Robert Barron

Bishop, author, and theologian with books

Robert Barron - Bishop, author, and theologian with books
Born

November 19th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Born in 1959, an American bishop and theologian served as the auxiliary bishop of Los Angeles. Barron founded Word on Fire, a Catholic media organization, focusing on evangelization and the use of digital media. Authoring several books on theology and spirituality, he gained prominence for works discussing the intersection of faith and culture. Barron hosted the documentary series ‘Catholicism’, which explored the history and practices of the Catholic Church, drawing a significant audience. His online presence, particularly through YouTube, contributed to widespread discussions on theology and the Catholic faith.

Founded Word on Fire Catholic Ministries

Authored 'Catholicism' series and books

Served as auxiliary bishop of Los Angeles

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