Rick Barrett is originally from the state of Rhode Island to the state of Texas at the age of 27. He had never shot a firearm until one fateful day in 2008 and has ignited a passion for all things firearms and self-defense. He founded The Armed Catholic in 2021 to provide first class firearm training on a foundation of Catholic tradition. He is certified from the Untied States Conceal Carry Association as a firearm instructor as well as the State Of Texas as a License To Carry Instructor. He has a Master's from Penn State University and been married to his wife since 2010