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- [Christ in the Flesh — The Prophetic Certainty and the Great Denial](https://bereanbeacon.org/christ-in-the-flesh-the-prophetic-certainty-and-the-great-denial/) - “Every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist.” — 1 John 4:3 By Greg Bentley The most exact prophecy in all of Scripture concerning the coming of the Messiah in the flesh is found in Daniel 9:24–27. This seventy-week
- [A Catholic Couple is Born Again](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-couple-is-born-again/) - Jeff and Denise Carpenter were sincere Catholics until the Holy Spirit opened their eyes to the words of the scripture. They both came to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. Jeff is now a pastor in Rome, NY where he faithfully preaches the Gospel. Pastor Jeff and his wife clearly explain how being “born
- [What is the Ecumenical Movement?](https://bereanbeacon.org/what-is-the-ecumenical-movement/) - Prior to the Second Vatican Council held in Rome in 1962, all protestants were considered heretics by the Roman Catholic Church. After the council, the Vatican proclaimed that protestants were now “separated brethren” and a movement began to assimilate protestants back into the Catholic Church. This moment is now called the Ecumenical movement that is
- [Should I Marry a Catholic?](https://bereanbeacon.org/should-i-marry-a-catholic/) - Roman Catholic law requires mixed marriages to raise their children as Roman Catholics. Encouraging Catholics to marry non Catholics was actually a means of proselytizing by adding newborns into the Roman Catholic Church.
- [From Darkness to Light Larry Powers Memoirs](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-darkness-to-light-larry-powers-memoirs/) - Larry Power grew up in Clogh County Kilkenny Ireland. He was the eldest of twelve children. He did all that was expected of a Catholic youth, first confession to a priest followed by first communion. Then in his late teenage years his job brought him into contact will a man who knew about the Lord
- [A Catholic Marine](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-marine/) - Ralph DiCosimo a US Marine and Italian-American who valued honor, courage, and commitment and above all he was a stanch Catholic. Off the coast of Bosnia his courage and commitment remained the same, however the focus of his faith became personal and alive. This is an interesting video for those of you, who like Ralph,
- [Eastern Orthodoxy-Spiritual Life or Spiritual Death](https://bereanbeacon.org/eastern-orthodoxy-spiritual-life-or-spiritual-death/) - Eastern Orthodoxy teaches that man can attain salvation only through partaking what it calls “Sacred Mysteries.” They are also called “Sacred Sacraments.” Orthodoxy commands people to submit themselves to these mysteries that are performed on their behalf by the Orthodox Church. Indeed, Eastern Orthodoxy teaches that the only way to eternal life is through these
- [From Knight of Columbus to Soldier in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-knight-of-columbus-to-soldier-in-christ-2/) - A wonderful down to earth testimony of the life of Midwesterner Kirk Vitzhum. Kirk was raised on an Iowa farm in a devout Catholic family. Listen as former Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett, interviews Kirk on his life and trials trying to make sense of his Catholic teaching. Kirk eventually comes to true Biblical salvation, leaving
- [Vatican Control Through Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-control-through-civil-law/) - The Earth Charter and the United Religions Initiative are two instrumental pieces in the international networking of movements across the world that is leading to a one-world religion. Because of the Vatican’s worldwide authority through civil law and the number of Roman Catholic priests, nuns, and influential persons engaged in these movements (official sources remaining
- [The Christian Legacy of the Czech Republic](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-christian-legacy-of-the-czech-republic-2/) - The history and heritage of the Czech Republic as told by one of their own, Milos Solc. This little nation for many years contended single-handed against the Papacy the numerous armies and various nationalities. Such a conflict the Bohemians never could have sustained but for their true faith in God.
- [Former Catholic Priest Unplugged](https://bereanbeacon.org/former-catholic-priest-unplugged-2/) - Richard Bennett give a heart to heart talk revealing his amazing journey from the priesthood to true salvation in Christ found outside the church of Rome.
- [Evangelicals and Catholics Together: ECT](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-and-catholics-together-ect/) - In March 1994, a group of 20 leading Evangelicals and 20 leading Roman Catholics produced a document called Evangelicals and Catholics Together. ECT alleges that Catholics and Protestants share the same “gospel” and should work together! The two main instigators were Richard John Neuhaus, a prominent Roman Catholic priest, and Charles Colson, founder of Prison
- [Rome’s First Ecumenical Saint, John Henry Newman](https://bereanbeacon.org/romes-first-ecumenical-saint-john-henry-newman/) - Rome has honored John Henry Newman by placing him on the path to Catholic sainthood. He was infamous for betraying the English people by infiltrating the Church of England with secret Papal doctrines and practices that betrayed its historic roots in the Reformation. Fearing exposure of his betraying work, Newman fled the Church of England
- [The Excellence of Christ’s Priesthood and Rome’s Parody](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-excellence-of-christs-priesthood-and-romes-parody/) - After the Lord Jesus’ resurrection He is the sole sacrificial priest of the New Testament. He finished the work of our salvation by one sole offering. It is of utter importance to understand the fact that Christ Jesus alone is qualified to be the believer’s Priest. He alone had the absolutely unique qualifications of being
- [The Pentacostal Road to Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pentacostal-road-to-rome-2/) - The phenomena of what is called speaking in tongues continues to this day. The modern-day fallacy of “tongues” promotes the falsehood that someone who “speaks in tongues” is spiritually superior to one who does not engage in this practice. Richard Bennett and Greg Bentley expose this dreadful lie which continues as Pentecostal people work together
- [The Fiscal Cliff Crisis and the Catholic Socialist Offensive](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-fiscal-cliff-crisis-and-the-catholic-socialist-offensive/) - While the Global Financial Crisis is rocking the world’s economies, Biblical principles regarding how we live and provide for our families and societies are ignored. Instead, the nations of the world are taking their cue from the Roman Catholic Church that seeks to eliminate private property in favor of socialism. Popes well before Francis have
- [The Roman Catholic Church Promotes Islam and Accepts the Islamic Faith](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roman-catholic-church-promotes-islam-and-accepts-the-islamic-faith/) - For most of his Pontificate, Pope Francis has promoted Islam. Instead of warning people against the onslaught of Muslims across the world, Francis has left unaddressed Islamic persecution of European, Middle Eastern, and African people. Francis’s promotion of Islam is horrendous. The world is made quite aware of the negative influences upon societies as Muslim
- [Beyond Evolution and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/beyond-evolution-and-catholicism-2/) - Richard Bennett interviews former Roman Catholic, Dan Bentley. Dan shares his inner struggle with the Bibles account of creation which is found in the book of Genesis. The false evolutionary teachings endorsed by both the Roman Catholic Church and public schools kept this man away from Biblical salvation until he found the truth.
- [Ask a Priest: Do Catholic Priests Have True Power to Send Us to Hell?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-do-catholic-priests-have-true-power-to-send-us-to-hell-2/) - Many Roman Catholics live in fear of the perceived power that Roman Catholic priests have over them. Roman Catholic dogma teaches that priests are able to grant absolution for a person’s sins through sacraments. But do Catholic priest actually have real spiritual power over people? Former priest Richard Bennett discusses this issue.
- [Catholicism vs Biblical Faith- Questions and Answers](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-vs-biblical-faith-questions-and-answers-2/) - Former roman catholic priest, Richard Bennett, answers audience questions and gives a detailed comparison between Biblical Christian faith and the beliefs of Roman Catholics. The comparison is between the Bible and the 1994 catechism of the catholic church. Quite contrary indeed!!!!
- [Normal Christian Life and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/normal-christian-life-and-catholicism-2/) - Both the Christian life and the Catholic Church are based on some of the great essential truths of God’s revelation. The question therefore must be asked, is the Catholic Church normal Christian life? Richard Bennett addresses this basic and essential question in a one-hour presentation.
- [Catholicism vs Biblical Faith Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-vs-biblical-faith-part-1/) - Are Catholics Christian? Does the Bible contradict the teaching of the Catholic Church? Watch as former Dominican Catholic priest Richard Bennett goes into complete detail exposing these very obvious contradictions.
- [Conversation Between Two Former Priests](https://bereanbeacon.org/conversation-between-two-former-priests/) - Richard Bennett and Richard Cefalu, both formerly Roman Catholic Priest, discuss their love for the Scriptures and provide an insight into it’s life changing power. These men were thoroughly trained in all things Catholic and had even put into practice the doctrines of the Catholic Church yet never fully understood the true power of God.
- [Catholicism vs Biblical Faith Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-vs-biblical-faith-part-2-2/) - Are Catholics Christian? Does the Bible contradict the teaching of the Catholic Church? Watch as former Dominican Catholic priest Richard Bennett goes into complete detail exposing these very obvious contradictions.
- [Recent New Life In Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/recent-new-life-in-christ/) - Steve Visconti explains his conversion to new Life in Christ with a freshness and zeal that is quite remarkable. His glowing testimony shows the grace of the Lord. This interview with former priest Richard Bennett and Steve Visconti will help those who are recently saved out of Catholicism to understand the Lord’s promise, “I will
- [Immorality in the Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/immorality-in-the-priesthood/) - Richard Bennett contrasts the true priesthood of Jesus Christ with the masquerade of the Roman Catholic clergy. Do not trust Rome’s clergy!
- [How to get out of Purgatory](https://bereanbeacon.org/how-to-get-out-of-purgatory-2/) - Jesus willingly died for the believers sins; He died in our place to pay the debt that we could never pay. Who his own self bare the believers sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed (I Peter 2:24).
- [Ask a Priest: Why Do You Bash Catholics?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-why-do-you-bash-catholics-2/) - Many individuals believe that by exposing the doctrine or teachings of the Roman Catholic Church is a form of bashing Catholics. Former Catholic Richard Bennett answers this nagging question.
- [Frustrated in Catholicism Fulfilled in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/frustrated-in-catholicism-fulfilled-in-christ-2/) - Patricia Allen grew up in a strict Catholic family, doing all the required things of the Catholic Church, but had emptiness inside, and a longing to know who God really was. This carried into her adult life, until one day the Holy Spirit came and convicted her of sin, and by grace she believed on
- [The Blasphemous Roman Catholic Mass](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-blasphemous-roman-catholic-mass-2/) - We are joined on the show today (via Skype) by former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett of Berean Beacon. Richard served as a Catholic Priest for 22 years and spent 48 years in the Roman Catholic Church. Richard today shares with us his many years of research on the topic from the Roman Catholic Church’s
- [Beyond Drink and Drugs](https://bereanbeacon.org/beyond-drink-and-drugs-2/) - Tim Brown was born in 1953, and by the age of 14, and a Catholic boy, he was drinking weekly. Along with alcohol, by age 16 Tim was totally out of control and using drugs of all types. So it was for the next 20 years of his life, including his time in the military.
- [Jacqueline Kassar a Nun’s Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/jacqueline-kassar-a-nuns-story-2/) - Jacqueline Kassar spent twenty-two years as a nun in an enclosed convent dedicated to adoration, reparation, and suffering, trying to appease the wrath of God. She believed it was a nun’s calling to be a miniature savior of the world like unto Jesus Christ. Now, on camera, in her apartment into Brooklyn NY, she tells
- [A Labyrinth Way from the Convent to Life in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-labyrinth-way-from-the-convent-to-life-in-christ-2/) - This is the heartwarming life story of former Nun, Eileen Doran. Eileen was born to an Irish Catholic family in New Jersey. She had spent sixteen years of her life with the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. With great feeling she explains the labyrinth of ways in which she sought to be right with
- [Testimony of a Catholic Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/testimony-of-a-catholic-priest/) - Hear the trials and tribulations of a Roman Catholic Priest in his struggle to truly know he was going to heaven when he died and have a relationship with Jesus Christ. This 13 year struggle of Richard to know God in a real biblical way crosses 2 oceans, 2 continents and even 2 hemispheres. Watch
- [The Bible and Tradition by Richard Bennett and Bill Webster](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-bible-and-tradition-by-richard-bennett-and-bill-webster/) - What was the authority of faith for the first Christians in the early apostolic church? This question is critical to understanding the basis of God’s revelation for how He expects His people to live. Bill Webster discusses this important question in this interview with Richard Bennett. Christians throughout the centuries, along with the early church,
- [Testimony: A Bride of Christ Molested by a Lesbian](https://bereanbeacon.org/testimony-a-bride-of-christ-molested-by-a-lesbian/) - Former nun Mary Ann Pakiz with sensitivity and brutal honesty unveils the destructive lifestyle of the convent. She dispels the myth of the convent as a safe and serene sanctuary. Indeed, Mary Ann documents sexual molestation by lesbian sisters. These sad and disturbing truths should open many people’s eyes to the dangers of convent life.
- [Two Edged Truth: A Priest’s Journey from Rome to Christ and Why ECT Is Evil](https://bereanbeacon.org/two-edged-truth-a-priests-journey-from-rome-to-christ-and-why-ect-is-evil/) - With fervor, Richard Bennett exposes Catholic sacraments and looking within oneself for salvation. At the same time, he indicts the teachings of false Evangelicals who look within to a person’s decision for salvation. In the second 20-minute presentation, as a former Priest, Richard gives a 20-minute response to The Evangelicals and Catholics Together document. Since
- [The Perplexity of the Convent](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-perplexity-of-the-convent-2/) - This is the heartwarming life story of former Nun, Eileen Doran. Eileen was born to an Irish Catholic family in New Jersey. She had spent sixteen years of her life with the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. With great feeling she explains the labyrinth of ways in which she sought to be right with
- [The Meddling of Popes in Current Affairs](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-meddling-of-popes-in-current-affairs/) - One cannot exaggerate the Papacy’s deception, lust for power, and meddling in all areas of society. Richard Bennett shares sobering examples in modern history, including Rome’s collaboration with Nazis in the genocide in Croatia. Rome continues its powerful interference today.
- [The Dark Legacy of John Paul II](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-dark-legacy-of-john-paul-ii/) - We should mourn, not boast, about John Paul II. Richard Bennett gently but firmly describes the destructive legacy of this Pope and his false teaching. John Paul did much harm to darken the understanding of the Gospel both for Catholics and non-Catholics. His devotion to the manufactured Mary of Rome still produces negative consequences today.
- [Twice Converted Once Saved](https://bereanbeacon.org/twice-converted-once-saved-2/) - Former priest, Richard Bennett, interviews James Kohlhepp on the story of his two conversions. James was not born into a Catholic family but had decided to converted to Catholicism at a later age. Listen in and see just what happened that change this mans life eternally, when he was Biblically born again.
- [The Carnal Catholic](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-carnal-catholic-2/) - Interview with Bob Holmes, an ordinary Irish Catholic from Long Island. He shares how God transformed him from a double life of burglary and faithful Catholicism to true salvation in Jesus Christ alone.
- [Beholding the Glory of God by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/beholding-the-glory-of-god-by-richard-bennett-4/) - It is glorious to grasp even slightly the excellence of the glory of God. It is through this knowledge the Lord God graciously enlightens our minds, convicts our consciences, redeems our souls, and rejoices our hearts. The Lord God is the author of all this, but we are His instruments to personally understand His Glory
- [Does Peter have the Keys to Heaven?](https://bereanbeacon.org/does-peter-have-the-keys-to-heaven-2/) - For most Catholics, the authority of the Pope as derived from Peter is the main cornerstone of their faith. For others, it is the lifesaver to fall back on when all else fails. The Lord clearly stated that upon His divinity as “the Son of the living God,” and His role as the Messiah He
- [Richard Bennett’s Testimony](https://bereanbeacon.org/richard-bennetts-testimony-2/) - Former Roman Catholic priest Richard Bennett delivers his heart to heart testimony of true Biblical salvation apart from the Catholic Church. This is a story of many years of searching for truth and eventually leading to the authority of scripture and true Christianity.
- [The Original Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-original-early-church/) - The topic of who the early believers were, where they lived, and just what they taught is very important. We have great examples, specifically the Vaudois and Waldenses up to the pre-Reformation believers. In this video, Pastor W. J. Mencarow and Richard Bennett clearly document the actual historical facts. It is imperative to analyze these
- [The Cross and the Mass by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-cross-and-the-mass-by-richard-bennett-2/) - The Cross and the Mass” Former Catholic priest Richard Bennett shines the light of biblical truth on the Catholic mass. This video was made at John MacArthur’s Church during the ECFC (Ex Catholics for Christ) conference.
