Video: Fr. Robert Barron Visits the Palace of the Popes in Avignon

Zoe Romanowsky - published on 01/07/15

A glimpse at the persuasive power of Catherine of Sienna.

Lenten Campaign 2025

This content is free of charge, as are all our articles.
Support us with a donation that is tax-deductible and enable us to continue to reach millions of readers.

Donate

In 1376 Catherine of Sienna sailed down the river to Avignon, France, to challenge Pope Gregory XI to leave the corruption around him and go back to Rome. Not only is it remarkable that she got an appointment with the pope at all, but he actually listened to her and went back to Rome. These events at Avignon demonstrate Catherine’s influence and are one reason she was selected as a "pivotal player" by Fr. Robert Barron and his team at Word on Fire Ministries for their new series by the same name.

Enjoying your time on Aleteia?

Articles like these are sponsored free for every Catholic through the support of generous readers just like you. Please make a tax-deductible donation today!

Help us continue to bring the Gospel to people everywhere through uplifting Catholic news, stories, spirituality, and more.

Make a tax-deductible donation!