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'''Robert Philip Reed''', born {{Birth date and age|1959|06|11}}, is an [[United States|American]] [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] [[Bishop (Catholic)|bishop]], serving as Auxiliary Bishop of Boston since 2016. Ordained a priest in 1985, he is president of The CatholicTV Network, CEO of iCatholic Media, Inc., and pastor of St. Patrick and Sacred Heart parishes in Watertown, Massachusetts. Within the [[Roman Rite]], Reed is known for advancing Catholic media, chairing the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Communications, and promoting synodality and youth engagement.<ref name=" | '''Robert Philip Reed''', born {{Birth date and age|1959|06|11}}, is an [[United States|American]] [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] [[Bishop (Catholic)|bishop]], serving as Auxiliary Bishop of Boston since 2016. Ordained a priest in 1985, he is president of The CatholicTV Network, CEO of iCatholic Media, Inc., and pastor of St. Patrick and Sacred Heart parishes in Watertown, Massachusetts. Within the [[Roman Rite]], Reed is known for advancing Catholic media, chairing the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Communications, and promoting synodality and youth engagement.<ref name="archboston">{{Cite web |title=Most Reverend Robert P. Reed, Auxiliary Bishop of Boston |url=https://www.bostoncatholic.org/most-reverend-robert-p-reed |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Archdiocese of Boston}}</ref><ref name="catholichierarchy">{{Cite web |title=Bishop Robert Philip Reed |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/breedrp.html |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic-Hierarchy.org}}</ref><ref name="catholictv">{{Cite web |title=About Bishop Robert Reed |url=https://www.catholictv.org/bishop-robert-reed |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=The CatholicTV Network}}</ref> | ||
Born in [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]], Reed was inspired by the [[Saints|Saint]] [[John Vianney]], emphasizing pastoral care. In 2025, at age 65, he was ineligible for the [[papal conclave]] as a non-cardinal, but his keynote at the 2024 Catholic Media Association conference and leadership in CatholicTV underscored his influence in evangelization. His book *Renewed* and media programs promote a vibrant Catholic faith, though some | Born in [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]], Reed was inspired by the [[Saints|Saint]] [[John Vianney]], emphasizing pastoral care. In 2025, at age 65, he was ineligible for the [[papal conclave]] as a non-cardinal, but his keynote at the 2024 Catholic Media Association conference and leadership in CatholicTV underscored his influence in evangelization. His book *Renewed* and media programs promote a vibrant Catholic faith, though some traditionalists favor his parish-based ministry over digital outreach.<ref name="cna_conclave">{{Cite web |title=Who can vote in a papal conclave? |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/260678/who-can-vote-in-a-papal-conclave |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic News Agency |date=2025-04-20}}</ref><ref name="dialog2024">{{Cite web |title=Boston auxiliary bishop Robert Reed to Catholic media: ‘I hope you see your good, important work as a genuine ministry’ |url=https://thedialog.org/boston-auxiliary-bishop-robert-reed-to-catholic-media-i-hope-you-see-your-good-important-work-as-a-genuine-ministry/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=The Dialog |date=2024-06-21}}</ref><ref name="catholicnews">{{Cite web |title=US bishops’ communications chairman: Catholic media must be authentic |url=https://catholicnews.com/us-bishops-communications-chairman-catholic-media-must-be-authentic/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic News Service |date=2024-06-20}}</ref> | ||
==Biography== | ==Biography== | ||
===Birth and early life=== | ===Birth and early life=== | ||
Robert Philip Reed was born on {{Birth date and age|1959|06|11}} in [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]], to William L. and Jeanne Louise Reed, the youngest of five children | Robert Philip Reed was born on {{Birth date and age|1959|06|11}} in [[Boston]], [[Massachusetts]], to William L. and Jeanne Louise Reed, the youngest of five children.<ref name="bostonpilot2016">{{Cite web |title=Bishop Robert Reed: Living God's will 'has been the joy of my life' |url=https://www.thebostonpilot.com/article.php?id=177883 |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=The Boston Pilot |date=2016-08-26}}</ref> Raised in Swampscott, Massachusetts, he attended St. John the Evangelist parochial school, where his family’s active parish life and the Sisters of St. Joseph inspired his vocation.<ref name="bostonpilot2016" /> The death of his father in a car accident when Reed was seven deepened his faith, prompting questions about life’s purpose.<ref name="bostonpilot2016" /> | ||