- [The Vatican’s Meddling in Marriage](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vaticans-meddling-in-marriage-2/) - Because the correct understanding of marriage is essential to life and many Catholics live with deep guilt regarding the Catholic laws on marriage, this video is particularly relevant. The Catholic Church does not recognize civil divorce as valid. Therefore without an annulment Catholics are forbidden from taking the Eucharist, which, after baptism, is the central
- [Lost in the Church – Secure in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/lost-in-the-church-secure-in-christ-2/) - The remarkable story of Mark and Trisha Parrent. Mark grew up in a devout Catholic family and faithfully served as an altar boy. Nevertheless, he sensed that something was missing in the emptiness of his ritualistic prayers. His wife Trisha was from a strict Polish Catholic background that took pride in Catholicism’s advancements in American
- [The Mass as a Sacrifice and The True Meaning of The Lord’s Supper](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mass-as-a-sacrifice-and-the-true-meaning-of-the-lords-supper/) - Christ Jesus suffered as the sacrificial Lamb of God to procure forgiveness of sin and everlasting life for His people. He has legally borne their sins and credited His perfection to them. Christ was the only perfect One that could do so; this is His glory. It shows forth the radiance of the Person of
- [Two-Edged Truth by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/two-edged-truth-by-richard-bennett/) - Part I: Former Catholic priest Richard Bennett shares his testimony exposing the emptiness of devout Catholicism, while also indicting false Evangelicalism in the ECT “Evangelicals & Catholics Together” document.
- [Who is Pope Benedict XVI?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-pope-benedict-xvi/) - As Cardinal, Benedict (formerly Joseph Ratzinger) headed up what had been the Inquisition and changed the name to The Holy Office of The Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith. He compiled the book, The New Catechism of the Catholic Church (1994) in which he declares his position in paragraph 882, “The Pope, Bishop of
- [The Mindset of Catholicism Permeating Evangelicalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mindset-of-catholicism-permeating-evangelicalism/) - Richard Bennett highlights the Catholic Church’s official teaching that people are spiritually wounded rather than being spiritually dead in trespasses and sins and in need of conviction and conversion. He shows how this same mindset has become the basis of the so-called gospel message in the New Evangelical movement and its churches. The Catholic mindset
- [The Foundations Under Attack](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-foundations-under-attack-2/) - Michael deSemlyen explains how Rome led by the Jesuits betrayed Britain and corrupted Protestant church leaders to compromise. The only hope for Britain (and America and the rest of the world) is to turn to the true and pure Gospel of Jesus Christ.
- [Newman’s Eucharist Devotion](https://bereanbeacon.org/newmans-eucharist-devotion/) - John Henry Newman was a double agent for Rome who helped to lead Anglicans into the Roman Catholic Church. After leaving the Church of England, Newman was ordained a Cardinal and posthumously canonized by Rome. One of his most serious errors was teaching the symbolic Lord’s Supper as if it were the Lord Himself. This
- [Lolly Harding a Former Catholic Medical Nun](https://bereanbeacon.org/lolly-harding-a-former-catholic-medical-nun/) - Lolly Harding was 13 years a Nun and was remarkably dealt with by the Lord and brought to Biblical faith from the Church of Rome. Richard Bennett interviewed her on her ranch in Del Rio Texas. A most interesting interview that is quite natural and very evangelistic. A great witness to Catholics.
- [Will Rome Overcome the Reformation? Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/will-rome-overcome-the-reformation-part-2-2/) - In this video presentation, former Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett give a detailed historical account of how the Roman Catholic Church has been systematically trying to overcome the work of God in the Great Reformation. This counter-reformation scheme is alive and well in our day leading all the way to modern day dispensation theology.
- [The Suppression of the Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-suppression-of-the-truth-2/) - The Suppression of the Truth is the title of a captivating interview that Richard Bennett did with Andy Mayfield. Andy explains vividly his transition from a life of drink and lifeless religion to the enjoyment of his relationship with the Lord in salvation. Andy really opens his heart to Catholics in this interview. He explains
- [The Curse of Dual Authorities](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-curse-of-dual-authorities/) - Richard Bennett, former Catholic priest, compares the 1994 Catholic Catechism of the Catholic Church with the Bible. Catholicism has two authorities for establishing truth, both catholic tradition and scripture both of which contradict each other, a curse to anyone seeking to know absolute truth.
- [Experiencing God through Deceitful Mysticism](https://bereanbeacon.org/experiencing-god-through-deceitful-mysticism/) - Professional deception and clever fraudulence are running rampant in mystical claims to experience God. Thus, the signature of Satan is seen in St. John of the Cross, Ignatius Loyola, Madame Guyon, Carl Jung, Richard Foster, and in such as Mother Teresa, Rick Warren, Brian McLaren, Leonard Sweet, Phyllis Tickle, and other deceivers of the Emerging
- [The Adulation of Man in the Purpose Driven Life](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-adulation-of-man-in-the-purpose-driven-life-2/) - Degrading the Gospel to a formulated, whispered prayer to find ones true self is part of what one discovers in Rick Warrens, The Purpose-Driven Life movement. Addressing a large group of pastors and Christian leaders at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London, Richard Bennett spoke with deep concern. He exposed the widespread movement that is afflicting
- [Slovakia and the Political Influence of the Catholic Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/slovakia-and-the-political-influence-of-the-catholic-church-2/) - Since the legal agreement, know as a concordat, between the Vatican and Slovakia in the year 2000, there have been serious problems for believers in Slovakia. In this interview with Richard Bennett, Jan Sichula, and Ivan Hlavanda, Slovakians explain what has happened, the repercussions, and what true believers in different nations should do in similar
- [The Pentecostal Road to Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pentecostal-road-to-rome/) - The phenomena of what is called speaking in tongues continues to this day. The modern-day fallacy of “tongues” promotes the falsehood that someone who “speaks in tongues” is spiritually superior to one who does not engage in this practice. Richard Bennett and Greg Bentley expose this dreadful lie which continues as Pentecostal people work together
- [True Polish Christian History](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-polish-christian-history-2/) - Very few people realize that Poland had a distinctive Christian history before Roman Catholicism took control of the nation in the late 16th century. In this interview, filmed in Poland, Richard Bennett and Peter Slomski gives a true account of Polish Christian history.
- [Roman Catholic Perspectives Pervade Evangelicalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholic-perspectives-pervade-evangelicalism/) - Richard Bennett highlights the Catholic Church’s official teaching that both scripture and tradition are to be honored equally. This mindset is now permeating Evangelical Churches with the introduction of physiology and various business and marketing techniques. Modern Charismatic expressions are also leading the way back to Roman Catholicism. Download
- [The Grace of God Brought a Nun to the True Jesus Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-grace-of-god-brought-a-nun-to-the-true-jesus-christ/) - Former Sister Mary Dolora now Mary Hertel contrasts Convent Life to salvation in Christ Jesus. This video is basic to understanding the meaning of life in a convent. Perfect for someone wishing to understand convent life and nuns.
- [Hazards Unfolded by the Emerging Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/hazards-unfolded-by-the-emerging-church/) - It is quite difficult to properly define the Emerging Church movement. The basic conviction behind the movement is that Christianity needs to be reinvented to become relevant to our postmodern generation. The group desires to make Christianity more appropriate for our time, such as regarding the environment. The Emerging Church leaders hold that the Bible
- [The Presuppositions of Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-presuppositions-of-catholicism/) - In this audio discussion Richard Bennett elaborates on the major presuppositions of the Roman Catholic Church. Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett hails from the Republic of Ireland and trained by the Jesuit priests in his early years. He received eight years of theological instruction and preparation for the priesthood with the Dominicans, completing his education
- [With a Love for Catholics](https://bereanbeacon.org/with-a-love-for-catholics/) - In this round table discussion, New Yorkers, Brian McLaughlin and Richard Wozniak speak about their lives as Catholics and their coming to personal dynamic faith in Christ Jesus outside the Church of Rome. Candor, sincerity, and compassion are the hallmarks of this interview hosted by Richard Bennett.
- [The Eucharist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-eucharist/) - According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the actual body (flesh), blood, and divinity of Jesus Christ is called down from heaven and miraculously transubstantiated into the Eucharistic wafers. The Holy Bible, however, is explicit concerning the return of Jesus Christ to this world.
- [Evangelicals Embark to Papal Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-embark-to-papal-rome-3/) - Several well respected and influential Evangelicals have compromised with the false gospel of the Roman Catholic Church. Michael de Semlyen and Richard Bennett make the presentation along with narration with Brian Haskin’s. We believe that what is required is biblical separation from those who have perverted the Gospel of Christ. Christians must first know the
- [Testimony of a Former Catholic Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/testimony-of-a-former-catholic-priest/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett shares his life story of coming to true Biblical salvation outside of the Catholic Church. His story covers many years of deep contemplation over the message of the scriptures and his trial as he compared the Bible with official Catholic teaching. Richard clearly shows the joy of the Lord
- [The Thundering Scot, John Knox](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-thundering-scot-john-knox/) - Historian Sinclair Horne is interviewed by former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. Both men discuss the amazing life and ministry of Scotland’s thundering reformer on location in Scotland.
- [Is John Paul II Truly Blessed in the Sight of God?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-john-paul-ii-truly-blessed-in-the-sight-of-god/) - When Pope John Paul II was alive, he traveled to many different nations of the world receiving a great deal of adulation and veneration. Since his death in 2005, he continued to be adored across the world. Soon, however, the Catholic Church officially designed the religious devotion. From May 1st 2011, the date of his
- [Rome’s Sex Scandals and the Glory of Christ’s Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/romes-sex-scandals-and-the-glory-of-christs-priesthood/) - Why is the Roman priesthood so corrupt and prone to sexual sin? Richard Bennett contrasts the corruption of Catholic priests with the purity of the Great High Priest Jesus Christ.
- [Lost in Catholicism, Found in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/lost-in-catholicism-found-in-christ-2/) - In this interview, Greg Bentley reveals the heavy burden laid upon his conscious as he sought refuge in religion. With the guilt of mortal sin and many failed attempts at trying to live the Catholic life, Greg never had the peace that passes all understanding, until Jesus became real in his life.
- [You are Peter: The Papal Claim to have the Authority of the Apostle PeterEstablishing the Authentic Gospel of Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/you-are-peter-the-papal-claim-to-have-the-authority-of-the-apostle-peterestablishing-the-authentic-gospel-of-christ/) - Pastor W. J. Mencarow, along with Richard Bennett, clearly documents the historical facts behind the Papal power pretensions. The Lord clearly stated that upon His divinity as “the Son of the living God,” and His role as the Messiah He is, in fact, the Rock on which His Church is built. Nonetheless, the Papacy declares
- [Is Eastern Orthodoxy Biblically Orthodox?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-eastern-orthodoxy-biblically-orthodox-2/) - Eastern Orthodoxy claims to be the truly original Christian church that has never deviated from the teachings of Christ and His apostles. Should we believe them? No! Richard Bennett contrasts the true gospel of Jesus Christ with the false living and teaching of Eastern Orthodoxy.
- [Can a Priest Forgive Sins?](https://bereanbeacon.org/can-a-priest-forgive-sins/) - A confessional is a small, enclosed booth used for the Sacrament of Penance, often called confession, or Reconciliation. It is the usual venue for the sacrament in the Roman Catholic Church. In the Catholic Church, confessions are only to be heard in a confessional or oratory, except for a just reason (1983 Code of Canon
- [Pope Francis Has a Gay Problem](https://bereanbeacon.org/light-and-darkness-3/) - Steve Matthews of the Trinity Foundation interviews Stuart Quint of the Berean Beacon about his article “Pope Francis Has a Gay Problem. It was on December 18, 2023, under the authority of Pope Francis, the Vatican’s Dicastery of the Doctrine of Faith issued a declaration called “Fiducia Supplicans: On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings.”Let not
- [Exposing the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/exposing-the-papacy/) - None, but the Lord God, could have described beforehand office of the Pope and Papacy. Man could never have anticipated the Papacy only God foretells it. That a power claiming to act for God, to be “as God,” in the midst of the Christian Church, flouting His truth and mocking His own Holiness, defies imagination.
- [Peter and the Rock by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/peter-and-the-rock-by-richard-bennett/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett analyzes the Catholic presupposition of Peter as the Rock. The linchpin of Catholic faith.
- [The Inquisition and The Torture Tools](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-inquisition-and-the-torture-tools/) - Most people have some knowledge of the holocaust. The 6 years of torture and atrocities that the Jews suffered under Hitler and the Nazis during the Second World War. While in no way downplaying the terrible events of the holocaust, such a massacre does not compare to the severity to the torture and murder that
- [An Overview of a Testimony by Richard Bennett Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-overview-of-a-testimony-by-richard-bennett-part-1/) - Richard Bennett give a heart to heart talk revealing his amazing journey from the priesthood to true salvation in Christ which he found outside the church of Rome.
- [From Polish Tradition to Biblical Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-polish-tradition-to-biblical-truth-2/) - Former Roman Catholic, Tony Dilego, discloses his deep roots in Polish Roman Catholic family tradition. Follow along as Tony shares his early years as a alter boy and his logical progression to Biblical Salvation, and finally setting aside all traditions to embrace the Word of God.
- [Reformation and Papal Inquisition](https://bereanbeacon.org/reformation-and-papal-inquisition/) - Richard Bennett give a historical account of the birth of the Roman Catholic Church, it’s establishment and growth using a forged document (the Donation of Constantine) and the eventual creation of the Catholic inquisition to eliminate bible believers.
- [Roman Catholic Perspectives Pervade Evangelicalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholic-perspectives-pervade-evangelicalism-2/) - Richard Bennett highlights the Catholic Church’s official teaching that both scripture and tradition are to be honored equally. This mindset is now permeating Evangelical Churches with the introduction of physiology and various business and marketing techniques. Modern Charismatic expressions are also leading the way back to Roman Catholicism.
- [Pope XVI Denounces True Christians](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-xvi-denounces-true-christians/) - The Pope’s denunciation of true Christian was carried across the world as a major news item on July 10-11, 2007. For example, the UK Times declared, “If it isn’t Roman Catholic then it’s not a proper Church, Pope tells Christians.” Other headlines were, “Vatican text angers Protestants” and “Pope Benedict XVI Detours Salvation Through Catholic
- [Questions and Answers by Richard Bennett Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/questions-and-answers-by-richard-bennett-part-2/) - Former Dominican priest Richard Bennett fields a question and answers session touching on key Biblical concepts that truly deflate Roman Catholic claims to Christianity.
- [The Biblical Uncovering of the Pope and the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-uncovering-of-the-pope-and-the-papacy-3/) - None, but the Lord God, could have described beforehand the office of the Pope and Papacy. Man could never have anticipated the Papacy only God foretells it. That a power claiming to act for God, to be “as God,” in the midst of the Christian Church, flouting His truth and mocking His own Holiness, defies
- [An Irishman Cuts Out the Middleman](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-irishman-cuts-out-the-middleman-2/) - In November 2010, Richard Bennett met John Callan, a Catholic man from Ireland. Richard explained to him our tract, “Are you right with God?” John told him that it all made great sense. He then returned to Ireland and after many telephone calls and emails he was truly saved. Then in November 2013, John desired
- [Why Did 50 Priests Leave the Roman Catholic Church?](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-did-50-priests-leave-the-roman-catholic-church/) - This Video reviews the moving testimonies of fifty priests who found their way, by the grace of God, out of the labyrinth of Roman Catholic theology and practice into the light of the gospel of Christ. This is not argumentative presentation. It is message of loving care.The love and concern felt by the former priests
- [Who Stokes the Woke](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-stokes-the-woke/) - And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world. Revelation 13:8 Who Stokes the Woke By Greg Bentley The Council on Inclusive Capitalism with the Vatican was making its world debut in December 2020
- [An Interview with a Former French Canadian Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-interview-with-a-former-french-canadian-priest/) - Former French Canadian, Roman Catholic Priest Jospeh Tremblay, is interviewed in Ireland. Jospeh shares his life story begging with his cherished memories of being raised in a devout Roman Catholic family in Quebec Canada. Inspired as an alter boy he went on to be schooled in Rome and eventual ordained into the priesthood. Although he
- [Will Rome Overcome the Reformation? Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/will-rome-overcome-the-reformation-part-1-2/) - In this video presentation, part 1, former Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett gives a detailed historical account of how the Roman Catholic Church has been systematically trying to overcome the work of God in the Great Reformation. This counter-reformation scheme is alive and well in our day leading all the way to modern day dispensation
- [A Catholic Priest is Biblically Saved](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-priest-is-biblically-saved/) - Richard Bennett clearly explains how, as a sincere Catholic Priest, that the Lord Jesus Christ triumphed over him. This is a condensed and concise review of his life and testimony of true salvation.
