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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.
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Episodes
7th Sunday of Easter, Year A 13.05.2026 50:33
It's Word of God Wednesday so Deacon Harold is opening up the 7th Sunday of Easter, Year A readings for Sunday.
Our Life in Christ: The Ascension 12.05.2026 50:32
As living witnesses of this truth to the world, we must embody a spirituality that promotes devotion and active participation in the Eucharist where "grace is channeled into us. Deacon Harold opens up this discussion.
What Will Be Your Legacy? 11.05.2026 50:32
Deacon Harold challenges our faith today as he asked the question, "What Will Be Your Legacy?"
Marriage & Motherhood 08.05.2026 50:32
Kicking off Mother's Day Weekend with reflections and celebrations of Mom including Mother Angelica and Mother Mary. Deacon Harold shares how we can build a legacy of faith for our children and move on when Mom's gone.
Fr. Augustus Tolton Shrine 07.05.2026 50:30
Father Tolton overcame the odds of slavery, prejudice, and racism, to become a humble priest and someone after whom we should model our lives. Deacon Harold opens up more of his life as The Diocese of Springfield in Illinois is set to establish a shrine honoring Venerable Father Augustus Tolton — the first African American Catholic priest born in the U.S.
6th Sunday of Easter, Year A 06.05.2026 50:30
It's Word of God Wednesday so Deacon Harold is opening up the 6th Sunday of Easter, Year A readings for Mother's Day weekend.
How Does Jesus Accompany You? 05.05.2026 50:35
There’s a slightly cynical explanation people like to give when it comes to faith and age. People turn to God later in life, they say, because they’re getting closer to death. It sounds very convenient, but it doesn’t quite ring true. Deacon Harold looks into 5 Ways to invite God into your life more.
Living Our Faith with Confidence 04.05.2026 50:30
On today's show Deacon Harold talks to his listeners about the hardships of living our Catholic faith out in the open without fear.
For Your Marriage: Financial & Domestic 01.05.2026 50:30
Finanacial Support: Provision of the financial resources to house, feed, and clothe your family at a standard of living acceptable to each other, but avoiding travel and working hours that are unacceptable to both of you. Domestic Support. Creation of a home environment that offers a refuge from the stresses of life. Deacon Harold breaks these open to help in our marriages.
Playist Edition: Tears in Heaven 30.04.2026 39:30
Deacon Harold & Ace McKay cue up the playlist to talk about "Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton.
5th Sunday of Easter, Year A 29.04.2026 50:30
It's Word of God Wednesday so Deacon Harold is opening up the 5th Sunday of Easter, Year A readings for this weekend. Also looking at Soulful Psalm for this weekend.
St. Padre Pio 28.04.2026 50:31
Today Deacon Harold explores the wisdoms of St. Padre Pio and how we can apply it to our lives. Also he looks at the Soulful Psalm from today's Mass.
How Does Jesus Act in Your Life? 27.04.2026 50:31
Sometimes there are trials in our life, by God’s mysterious design, to bring us to greater things. The Lord permits these trials and difficulties for various reasons. But, if we are faithful, every trial is ultimately for our glory and the glory of God. Deacon Harold talks about how Jesus can and does affect our lives.
God’s Blueprint for a Happy Life: Theology of the Body 24.04.2026 50:33
There's a bigger spiritual reason why God commands us to 'not commit adultery'. Deacon Harold continues his series on God’s Blueprint for a Happy Life talking more about Theology of the Body.
Is the Revival of Faith Real? 23.04.2026 50:31
Many young people of this generation are still in school, and major universities across the country have seen record or near-record numbers of converts to the Catholic faith in the past year. Packed daily and Sunday Masses on campus speak for themselves. Deacon Harold takes a look at the next generation of Catholics.
4th Sunday of Easter 22.04.2026 50:16
It's Word of God Wednesday so Deacon Harold is opening up the 4th Sunday of Easter, Year A readings for this weekend. Also looking at Soulful Psalm for this weekend.
Priests & Deacons: Brother in Christ 21.04.2026 50:30
The sacrament of apostolic ministry comprises three degrees. Indeed “the divinely instituted ecclesiastical ministry is exercised in different degrees by those who even from ancient times have been called bishops, priests and deacons.” Deacon Harold breaks open this bond today.
What Virtues A.I. Can’t Replace 20.04.2026 50:31
Deacon Harold breaks open What Virtues A.I. Can’t Replace as we look into the future of our faith.
Mixing & Master Your Faith Pt. 2 17.04.2026 50:29
Deacon Harold continues his series of Mixing & Mastering our faith by challenging us to check our rhythm of life & relationships. Also looking into the Soulful Psalm from today's Mass.
Playist Edition: Man of Constant Sorrow 16.04.2026 50:26
Deacon Harold & Ace McKay cue up the playlist to talk about "Man of Constant Sorrow" from the Soggy Bottom Boys off the O' Brother Where are Thou? Soundtrack.
3rd Sunday of Easter, Year A 15.04.2026 50:24
It's Word of God Wednesday so Deacon Harold is opening up the 3rd Sunday of Easter, Year A readings for this weekend. Also looking at Soulful Psalm for this weekend.
The Catechism on Matrimony 14.04.2026 50:26
The Catholic Church’s teaching on marriage and sexuality is incredibly beautiful, offering a unified and powerful vision of love.
Does God Exist? 13.04.2026 50:27
And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, "You may freely eat of every tree of the garden; but of the tree of the knowledge (yada) of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall die (mavet)." Deacon Harold opens up about the proof of the existance of God as well as looking at the Soulful Psalms
Seeing Christ in the Poor 10.04.2026 50:28
There's the poor and then theirs the poor in spirit. We all have been there but how do we serve others like Christ in those moments. Deacon Harold opens up this challenge today and also looks at the Soulful Psalm from today's Mass.
Our Life in Christ: The Resurrection 09.04.2026 50:34
The evil one led you out of the earthly paradise of the Garden of Eden. I will not restore you to that paradise, but I will enthrone you in heaven. Deacon Harold continues his Our Life in Christ series today talking about the Resurrection and more from the Soulful Psalm from today's Mass.
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