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.
2025-10-24
Jesus & the Twelve on Tour: Nain
As we continue our Jesus & the 12 series, Jesus on tour to spots we see His works unfold and today Deacon Harold shares what Jesus did in Nain. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 69:36-37
2025-10-23
Jesus & the Twelve on Tour: Ephraim
As we continue our Jesus & the 12 series, Jesus on tour to spots we see His works unfold and today Deacon Harold shares what Jesus did in Ephraim. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 60:8-10
2025-10-22
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
For Word of God Wednesday, Deacon Harold dives into the Sunday Mass Readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C and also looks at Soulful Psalm 60:4-7
2025-10-21
Jesus & the Twelve on Tour: Egypt
As we continue our Jesus & the 12 series, Jesus on tour to spots we see His works unfold and today Deacon Harold shares what Jesus did in Eqypt. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 56:11-14
2025-10-20
Jesus & the 12 on Tour: Bethany
Deacon Harold Starts his series on "Jesus & the 12 on Tour" looking at some of the stops Jesus went and the miracles and lessons we can learn from Bethany. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 106:24-27
2025-10-17
Saint Luke - Evangelis
St. Luke reminds us that the mystery of Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection always calls us to a new life. A new life requires us to let go of the old, just as faith requires that we surrender everything to God. Surrendering and 'letting go' is never easy, and we must look to Jesus as our example of what it means to make of gift of our life because it is in giving ourselves away that we truly find ourselves. Deacon Harold opens this up more today. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 56:8-10
2025-10-16
John Paul the Great
John Paul the Great gave us 7 key traits in his teaching that we can apply to our Catholic faith today. Deacon Harold breaks them down today. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 56:11-14
2025-10-15
29th Sunday in OT, Year C
Today Deacon Harold looks into the Sunday Mass readings for the 29th Sunday in OT, Year C for Word of God Wednesday. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 55:17-20
2025-10-14
Playlist Edition: Carry on Wayward Son
Today is another song from the Beacon of Truth Playlist as we look into the song Carry on Wayward Son by Kansas and also looking into Soulful Psalm 2:8-10
2025-10-13
Reclaiming Motherhood
Being a Mom is challenging but out Catholic faith can help us know we are leading our children God's way. Today Deacon Harold chats with Samantha Stephenson about reclaiming Motherhood and also looks into Soulful Psalm 42:12 | Reclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad helps Catholics to peel back societal assumptions to understand the fundamental misconceptions fueling our culture’s attacks on marriage, motherhood, and the family. Examining current practices in light of these faulty assumptions will empower women in their own motherhood and equip Catholics to combat the culture of confusion by boldly proclaiming God’s vision for our lives.
2025-10-10
God’s Blueprint for Happy Life-Love
Deacon Harold continues his series on "God's Blueprint" for our lives and also diving into Soulful Psalm 68:18-21
2025-10-09
Gender Ideology and Catholic Schools, Part Two
Deacon Harold continues more on the truth Sexual difference is thus one way that God reveals himself to us and through us and also looks into Soulful Psalm 89:29:33
2025-10-08
28th Sunday in OT, Year C
Today Deacon Harold looks into the Sunday Mass readings for the 28th Sunday in OT, Year C for Word of God Wednesday. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 136:19-23
2025-10-07
Gender Ideology & Schools, Part One
Sexual difference has profound significance for our earthly life; it is only through the union of male and female that new human beings come into existence. Deacon Harold expands more on the truth Sexual difference is thus one way that God reveals himself to us and through us and also looks into Soulful Psalm 119:37-40
2025-10-06
Stopping the Bleeding of Leaving the Church
A recent study has found an increase in the number of Americans Catholics leaving the Church. To combat the issue, the study’s authors suggest creating stronger community ties among Catholics, especially among children. Deacon Harold opens this up to help us stop the bleeding of leaving in the church. Also looking into Soulful Psalm 119:33-36