- [Testimony of New Believer in Christ Saved from Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/testimony-of-new-believer-in-christ-saved-from-rome/) - Steve Visconti explains his conversion to new Life in Christ with a freshness and zeal that is quite remarkable. His glowing testimony shows the grace of the Lord. This interview with former priest Richard Bennett and Steve Visconti will help those who are recently saved out of Catholicism to understand the Lord’s promise, “I will never leave
- [The Pontiff Has Fallen—And He Will Not Rise Again](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pontiff-has-fallen-and-he-will-not-rise-again/) - by Jeff Maples “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Matthew 7:21 The pontiff is dead. And no, the bells aren’t ringing in triumph—they’re tolling like a funeral dirge for a man whose soul now quakes before the
- [The Antichrist In Our Midst](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist-in-our-midst-2/) - With Pope Francis enthroned as Pontiff of Rome, it is time to ask, “Who is the Antichrist in our midst?” Pope Francis is called “the most holy Roman Pontiff” and the Vicar (substitute) of Christ.In this video, Richard Bennett, together with W. J. Mencarow, analyze the topic using scripture and history. The conclusion is that
- [A Medical Nun’s Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-medical-nuns-story/) - My first path in the journey of life was as a Catholic medical missionary nun for thirteen years. However, it was the calloused treatment of a drug-addicted nun/surgeon in the Catholic Medical Missionary Order that caused me, a dedicated nun, to become disillusioned. This is my story and the three torturous paths I took on my journey
- [Mysticism in the Emerging Church Matches Roman Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/mysticism-in-the-emerging-church-matches-roman-catholicism/) - Find out the Connections between the mysticism of the Emerging Church movement and Roman Catholic Mysticism. Are they the same. Is there a common source or is Emerging Church just drawing from Catholicism or is it possibly a branch of Catholicism? See the facts and quotes as Richard Bennett, a former Catholic Priest, reveals the
- [Do Catholic Priests Have Special Powers?](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-catholic-priests-have-special-powers-2/) - Richard Bennett, former Catholic priest for 22 years, reveals in depth the false claims of Rome for its priests. Instead, he points the viewer to the true Source of forgiveness in Jesus Christ alone. Richard also demonstrates that priests are souls in need of salvation themselves from the One true High Priest.
- [From Friar to Freedom in Christ – Hugh Farrell](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-friar-to-freedom-in-christ-hugh-farrell-2/) - Many years ago, when I decided to become a priest in the Roman Catholic Church, I wanted to walk with Christ. However, because I was born a Catholic, I believed that the Roman Catholic Church was the only true church and that outside of that faith it was almost impossible to be saved. Download
- [Why I Left the Monastery – Miguel Carvajal](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-i-left-the-monastery-miguel-carvajal-2/) - You and I have no doubt seen at one time or another a man dressed in a long black or white robe, walking along with his hands folded and with a serene expression on his face. Our first thought may have been that we were looking at a “ god, dressed like a man,” to
- [Confession to a Priest Is Not Necessary for God’s Forgiveness](https://bereanbeacon.org/confession-to-a-priest-is-not-necessary-for-gods-forgiveness-2/) - A person who is Catholic is taught to look for forgiveness by confessing his or her sins to a priest. Papal Rome’s insistence that her people confess is seen in her official teaching in the Catholic Catechism, paragraph 983, “Priests have received from God a power that he has given neither to angels nor to
- [Confession to a Priest Is Not Necessary for Gods Forgiveness](https://bereanbeacon.org/confession-to-a-priest-is-not-necessary-for-gods-forgiveness/) - A person who is Catholic is taught to look for forgiveness by confessing his or her sins to a priest. Papal Rome’s insistence that her people confess is seen in her official teaching in the Catholic Catechism, paragraph 983, “Priests have received from God a power that he has given neither to angels nor to
- [Biblical revival](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-revival/) - Gods grace in the glory of Christ Jesus is superabundant. Should we not expect to be touched by it in true revival in our day even with the apostasy that is so evident in our day? This is so because the Lord Jesus remains the Anointed One. His purpose as our Mediator continues. On the
- [Testimony of Salvation Former Catholic Priest 3 Decades](https://bereanbeacon.org/testimony-of-salvation-former-catholic-priest-3-decades/) - Former priest Richard Bennett gives a update of his life story of the latest news of the miracles God has performed in his life since the last time he shared his testimony. It is a heartwarming and powerful account of what God can do for you if you will only listen to God. If you are seeking answers from God
- [Does Peter have the Keys to Heaven?](https://bereanbeacon.org/does-peter-have-the-keys-to-heaven/) - For most Catholics, the authority of the Pope as derived from Peter is the main cornerstone of their faith. For others, it is the lifesaver to fall back on when all else fails. The Lord clearly stated that upon His divinity as “the Son of the living God,” and His role as the Messiah He
- [The Pope’s Visit to Australia](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-popes-visit-to-australia/) - Richard Bennett analyzes the historic visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Australia. In this presentation Richard encourages Evangelical Christians to stand in opposition of this man assuming the role of Vicar of Christ.
- [Breaking the Grip of Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/breaking-the-grip-of-catholicism-2/) - Many Catholics live under the fearful grip that the teaching of the priests and nuns have had on their lives. Many thousands of Catholics have experienced a death hold by believing the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church that there is no salvation outside the Roman church. Thousands have attempted to contact dead saints, having
- [Satanic Catholic Mysticism and the Emerging Church Movement](https://bereanbeacon.org/satanic-catholic-mysticism-and-the-emerging-church-movement/) - Find out exactly what is behind Catholic mysticism and how is it connected to the Emergent church moment? Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett breaks down the deceptive veil to expose the false teaching of the Emerging Church. Download
- [The Parallel of Mary To Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-parallel-of-mary-to-jesus/) - In spite of the Biblical truth, “My glory will I not give to another,” the Church of Rome constructs a parallel of Mary to Jesus, and even of Mary to the Holy Spirit. The Catholic teaching consistently declares that attributes and offices of the Lord Christ Jesus are applicable to Mary. Download
- [Catholic Political Coercion Through Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-political-coercion-through-civil-law-2/) - Catholic Political Coercion is what the Catholic Church thrived on for many years throughout the Middle Ages. Although her methods have changed, her goals have never changed. Her ability to grow in strength and numbers was and still is in proportion to her legal agreements (concordants) with other nations throughout the world. This video with
- [A Catholic Marine – Ralph DiCosimo](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-marine-ralph-dicosimo/) - US Marine Ralph DiCosimo valued honor, courage, and commitment; on top of this he was a stanch Catholic. Off the coast of Bosnia his courage and commitment remained the same, however the focus of his faith became personal and alive, bearing good fruit. This is an interesting interview, straight from the shoulder, with a candor and a clarity that
- [A Priest, but a Stranger To God – Joseph Tremblay](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priest-but-a-stranger-to-god-joseph-tremblay-2/) - Joseph Tremblay grew up in the Roman Catholic city of Quebec, Canada. He was trained for the priesthood and eventually worked as a Catholic missionary overseas. One day while listening to a gospel message on the radio in South America, Joseph embraced the true Gospel of grace. It was in fulfillment of the scripture that
- [Exposing Pope Francis and the Roman Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/exposing-pope-francis-and-the-roman-church-2/) - Not only does the Roman system conceal its own wickedness, it exalts the glory that the world gives to Pope Francis, truly amazing as the world wonders after him. That man of sin that claims to be the Holy Father and Head of the Lord’s Church mocks our Lord and our Heavenly Father. The exposing
- [A Priests Story on Location by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priests-story-on-location-by-richard-bennett/) - Hear Richard Bennett, former Catholic priest of 22 years, tell his story on site in his native Ireland. He talks of his home, the schools, and the church where God began to draw him from darkness into the marvelous light of the Gospel of Grace. His witness to the Lord’s mercy tenderly reveals God’s love
- [The Antichrist Unveiled](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist-unveiled-2/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett, proves that the Papacy is the Antichrist. Standing with all the major Reformers, all the Reformed and Puritan confessions (& covenants), the King James Version translators and the best Reformation churches, this lecture upholds the classic Protestant view of prophecy (Historicism), adding insights gained over many years of training, study and
- [A Priest Story – Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priest-story-richard-bennett/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett shares his life story of coming to true Biblical salvation outside of the Catholic Church. His story covers many years of deep contemplation over the message of the scriptures and his trial as he compared the Bible with official Catholic teaching. Richard clearly shows the joy of the Lord as he
- [Catholic Political Coercion Through Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-political-coercion-through-civil-law/) - Catholic Political Coercion is what the Catholic Church thrived on for many years throughout the Middle Ages. Although her methods have changed, her goals have never changed. Her ability to grow in strength and numbers was and still is in proportion to her legal agreements (concordants) with other nations throughout the world. This video with
- [From Knight of Columbus to Soldier in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-knight-of-columbus-to-soldier-in-christ/) - Kirk Vitzhum was raised on an Iowa farm in a devout Catholic family. In this interview Kirk gives details of his life and how he came to true biblical salvation. Kirk had been a member of the world’s largest Catholic lay organization to advance Catholicism, the Knights of Columbus. His departure from the Knights of Columbus is quite interesting. Download
- [A Catholic Priest Born From Above](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-priest-born-from-above/) - Hello, my name is Henry Nowakowski. Let me tell you my life story.[1] I was born two years before the outbreak of WW II. Mind you, like everyone else, I had no say whatsoever as to when I would be born, where I would be born, to whom I would be born. No, the Creator
- [Reaching Roman Catholics with the Love of Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/reaching-roman-catholics-with-the-love-of-christ/) - Reaching Catholics with the Lords love. This topic was presented by Richard Bennett during a evangelistic outreach in the town hall of Stornoway, Scotland on the Isle of Lewis. The Message expresses his deepest desire to give the correct Gospel message to precious Catholic people. Download
- [The Anointing of the Sick](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-anointing-of-the-sick/) - Richard Bennet a former Roman Catholic Dominica priest of 22 years unravels the Biblical meaning of the anointing of the sick compared to that of the Roman Catholic Sacraments of healing. Download
- [Catholicism vs Biblical Faith Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-vs-biblical-faith-part-2/) - Are Catholics Christian? Does the Bible contradict the teaching of the Catholic Church? Watch as former Dominican Catholic priest Richard Bennett goes into complete detail exposing these very obvious contradictions. Download
- [Catholic Presupositions](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-presupositions/) - Former Dominican Priest, Richard Bennett addresses the primary catholic presuppositions that negatively influence catholic people from getting beyond deception and into the light of God’s word. Download
- [A Priest Asks God for Grace – Charles Berry](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priest-asks-god-for-grace-charles-berry-2/) - While baby-sitting for a Protestant neighbor, I chanced to read a booklet on the subject of “Hell and Eternal Punishment” and was convinced, as I am at this moment, of the terrible reality of hell. Determined that my first obligation was to find a way of drawing closer to God, I entered deeply into Catholic
- [Normal Christian Life and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/normal-christian-life-and-catholicism/) - Both the Christian life and the Catholic Church are based on some of the great essential truths of God’s revelation. The question therefore must be asked, is the Catholic Church normal Christian life? Richard Bennett addresses this basic and essential question in a one-hour presentation. Download
- [Exposing the Pope and Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/exposing-the-pope-and-papacy/) - None, but the Lord God, could have described beforehand office of the Pope and Papacy. Man could never have anticipated the Papacy only God foretells it. That a power claiming to act for God, to be “as God,” in the midst of the Christian Church, flouting His truth and mocking His own Holiness, defies imagination.
- [An Interview with a Former Jesuit Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-interview-with-a-former-jesuit-priest/) - Former Jesuit Priest Bob Bush is interview by former Dominican Priest Richard Bennet. The men discuss infant baptism, the gift of faith in salvation and a variety of other difficult topics. Bob gives his personal testimony of true Biblical salvation and exposes the conflict caused by contrasting authorities, the Bible and tradition. You can hear
- [The Way Made Clear – Joseph Cherucheril](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-way-made-clear-joseph-cherucheril-2/) - After years of traveling a road set before me from birth, the words of Jesus Christ taken from John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth and the life” put me on a completely new path. My life has been eternally changed and the darkness of deception has been turned to the light of uncompromising
- [Evangelicals Embark to Papal Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-embark-to-papal-rome-2/) - Several well respected and influential Evangelicals have compromised with the false gospel of the Roman Catholic Church. Michael de Semlyen and Richard Bennett make the presentation along with narration with Brian Haskin’s. We believe that what is required is biblical separation from those who have perverted the Gospel of Christ. Christians must first know the
- [The Alarming Genius of the Vatican Papal System](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-alarming-genius-of-the-vatican-papal-system-2/) - This is a reading of the article written by Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. The article addresses the background and structure of the Roman Catholic Church Biblical. Historical analysis of the Papal system is required so that its influence can be prevented. Download
- [Christ Alone is the Way – Henry Gregory Adams](https://bereanbeacon.org/christ-alone-is-the-way-henry-gregory-adams-2/) - I was told that by becoming a monk and priest, I could avoid sin and be more certain of my salvation. Because I was sincerely seeking salvation, I entered the Bacillin Order of monks, received the long black robe and an adopted monastic name of “Saint Hilarion the Great,” and made my vows. What great
- [Catholic Teaching in the Light of Scripture](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-teaching-in-the-light-of-scripture/) - Richard Bennett a former Catholic Priest makes the hard contrast between official Roman Catholic teaching and the Holy Word of God found in the Bible. Download
- [Do Catholic Priests Have Special Powers?](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-catholic-priests-have-special-powers/) - Richard Bennett, former Catholic priest for 22 years, reveals in depth the false claims of Rome for its priests. Instead, he points the viewer to the true Source of forgiveness in Jesus Christ alone. Richard also demonstrates that priests are souls in need of salvation themselves from the One true High Priest. Download
- [The Foundations Under Attack](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-foundations-under-attack/) - Michael deSemlyen explains how Rome led by the Jesuits betrayed Britain and corrupted Protestant church leaders to compromise. The only hope for Britain (and America and the rest of the world) is to turn to the true and pure Gospel of Jesus Christ. Download
- [Free Indeed – The Testimony of former Priest Sandy Carson](https://bereanbeacon.org/free-indeed-the-testimony-of-former-priest-sandy-carson/) - From childhood to age forty-four, seventeen years as a Roman priest (1955-1972), the Roman Catholic Church had been the pillar of truth to me, and my infallible guide to God. This “pillar of truth,” the Roman Church, was not constructed solely of the infallible Scriptures, but also constructed of man’s “traditions” apart from Scripture, which
- [The Carnal Catholic](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-carnal-catholic/) - Former Roman Catholic, Bob Holmes, discusses his life growing up in suburban America. His life story is very similar to many living in middle class America. Catholic people existing with a conscience dulled towards the true things of God. Bob reveals the vast differences in his life when he experienced biblical salvation. Download
- [Ask a Priest: Do Catholic Priests Have True Power to Send Us to Hell?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-do-catholic-priests-have-true-power-to-send-us-to-hell/) - Roman Catholic dogma teaches that priests are able to grant absolution for a person’s sins through sacraments. But do Catholic priest actually have real spiritual power over people? Former priest Richard Bennett discusses this issue. Download
- [The Biblical Uncovering of the Pope and the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-uncovering-of-the-pope-and-the-papacy-2/) - Recorded at Templepatrick Reformed Church in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Richard delivers his message uncovering the Pope and the Papacy. None, but the Lord God, could have described beforehand the office of the Pope and Papacy. Man could never have anticipated the Papacy only God foretells it. That a power claiming to act for God, to
- [Are Catholics Christian?](https://bereanbeacon.org/are-catholics-christian/) - The Catholic Church presupposes itself to be Christian. Nothing could be farther from the truth; yet, the Catholic Church has presented and promoted herself in that guise particularly since the close of the Second Vatican Council in 1965. Download
- [Saved by the Free Grace of God – Robert V. Julien](https://bereanbeacon.org/saved-by-the-free-grace-of-god-robert-v-julien-2/) - But why did I leave the Roman Catholic Church and her priesthood? People have asked me that question, and I have answered them in this fashion, “Because God told me to leave it.” I tell no lie. God did not speak to me in an audible voice. He spoke to me through His written Word
- [The Cunning Genius of the Vatican Papal System](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-cunning-genius-of-the-vatican-papal-system/) - The background of the structure of the Catholic Church is alarming, an exposure of its system is essential. Biblical and historical analysis of the Papal system is required so that its influence can be prevented. Download
- [The Damnable Presuppositions of Dispensationalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-damnable-presuppositions-of-dispensationalism/) - By Richard Bennett But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. 2 PETER 2:1 In 2011, Richard Bennett exposed contemporary and ongoing threats to the five solas
- [A Priest’s Story of Conversion to Christ on Location](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priests-story-of-conversion-to-christ-on-location/) - Richard Bennett gives a very detailed account of his life story and family history interwoven with his conversion to Biblical faith and true salvation. Download
- [Life After the Catholic Priesthood – Dominic Stockford](https://bereanbeacon.org/life-after-the-catholic-priesthood-dominic-stockford-2/) - It had never occurred to me that I would serve God in an “ordained” capacity, and it certainly never occurred to me that “I would come close to God simply through repentance and belief.” The only understanding of being faithful that I had was from the Catholic Church, and church meant doing works, attending Sunday
- [The Christian Legacy of the Czech Republic](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-christian-legacy-of-the-czech-republic/) - The history and heritage of the Czech Republic as told by one of their own, Milos Solc. This little nation for many years contended single-handed against the Papacy the numerous armies and various nationalities. Such a conflict the Bohemians never could have sustained but for their true faith in God. Download
- [The Blasphemous Roman Catholic Mass](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-blasphemous-roman-catholic-mass/) - Paul Flynn and former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett of Berean Beacon candidly discuss what the Bible say about the mass? Does it honor or dishonor God? What is the truth about the presence of Christ in the sacrament? How can a man have communion with God? Download
- [How to get out of Purgatory](https://bereanbeacon.org/how-to-get-out-of-purgatory/) - Jesus willingly died for the believers sins; He died in our place to pay the debt that we could never pay. Who his own self bare the believers sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed (I Peter 2:24). How devastating
- [Fifty Years in the Church of Rome – Charles Chiniquy](https://bereanbeacon.org/fifty-years-in-the-church-of-rome-charles-chiniquy-2/) - Charles P. Chiniquy (30 July 1809 – 16 January 1899) was a French Canadian Catholic priest who left the Roman Catholic Church after coming to true Biblical salvation. As a Catholic Priest he had established a Catholic colony in St. Ann Illinois later converting his parish to a Presbyterian Church. He rode the lecture circuit
