers for All Abilities" – features simplified traditional prayers, large print for readability, and an accessible font for those with dyslexia and other reading challenges. Persons with Down syndrome are significantly more likely to be targeted for abortion. Between 67 and 87 percent of babies prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome are aborted, according to a study published by the NIH. Kids With Down Syndrome Can Live 'Abundant Lives,' Dad Tells Fox News Contributor There are an estimated 250,000 persons with Down syndrome in the United States, and millions more with other types of intellectual challenges. Despite this, there has been no prayer book designed for adults with these learning challenges … until now. Read On The Fox News App "Prayer is meant for every one of us," Louisville Archbishop Edward Kurtz writes in the book's foreword. Kurtz, who grew up with an older brother with Down syndrome, called the book a "beautiful gift" for those who desire to grow in their faith but have no means to do so. Vance Vows Trump Administration Will Be 'Biggest Defenders Of Religious Liberties,' Catholics Bradford told Fox News Digital that he was inspired to create the new book when he saw his 20-year-old son Thomas Augustine - who has Down syndrome - having to use a book with "horrible illustrations" designed for small children to pray the rosary. "There are no resources like this for adults with intellectual disabilities," he explained. "I want this to be a resource that provides something beautiful to encourage adults with disabilities, and really anyone whose reading level is around the 3rd to 6th grade, to develop a habit of prayer using a book that was prepared just for them." Fox News Digital obtained an exclusive copy of the book. Bradford explained that through the book's visually striking but not childish imagery, easy-to-read text, and engaging layout, it can help anyone, especially those with learning challenges, to form a habit of prayer. According to Bradford, even the typeset chosen for the prayers is a unique font designed by a typographer in Holland specifically to assist dyslexic readers. Catholic Bishop Invites Americans To 'Take The Time To Focus On The Lord' During 10,000 Hour Prayer Campaign "Let Us Pray" includes four main sections: "Making a Habit of Prayer," "Getting More Involved at Sunday Mass," "Devotions" and "Prayers for Special Times," which includes "Prayers for Your Life's Purpose" and "Prayers When Someone You Love Has Died or Is Dying." The book even includes a portion on "Prayers to End Abortion," which acknowledges the "very sad" reality that many Down syndrome babies are selected for abortion because of their disability. "When some women find out they are going to have a baby, they are very sad and afraid. They don't want their baby — sometimes especially if they find out the baby will have Down syndrome or another disability," the book reads. "They need us to pray for them every day so that they say yes, just like Mary did, and have their special baby to love." There is also a section at the end of the book for the reader to write down their own prayers. Chris Pratt Calls Faith The 'Best Part' Of His Life After Teaming Up With Hallow App Despite the stigma often associated with Down syndrome and other learning disabilities, Bradford said that through "Let Us Pray," he wants to send the message that "EVERY human person made in God's image is called into a relationship with him." "Those living with intellectual disabilities can have a rich and fruitful prayer life," he said. "That needs to be honored with resources that encourage prayer and the development of that relationship with their creator that happens through prayer."Original article source: EXCLUSIVE: Groundbreaking new prayer book designed for demographic most targeted for abortion
Fox News
22-03-2025
- General
- Fox News
EXCLUSIVE: Groundbreaking new prayer book designed for demographic most targeted for abortion
EXCLUSIVE – Marking Down Syndrome Awareness Day, Bishop Robert Barron's publishing company, Word on Fire, is releasing a groundbreaking new book specifically designed to help adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, who are disproportionately targeted for abortion, to pray. Written by Mark Bradford, an advocate for persons with intellectual disabilities, the book – titled "Let Us Pray: Catholic Prayers for All Abilities" – features simplified traditional prayers, large print for readability, and an accessible font for those with dyslexia and other reading challenges. Persons with Down syndrome are significantly more likely to be targeted for abortion. Between 67 and 87 percent of babies prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome are aborted, according to a study published by the NIH. There are an estimated 250,000 persons with Down syndrome in the United States, and millions more with other types of intellectual challenges. Despite this, there has been no prayer book designed for adults with these learning challenges … until now. "Prayer is meant for every one of us," Louisville Archbishop Edward Kurtz writes in the book's foreword. Kurtz, who grew up with an older