Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers is an internationally-renowned speaker, author, and preacher. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics
and Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Theological Studies Degree from the University of Dallas. He has appeared
as a guest on numerous international Catholic radio programs, and is the host or co-host of several popular series on the Eternal Word Television Network.
Deacon Harold, a Benedictine Oblate, is the author of the best-selling book, Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality, and the
acclaimed new book, Father Augustus Tolton: The Slave Who Became the First African American Priest. He is a member of the Fellowship of Catholic
Scholars and the Confraternity of Catholic Clergy. Most importantly, Deacon Harold is married to his lovely wife, Colleen, and they have four beautiful
children.
Listen
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Readings &, Resources
- Dn Harold’s website, deaconharold.com
- “A Catholic Response to Racism,” by Dn
Harold at Catholic World Report - “Can Catholics Support Black Lives Matter?” at
the Catholic News Agency - Deacon Harold on Ignition! (podcast)
- dynamicdeaconmarketing.com
Action Items
- We need to see past stereotypes and see people. We need to see past stereotypes and, instead, see the image and likeness of God in each other. We should
stop supporting media, individuals, and organizations that create, encourage, and perpetuate racist stereotypes, or who propose violence as a solution.
Racist ideologies create images that leave negative impressions on susceptible and vulnerable minds and hearts, especially those of children. - Reach out with compassion to those of different races and hear their stories, respond with empathy, and work with humble, contrite hearts to build
bridges of understanding in order to acknowledge the unique gifts we all bring to the Body of Christ. - We need to understand how police officers are trained. Go on a ride-a-long.
Resources from the Ruth Institute
- Christy Fitzgerald speaks on behalf of Reluctantly Divorced Parents, from the Ruth Institute’s 2019 Summit for Survivors of the Sexual Revolution:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F65WMGj4h1s