[VIDEO] Why Lent? Bishop Barron Explains

Why Lent? What does it all mean?

by Bishop Robert BarronMarch 6, 2019

Today is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent. For so many of us, it means ashes today, sacrifice for weeks, and then a big celebration at the end of it all. But why? What does it all mean? Bishop Barron explains:

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Bishop Robert Barron

Bishop Robert Barron is the founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries and Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. He is also the host of CATHOLICISM, a groundbreaking, award-winning documentary about the Catholic Faith, which aired on PBS.
Bishop Barron is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and has published numerous books, essays, and articles on theology and the spiritual life. He is a religion correspondent for NBC and has also appeared on FOX News, CNN, and EWTN.
Bishop Barron’s website, WordOnFire.org, reaches millions of people each year, and he is one of the most-followed Catholics on social media. His regular YouTube videos have been viewed over 18 million times.
Bishop Barron’s pioneering work in evangelizing through the new media led Francis Cardinal George to describe him as “one of the Church’s best messengers.” He has keynoted many conferences and events all over the world, including the 2016 World Youth Day in Kraków, Poland and the 2015 World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, which marked Pope Francis’ historic visit to the United States.
Bishop Barron’s latest film series and study program, CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players, debuted in September 2016 and has been syndicated for national television.

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Love learning from @BishopBarron at #RECongress @LACongress - so much wisdom on social media in today’s world.

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17 Feb

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Carol @carol_donohue·

14 Feb

@WordOnFire @BishopBarron This is a must see! Thank you Bishop Baron! My husband and I thought our whole parish should see this. Thank you for the insight and inspiration.

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15 Jan

@tracesoffaith While not the whole Bible (this first volume is the four gospels) I am a huge fan of the “added value” in the @WordOnFire Bible, with illustrations, sacred art, and reflections both modern and ancient.

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[VIDEO] Why Lent? Bishop Barron Explains

Why Lent? What does it all mean?

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Bishop Robert Barron

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