brother with Down syndrome, called the book a "beautiful gift" for those who desire to grow in their faith but have no means to do so. Bradford told Fox News Digital that he was inspired to create the new book when he saw his 20-year-old son Thomas Augustine - who has Down syndrome - having to use a book with "horrible illustrations" designed for small children to pray the rosary. "There are no resources like this for adults with intellectual disabilities," he explained. "I want this to be a resource that provides something beautiful to encourage adults with disabilities, and really anyone whose reading level is around the 3rd to 6th grade, to develop a habit of prayer using a book that was prepared just for them." Fox News Digital obtained an exclusive copy of the book. Bradford explained that through the book's visually striking but not childish imagery, easy-to-read text, and engaging layout, it can help anyone, especially those with learning challenges, to form a habit of prayer. According to Bradford, even the typeset chosen for the prayers is a unique font designed by a typographer in Holland specifically to assist dyslexic readers. "Let Us Pray" includes four main sections: "Making a Habit of Prayer," "Getting More Involved at Sunday Mass," "Devotions" and "Prayers for Special Times," which includes "Prayers for Your Life's Purpose" and "Prayers When Someone You Love Has Died or Is Dying." The book even includes a portion on "Prayers to End Abortion," which acknowledges the "very sad" reality that many Down syndrome babies are selected for abortion because of their disability. "When some women find out they are going to have a baby, they are very sad and afraid. They don't want their baby — sometimes especially if they find out the baby will have Down syndrome or another disability," the book reads. "They need us to pray for them every day so that they say yes, just like Mary did, and have their special baby to love." There is also a section at the end of the book for the reader to write down their own prayers. Despite the stigma often associated with Down syndrome and other learning disabilities, Bradford said that through "Let Us Pray," he wants to send the message that "EVERY human person made in God's image is called into a relationship with him." "Those living with intellectual disabilities can have a rich and fruitful prayer life," he said. "That needs to be honored with resources that encourage prayer and the development of that relationship with their creator that happens through prayer."
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Politics
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Founder of Catholic ministry Word on Fire to attend Trump address to Congress
EXCLUSIVE: A well-known Catholic bishop will be in the audience for President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress, Fox News Digital has learned. Bishop Robert Barron, founder of Catholic media organization Word On Fire, is coming to the Tuesday night speech as a guest of first-term Rep. Riley Moore, Moore also invited Barron to participate in a Catholic Mass with lawmakers before the address. Dem Governor Threatens To Use 'Every Tool' To Fight Back Against Trump-era Deportations "Through Word on Fire, Bishop Barron has helped countless souls discover, strengthen, or return to the Catholic Church by proclaiming the Gospel 'through the culture.' His use of contemporary media to reach people is innovative and highly effective," Moore said in a statement first shared with Fox News Digital. "I am honored to host him as my guest for President Trump's joint address to Congress, and am equally thrilled to have him celebrate the Mass for my colleagues and me prior to the speech." Read On The Fox News App Barron called himself a "student of history" in his own statement shared with Fox News Digital accepting the invitation. Jd Vance Steps Into Spotlight Defending Trump's Foreign Policy In Oval Office Dustup With Zelenskyy "I want to express my sincere gratitude to Representative Riley Moore for his kind invitation to celebrate Mass for Catholic members of Congress and to attend, as his guest, the State of the Union Address," Barron said. Barron is bishop of the Diocese of Winona–Rochester in Minnesota. His name has traveled further, however, as a leader in bringing Catholic teachings to more people using digital media. Trump is making his first speech to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night since returning to the White House for his second term. Senior Trump adviser Jason Miller previewed the speech during "Fox & Friends Weekend" on Sunday morning. Miller said Trump will discuss getting his 2017 tax cuts extended, "Making sure we get to Mars," our artificial intelligence competition against China, and reversing the high cost of living seen under the previous Democratic administration. "We need more money for the border to keep it secure," Miller continued, adding Trump would also discuss "making sure we keep peace and stability around the world, but we have to do it with respect and strength."Original article source: Founder of Catholic ministry Word on Fire to attend Trump address to Congress
