WOF 125: Catholicism and Beauty (Part 1 of 2)

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WOF 125: Catholicism and Beauty (Part 1 of 2)

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Part One of Bishop Barron's talk on Catholicism and beauty.

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Apr 30, 2018

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WOF 125: Catholicism and Beauty (Part 1 of 2): Part One of Bishop Barron's talk on Catholicism and beauty. by The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture
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