Inspired by John Vianney’s humility, Reed discerned his priesthood call at St. John’s Preparatory School in Danvers, Massachusetts.<ref name="catholicdigest2017">{{Cite web |title=A | Inspired by John Vianney’s humility, Reed discerned his priesthood call at St. John’s Preparatory School in Danvers, Massachusetts.<ref name="catholicdigest2017">{{Cite web |title=A conversation with Bishop Robert Reed |url=https://www.catholicdigest.com/a-conversation-with-bishop-robert-reed/ |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Catholic Digest |date=2017-08-31}}</ref> His early exposure to televangelists like Robert Schuller shaped his media interest.<ref name="catholicdigest2017" /> | ||
===Education=== | ===Education=== | ||
Reed earned a bachelor’s degree from Saint John’s Seminary in Boston and studied theology at the Pontifical North American College in [[Rome]], earning a licentiate in sacred theology.<ref name=" | Reed earned a bachelor’s degree from Saint John’s Seminary in Boston and studied theology at the Pontifical North American College in [[Rome]], earning a licentiate in sacred theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University.<ref name="archboston" /><ref name="catholichierarchy" /> He later obtained a master’s degree in television management from Boston University’s College of Communication.<ref name="catholicdigest2017" /> | ||
His Roman formation emphasized pastoral theology, while his Boston University degree equipped him for Catholic media leadership, blending faith and professionalism.<ref name=" | His Roman formation emphasized pastoral theology, while his Boston University degree equipped him for Catholic media leadership, blending faith and professionalism.<ref name="dialog2024" /> | ||
===Priesthood=== | ===Priesthood=== | ||
Ordained a priest on 6 July 1985 by Cardinal Bernard Law for the [[Archdiocese of Boston]] at St. John the Evangelist Church in Swampscott, Reed served as associate pastor at Immaculate Conception Parish in Medford (1985–1989) and pastor at several Massachusetts parishes, including St. Mary’s in Lynn (1996–2005).<ref name=" | Ordained a priest on 6 July 1985 by Cardinal Bernard Law for the [[Archdiocese of Boston]] at St. John the Evangelist Church in Swampscott, Reed served as associate pastor at Immaculate Conception Parish in Medford (1985–1989) and pastor at several Massachusetts parishes, including St. Mary’s in Lynn (1996–2005).<ref name="archboston" /><ref name="catholictv" /> He joined the Boston Catholic Television Center in 1987, hosting *The Catholic Hour* radio program and serving as director of educational development, assistant director, and director.<ref name="catholictv" /><ref name="bostonpilot2005">{{Cite web |title=Fr. Reed named president of CatholicTV |url=https://www.thebostonpilot.com/article.php?id=3050 |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=The Boston Pilot |date=2005-09-09}}</ref> | ||
Appointed president of CatholicTV in 2005, Reed rebranded it as The CatholicTV Network, expanding its reach to 13.5 million homes via cable, streaming, and apps.<ref name="catholicdigest2017" /> His media work balanced parish duties, earning praise for accessibility but some critique for prioritizing digital platforms.<ref name=" | Appointed president of CatholicTV in 2005, Reed rebranded it as The CatholicTV Network, expanding its reach to 13.5 million homes via cable, streaming, and apps.<ref name="catholicdigest2017" /> His media work balanced parish duties, earning praise for accessibility but some critique for prioritizing digital platforms.<ref name="dialog2024" /><ref name="catholicnews" /> | ||
===Bishop=== | ===Bishop=== | ||
Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Boston and titular Bishop of Sufar on 3 June 2016 by [[Pope Francis]], Reed was consecrated on 24 August 2016 by Cardinal Seán O’Malley at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, with Bishops Robert Peter Deeley and Arthur Kennedy as co-consecrators.<ref name=" | Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Boston and titular Bishop of Sufar on 3 June 2016 by [[Pope Francis]], Reed was consecrated on 24 August 2016 by Cardinal Seán O’Malley at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, with Bishops Robert Peter Deeley and Arthur Kennedy as co-consecrators.<ref name="catholichierarchy" /><ref name="bostonpilot2016" /> As of 2025, he serves as vicar general, regional bishop of the west region, and pastor of St. Patrick and Sacred Heart parishes in Watertown.<ref name="watertown">{{Cite web |title=About Bishop Robert Reed |url=https://watertowncatholic.com/bishop-robert-reed |access-date=2025-05-03 |website=Watertown Catholic}}</ref> | ||
