Episode 1 of the “Catholicism” Series-“Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man”
This week Wednesday, we will be starting something new that we’ve decided to integrate into Connect this year! We will be watching the first episode in the 10 part “Catholicism” series led by Fr. Robert Barron at 7:30 in the Connect room in the basement of Holy Spirit. The first episode is titled “Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man” (a short summary is below). We will continue this throughout the year watching another episode the fourth Wednesday of each month and will follow with a brief discussion each time. Below is also a short overview of of the series as a whole and a link to the website where you can watch a video preview if you’d like.
Episode 1-“Amazed and Afraid: The Revelation of God Become Man”The strange and dangerous words of Jesus of Nazareth set up a drama that will culminate in a surprising battle between two kings, and in the wake of this conflict, an empire will be defeated – and the world will be changed. Father Robert Barron illuminates and explains the conviction of the Catholic Faith that Jesus of Nazareth is the promised Messiah, and the revelation of God become man. He shows how Jesus fulfills the four tasks of the Messiah, according to the Old and New Testaments, and how the living legacy of Christ, God and Messiah, is proclaimed by the Church. Join Father Barron as he addresses some of the most controversial questions about the life and identity of Jesus Christ and travels through the mysterious and sacred places of the Holy Land of Israel and the eternal city of Rome.
“Catholicism” series overview and link
Journey with Fr. Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 16 countries. Be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth’s people. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda, from the glorious shrines of Europe to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, the mysteries of CATHOLICISM are revealed. Learn what Catholics believe and why. Discover the full meaning of the faith.