Bishop Robert Barron Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Bishop of Diocese of Winona-Rochester (MN); founder of @WordOnFire; host of CATHOLICISM series.

The Sign of the Cross: Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer
Bert Ghezzi
But there is so much more historical and theological significance to this ancient gesture than most people realize. Learn more in Bert Ghezzi’s book “The Sign of the Cross: Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer,” at: https://t.co/Elem6t8x1z https://t.co/Ivor28Ia66
Paperback, 2023
$14.95$7.47 + Free shipping50% off your first book
SUMMARY OF Arthur C. Brooks From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
Franklin Scoch
Friends, here's an excerpt from a new book by @arthurbrooks titled "From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life." https://t.co/OYNBqqY8S6
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Gaudium Et Spes
Vatican Council
I encourage you to watch, read, and share these materials. Study the great texts of Vatican II—Dei Verbum, Lumen Gentium, Sacrosanctum Concilium, and Gaudium et Spes. And remember that the purpose of the council was not to modernize the Church; it was to Christify the world!
Paperback, 2017
$9.00$4.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Catholics and Contempt: How Catholic Media Fuel Today's Fights, and What to Do about It
John L. Allen
Friends, in his new book, “Catholics and Contempt,” Vatican journalist and Crux Editor John L. Allen Jr. diagnoses the root causes of our venomous media culture and offers a path forward for a more honest and charitable media landscape. Learn more at https://t.co/OlocXAJJhB. https://t.co/1dMNzJlIG4
Paperback, 2023
$24.95$12.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Great Story of Israel: Election, Freedom, Holiness
Robert Barron
Friends, my latest article for @WordOnFire is an excerpt from my new book “The Great Story of Israel.” In it I reflect on 1 Samuel 17—the well-known story of David and Goliath. Read more: https://t.co/2lVdgvJQFx https://t.co/mtNeKEoAI7
Hardcover, 2022
$29.95$14.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Mary: God's Yes to Man
Pope John Paul II
"With the Rosary, the Christian people sits at the school of Mary and is led to contemplate the beauty on the face of Christ and to experience the depths of his love." - Pope St. John Paul II https://t.co/RnZfs2nhQy
Paperback, 1950
$16.95$8.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings (Cycle A) Volume 1
Peter Kreeft
Friends, I am happy to announce that the second volume of @ProfessorKreeft’s popular reflections on the Mass readings is now available. Learn more about “Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings (Cycle A)” at: https://t.co/RxY0haNs2n https://t.co/9NZYNUVlIC
Hardcover, 2022
$34.95$17.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
Arthur C. Brooks
Friends, here's an excerpt from a new book by @arthurbrooks titled "From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life." https://t.co/OYNBqqY8S6
Hardcover, 2022
$28.00$14.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Light at the Torn Horizon
Paul Murray
Friends, I would like to share with you a brand new book of beautiful and moving poetry by Paul Murray, OP: “Light at the Torn Horizon.” https://t.co/TweeuhnDSw https://t.co/EdIjwqFjsE
Paperback, 2022
$19.95$9.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life
Luke Burgis
Friends, I recently sat down with @lukeburgis, author of "Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life.” We had a fascinating conversation about René Girard, mimetic desire, scapegoats, the Ferrari-Lamborghini rivalry, and more. Give it a listen! https://t.co/Eqy2qfO1CV
Hardcover, 2021
$30.00$15.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book