- [Catholic Sacraments: A Ruthless Trafficking in Human Souls](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-sacraments-a-ruthless-trafficking-in-human-souls/) - Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint give a detailed analysis of the pitfalls of the Roman Catholic sacraments that pose as a snare for the human soul. Download
- [Pope Francis shows his true colors](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-shows-his-true-colors-2/) - Francis is the first Jesuit Pope (the Jesuits were the primary tool used by the Catholic Church during the Spanish Inquisition to persecute and murder tens of thousands of true believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. Download
- [To Follow Jesus Without Compromise – Victor J. Affonso](https://bereanbeacon.org/to-follow-jesus-without-compromise-victor-j-affonso-2/) - Political saviors like Gandhi and Nehru had failed in giving true freedom and justice to India’s poor majority. Murder and divisions assailed “independent” India, and so it still is today. All the social works were but a few drops of water in a desert. Yet, there was still one solution left: The words of Jesus
- [Life from Sacraments or Life from Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/life-from-sacraments-or-life-from-christ/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett gives a detailed account of the process in which a catholic person is taught how to receive the grace of God by actively participating in physical church sacraments and how the scripture shows a sharp contrast in true biblical Salvation. Catholics are taught that you earn Gods grace as you participate
- [Pope Francis a Man of Peace or Man of Distruction!](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-a-man-of-peace-or-man-of-distruction/) - Pope Francis has been acting as the spokesman for a new initiative in global peacemaking. However, Francis while acting as a spiritual leader is factually establishing his own political agenda.Thus, as Pope Francis attempts to captivate world attention as the Man of Peace, he is revealed to be an impostor. Download
- [Pope Francis Has a Gay Problem](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-has-a-gay-problem-2/) - Steve Matthews of the Trinity Foundation interviews Stuart Quint of the Berean Beacon about his article "Pope Francis Has a Gay Problem. It was on December 18, 2023, under the authority of Pope Francis, the Vatican’s Dicastery of the Doctrine of Faith issued a declaration called “Fiducia Supplicans: On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings.”Let not
- [Did the Roman Catholic Church Really Give Us the Bible](https://bereanbeacon.org/did-the-roman-catholic-church-really-give-us-the-bible/) - Catholic apologists claim that the Roman Catholic Church produced the Holy Bible. Who really gave us the Bible? Was it passed down from Christians of old or was it given to us through the Roman Catholic religion? Hear the answer from former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. Download
- [The key to Pope Francis’s Jesuit Identity](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-key-to-pope-franciss-jesuit-identity/) - Amidst mystery and adulation, and indeed hero worship of Pope Francis, there is a key that reveals his character. The secret lies in his own practices and is not hidden except in plain view… The secret is his Jesuit Spiritual Exercises; i.e., which is Pope Francis’ system for teaching people how to conduct their own spiritual
- [Do Roman Catholics Possess Life Eternal?](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-roman-catholics-possess-life-eternal/) - Richard is joined in studio by Pastor Bill Mencarow of Reformation Church Texas. A Christian’s relationship with God the Father is a crucial topic. Jesus Christ declared, “And this is life eternal, that they might know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom Thou hast sent. Download
- [Who is the Holy Father? Is it God or is it the Pope in Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-the-holy-father-is-it-god-or-is-it-the-pope-in-rome/) - “Who truly is your Holy Father?” A Christian’s relationship with the Holy Father is crucial. Thus, Jesus Christ prayed, “Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.” Nevertheless, the Vatican both teaches a different gospel and claims a successive chain of 266
- [Catholicism vs Biblical Faith- Questions and Answers](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-vs-biblical-faith-questions-and-answers/) - Former roman catholic priest, Richard Bennett, answers audience questions and gives a detailed comparison between Biblical Christian faith and the beliefs of Roman Catholics. The comparison is between the Bible and the 1994 catechism of the catholic church. Quite contrary indeed!!!! Download
- [Former Catholic Priest Unplugged](https://bereanbeacon.org/former-catholic-priest-unplugged/) - Richard Bennett give a heart to heart talk revealing his amazing journey from the priesthood to true salvation in Christ found outside the church of Rome. Download
- [Rescued by the Grace of God – Cuthbert Dzingirai](https://bereanbeacon.org/rescued-by-the-grace-of-god-cuthbert-dzingirai-2/) - Painful yoga, endless meditation before candles, hours of labor, empty fasts and undue emphasis on community life that diminished individuality, made me realize that I had joined one of the strictest religious orders for priests. When I joined the order, I was not aware of the differences between secular and regular clergy in the Roman
- [God’s Merciful Grace: Before and After My Life as a Priest – J. Ernest Fresques](https://bereanbeacon.org/gods-merciful-grace-before-and-after-my-life-as-a-priest-j-ernest-fresques-2/) - As a child, I considered the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as my basic standard of morality. My relationship to my Creator depended on them—or so I was told. The message I received was that I was all right with God as long as I was all right with the Church. Download
- [Alignment of New Evangelicals With Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/alignment-of-new-evangelicals-with-apostasy/) - A clear call to biblical separation from Rome and “Protestants” who teach and practice Roman Catholic doctrine. Richard Bennett as a former Roman catholic priest demonstrates the advantage he has in rebuking wayward Protestants as they fall into Romish errors regarding salvation. Focusing on the backsliding of men like Chuck Colson, J.I. Packer, John Stott,
- [The First Martyrs of the Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-first-martyrs-of-the-reformation/) - This video features Historian Sinclair Horne as interviewed by Richard Bennett. Patrick Hamilton and George Wishart were the first martyrs in Scotland. Their lives and their martyrdom were the trigger to set the Reformation on the right course in Scotland and later across the world. The program was made on location at two historical settings
- [The Certainty of the Written Word](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-certainty-of-the-written-word/) - The Lord Jesus Christ, in His great high priestly prayer, declared clearly the truth of God’s Word. He said, “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.” God’s Word not only contains the truth but rather it is truth itself. The Lord Himself therefore identified truth with the Written Word. There is no source, other than written Scripture
- [We ought to obey God rather than men-God’s grace in the life of a priest – Nino Tirelli](https://bereanbeacon.org/we-ought-to-obey-god-rather-than-men-gods-grace-in-the-life-of-a-priest-nino-tirelli-2/) - Dear brothers, sisters, and friends; in gratitude and praise to the Triune God, and in the joy of our salvation freely granted through the Blood of the Lamb, I rejoice in this opportunity to present my testimony to you, as I remember His promise: “Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess
- [Is Eastern Orthodoxy Biblically Orthodox?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-eastern-orthodoxy-biblically-orthodox/) - Eastern Orthodoxy claims to be the truly original Christian church that has never deviated from the teachings of Christ and His apostles. Should we believe them? No! Richard Bennett contrasts the true gospel of Jesus Christ with the false living and teaching of Eastern Orthodoxy. Download
- [True and False Worship – The Cross or the Mass](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-and-false-worship-the-cross-or-the-mass/) - In this compassionate and compelling message, former Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett, outlines the false worship that takes place in the Roman Catholic mass. The sharp contrast between the true message of Jesus death on the cross and the man-made sacrifice of the mass will come into focus. Download
- [Absolute Biblical Truth Opposed by Roman Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/absolute-biblical-truth-opposed-by-roman-catholicism-2/) - The Lord Jesus Christ promised the Apostles, “when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth.” “All truth” signifies all revealed truth, which is recorded in the written Word. God’s truth is an indissoluble, balanced and harmonious whole. In the Bible we have “all truth.” This is clearly understood by inference in the last
- [Glory of Christ’s Priesthood Contrasted With the Immorality of the RC Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/glory-of-christs-priesthood-contrasted-with-the-immorality-of-the-rc-priesthood/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett, takes an inside look at the causes for the corruption of the RC priesthood. He carefully demonstrates why this demonic system (1 Tim. 4:1-5) inevitably leads to the sexual scandals that have always plagued Romanism — including pedophilia, homosexuality, adultery, fornication and more. These sins also flourish at Romanist
- [Will we Remember the Reformers](https://bereanbeacon.org/will-we-remember-the-reformers/) - ... Download
- [The Heritage of the Reformation for the Present Time](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-heritage-of-the-reformation-for-the-present-time-2/) - The Heritage of the Reformation is essential to our present time. Former Dominican Priest, Richard Bennett presents this heritage with fervor If you want revival, you ought to first seek the principles of Scripture as rediscovered at the Reformation. If personally, and in your church, you return to the foundational authority of Scripture alone, deeply
- [From a Catholic Hippie to a Baptist Preacher](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-a-catholic-hippie-to-a-baptist-preacher/) - Bill Calabretta’s story is captivating. While totally a hippie in dress and life style, he had no problems with Catholicism, even interacting with devout Catholic priests. As he explains, his state of affairs was that outwardly he reeked in clothing and behavior, and inwardly, his thoughts and desires were sinful and corrupt. Download
- [Pope Francis Has a Gay Problem](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-has-a-gay-problem/) - By Stuart Quint “Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be
- [The Thundering Scott John Knox](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-thundering-scott-john-knox/) - Historian Sinclair Horne is interviewed by former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. Both men discuss the amazing life and ministry of Scotlands thundering reformer. Download
- [The Catholic Inquisition and The Torture Tools](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-catholic-inquisition-and-the-torture-tools/) - Most people have some knowledge of the holocaust. The 6 years of torture and atrocities that the Jews suffered under Hitler and the Nazis during the Second World War. While in no way downplaying the terrible events of the holocaust, such a massacre does not compare to the severity to the torture and murder that
- [Ask a Priest: Various Questions about Catholicism from a Biblical Perspective](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-various-questions-about-catholicism-from-a-biblical-perspective/) - Former Dominican priest Richard Bennett fields a question and answers session touching on key Biblical concepts that truly deflate Roman Catholic claims to Christianity. Download
- [Live on the radio](https://bereanbeacon.org/live-on-the-radio/) - A live broadcast recording of an interview between Larry Phillips and former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. Download
- [The Antichrist in our midst](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist-in-our-midst/) - Richard Bennett, together with W. J. Mencarow, analyze the topic “Who is the Antichrist in our midst?” using both scripture and history. The conclusion is that only the Lord God could have described beforehand the office of the Papacy of the Roman Catholic Church. That a power claiming to act for God, yet flouting His
- [The Pope is the Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pope-is-the-antichrist/) - Stuart Quint asks former Roman Catholic Dominican Priest, Richard Bennett, why do you call the Pope the Antichrist? Download
- [Frustrated in Catholicism Fulfilled in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/frustrated-in-catholicism-fulfilled-in-christ/) - “Patricia Allen grew up in a strict Catholic family, doing all the required things of the Catholic Church, but had emptiness inside. Patricia had longing to know who God really was. This carried into her adult life, until one day the Holy Spirit came and convicted her of sin, and by grace she believed on
- [The Authentic Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-authentic-early-church/) - The topic of who the early believers were, where they lived, and just what they taught is very important. We have great examples, specifically the Vaudois and Waldenses up to the pre-Reformation believers. Pastor W. J. Mencarow and Richard Bennett clearly document the actual historical facts. Download
- [Historical facts from the Reformation to Modern times](https://bereanbeacon.org/historical-facts-from-the-reformation-to-modern-times/) - History is of supreme importance as it is the storehouse of lessons comprehended from the past. Pastor W. J. Mencarow along with Richard Bennett clearly document the actual historical facts of following the Reformation. Since the Papacy has not only attempted to reverse the influence of the Reformation, but also to rewrite history, it is
- [Pope Environmental Megalomaniac – World control – Climate Change – Nightmare!](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-environmental-megalomaniac-world-control-climate-change-nightmare/) - Richard Bennett breaks down the latest move by Pope Francis to control the world through Environmental law and how it fits into the history of the Papal system. Biblical and historical analysis of the Papal system is required so that its influence can be prevented. It is utterly important to remember that “those who do
- [Antichrist: The Key to Pope Francis’s Identity](https://bereanbeacon.org/antichrist-the-key-to-pope-franciss-identity/) - Amidst mystery and adulation, and indeed hero worship of Pope Francis, there is a key that reveals his character. The secret lies in his own practices and is not hidden except in plain view… Pope Francis is a master of these Jesuit Spiritual Exercises the teach people how to conduct their own spiritual conversion. Download
- [Vatican Controls Through Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-controls-through-civil-law/) - Richard Bennet exposes the Vatican means of surpassing national sovereignty through legal concordats. This diabolical scheme is being used by the Roman Catholic Church in order to gain control over vast populations. Download
- [Pope Francis Elected The Mystery of Iniquity Continues](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-elected-the-mystery-of-iniquity-continues/) - As Pope Francis moves onto the world stage, many people are wondering how he will be generally accepted. The pleasant aura of John Paul II still lingers for many, while the shortcomings of Benedict XVI still color the current scene. More importantly, given the Pope’s exalted position in the world, many will be asking how
- [Beholding the Glory of God by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/beholding-the-glory-of-god-by-richard-bennett-3/) - It is glorious to grasp even slightly the excellence of the glory of God. It is through this knowledge the Lord God graciously enlightens our minds, convicts our consciences, redeems our souls, and rejoices our hearts. The Lord God is the author of all this, but we are His instruments to personally understand His Glory
- [The Cross and the Mass by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-cross-and-the-mass-by-richard-bennett/) - The Cross and the Mass” Former Catholic priest Richard Bennett shines the light of biblical truth on the Catholic mass. This audio was made at John MacArthur’s Church during the ECFC (Ex Catholics for Christ) conference. Download
- [The Wonder of God’s Righteousness Proclaimed](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-wonder-of-gods-righteousness-proclaimed/) - Richard Bennett preaches on God’s righteousness Romans 3:21-26 Download
- [Was the Reformation a Mistake](https://bereanbeacon.org/was-the-reformation-a-mistake/) - ... Download
- [Convent Life to Life in the Lord](https://bereanbeacon.org/convent-life-to-life-in-the-lord/) - Former Roman Catholic Nun, Mary Hertel and former Catholic Priest, Richard Bennet share stories of family traditions and the devout religious life. Mary shares her story of coming out of convent life to finding true salvation and a new life in the Lord Jesus. Download
- [Will Rome Overcome the Reformation? Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/will-rome-overcome-the-reformation-part-1/) - In this audio presentation, part 1, former Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett gives a detailed historical account of how the Roman Catholic Church has been systematically trying to overcome the work of God in the Great Reformation. This counter-reformation scheme is alive and well in our day leading all the way to modern day dispensation
- [The Vatican’s Meddling in Marriage](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vaticans-meddling-in-marriage/) - Because the correct understanding of marriage is essential to life and many Catholics live with deep guilt regarding the Catholic laws on marriage, this video is particularly relevant. The Catholic Church does not recognize civil divorce as valid. Therefore without an annulment Catholics are forbidden from taking the Eucharist, which, after baptism, is the central
- [Richard Bennett’s Testimony](https://bereanbeacon.org/richard-bennetts-testimony/) - Richard Bennett delivers his testimony of God grace in his life at Templepatrick Reformed Church In County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Download
- [Doctor Lucija Tomljenovic  Chosen by God](https://bereanbeacon.org/doctor-lucija-tomljenovic-chosen-by-god/) - Doctor Lucija Tomljenovic has a wonderful story of being born and raised in a Catholic family from Croatia. Her love for biology and science led her across many continents in a quest for truth in both Science and Religion. In this gripping tale you will discover how Lucija came to understand that she was Chosen
- [Two Former Priests Analyze Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/two-former-priests-analyze-catholicism/) - In the interview, former priest Henry Nowakowski’s discusses his life dedicated to the Catholic priesthood. Henry’s seminary training and experience reveals much of the heart of Papal Rome. Very informative also was their joint analysis of the Vatican Council II. However, the highpoint of the interview was Henry’s analyses of the contrast of God’s sovereignty
- [Ask a Priest: Why Do You Bash Catholics?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-why-do-you-bash-catholics/) - Many individuals believe that by exposing the doctrine or teachings of the Roman Catholic Church is a form of bashing Catholics. Former Catholic Richard Bennett answers this nagging question. Download
- [Biblical Justification and Aberrations in Some Reformed Churches](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-justification-and-aberrations-in-some-reformed-churches/) - Richard Bennett outlines how a person is justified before the All Holy God using the scripture alone. He also exposes the roots of apostasy and just why some reformed churches have gone astray. Download
- [Catholic Mysticism Infused into Society](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-mysticism-infused-into-society-2/) - In the mystical life one passes from one layer to the next in an inner or downward journey to the core of the personality where dwells the great mystery called God…. This is the never-ending journey, which is recognizable in the mysticism of all the great religions. Download
- [Roman Catholicism Exposed. Questions and Answers with a former Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholicism-exposed-questions-and-answers-with-a-former-priest/) - Former Roman Catholic priest of 22 years Richard Bennett, is asked a series of questions by Larry Wessel’s while attending a conference with numerous evangelical speakers such as John MacArthur, John Ankerberg, Dave Hunt & many others. The conference was held in Dallas in 1999 to answer the second rendition of the “Evangelicals and Catholics
- [From an Irish Catholic to a Child of God](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-an-irish-catholic-to-a-child-of-god/) - Terry Stillin had deep religious roots being born and raised in a “very” Catholic Family. While hitchhiking along a lonely road, Terry is pickup by a Christian man who shares the true gospel of God’s redeeming love. Terry’s new faith breaks the ties of an empty controlling religion. This Video will minister to all who
- [Richard Bennett in Northern Ireland](https://bereanbeacon.org/richard-bennett-in-northern-ireland/) - Richard addresses Markethill Free Presbyterian Church in Co Armagh, Northern Ireland. Richard shares his testimony as well as recalling the true Christian history of St. Patrick. Download
- [A Labyrinth Way from the Convent to Life in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-labyrinth-way-from-the-convent-to-life-in-christ/) - This is the heartwarming life story of former Nun, Eileen Doran. Eileen was born to an Irish Catholic family in New Jersey. She had spent sixteen years of her life with the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. With great feeling she explains the labyrinth of ways in which she sought to be right with
- [Conversation Between Two former Catholic Priests](https://bereanbeacon.org/conversation-between-two-former-catholic-priests/) - Richard Bennett and Richard Cefalu, both formerly Roman Catholic Priest, discuss their love for the Scriptures and provide an insight into it’s life changing power. These men were throughly trained in all things Catholic and had even put into practice the doctrines of Rome yet never fully understood the true power of God. Download
- [The Perplexity of the Convent](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-perplexity-of-the-convent/) - his is the heartwarming life story of former Nun, Eileen Doran. Eileen was born to an Irish Catholic family in New Jersey. She had spent sixteen years of her life with the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. With great feeling she explains the labyrinth of ways in which she sought to be right with
