Bishop Robert Barron Leads Global Faith Engagement with Rosary Broadcast, Reflections and Op-Ed on September 8, 2025

Lead: Bishop Robert Barron spearheaded a worldwide spiritual outreach today by broadcasting the Rosary on Iowa Catholic Radio, releasing a Nativity of Mary reflection and sustaining momentum behind his Fox News op-ed on God-given rights.

Nut Graff: As founder of the Word on Fire media apostolate and bishop of Winona-Rochester, Barron’s multifaceted initiatives underscore his ongoing mission to engage Catholics and non-believers alike through prayer, teaching and public commentary.

Highlights

  • Rosary broadcast across multiple platforms at 6:00 AM CDT
  • Daily Reflection on Mary’s Nativity published by USCCB
  • New Gospel reflection posted on Word on Fire
  • Fox News op-ed continues to spark debate over natural rights

Rosary Broadcast Unites Prayer Networks

At 6:00 AM CDT, Iowa Catholic Radio aired “The Rosary with Bishop Robert Barron,” reaching listeners via traditional radio and digital calendar integrations. The half-hour program drew prayerful participation from parishioners across the Midwest and online audiences.

Nativity of Mary Reflection Deepens Liturgical Observance

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops released Barron’s “Daily Reflection for September 8, 2025,” spotlighting the genealogy of Christ and the feast of Mary’s birth. In a concise meditation, he emphasized humanity’s inclusion in God’s salvific plan, noting, “Christ redeems not just our best selves but every part of our lives”.

Word on Fire Posts Gospel Reflection

Word on Fire published Barron’s written Gospel reflection for the Twenty-Third Week in Ordinary Time, exploring Matthew’s account of Mary’s nativity and its theological significance. The commentary invites readers to embrace the “messy” reality of God’s plan unfolding through saints and sinners.

Op-Ed on God-Given Rights Maintains Momentum

Barron’s Fox News opinion piece-“The dangers behind Sen. Kaine’s rejection of God-given rights as a founding principle”-continues to fuel discussions on religious liberty and natural rights. The article warns that detaching rights from their divine origin risks granting the state “God-like power” over citizens’ freedoms.

This coordinated set of broadcasts, reflections and commentary illustrates Bishop Barron’s integrated approach to evangelization, leveraging radio, digital media and traditional journalism to address spiritual and civic concerns in tandem.