Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers – known around the world as the “Dynamic Deacon” – is one of the most sought-after speakers in the Church today. He is a powerful and
passionate evangelist and preacher, whose no-nonsense approach to living and
proclaiming the Catholic faith is sure to challenge and inspire those who hear him.
He travels across the United States and around the world speaking at conferences,
workshops, retreats, parish missions, high schools, and young adult events – in short, to
everyone who desires to know Jesus intimately and enjoy a deeper personal relationship
with Him. His areas of expertise include marriage and family life, discerning the will of
God, the sacraments, male spirituality, pro-life issues, evangelization, prayer, and many
others.
Deacon Harold 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 co-hosts the Eternal Word Television’s
Network’s popular radio program, “Morning Glory”, and the weekly broadcast “Living
Stones” on Mater Dei Radio. Deacon has also appeared as a guest on numerous other
national and international radio programs, including “Catholic Answers Live” and
“Vocation Boom Radio.”
In addition, he is the host or co-host of several popular series on EWTN television and is
featured on the award-winning Chosen faith formation program by Ascension Press.
Deacon Harold is the author of the best-selling book, Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision
of Male Spirituality, co-author of Ignite: Read the Bible Like Never Before, and has
written the acclaimed new book, Father Augustus Tolton: The Slave Who Became the
First African-American Priest.
Deacon Harold is featured on The Greatest Commandments: A 40-Week Spiritual
Journey for Married Couples, a vibrant marriage-enrichment program rooted in biblical
values and designed to help husbands and wives know God better, trust Him fully and
love Him completely throughout the course of their married lives.
Retaining a deep love of Benedictine spirituality which he gained during his time
discerning a call to that religious community, Deacon Harold is a Benedictine Oblate of
Mt. Angel Abbey. He is also a member of the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars and the
Confraternity of Catholic Clergy.
As the president and CEO of The Saint Joseph Center, Deacon Harold oversees that
nonprofit organization’s endeavors, which include hosting an international institute for
Catholic male spirituality, coordinating dynamic speaking tours and life-changing
retreats, and developing products and services that support family life.
Most importantly, he is married to his lovely wife, Colleen, and they have four beautiful
children. They live in Portland, Oregon, where Deacon Harold is assigned to Immaculate
Heart Catholic Church.
For more information on Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers please visit his website:
www.deaconharold.com