- [Experiencing the Lords grace](https://bereanbeacon.org/experiencing-the-lords-grace/) - Richard Bennett addresses a congregation on the discovery of the Grace of God in his life and how as a Catholic he never experienced this. A Wonderfull testimony of God’s providence culminating in a question and answer session. Download
- [Lost in Catholicism – Found in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/lost-in-catholicism-found-in-christ/) - In this interview, Greg Bentley reveals the heavy burden laid upon his conscious as he sought refuge in religion. With the guilt of mortal sin and many failed attempts at trying to live the Catholic life, Greg never had the peace that passes all understanding, until Jesus became real in his life. Download
- [Far from Rome near to God](https://bereanbeacon.org/far-from-rome-near-to-god/) - Recorded live in Ireland Richard Bennet give the background to his book Far FromRome Near to God the testimonies of 50 converted Catholic priests. Download
- [Why Do Bible Christians Hate Catholics?](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-do-bible-christians-hate-catholics/) - Many people think that by exposing the false teaching of the Roman Catholic Church, it is an act of aggression against people who are Roman Catholic. Watch and listen as former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett explains that it is out of a deep sense of love for catholic people that propels this ministry. Download
- [Hazards unfolded by the Emergent Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/hazards-unfolded-by-the-emergent-church/) - It is quite difficult to properly define the Emerging Church movement. The basic conviction behind the movement is that Christianity needs to be reinvented to become relevant to our postmodern generation. The group desires to make Christianity more appropriate for our time, such as regarding the environment. The Emerging Church leaders hold that the Bible and reason do
- [Grace in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/grace-in-christ/) - Richard Bennett delivers his testimony of finding the grace of God in true biblical salvation. It is a story of many years of searching for truth leading to his acceptance of the authority of Scripture alone and true Christianity. Richard intertwines Bible verses with his story, clearly showing that salvation is found in Christ alone
- [Beyond Evolution and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/beyond-evolution-and-catholicism/) - Richard Bennett interviews former Roman Catholic, Dan Bentley. Dan shares his inner struggle with the Bibles account of creation which is found in the book of Genesis. The false evolutionary teachings endorsed by both the Roman Catholic Church and public schools kept this man away from Biblical salvation until he found the truth. Download
- [Who is the Holy Father?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-the-holy-father/) - A lie repeated a thousand times does not become true by the telling. So it is with the Vatican’s constant restating of the lie that there were 266 Holy Popes from St Peter to Pope Francis does not make it true. However, Pope Francis on the world stage depicts historical lies as if they were
- [Yesterday a Priest and today a Missionary – Dario A. Santamaria](https://bereanbeacon.org/yesterday-a-priest-and-today-a-missionary-dario-a-santamaria-2/) - In our home we had a beautiful Bible in which we noted marriages, deaths, and births; a Bible that was a silent witness to the activities of our home, and a witness that never spoke to us because we were never taught to read it. As I began to read some parts, many doubts were created within me, and
- [The Soul of a Priest – Leo Lehmann](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-soul-of-a-priest-leo-lehmann-2/) - FormerI was born in 1895 in Dublin. I have no joyous memories of my boyhood years. A sense of constant fear overshadowed everything. Fear is bound up with every act of religion with the priest…whether confession, attendance at Sunday Mass, what to eat on fasting days and days of abstinence, hell, heaven, purgatory, or death and the judgment of
- [Richard Bennett in Ireland](https://bereanbeacon.org/richard-bennett-in-ireland/) - Richard Bennett former Roman Catholic Priest delivers his testimony at the Armagh Free Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Download
- [The People of Trinidad](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-people-of-trinidad/) - Former Dominican Priest Richard Bennett reaches out in love to Catholics in Trinidad. Richard served as a missionary Priest to the island of Trinidad. Download
- [The Dispensational Road](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-dispensational-road/) - Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; 2 Corinthians 10:5 By Greg Bentley The often heard proverb “all roads lead to Rome” has its origin in the ancient world where literally all roads led to Rome. The Roman
- [What’s wrong with asking Jesus into your Heart?](https://bereanbeacon.org/whats-wrong-with-asking-jesus-into-your-heart/) - Asking Jesus in your heart is a cute saying but is this something that is found in the scripture? This concept is relatively new to historic Christianity but is very popular among modern churches. Listen in as former Roman Catholic priest Richard Bennett exposes this religious syncretism that both Evangelicals Christians and Roman Catholics practice.
- [The Emergent Church Attacks Absolute Biblical Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-emergent-church-attacks-absolute-biblical-truth/) - Richard Bennett exposes the contemporary Evangelical Churches involvement with mysticism and the forming of the emerging church. Download
- [Pope Francis’s Teaching on Economics](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-franciss-teaching-on-economics/) - Richard Bennett and Paul Flynn discuss the communist influences of Thomas Aquinas on the economic thought of Rome. Are Francis’ teachings on economics new? Is Francis a communist? Who is Thomas Aquinas and how does he influence the Roman Catholic world today? How has Aquinas inspired Liberation Theology? Download
- [Lost in the Church  Secure in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/lost-in-the-church-secure-in-christ/) - This is the story of Mark and Trisha Parrent. Mark grew up in a devout Catholic family and faithfully served as a alter boy, however, something was missing in the emptiness of his ritualistic prayers. His wife Trisha was from a strict Polish Catholic background that took pride in Catholicism’s great advancements in American life
- [Roman Catholic Endeavors to Overturn the Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholic-endeavors-to-overturn-the-reformation-2/) - Just as the primary response of the Roman Catholic Church to the Biblical faith of the Reformers was the Counter-Reformation through the Jesuits, now Pope Francis, a Jesuit, leads the Roman Church’s endeavors to overturn the Reformation. Download
- [Breaking the Grip of Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/breaking-the-grip-of-catholicism/) - Many Catholics live under the fearful grip that the teaching of the priests and nuns have had on their lives. Many thousands of Catholics have experienced a death hold by believing the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church that there is no salvation outside the Roman church. Thousands have attempted to contact dead saints, having
- [Evangelicals & Catholics Together](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-catholics-together/) - Richard Bennett discusses the efforts being made by some in evangelical circles to be reconciled with the Church of Rome. Download
- [An Atheistic Catholic comes to Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-atheistic-catholic-comes-to-christ/) - Camille Jolly was born in Brittny in France her parents in an atheistic family. From early in her life she showed great talent music and song. As a teenager she began to have doubts regarding atheism and she became very interested in Roman Catholicism. Because of her talent with Catholic Gregorian Chant the Catholic Church
- [The Modern Ecumenical Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-modern-ecumenical-apostasy/) - Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett contrast his testimony of Biblical salvation with the alignment and apostasy of the modern Evangelical Church. Download
- [You Must Be Born Again](https://bereanbeacon.org/you-must-be-born-again/) - Pastor Jeff Carpenter and his wife were sincere Catholics until the Holy Spirit opened their eyes to the words of the scripture. They both came to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. Jeff is now a pastor in Rome, NY where he faithfully preaches the Gospel. Pastor Jeff and his wife clearly explain how being
- [God Who First Loved Me](https://bereanbeacon.org/god-who-first-loved-me/) - Robert Selvam was born and raised Catholic on the island nation of Sri Lankan. This is Robert Selvam’s touching story of how he rediscovers his first love. Download
- [From Darkness to Light](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-darkness-to-light/) - Larry Power grew up in Clough County Kilkenny Ireland. He did all that was expected of a Catholic youth, first confession to a priest followed by first communion. Then he came into contact with a man who knew about the Lord Jesus Christ and how to trust on Him alone for salivateion. Download
- [Beyond Drink and Drugs](https://bereanbeacon.org/beyond-drink-and-drugs/) - Tim Brown was born in 1953 and by the age of 14 he was drinking weekly. By the age 16, Tim was totally out of control and using drugs of all types. So it was for the next 20 years of his life, including his time in the military. Tim’s interview with Richard Bennett is
- [Rome Exalts Her Throne](https://bereanbeacon.org/rome-exalts-her-throne/) - Where do the Evangelicals stand now. On September 5, 2000, the Roman Catholic document called, “Dominus Iesus” was issued by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger; head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. Carrying the full authority of an official Vatican decree, it declares the Roman Catholic Church to be the only “instrument for the
- [The Roman Catholic Church Accepts Islam](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roman-catholic-church-accepts-islam/) - The Roman Church has been consistently encouraging a massive influx of Muslims into Europe, even into the USA. As huge numbers of Islamic migrants continue to stream into Europe and causing mayhem, there is great concern among Western people. Nonetheless, Pope Francis continues to promote Islam. Download
- [The Suppression of the Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-suppression-of-the-truth/) - Andy Mayfield vividly explains his transition from a life of drink and lifeless religion to the enjoyment of his relationship with the Lord in salvation. Andy really opens his heart to Catholics in this interview. He explains the suppression of the truth that plagued his life. Download
- [Catholic Mysticism and the Emerging Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-mysticism-and-the-emerging-church-2/) - Catholic mysticism has helped mightily to transform the New Age Movement from being counter-culture to being embraced by Evangelicals, and Western civilization as such. Catholic mysticism has affected almost every facet of life without being noticed or perceived. Download
- [Will Rome Overcome the Reformation? Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/will-rome-overcome-the-reformation-part-2/) - In this audio presentation, former Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett give a detailed historical account of how the Roman Catholic Church has been systematically trying to overcome the work of God in the Great Reformation. This counter-reformation scheme is alive and well in our day leading all the way to modern day dispensation theology. Download
- [An Irishman Cuts Out the Middleman](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-irishman-cuts-out-the-middleman/) - In November 2010, Richard Bennett met John Callan, a Catholic man from Ireland. Richard explained to him our tract, “Are you right with God?” John told him that it all made great sense. He then returned to Ireland and after many telephone calls and emails he was truly saved. Then in November 2013, John desired
- [The Roman Catholic Socialist Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roman-catholic-socialist-agenda-2/) - Pastor W.J. Mencarow, along with Richard Bennett, document the Vatican’s unbiblical position on economics while setting forth the real biblical solutions to the economic crisis. Download
- [A Biblical Renewal for a Catholic Marriage](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-biblical-renewal-for-a-catholic-marriage/) - Former Roman Catholics, Mark and Shawn Prosser, discuss their great struggle to find true Biblical salvation. In a moment in time not only did they find the truth of God but a true marriage renewal. Watch as they interact and share their story of saving faith with Richard Bennett. Download
- [Eastern Orthodoxy Spiritual Death or Spiritual Life](https://bereanbeacon.org/eastern-orthodoxy-spiritual-death-or-spiritual-life/) - Stuart Quint and Richard Bennett discuss Eastern Orthodoxy which teaches that man can attain salvation only through partaking what it calls “Sacred Mysteries.” They are also called “Sacred Sacraments.” Orthodoxy commands people to submit themselves to these mysteries that are performed on their behalf by the Orthodox Church. Download
- [Pentecostal and Emerging Techniques to Enlarge the Catholic Ecumenical Movement](https://bereanbeacon.org/pentecostal-and-emerging-techniques-to-enlarge-the-catholic-ecumenical-movement/) - While as a Roman Catholic priest, Richard Bennett practiced modern Charismatic teachings such as speaking in tongues. Now Richard Bennett as a former preist exposes how the Charismatic and Pentecostal churches are falling into the hands of the Roman Catholic Church and apostasy. Download
- [True Gospel in the Context of My Own Testimony – Richard M. Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-gospel-in-the-context-of-my-own-testimony-richard-m-bennett-2/) - It is unscriptural to think that salvation begins by Christ first coming into the sinful heart of a man. It is essential to understand that natural man is totally deficient in and of himself. It is not that he is merely weak and needs stimulation; spiritually he is dead. In the words of the Apostle, “And you hath He
- [Pope Leo, Serpentine Symbolism and Global Deception](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-leo-serpentine-symbolism-and-global-deception/) - And I beheld another beast coming up out of the earth; and he had two horns like a lamb, and he spake as a dragon. Revelation 13:11 By Greg BentleyOn May 12, 2025, newly elected Pope Leo XIV summoned over 6,000 journalists and media elites from across the world to the Paul VI Audience Hall—an architectural structure that,
- [From Truth to Tradition](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-truth-to-tradition/) - Richard Bennett uncovers the history of the modern ecumenical movement with an emphasis on the ECT document, (Evangelical and Catholics Together). Revealing just why Evangelicals must understand Catholicism and its differences. Download
- [Once a Jesuit, Now a Child of God – Bob Bush](https://bereanbeacon.org/once-a-jesuit-now-a-child-of-god-bob-bush-2/) - I finally realized after much conviction of the Holy Spirit that not giving myself totally to Him, one hundred percent, was grieving my Lord, as I was sinning a sin of compromise. I also came to realize that the Roman Catholic Church cannot change. If it did change, there would be no Pope, no rosary, no purgatory, no priests,
- [From Polish Tradition to Biblical Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-polish-tradition-to-biblical-truth/) - Former Roman Catholic, Tony Dilego, discloses his deep roots in Polish Roman Catholic family tradition. Follow along as Tony shares his early years as a alter boy and his logical progression to Biblical Salvation, and finally setting aside all traditions to embrace the Word of God. Download
- [Pope Francis Geo-political agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-geo-political-agenda/) - Pope Francis has been acting as the spokesman for a new initiative in global peacemaking. However, Francis while acting as a spiritual leader is factually establishing his own political agenda. As Pope Francis attempts to captivate world attention as the Man of Peace, he is revealed to be an impostor. Download
- [Papal Rome and the European Union](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-rome-and-the-european-union-2/) - The Vatican has been the most powerful institution in Europe, and although its influence declined at the time of the Reformation, it has made a significant recovery in the past two centuries. The Protestant nations of Europe that were religiously, politically and economically freed from a totalitarian Roman Church seem now to be blindly returning
- [The five biblical principles of the Reformation and Revival](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-five-biblical-principles-of-the-reformation-and-revival-2/) - All true revival in both Old and New Testament times has been a return to the absolute authority of God’s written Word. The absolute authority of God’s written Word was normative for the Old Testament saints. Likewise, the absolute authority for Christ Jesus and for the apostles was God’s written Word and that alone. Download
- [Witnessing to a Catholic](https://bereanbeacon.org/witnessing-to-a-catholic/) - Richard Bennett, a Catholic priest of 22 years explains some of the joys and difficulties in reaching Roman Catholic people with the Lords love. Download
- [Pilgrimage From Rome – Bartholomew F. Brewer](https://bereanbeacon.org/pilgrimage-from-rome-bartholomew-f-brewer-2/) - I truly believed that God had called me to serve Him. An ethical dilemma was staring me in the face. What was I to do? Yes, there were priests who did not believe all the dogmas of Rome. Yes there were priests who secretly had wives and families. Yes, I could remain a Catholic Chaplain and continue serving without
- [Was a love for the Catholic Church Enough?](https://bereanbeacon.org/was-a-love-for-the-catholic-church-enough/) - Will Barham, once an altar boy, served the Catholic Church devotedly for years. In his desire to find God and salvation, he wanted to know if his love for the Church was sufficient. This program will assist Catholics who are asking: “How I can find peace with God?” Will now serves Lord by telling others
- [The Mystic Plague](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mystic-plague/) - Candles, crucifixes and confusion invading modern Evangelical churches. Listen as Richard Bennett traces the modern emergent church movement back to the ecumenical plans set forth in the Second Vatican council in the early 1960’s. Download
- [Twenty-Three Years In The Jesuit Order – Luis Padrosa](https://bereanbeacon.org/twenty-three-years-in-the-jesuit-order-luis-padrosa-2/) - After living forty-three years a sincere Roman Catholic, fifteen of intense ecclesiastical training, ten as a priest and a popular preacher to great multitudes, and twenty-three of religious life in the Jesuit Order, I have arrived at the conviction that the Roman Catholic Church is not the true church of Jesus Christ. Download
- [When Protestants Protested](https://bereanbeacon.org/when-protestants-protested/) - A good sermon giving a background of historical principles to which the church stood firm on. Download
- [From Death to Life – Carlo Fumagalli](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-death-to-life-carlo-fumagalli-2/) - In the Higher Seminary of the Consolata at Turin (as is the case in every other Catholic seminary and college) the study was based on Aristotle’s Greek philosophy that, with theology, was a pre-requisite for all the higher academic grades in Holy Scripture. Roman Catholic theology is thus built up around pagan philosophy. The Bible
- [Twice Converted Once Saved](https://bereanbeacon.org/twice-converted-once-saved/) - Former priest, Richard Bennett, interviews James Kohlhepp on the story of his two conversions. James was not born into a Catholic family but had decided to converted to Catholicism at a later age. Listen in and see just what happened that change this mans life eternally, when he was Biblically born again. Download
- [Was Peter The “First Pope”?](https://bereanbeacon.org/was-peter-the-first-pope/) - By W. J.Mencarow “And when I saw him, I fell at his feet as dead. And he laid his right hand upon me, saying unto me, Fear not; I am the first and the last: I am he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys
- [The Apostasy of New Evangelicals](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-apostasy-of-new-evangelicals/) - A person calling himself Evangelical is professing to be committed to the Gospel of Christ as proclaimed in Scripture. The true Gospel demands separation from all who teach another Gospel. As the Apostle declared, “But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto
- [Slovakia and the Political Influence of the Catholic Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/slovakia-and-the-political-influence-of-the-catholic-church/) - Since the legal agreement, know as a concordat, between the Vatican and Slovakia in the year 2000, there have been serious problems for believers in Slovakia. In this interview with Richard Bennett, Jan Sichula, and Ivan Hlavanda, Slovakians explain what has happened, the repercussions, and what true believers in different nations should do in similar
- [The Papal Claim to Have the Keys of the Apostle Peter](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-papal-claim-to-have-the-keys-of-the-apostle-peter-2/) - Pastor W. J. Mencarow, along with Richard Bennett, clearly documents the historical facts behind the Papal power pretensions. The Lord clearly stated that upon His divinity as “the Son of the living God,” and His role as the Messiah He is, in fact, the Rock on which His Church is built. Nonetheless, the Papacy declares its Church to be
- [Speaking the truth in love to Roman Catholics](https://bereanbeacon.org/speaking-the-truth-in-love-to-roman-catholics/) - Truth with out love is but a clanging symbol but love with out truth is nothing but a contradiction. Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett instructs on how to reach precious Roman Catholic people with the biblical gospel. Download
- [The Pentecostal Road to Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pentacostal-road-to-rome/) - The continual modern day occurrence of what is called speaking in tongues is not only a blight on the Lord’s Gospel of grace, but it promotes the falsehood that if you “speak in tongues” you are not only saved but you are “spirit filled.” This dreadful lie continues as Pentecostal people work together with Roman
- [My Encounter With God – Guido Scalzi](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-encounter-with-god-guido-scalzi-2/) - I returned to the monastery and began to read the Holy Bible in Italian. For my spirit and soul, it was like a fountain of water for someone that thirsts and sight for the blind. Each page brought new surprises and new light, like opened windows to the walls of a prison. Is it possible?
