Beacon of Truth with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers

Beacon of Truth with Deacon Harold Burke Sivers is a show for listeners of all ages who want to strengthen – or to learn to develop – a deep, personal, loving relationship with Jesus Christ. Covering hot topics that are currently in the news and that may be causing people to lose hope; guests who address a specific topic like marriage and the family or sexual addiction; as well as your questions. Deacon Harold also brings his love of the psalms, music, and the many talks he gives at parishes across the country to each days show. Join "Dynamic Deacon" at 4 p.m. ET weekdays on EWTN Radio.
2025-11-19
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Today is Word of God Wednesday and Deacon Harold celebrates this weekend's Mass readings as we are talking about Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 2:10-12
2025-11-18
Pillars of Faith
Former Quarterback Steve Beuerlein joins us to talk about his new book "The 4 Pillars of Faiht" Since retiring from the NFL, Steve has remained close to the game as a commentator for CBS Sports and Compass Media Networks, where he currently calls the national broadcast of Dallas Cowboys games. Also Looking into Soulful Psalm 37:35-38
2025-11-17
Christ’s Presence in Us
Today Deacon Harold examines Christ Presence living in Us and also looks into Soulful Psalm 102:26-29
2025-11-14
God’s Blueprint for Happy Life-Day of Rest
Deacon Harold continues our series on God's Blueprint for a Happy Life looking at our day of rest and gives points to how God's Love is honored when we rest. Also he looks into Soulful Psalm 71:19-21
2025-11-13
Do Catholics Believe in Ghosts?
Do Catholics Believe in Ghosts? Deacon Harold answers this today and also looks into Soulful Psalm 40:18
2025-11-12
Word of God Wednesday: 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
Today is Word of God Wednesday and Deacon Harold is looking ahead to Sunday's Mass Readings for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C. Also we are looking into Soulful Psalm 60:11-14
2025-11-11
Counsels and Directives for Husbands and Fathers
Devin Schadt, cofounder of the Fathers of St. Joseph and cohost of The Catholic Gentleman, offers straightforward, precision-guided wisdom to assist husbands and fathers in steeling themselves for the battle for their souls and those of their families—a battle that is already underway. Through the intercession of St. Joseph, Custos, you will receive counsels and directives to deepen your Catholic masculine spirituality and to aid you in discerning spirits, growing in faith, and guarding your family. Deacon and Devin dive into it as well as look at Soulful Psalm 38:20-23
2025-11-10
Marriage & The Cross
God answered my prayer the way He so often does: By sending a cross. April and Deacon Harold have learned after 33 years of marriage, The cross and the wedding ring go together. He elaborates on this today as well as looking into Soulful Psalm 35:20-23
2025-11-07
Dedication of Saint John Lateran
Deacon Harold looks into the Mass readings for this Sunday and also looking into Soulful Psalm 109:10-15
2025-11-06
Biblical Devotionals for Catholics
Breaking the Bread will help all Catholics make the most of Sunday Mass through reflections on Scripture, the Catechism, and short prayers to help one deepen their personal relationship with the living Word of God: Jesus Christ. Ken Ogorek joins Deacon Harold to talk about his new book on this topic and also looking into Soulful Psalm 74:18-21
2025-11-05
Playlist Edition: Kyrie
Today is another song from the Beacon of Truth Playlist as we look into the song Kyrie by Mr. Mister. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 136:24-26
2025-11-04
Is Violence a Way to Solve Problems? PART 2
Where citizens are oppressed by a public authority overstepping its competence, they should not protest against those things which are objectively required for the common good; but it is legitimate for them to defend their own rights and the rights of their fellow citizens against the abuse of this authority, while keeping within those limits drawn by the natural law and the Gospels. Deacon Harold talks about this further today. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 40:17-18
2025-11-03
Fr. Daniel Klimek – With Jesus and Mary: Reflections on the Rosary
"With Jesus & Mary: Reflections on the Rosary" draws from Scripture, the saints, and the insight of mystics to help immerse readers in the mysteries of the Rosary. Fr. Daniel Klimek brings to life the thought of Pope St. John Paul II, St. John of the Cross, St. Josemaría Escrivá, St. Faustina Kowalska, and mystics such as Venerable Maria of Ágreda and Caryll Houselander, uncovering little-known spiritual treasures that will enrich the prayer and reflection of all with Deacon Harold today. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 56:13-14 Fr. Klimek’s book is here: stpaulcenter.co/withjesusandmary
2025-10-31
All Saints Day
Deacon Harold helps us honor the Saints tomorrow for All Saints Day on today's show. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 89:29-35
2025-10-30
For Your Marriage: Honesty
Revealing positive and negative feelings, events of the past, daily events and schedule, plans for the future. What does it all do in our marriages. Deacon Harold opens this up more today and also looking into Soulful Psalm 86:15-17