Episode Details

In this lesson, Bishop Barron introduces St. John Henry Newman and explains his theological significance in his own day and ours. He is a pivotal player in Church history, being compared to St. Thomas Aquinas for his brilliance. 

Topics Covered:
Major themes in Newman's writings
Biography of St. John Henry Newman 
Influence on Vatican II
Apologia Pro Vita Sua

Links:

• Article: Two False Newmans
• Book: Newman: His Life and Legacy

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