- [The Gospel of Grace in Jesus Christ – Thoufic Khouri](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-gospel-of-grace-in-jesus-christ-thoufic-khouri-2/) - So the miracle happened, that which I needed so much: a spiritual birth. I became a new creature, a child of God. Outwardly, I was still a Roman Catholic. I still wore my priestly garb. The books in my room were still all Roman Catholic. Inwardly, however, I was a Roman Catholic no longer. Inwardly,
- [I Was Not Antagonistic To The Truth – Bruno Bottesin](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-not-antagonistic-to-the-truth-bruno-bottesin-2/) - At last I thought I had found the right place for my ministry. I was a teacher in the seminary, pastor of a good parish, and had gained the favor of the Bishop. I organized a very fine Action Group. I worked day and night for my people with great zeal, but very soon I began to realize that
- [Accomplishments of John Paul II](https://bereanbeacon.org/accomplishments-of-john-paul-ii/) - With the “Beatification” of Pope John Paul II and the adulation of many Evangelicals, it is necessary therefore to analyze the accomplishments of John Paul II in the light of the Scriptures. Download
- [The Truth behind Catholic Scandals](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-truth-behind-catholic-scandals/) - Rampant sexual assault on children and blatant concealment of these crimes are traced all the way to the highest offices in the Vatican. The true nature of the crisis in the Catholic Church is not pedophilia, but homosexuality. Download
- [True Polish Christian History](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-polish-christian-history/) - Very few people realize that Poland had a distinctive Christian history before Roman Catholicism took control of the nation in the late 16th century. In this interview, filmed in Poland, Richard Bennett and Peter Slomski gives a true account of Polish Christian history. Download
- [The Ecumenical Apostasy of Evangelicals](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-ecumenical-apostasy-of-evangelicals/) - Gods grace in the glory of Christ Jesus is superabundant. Should we not expect to be touched by it in true revival in our day even with the apostasy that is so evident in our day? This is so because the Lord Jesus remains the Anointed One. His purpose as our Mediator continues. On the
- [The Mass as a sacrifice](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mass-as-a-sacrifice/) - Christ Jesus suffered as the sacrificial Lamb of God to procure forgiveness of sin and everlasting life for His people. He has legally borne their sins and credited His perfection to them. Christ was the only perfect One that could do so; this is His glory. It shows forth the radiance of the Person of
- [Living Water and Peace with God – Mariano Rughi](https://bereanbeacon.org/living-water-and-peace-with-god-mariano-rughi-2/) - One day, during an intimate conversation with a Franciscan monk, I had a revelation that shocked me. I discovered that he was going through the same painful experiences regarding the assurance of salvation as those through which I had gone. I began to ask myself, “If the Church of Rome is the true Church of
- [The Biblical Mary and the Mary of Catholic Tradition](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-mary-and-the-mary-of-catholic-tradition/) - The Roman Catholic church manufactures an unbiblical characterization of the birth mother of Jesus. The Mary of Catholicism is in direct contrast and seeks to mimic and mock the office of Christ Jesus. Rome teaches that just as Christ was sinless, so was Mary. Just as grace comes from Christ, so Mary is the mother
- [The Alignment of New Evangelicals with Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-alignment-of-new-evangelicals-with-apostasy-2/) - A person calling himself Evangelical is professing to be committed to the Gospel of Christ as proclaimed in Scripture. The true Gospel demands separation from all who teach another Gospel. As the Apostle declared, “But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto
- [The Mystique of the Catholic Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mystique-of-the-catholic-priesthood/) - What devout Catholic youth, who really aspires to be good, noteworthy, and successful in his religious life, would not want to be in such an office as to possess the authority, power and very priesthood of Christ Himself? This is what the official documents of the Church of Rome declare. In very attractive terms, this
- [From Priest to Preacher – J. M. A. Hendriksen](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-priest-to-preacher-j-m-a-hendriksen-2/) - For more than 15 years I was a friar, but however important that was in the eyes of people, it was impossible for me to find peace and happiness. I could not, nor can I, live happily and in peace without knowing for certain that my sins are forgiven, that I may be a child of God. The Roman
- [The Word of God Came to My Rescue – Joseph Lulich](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-word-of-god-came-to-my-rescue-joseph-lulich-2/) - My name is Joseph Lulich. I am glad to be able to share with you what the grace of God has done in my life. I speak to you as an older man who has lived most of his life as an ex-Roman Catholic priest, one who once served faithfully and sincerely the Roman church for fourteen years,
- [A Monk for Twenty Years and then Born Again – Renato di Lorenzo](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-monk-for-twenty-years-and-then-born-again-renato-di-lorenzo/) - I would never have believed that I would leave the Roman Catholic Church, even less the priesthood. If someone had predicted it, I would have thought it impossible.I entered the Salesian Order at the age of fifteen, and in due time, I was ordained to the priesthood. Download
- [Salvation from the Sacrements](https://bereanbeacon.org/salvation-from-the-sacrements/) - Roman Catholics live in a world tainted by their belief in the Catholic Sacraments. These overbearing sacraments wreck havoc while they are used in the trafficking of their souls. Download
- [New Life for a Jesuit Priest – José Rico](https://bereanbeacon.org/new-life-for-a-jesuit-priest-jose-rico-2/) - Christ became my “only” Savior, for none other had died on the Cross for me. He also became my “sufficient Savior” because His blood is all-powerful to wash my sins from my soul. How miserably the rites, ceremonies, and human traditions of Romanism had failed to cleanse my soul for God. Download
- [Catholicism verses Biblical faith](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholicism-verses-biblical-faith/) - Are Catholics Christian? Does the Bible contradict the teaching of the Catholic Church? Watch as former Dominican Catholic priest Richard Bennett goes into complete detail exposing these very obvious contradictions. Download
- [My Path Into Christ’s Joy – Charles A. Bolton](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-path-into-christs-joy-charles-a-bolton-2/) - I remember on one occasion working in a hayfield from morning until evening under a burning sun, and then, weary and with my skin seeming on fire, going off to a clear blue pool in a shaded woodland to throw off my sweaty clothes and to bathe in the refreshing waters, which were like a
- [Who is Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-ratzinger-pope-benedict-xvi/) - As Cardinal, Benedict (formerly Joseph Ratzinger) headed up what had been the Inquisition and changed the name to The Holy Office of The Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith. He compiled the book, The New Catechism of the Catholic Church (1994) in which he declares his position in paragraph 882, “The Pope, Bishop of Rome and
- [Idolatry in the Evangelical camp](https://bereanbeacon.org/idolatry-in-the-evangelical-camp/) - This is a reading of the article written by Virgil Dunbar and Richard Bennet concerning Evangelical Christians who allow images of the Roman Catholic Jesus in their sanctuaries. Download
- [From Works to the Light of the Gospel – John Preston](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-works-to-the-light-of-the-gospel-john-preston-2/) - I would like to make sure that while writing this testimony I do not bear any grudge against anyone. On the contrary, it is “my heart’s desire and prayer to God” (Romans 10:1) that many Roman Catholic people might see the light of the Gospel as I have seen it and come to rejoice in
- [The certainty of the written word of God](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-certainty-of-the-written-word-of-god/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest clearly presents the very basis of truth found in the scripture and that “Thy Word is Truth” and how the Roman Catholic Church hold to the contractions of Catholic Tradition and the Bible as their basis of truth. It is Gods written word alone that we trust. Download
- [Grace and the Sacraments](https://bereanbeacon.org/grace-and-the-sacraments/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennet clearly explains how the Roman Catholic Church teaches that the grace in Salvation is offered through its sacramental system. Thus grace is earned through sacramental participation in the Catholic churches seven sacraments. Truly the exact opposite teaching that is found in scripture and in particular Ephesian 2:8-9. Richard share
- [Jesus Saved Even Me – Jose Manuel De Leon](https://bereanbeacon.org/jesus-saved-even-me-jose-manuel-de-leon-2/) - I observed, with qualms of conscience, countless rules and laws; I received sacraments and practiced ceremonies, all without knowing Christ as my Savior, or even wishing to read the Word of God. Besides, I could not teach what I was ignoring. Of course, it had never occurred to me to think that I was practicing
- [The influence of Thomas Aquinas](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-influence-of-thomas-aquinas/) - In this radio broadcast former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett, discusses the influence of Thomas Aquinas, the forerunner to Liberation Theology and its eventual manifestation in modern socialism. Starts at the :27 minute mark. Download
- [The History of the Papacy Part II](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-history-of-the-papacy-part-ii-2/) - What had looked like a mortal wound to Papal power took place in 1798. A general of Napoleon’s army entered the Vatican, removing Pope Pius VI from his throne. With that, the Papacy lost its basis as a civil power. From the year 1846 Pope Pius IX, not having territorial or civil power, sought to re-establish the
- [Salvation Compared-The Catechism or the Bible](https://bereanbeacon.org/salvation-compared-the-catechism-or-the-bible/) - Former Priest Richard Bennett gives a detailed presentation that compares official Roman Catholic teaching found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the written word God found in the Bible. Download
- [God’s Grace in New Guinea – Jacob Van der Velden](https://bereanbeacon.org/gods-grace-in-new-guinea-jacob-van-der-velden-2/) - God in His love and mercy and being full of forgiveness came into my life and a miracle happened. A Roman Catholic priest in his late fifties would never have naturally begun a conversation with a Reformed missionary. The priest that I was would surely not! I had never seen a Reformed missionary, had never
- [A Bride of Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-bride-of-christ/) - Former Roman Catholic Nun, Mary Ann Pakiz, had been attracted to the Church thinking that she might best serve the Lord as a bride of Christ. Only to discover abnormal life and lesbianism within the convent. Some of what Mary Ann has to say is very disturbing but it still must be made open as
- [There Is Power in Christ’s Atoning Blood – Simon Kottoor](https://bereanbeacon.org/there-is-power-in-christs-atoning-blood-simon-kottoor-2/) - The love of Christ compels me to give testimony to my conversion from the Roman Catholic priesthood to the born-again life in Jesus Christ. For twenty-five years I was a Roman Catholic priest, strictly following the rituals of a system that enveloped me as a huge and indomitable fortress of darkness and ignorance of the
- [The Counter Reformation and the Jesuit Order](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-counter-reformation-and-the-jesuit-order/) - Ignatius of Loyola founded the Roman Catholic Jesuit order in 1530 as a means of countering the work of God in the reformation. Download
- [Out of Hell and Purgatory – Peter Alphonsus Sequin](https://bereanbeacon.org/out-of-hell-and-purgatory-peter-alphonsus-sequin-2/) - For the rest of the afternoon I entreated God on my knees, in the name of His dear Son, to show me the way to go to Him. I opened my New Testament and read, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not
- [I Was Blind, Now I See – Jose A. Fernandez](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-blind-now-i-see-jose-a-fernandez-2/) - One can well understand the hold that the Roman Catholic Church has over the soul of the Spanish people, particularly over the candidates for the priesthood, being brought up since early boyhood in such an atmosphere and with such ideas. That may explain the reason why in past centuries Protestants were burned at the stake
- [Thou Knowest That I love Thee – Juan T. Sanz](https://bereanbeacon.org/thou-knowest-that-i-love-thee-juan-t-sanz-2/) - I felt as if my spiritual and psychological life were collapsing. Under the terms of Roman Catholic doctrine, I lived constantly in a state of “mortal sin,” 1) because I formally doubted my faith, 2) because I did not search for the pardon of this and other sins in the sacrament of penitence, 3) because
- [The Professor’s Methods Did Not Work – Celso Muniz](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-professors-methods-did-not-work-celso-muniz-2/) - I entered seminary for a twelve-year period of study. There I gave myself completely to a life in accordance with the regulations of the Roman Catholic Church. I did all the ascetic exercises, and I also taught asceticism when I was Professor of Ascetic and Mystic Theology and principal of the Metropolitan Seminary at Oviedo
- [Reaching the Catholic with the Gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/reaching-the-catholic-with-the-gospel-3/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest addresses a congregation with instructions on how to reach a Roman Catholic person comparing the Catholic Catechism with the Holy Bible. Download
- [Revival in times of decay](https://bereanbeacon.org/revival-in-times-of-decay/) - Preaching in times of revival and in times of societal decay. Download
- [Irish Nun – Peggy O’Neill](https://bereanbeacon.org/irish-nun-peggy-oneill/) - Irish Roman Catholic nun, Peggy O’Neill, served as a sister in a religious order for almost fifty years. During that time, she had never heard the true Gospel. When it comes to the Gospel there can be no compromise, because the Gospel is the power of God for salvation. Download
- [The five biblical principles of the Reformation and Revival](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-five-biblical-principles-of-the-reformation-and-revival/) - All true revival in both Old and New Testament times has been a return to the absolute authority of God’s written Word. The absolute authority of God’s written Word was normative for the Old Testament saints. Likewise, the absolute authority for Christ Jesus and for the apostles was God’s written Word and that alone. Download
- [I Was A Blind Leader Of The Blind – Salvatore Gargiulo](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-a-blind-leader-of-the-blind-salvatore-gargiulo-2/) - The Roman Catholic Church is really a church that follows Mary rather than Christ. I never stopped urging people to recite the holy Rosary (a monotonous repetition of prayers to Mary). I enthusiastically passed on to others the stories about miracles she is supposed to have performed, which are nothing but the work of the
- [Confession box Encounters](https://bereanbeacon.org/confession-box-encounters/) - In stark contrast to the clear teaching of the Lord through Scripture, the Catholic is taught to look for forgiveness by confessing his sin not to God through the Lord Jesus Christ, but rather to an intermediary human priest. This is what devout Catholics practice. The thought behind the practice requires some explanation. In the Catechism of the
- [From Roman Priest to Radio Evangelist – Manuel Garrido Aldama](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-roman-priest-to-radio-evangelist-manuel-garrido-aldama-2/) - My having been a Roman Catholic priest gives my testimony a peculiar aspect, which, I hope, will strengthen the faith of believers and bring others to living faith in Jesus Christ, whom I serve. I was born of long Basque ancestry, in a typical Roman Catholic family in the north of Spain. The Basques have
- [From Bondage to Freedom](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-bondage-to-freedom/) - Mary Allen spent 26 years as a Nun. She gives a personal and very descriptive account of her long life in the convent. Her coming to true Christian salvation many years after convent life is fascinating. Download
- [The History of the Papacy Part I](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-history-of-the-papacy-part-i-2/) - The spread of the Christian faith during the first three centuries was extensive and rapid. In the providence of God, the main reasons for this were the fidelity and zeal of the preachers of the Gospel, the heroic deaths of the martyrs, and the translation of the Scriptures into the languages of the Roman world.
