Thoughts on Father's Day

 

Happy Father’s Day to all fathers and spiritual fathers today. Yours is a profound and indeed privileged calling. And in many ways, you walk in the footsteps of St. Joseph, who, as I’ve said many times before, was charged with the provision and protection of the Holy Family. Watch my reflection here.

As fathers, you are similarly charged. Studies have shown that fathers who attend Mass greatly influence their children attending Mass in their own adult lives.  So, fathers: Can I encourage you to keep bringing your families to Mass for your spiritual life, the life of the Church, and the lives of those in your care? And as we reflect on fathers, let’s pray a Rosary for all the fathers in our lives. Happy Father's Day!  In Christ,

Bishop Robert Barron P.S. Don’t forget to pray today for all the priests in your life, who serve as spiritual fathers to God’s people!