Vibrant Paradoxes: The Both/And of Catholicism - Softcover

Bishop Robert Barron

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1943243107 ISBN 13: 9781943243105

Publisher: Word On Fire, 2016

Synopsis

G.K. Chesterton once said that Catholicism keeps its beliefs "side by side like two strong colors, red and white...It has always had a healthy hatred of pink."

Catholicism is both/and, not either/or. It celebrates the union of contraries--grace and nature, faith and reason, Scripture and tradition, body and soul in a way that the full energy of each opposing element remains in place.

In Vibrant Paradoxes, bestselling author Bishop Robert Barron brings together themes and motifs that many would consider mutually exclusive or, at best, awkward in their juxtaposition. But seen through the Incarnation, these opposites crash together and reflect new light in every direction. This book will train you to see.

About this title

About the Author

Bishop Robert Barron is the founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries and the host of CATHOLICISM, a groundbreaking, award-winning documentary about the Catholic Faith. On September 8, 2015, he was ordained Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Bishop Barron is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and has published numerous books, essays, and articles on theology and the spiritual life. He has also appeared on several media outlets including NBC, PBS, FOX News, CNN, and EWTN. 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."

Review

"Further evidence as if any were needed that Bishop Barron is the best catechist and apologist in English-speaking Catholicism. A book to savor, ponder, and celebrate, Vibrant Paradox is a treasure chest of insight, informed by a profound Catholic faith and a deep intelligence, and written with the kind of brio that makes the New Evangelization fun. " --George Weigel, Distinguished Senior Fellow and William E. Simon Chair in Catholic Studies Ethics and Public Policy Center

"We all know Bishop Robert Barron s engaging style as a preacher and teacher. In Vibrant Paradoxes: The Both/And of Catholicism, we find this gifted writer at his best. With freshness and insight Bishop Barron explores seemingly opposite realities: sin and mercy, suffering and joy, faith and reason. His profound understanding of the spiritual life guides the reader to discover how the Christian faith is 'permanently fresh, startling, and urgent.' Vibrant Paradoxes is a must read for anyone looking for a new presentation of our ancient faith." --Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington

"Bishop Robert Barron is one of the most effective evangelists in the Catholic Church. His new book collects some of his best essays, on a typically wide variety of topics, and is written in his trademark inviting, accessible, and knowledgeable style. He's a real blessing for our Church and his new book will be a real blessing for you." --James Martin, SJ, Author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage

Edition details

• Publisher: Word On Fire
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1943243107
• ISBN 13: 9781943243105
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288