- [My ‘Damascus Road’ – Francisco Lacueva](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-damascus-road-francisco-lacueva-2/) - To you, my ex-companions in the priesthood, I say with all my heart, “I am very happy in the new life which I have embraced in Christ and in His Gospel. I would that all of you were touched by this same grace. I shall not forget you in my prayers, and I trust I
- [Devout Convent Life to Conversion](https://bereanbeacon.org/devout-convent-life-to-conversion/) - Jacqueline Kassar had spent 22 years as a nun in an enclosed convent dedicated to adoration, reparation and suffering, trying to appease the wrath of God. She believed it was a nun’s calling to be a miniature savior of the world-like Jesus Christ. Jacqueline tells her story with compassion for sincere Catholics who truly live Catholic teaching.
- [Recent History of the Papal Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/recent-history-of-the-papal-church/) - What had looked like a mortal wound to Papal power took place in 1798.42 A general of Napo- leon’s army entered the Vatican, removing Pope Pius VI from his throne. With that, the Papacy lost its basis as a civil power. From the year 1846 Pope Pius IX, not having territorial or civil power, sought
- [The Holy Spirit Leads His People – Roman Mazierski](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-holy-spirit-leads-his-people-roman-mazierski-2/) - The questions I am always asked are, “How did it happen that you have turned to the Lord and become a Bible believer, after having been a Roman Catholic priest for many years? Did you read any Protestant books? Did you approach a Protestant pastor to seek his guidance? Or was it that you went to a Protestant meeting
- [The real Saint Patrick](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-real-saint-patrick/) - Patrick, like so many of the godly men of history, found God’s favor in the riches of the grace of Christ. This was the theme echoing throughout the testimony of Patrick, in his own words “I am greatly God’s debtor, because he granted me so much grace.” A stark contrast to the Roman Catholic captivity of
- [The Burning of the Bull](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-burning-of-the-bull/) - And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders. 2 Thessalonians 2:8-10 By Greg BentleyHistorically, this is the time
- [Rome promotes Evolution](https://bereanbeacon.org/rome-promotes-evolution/) - Former Priest, Richard Bennett reveals the combining of theistic evolution into Catholic theology. The first boundary of theistic evolution states that there is a God, but He was not directly involved in the origin of life. Download
- [If I Had Stayed in Roman Catholicism, I Would Not Have Found Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/if-i-had-stayed-in-roman-catholicism-i-would-not-have-found-jesus/) - I was born in São Joaquim da Barra, Sao Paulo State in Brazil on the 9th of March, 1924, into a family deeply rooted in Catholicism. My father was Portuguese, and in order not to be an exception to the common rule aligned himself with the admirers of the Lady of Fatima, fate, and good
- [The Truth Set Me Free – Toon Vanhuysse](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-truth-set-me-free-toon-vanhuysse-2/) - There was not a higher calling. To be a priest in the Church of Rome! We were chosen to carry out again the sacrifices of Jesus Christ in the present. We had become offerers of God’s grace; that was my conviction. We had the coveted pretension of being a kind of “maker of blessings.” How
- [I Received Mercy – Edoardo Labanchi](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-received-mercy-edoardo-labanchi-2/) - The only religion of which I had any knowledge was that of the Roman Catholic Church. So I decided to become a priest and joined the Jesuit order. My superiors seemed to be quite satisfied with me, and I was admitted to take the vows that are usually taken only after two years of probation.
- [Identifying the Authentic Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/identifying-the-authentic-early-church-2/) - The early Church understood apostolic doctrine as the written Word of the Apostles as it was contained in the Scriptures. “From the very beginning of the post-apostolic age with the writings of what are known as the Apostolic Fathers (Ignatius, Polycarp, Clement, the Didache, and Barnabas) there was an exclusive appeal to the Scriptures for the positive teaching of doctrine and for
- [John Knox the Scottish Reformer](https://bereanbeacon.org/john-knox-the-scottish-reformer/) - A wonderful narration of the history of John Knox who is considered to be the greatest Reformer in the history of Scotland. John was educated at the University of Glasgow, and ordained as a catholic priest in 1530. John had been serving as a priest for 10 years when he was converted to biblical Christianity through the study of the
- [The History of the Papacy Part II](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-history-of-the-papacy-part-ii/) - What had looked like a mortal wound to Papal power took place in 1798. A general of Napoleon’s army entered the Vatican, removing Pope Pius VI from his throne. With that, the Papacy lost its basis as a civil power. From the year 1846 Pope Pius IX, not having territorial or civil power, sought to re-establish the
- [The History of the Papacy Part I](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-history-of-the-papacy-part-i/) - The spread of the Christian faith during the first three centuries was extensive and rapid. In the providence of God, the main reasons for this were the fidelity and zeal of the preachers of the Gospel, the heroic deaths of the martyrs, and the translation of the Scriptures into the languages of the Roman world. Under Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211)
- [Overview of the history of the Papal Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/overview-of-the-history-of-the-papal-church/) - The Papal Church is a magnificently rich, splendidly housed political and ecclesiastical power headquartered in Rome. It stands in stark contrast to what started there in the first century with pastors ministering to small congregations. The differences are graphic. The early home churches under their pastors looked to the authority of the Word of God as
- [The Bible and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-bible-and-catholicism/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest, Richard Bennett, exposes the vast differences between the Bible and the Catholic religion. These are not just minor differences but 180 degree opposite positions on such important topics as salvation and the very worship of God. Download
- [The Invincible Gospel and the Modern Evangelical Lie](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-invincible-gospel-and-the-modern-evangelical-lie/) - What is promoted today in most churches is the concept that one “asks Jesus into their heart” or “walks and isle in a church to give your life to Christ” and it is a lie. Biblically, salvation is granted because of what Christ alone accomplished on the cross and we received this understanding by faith
- [Justification by Faith Alone](https://bereanbeacon.org/justification-by-faith-alone/) - Former Roman Catholic Dominican priest presents the Biblical teaching of Justification by faith alone. Recorded at Bread of Life Fellowship Church in Wayne New Jersey. Richard weaves this doctrine with his personal testimony of coming out of the Roman Catholic Church. Download
- [I Found Everything When I Found Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-found-everything-when-i-found-christ/) - While studying theology in England, I began to have serious doubts concerning certain doctrines of my Church, which I found difficult to reconcile with Scripture. These doubts continued to trouble me even after my ordination, but I endeavored to smother them by plunging into my studies and teaching assignments. Download
- [Polish Catholicism to Trusting in Christ Alone](https://bereanbeacon.org/polish-catholicism-to-trusting-in-christ-alone/) - With deep love for Catholic people, Peter Slomski explains his own coming to personal faith in Jesus Christ. Peter is from a Polish Catholic family and delivers his touching testimony to the Lords love and grace. Download
- [Delighting in our Salvation](https://bereanbeacon.org/delighting-in-our-salvation/) - The greatest joy we have in this world is our awareness of everlasting life and our living that life. It is our privilege to taste fellowship with God Himself, and to take great comfort in it, as Scripture states, “if so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious.” Experiencing fellowship with God is that for
- [The Papal Claim to Have the Keys of the Apostle Peter](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-papal-claim-to-have-the-keys-of-the-apostle-peter/) - For most Catholics, the authority of the Pope, as derived from Peter, is the main cornerstone of their faith. For the others, it is the lifesaver to fall back on when all else fails. The Petrine primacy of the Pope is an historic holdover from the false Decretals of Constantine and Isidore. Nonetheless, the Papacy is the bulwark
- [Beholding the Glory of God by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/beholding-the-glory-of-god-by-richard-bennett-2/) - It is glorious to grasp even slightly the excellence of the glory of God. It is through this knowledge the Lord God graciously enlightens our minds, convicts our consciences, redeems our souls, and rejoices our hearts. The Lord God is the author of all this, but we are His instruments to personally understand His Glory
- [Do Catholics Possess Eternal Life?](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-catholics-possess-eternal-life/) - What is the answer to this powerful question? One goes to mass everyday but does that guarantee you eternal life now? With great sensitivity Pastor W. J. Mencarow and Richard Bennett answer this question.
- [What is the Gospel?](https://bereanbeacon.org/what-is-the-gospel-post/) - Are you curious to know what the meaning of the Gospel is? The word Gospel is used in many phrases but are you familiar with the Bibles definition of the word? Watch as former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett separates truth form fiction. Download
- [From Dead Religion To New Life In Christ – Vincent O’Shaughnessy](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-dead-religion-to-new-life-in-christ-vincent-oshaughnessy-2/) - I was born and raised on a farm in West Limerick, Ireland, and the memories of my childhood are happy ones. The youngest of seven children (three sisters and three brothers), I had lots of relatives to visit or to receive as visitors on Sundays after Mass. No one ever missed Mass on Sunday in
- [A Biblical Response to Evangelicals Promoting the COVID Vaccine](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-biblical-response-to-evangelicals-promoting-the-covid-vaccine-2/) - “And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.” Ephesians 5:1 A Biblical Response to Evangelicals Promoting the COVID Vaccine The marketing campaign for the vaccine has begun. Religious leaders are being enlisted to lead the charge. Not all are consenting to the charade. This note will briefly analyze the argument of Dr. Albert
- [Is John Paul II Blessed in the Sight of God?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-john-paul-ii-blessed-in-the-sight-of-god/) - When Pope John Paul II was alive, he traveled to many different nations of the world receiving a great deal of adulation and veneration. Since his death in 2005, he continued to be adored across the world. Soon, however, the Catholic Church officially designed the religious devotion. From May 1st 2011, the date of his canonization, people
- [An Irresistible Call – Cipriano Valdes Jaimes](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-irresistible-call-cipriano-valdes-jaimes-2/) - You and I have no doubt seen at one time or another a man dressed in a long black or white robe, walking along with his hands folded and with a serene expression on his face. Our first thought may have been that we were looking at a “ god, dressed like a man,” to
- [Upon this Rock](https://bereanbeacon.org/upon-this-rock/) - For most Catholics, the authority of the Pope, as derived from Peter, is the main cornerstone of their faith. For the others, it is the lifesaver to fall back on when all else fails. The Petrine primacy of the Pope is an historic holdover from the false Decretals of Constantine and Isidore. Nonetheless, the Papacy is the bulwark
- [A New Creation](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-new-creation/) - The amazing transformation of Clarence Hafelin is very evident in his testimony. Listen in as Clarence helps define the biblical concept of being born again and walking as a new creation. He reveals the sharp contrast with the Catholic idea that infant baptism is the source of new spiritual life. A touching story of true conversion. Download
- [Who Can Be a Pastor?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-can-be-a-pastor/) - In today's world of gender confusion, clear instruction from our Creator are often overlooked by those who profess to know the truth of scripture. Failure to heed such simple instruction often becomes a stumbling block for newly converted Catholics who are desperately hanging on to the scripture alone. Watch as former Catholics Amanda Scopilli and
- [From the Monastery to the Ministry – José Borras](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-the-monastery-to-the-ministry-jose-borras-2/) - It is not enough to be a good Catholic: the important and necessary thing is to be born again in Christ. This has been my experience. When I entered into Christ, I experienced that He not only liberated me from my sins, but also from the heavy load I had to carry being in a
- [The Curious Catholic Connections with the CDC](https://bereanbeacon.org/dr-robert-redfied-cdc-jesuit/) - Curious Catholic Connections of Dr. Redfield, Head of the CDC By Greg Bentley and Dr. Lucija Tomljenovic “But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil."1 On March 15, 2020, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) banned gatherings of 50 or more people in the United States.
- [Peter the Rock](https://bereanbeacon.org/peter-the-rock/) - Former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett analyzes the Catholic presupposition of Peter as the Rock. The linchpin of Catholic faith. Download
- [Interview with former Priest Sandy Carson](https://bereanbeacon.org/interview-with-former-priest-sandy-carson/) - In this lively interview, Richard Bennett talks with Sandy Carson who at the age of 44 had been a priest for 17 years. He was working in the very Catholic city of Rayville Louisiana. He began to search the Scriptures to see if indeed what he was doing as a priest really helped people, however,
- [One Mediator](https://bereanbeacon.org/one-mediator/) - For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus. The Roman Catholic Church introduces a labyrinth of false mediators. Watch as former Roman Catholic Dominican Nun, Amanda Scopilliti, reveals her personal experience in this deadly deception. Going to the wrong spiritual mediator will lead you to the wrong
- [Behold a pale horse](https://bereanbeacon.org/behold-a-pale-horse/) - By Greg Bentley IMAGINE A VACCINE SO SAFE YOU HAVE TO BE THREATENED TO TAKE IT FOR A DISEASE SO DEADLY YOU HAVE TO BE TESTED TO KNOW IF YOU EVEN HAVE IT? Here is why you should not take the vaccine for Covid-19. First and foremost the Lord has declared in 1 Corinthians 6:19...know ye not that your
- [Who Is the True Holy Father: God or Pope Francis?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-the-true-holy-father-god-or-pope-francis/) - Dear Friend, A lie repeated a thousand times does not become true by the telling. The skillful crafting and republishing of what were once openly known to be outright lies has become a serious snare at the present time. The present Pope of the Vatican, for all his feigned humility and integrity, is happy to
- [Francis the Fox Pushes the Great Reset with Rome’s Climate Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/francis-the-fox-pushes-the-great-reset-with-romes-climate-agenda/) - By Stuart Quint Has Pope Francis outfoxed the world under the ruse of climate change and environmental ¨justice¨? In the year 2015, Pope Francis wrote his controversial encyclical “Laudato Si”. He commands the nations to confess their collective sins of exploiting the environment with capitalism. “’Praise be to you, my Lord, through our Sister, Mother
- [Repentance or Penance](https://bereanbeacon.org/repentance-or-penance/) - Faith and repentance are two sides of the same coin, both are the gracious gift of God to those who are being saved. Just as we find in Ephesians 2:8-9 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should
- [Everlasting Life](https://bereanbeacon.org/everlasting-life-2/) - What does it means to enjoy fellowship with Father, Son and Holy Spirit? The Scriptures have much to say on the fellowship which exists between God and His people. In the words of Jesus Christ, “at that day you shall know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you”
- [Origin of the Seven Sacred Mysteries of Orthodoxy](https://bereanbeacon.org/origin-of-the-seven-sacred-mysteries-of-orthodoxy/) - An Introduction to the Seven Sacred Mysteries of Orthodoxy Note from Berean Beacon: This article is adapted from the book: Eastern Orthodoxy Illuminatedby the Scriptures (Current: Belgrade, 2009), written by Serbian author, Ivica Stamenkovic. His research is based upon Holy Scripture, as well as primary Orthodox sources. This articles will examine in detail specific Eastern
- [Establishing the Authentic Gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/establishing-the-authentic-gospel/) - Richard Bennett, former Roman Catholic priest delivers a sermon at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London, where Charles Spurgeon preached. In this message Richard uncovers the true Biblical gospel message and peals back the modern derivatives that lead back to Rome. Download
- [The Invincible Gospel vs. Phony Modern Evangelism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-invincible-gospel-vs-phony-modern-evangelism/) - Many modern Evangelicals give what they call “the Gospel” in such words as, “Accept Jesus into your heart.” “Give Jesus control of your life to be saved” and “Give your life to Jesus to be saved.” This is quite similar to Catholicism in so much as it looks for salvation in the human heart, and
- [Patient Endurance Needed for the Coming Great Reset](https://bereanbeacon.org/patient-endurance-needed-for-the-coming-great-reset/) - By Stuart Quint “Here is the patience [patient endurance] of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.”[1] The coming Great Reset will separate the wheat from the tares, the true Christian from the apostate. This is evident in Pope Francis, who so readily denies God’s Word
- [The Immorality of the Catholic Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-immorality-of-the-catholic-priesthood/) - Former Roman Catholic Dominican Priest, Richard Bennett, exposes why there is such rampant sexual scandal within the Roman Catholic Church. Richard also contrast the office of the old testament priesthood and the fact that the New Testament brought and end to a priestly office other than that of Christ Jesus alone. Download
- [Light and Darkness](https://bereanbeacon.org/light-and-darkness/) - A New Christian Reflects on 22 Years As a Priest of Rome. Pastor Steve Van Horn interviewed Richard Bennett in the early days of his ministry. Richard explains the stark contrast between Roman Catholicism and biblical faith. Richard answers viewers’ questions on a variety of issues. Catholicism, in fact, continues to be shadows, while biblical truth
- [Everlasting Life](https://bereanbeacon.org/everlasting-life/) - What does it means to enjoy fellowship with Father, Son and Holy Spirit? The Scriptures have much to say on the fellowship which exists between God and His people. In the words of Jesus Christ, “at that day you shall know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you”
- [What is the Gospel?](https://bereanbeacon.org/what-is-the-gospel-2/) - Are you curious to know what the meaning of the Gospel is? The word Gospel is used in many phrases but are you familiar with the Bibles definition of the word? Watch as former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett separates truth form fiction.
