Bishop Robert Barron on the Council of Trent

Film Focus: Bishop Robert Barron delves into the Council of Trent paying particular attention to the theological points addressed by the council which affirm what was said by the reformers and which correct and respond to what was said to the reformers.

Text Focus: Pgs. 196-199, 202

Discussion Questions:

1.   Bishop Barron comments that the Council of Trent is one of the most important councils in Church history. Do you agree? Defend your answer.

2.  Why did it take so long for the Council of Trent to begin?

3.  What were the major issues discussed at the Council of Trent? How do these issues reflect the concerns of the reformers?

4.  What does the Council of Trent teach about sin? Why is this important for our understanding of the human person?