In 2025, at age 65, Reed was ineligible for the conclave as a non-cardinal, but his leadership as chair of the USCCB Committee on Communications and his 2024 Catholic Media Association keynote emphasized authentic, heart-centered evangelization.<ref name="cna_conclave" /><ref name="dialog2024" | In 2025, at age 65, Reed was ineligible for the conclave as a non-cardinal, but his leadership as chair of the USCCB Committee on Communications and his 2024 Catholic Media Association keynote emphasized authentic, heart-centered evangelization.<ref name="cna_conclave" /><ref name="dialog2024" /> His book *Renewed* (2014) and TV series like *This Is The Day* promote faith renewal, though some traditionalists prefer his parish-based ministry.<ref name="catholictv" /><ref name="catholicnews" /> | ||
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==Significant events== | ==Significant events== | ||
* Born on 11 June 1959 in Boston, Massachusetts.<ref name=" | * Born on 11 June 1959 in Boston, Massachusetts.<ref name="bostonpilot2016" /> | ||
* Ordained priest for the [[Archdiocese of Boston]] by Cardinal Bernard Law on 6 July 1985.<ref name=" | * Ordained priest for the [[Archdiocese of Boston]] by Cardinal Bernard Law on 6 July 1985.<ref name="archboston" /> | ||
* Joined Boston Catholic Television Center in 1987, hosting *The Catholic Hour*.<ref name=" | * Joined Boston Catholic Television Center in 1987, hosting *The Catholic Hour*.<ref name="catholictv" /> | ||
* Appointed president of The CatholicTV Network in 2005, rebranding and expanding it.<ref name=" | * Appointed president of The CatholicTV Network in 2005, rebranding and expanding it.<ref name="bostonpilot2005" /> | ||
* Published *Renewed: Ten Ways to Rediscover the Saints, Embrace Your Gifts, and Revive Your Catholic Faith* in 2014.<ref name=" | * Published *Renewed: Ten Ways to Rediscover the Saints, Embrace Your Gifts, and Revive Your Catholic Faith* in 2014.<ref name="catholictv" /> | ||
* Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Boston and titular Bishop of Sufar on 3 June 2016, consecrated on 24 August 2016.<ref name="catholichierarchy" /> | * Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Boston and titular Bishop of Sufar on 3 June 2016, consecrated on 24 August 2016.<ref name="catholichierarchy" /> | ||
* Became chair of the USCCB Committee on Communications in 2020, re-elected in 2023.<ref name=" | * Became chair of the USCCB Committee on Communications in 2020, re-elected in 2023.<ref name="dialog2024" /> | ||
* Appointed pastor of St. Patrick and Sacred Heart parishes in Watertown in 2021.<ref name="watertown" /> | * Appointed pastor of St. Patrick and Sacred Heart parishes in Watertown in 2021.<ref name="watertown" /> | ||
* Delivered keynote address at the Catholic Media Association conference in Atlanta on 19 June 2024, emphasizing synodality and youth engagement.<ref name="dialog2024" /> | * Delivered keynote address at the Catholic Media Association conference in Atlanta on 19 June 2024, emphasizing synodality and youth engagement.<ref name="dialog2024" /> | ||
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===Written by the bishop=== | ===Written by the bishop=== | ||
* ''Renewed: Ten Ways to Rediscover the Saints, Embrace Your Gifts, and Revive Your Catholic Faith'', Ave Maria Press, 2014, ISBN 978-1594714702.<ref name=" | * ''Renewed: Ten Ways to Rediscover the Saints, Embrace Your Gifts, and Revive Your Catholic Faith'', Ave Maria Press, 2014, ISBN 978-1594714702.<ref name="catholictv" /> | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* [https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/breedrp.html Bishop Robert Philip Reed], Catholic-Hierarchy.org | * [https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/breedrp.html Bishop Robert Philip Reed], Catholic-Hierarchy.org | ||
* [https://www.bostoncatholic.org/most-reverend-robert-p-reed Most Reverend Robert P. Reed], Archdiocese of Boston | * [https://www.bostoncatholic.org/most-reverend-robert-p-reed Most Reverend Robert P. Reed], Archdiocese of Boston | ||
* [https://www.catholictv.org/bishop-robert-reed Bishop Robert Reed], The CatholicTV Network | * [https://www.catholictv.org/bishop-robert-reed About Bishop Robert Reed], The CatholicTV Network | ||
* [https://thedialog.org/boston-auxiliary-bishop-robert-reed-to-catholic-media-i-hope-you-see-your-good-important-work-as-a-genuine-ministry/ Boston | * [https://thedialog.org/boston-auxiliary-bishop-robert-reed-to-catholic-media-i-hope-you-see-your-good-important-work-as-a-genuine-ministry/ Boston auxiliary bishop Robert Reed to Catholic media: ‘I hope you see your good, important work as a genuine ministry’], The Dialog | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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