Bishop Barron on Catholicism and the Reformation

Film Focus: In this video, Bishop Robert Barron masterfully looks at Martin Luther and the reformers and highlights their greatest contribution to theological discussion. He continues by explaining where their theology diverges from traditional Catholic theology.

Text Focus: Pgs. 183-184

Discussion Questions:

1. What gestures to Martin Luther and the other reformers were made by the Second Vatican Council? Why are these important?
2. What principle did Martin Luther and the other reformers highlight that is worth reiterating in the Catholic Church? How might we use these insights today?
3. Where does Luther’s theology diverge from traditional Catholic theology?
4. Did the Tridentine Fathers properly address or ignore the concerns of the Martin Luther and the other reformers? Why or why not?

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