- [The Jesuits and the Covid Pandemic](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-jesuits-and-the-covid-pandemic/) - Some might say that talk of the Jesuits is pure speculation and just one of the many conspiracy theories in a sea of confusion. Ignorance of history is at the heart of such accusation. Steve Mathews of Trinity Foundation Radio reached out to Stuart Quint and Greg Bentley of the Berean Beacon to discuss the Jesuits in the Covid pandemic. The radio program
- [Reaching Catholics with the Lord’s love](https://bereanbeacon.org/reaching-catholics-with-the-lords-love/) - Reaching Catholics with the Lords Love. Richard Bennett expresses his deepest desire to give the correct Gospel message to precious Catholic people. Dwnload
- [Who Are the Jesuits, and Should You Be Concerned Today?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-are-the-jesuits-and-should-you-be-concerned-today/) - By Stuart Quint Rome commemorates the death of Ignatius of Loyola on July 31 each year.[i] Loyola was the notorious founder of the Society of Jesus, also known as the “Jesuits”. While the man died long ago, his movement lives on with its malicious mission nearly 500 years later. The Jesuit agenda has relevance today
- [Grace and Mercy](https://bereanbeacon.org/grace-and-mercy/) - Former Dominicans Richard Bennett and Amanda Scopilliti share there love for Catholics and how the word of God set them free from monastic life. This is the last recorded video interview that Richard Bennett made before passing on to glory Sept 23, 2019. Richard was instrumental in ministering to Amanda as she came into the
- [Beholding the Glory of God by Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/beholding-the-glory-of-god-by-richard-bennett/) - It is glorious to grasp even slightly the excellence of the glory of God. It is through this knowledge the Lord God graciously enlightens our minds, convicts our consciences, redeems our souls, and rejoices our hearts. The Lord God is the author of all this, but we are His instruments to personally understand His Glory
- [Premillennialism Leads To Church Impotence](https://bereanbeacon.org/premillennialism-leads-to-church-impotence/) - Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Galatians 5:1 By W.J. MencarowThe currently most popular interpretation of the end times in the book of Revelation is premillennialism, especially dispensational, pre-tribulation premillennialism. I believe that this interpretation is largely responsible for
- [Exposing Pope Francis and the Roman Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/exposing-pope-francis-and-the-roman-church/) - Dear Friend, When you study the facts documented in the article below, you will understand that it is imperative that you disapprove of Pope Francis and the Roman Church. No matter how cleverly Romanism is presented, to accept the Church of Rome as a genuine Christian church is mortally dangerous. In history, there are many examples
- [Dr. Fauci and Pope Francis: Jesuit Birds of a Feather?](https://bereanbeacon.org/dr-fauci-and-pope-francis-jesuit-birds-of-a-feather/) - By Greg Bentley and Stuart P. Quint “Do not be deceived: ‘Evil company corrupts good habits.’[1] “Tell me who your friends are, and I will tell you who you are.”[2] The coronavirus crisis creates strange bedfellows. What unites Washington, DC and Vatican City today? What do Dr. Anthony Fauci and Pope Francis share in common?
- [With Love for Catholics](https://bereanbeacon.org/with-love-for-catholics/) - In this round table discussion, New Yorkers, Brian McLaughlin and Richard Wozniak speak about their lives as Catholics and their coming to personal dynamic faith in Christ Jesus outside the Church of Rome. Candor, sincerity, and compassion are the hallmarks of this interview hosted by Richard Bennett Download
- [The Roman Catholic Socialist Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roman-catholic-socialist-agenda/) - Dear Brother, Following biblical principles regarding how we live and provide for our families and ourselves brings stability and well-being into the societies in which we live. At the present time, socialism is on the rise and the Catholic Church is helping to advance it with her socialistic agenda. The attack on the United States
- [A Biblical Response to Evangelicals Promoting the COVID Vaccine](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-biblical-response-to-evangelicals-promoting-the-covid-vaccine/) - The marketing campaign for the vaccine has begun. Religious leaders are being enlisted to lead the charge.[1] Not all are consenting to the charade.[2] This brief note will briefly analyze the argument of Dr. Albert Mohler, head of the Southern Baptist Seminary.[3] He is typical of evangelical proponents who likely with good intentions have missed
- [Unholy Vatican Alliance: Social Justice and the Society of Jesuits](https://bereanbeacon.org/unholy-vatican-alliance-social-justice-and-the-society-of-jesuits/) - Unholy Vatican Alliance: Social Justice and the Society of Jesuits [1] By Stuart P. Quint Paul warns Christians to flee from worldly philosophy that deceives and destroys faith in the truth: “Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not
- [The False Ecumenical Movement in Slovakia](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-false-ecumenical-movement-in-slovakia/) - Jan Sichula and Ivan Hlavanda of Slovakia give their personal journeys of faith in this highly Roman Catholic nation. Besides the account of grace in their own lives, they explain with deep concern about the false ecumenical movement that is taking place in Slovakia. There are real practical lessons to be learned in this interview
- [Icons: Visions of the Spiritual World in Orthodoxy?](https://bereanbeacon.org/icons-visions-of-the-spiritual-world-in-orthodoxy/) - In recent years, icons have captured the imagination of many Christians and non-Christians alike. The Eastern Orthodox Church is well known for its use of icons. This paper examines the history, purpose, and use of icons and asks the question: are they contrary to the Scripture? A pictorial1 icon2 is an image (generally two dimensional)
- [Thy Word is Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/thy-word-is-truth/) - In this presentation Richard Bennett walks the listener through a step by step comparison showing the contrast between the Catholic Catechism and Holy Bible. Download>
- [Roman Catholic Perversion of the True Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholic-perversion-of-the-true-early-church/) - By Richard Bennett How could anyone conceive that modern Roman Catholicism would supplant the church described in the New Testament? The Apostle Paul would never have recognized the institution that calls itself the Church of Rome nearly 2000 years after he had written his Epistle to the early true believers in Rome. For instance, the
- [Persecution Proved from Decrees of General Councils and Writings of Celebrated Divines to be an Essential Doctrine of Popery](https://bereanbeacon.org/persecution-proved-from-decrees-of-general-councils-and-writings-of-celebrated-divines-to-be-an-essential-doctrine-of-popery/) - Chapter 1: 1. According to the Scriptural marks of the predicted Roman Apostasy, the Babylonish Harlot of the Apocalypse, is the following:- "And I saw the woman DRUNKEN WITH THE BLOOD OF THE SAINTS, and WITH THE BLOOD OF THE MARTYRS OF JESUS" (Rev. 17:6). The whole history of Popery is a commentary upon the
- [The Mass](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mass/) - There is much confusion in Bible believing churches about attending a Roman Catholic Mass as being the same thing as going to a Christian Church service. Former Roman Catholic Dominican Nun, Amanda Scopilliti, gives her unique perspective on this most serious matter.
- [Light and Darkness](https://bereanbeacon.org/light-and-darkness-2/) - A New Christian Reflects on 22 Years As a Priest of Rome. Pastor Steve Van Horn interviewed Richard Bennett in the early days of his ministry. Richard explains the stark contrast between Roman Catholicism and biblical faith. Richard answers viewers’ questions on a variety of issues. Catholicism, in fact, continues to be shadows, while biblical truth
- [The Orthodox Eucharist Is Not the Lord’s Supper](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-orthodox-eucharist-is-not-the-lords-supper/) - Note from Berean Beacon: This article is adapted from the book: Eastern Orthodoxy Illuminatedby the Scriptures (Curent: Belgrade, 2009), written by Serbian author, Ivica Stamenkovic. His research is based upon Holy Scripture, as well as primary Orthodox sources. Future articles will further examine in detail other Eastern Orthodox teachings on salvation. Jesus Christ commanded His
- [Eastern Orthodox Baptism Contra Biblical Salvation](https://bereanbeacon.org/eastern-orthodox-baptism-contra-biblical-salvation/) - Note from Berean Beacon: This article is adapted from the book Eastern Orthodoxy Illuminated by the Scriptures (Curent: Belgrade, Serbia, 2009) written by Serbian author Ivica Stamenkovic. His research is based upon Holy Scripture and primary sources of Eastern Orthodoxy. Future articles will examine in further detail other Eastern Orthodox teachings on salvation. Orthodox Baptism
- [Truth Vindicated!<br>COVID Crimes Face Judgment — Five Years Later](https://bereanbeacon.org/truth-vindicatedbrcovid-crimes-face-judgment-five-years-later/) - "So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth." Psalm 58:11 It has been five years since the launch of Operation COVID-19—an unprecedented global campaign of fear, control, and deception. What the world called a “pandemic,” we recognized early on
- [Is the Papacy in Jeopardy?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-the-papacy-in-jeopardy/) - Dear Friend, The season of Benedict XVI’s Papal reign is passing. Now, late in the day, a dark specter has appeared in the form of a major financial scandal swirling around the Vatican bank. The Pope seems uninterested in dealing with such issues. Maybe, rightly so, for in the not too distant past, John Paul
- [Biblical Refutation of Biologos COVID Statement: Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-refutation-of-biologos-covid-statement-part-1-2/) - By Randall Rathbun Introductory Note from the Berean Beacon to the Reader, True Christians loyal to God must reject Biologos[1] “A Christian Statement on Science for Pandemic Times”.[2] The Biologos Statement is as dangerous a trap today as the Roman Catholic “Evangelicals and Catholics Together”[3] was in 1994. Both entice Christians to unite with unbelievers
- [The Normal Christian Life and Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-normal-christian-life-and-catholicism/) - We must deal with the apparent normality of Catholicism. The Catholic Church is based on some of the great essential truths of God’s revelation. She holds to the existence of a self-existent and eternal God, the Creator of the universe, of man, and of all things. She teaches that in the Godhead there are three
- [Official Covid-19 Policy](https://bereanbeacon.org/official-covid-19-policy/) - The world wide response to Covid-19 has been exposed as a spiritual and medical deception. The Berean Beacon Ministry encourages everyone to perform their own due diligence in this regard. We are providing links to some excellent online resources. Medical Advice Dr. Peter R. McCullough Vaccine Safety Research Foundation Americas Front Line Doctors The Truth
- [Orthodoxy Denies Certain Salvation in Christ Alone](https://bereanbeacon.org/orthodoxy-denies-certain-salvation-in-christ-alone/) - Note from Berean Beacon: This article is adapted from the book: Eastern Orthodoxy Illuminatedby the Scriptures (Przen: Belgrade, 2009), written by Serbian author, Ivica Stamenkovic. His research is based upon Holy Scripture, as well as primary Orthodox sources. Articles, which we will post later, will examine in detail specific Eastern Orthodox teachings on salvation that
- [Latest Scandals Warn Us to Beware of Pope Francis](https://bereanbeacon.org/latest-scandals-warn-us-to-beware-of-pope-francis/) - Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The Vatican officially teaches that the Pope is the substitute for Christ Jesus. “The Pope, Bishop of Rome and Peter’s successor, ‘is the perpetual and visible source and foundation of the unity both of the bishops and of the whole company of the faithful.’ ‘For the Roman Pontiff, by reason
- [True and False Worship: the Cross and the Mass](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-and-false-worship-the-cross-and-the-mass/) - I. Introduction Worshipping God is that communion that exists in true harmony between the Creator and the creature man. A. Before the Fall 1. There were no restraints on relationship between God and Adam. God spoke to Adam, laying out for him his duties, instructing him concerning his environment (Genesis 1:28-30), created a helpmeet for
- [A Priest’s Exodus To Christ from Eastern Orthodoxy](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priests-exodus-to-christ-from-eastern-orthodoxy/) - G. Dobrovolskiy In Light of the Scriptures A True DocumentWhy I LeftThe Sacred LiturgyCommemoration of the Living (For Health) Commemoration of the Dead (For Rest in Peace) Various ConsecrationsPrayers to the SaintsReading of the Holy Scriptures Rite of BaptismPatron Saint Festivals Religiosity and PietyVain InvocationsTitles and RanksObjects of the Religious Cult Icons – Sacred ImagesBlind
- [The Bishops' Oath Prior to Vatican Council II](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-bishops-oath-prior-to-vatican-council-ii/) - This oath of allegiance to the Pope and to the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church was mandatory for every Bishop who participated in the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965). This document provides useful insights into the main doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church. The first part of the document – not included here – is
- [The Historical View of Prophecy and Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-historical-view-of-prophecy-and-antichrist/) - ...and they that dwell on the earth shall wonder, whose names were not written in the book of life from the foundation of the world, when they behold the beast that was, and is not, and yet is. Revelation 17:8 By Michael de Semlyen There are two great truths that stand out in the preaching that
- [Catholic and Orthodox Counterfeits of Spiritual Fatherhood Part 2: Sacramental “Fathers”](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-and-orthodox-counterfeits-of-spiritual-fatherhood-part-2-sacramental-fathers/) - By Yaroslav Sebastian Tegza Former Ukrainian Priest of the Greek Catholic Church Khust, Ukraine The Sacramental Counterfeit of True Spiritual Fatherhood As stated earlier, the sacramental approach to fatherhood at large was unknown to adherents of the Jewish religion. This is a distinction of the Catholic approach, which is more characteristic of a pagan worldview. Similar
- [500 Years Later the Papacy Is Still Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/500-years-later-the-papacy-is-still-antichrist/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The propaganda machine of the Roman Catholic Church is ramping up in 2017. Rome continues to execute its grand strategy geared toward ignorant evangelicals defined at Vatican Council II over 50 years ago: “…little by little, as the obstacles to perfect ecclesial communion are overcome, all Christians will be
- [Pope Francis: Master of Jesuit Spiritual Exercises](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-master-of-jesuit-spiritual-exercises/) - On the first anniversary of Pope Francis’s election to the papal chair, we thought it fitting to see what the Jesuits think of Francis’s work so far. Appropriately, James Martin, S.J., editor-at-large of the prestigious Jesuit magazine America,was featured in a brief online video entitled, “Pope Francis: Still a Jesuit.”1 The video is subtitled “A look at
- [A Portrait of the Women in Revelation 17](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-portrait-of-the-women-in-revelation-17/) - By Richard Bennett The Holy Spirit, in Revelation Chapter 17, vividly depicts the features of the Apostate Church. It is done in graphically precise detail. The Apostle John beheld the ten-horned beast carrying a woman dressed in purple and scarlet, decked with gold, precious stones, and pearls; she was also a harlot, and the mother
- [The Way Made Clear – Joseph Cherucheril](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-way-made-clear-joseph-cherucheril/) - After years of traveling a road set before me from birth, the words of Jesus Christ taken from John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth and the life” put me on a completely new path. My life has been eternally changed and the darkness of deception has been turned to the light of uncompromising truth.
- [Establishing the Authentic Gospel of Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/establishing-the-authentic-gospel-of-christ/) - Richard Bennett, former Roman Catholic priest delivers a sermon at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London, where Charles Spurgeon preached. In this message Richard uncovers the true Biblical gospel message and peals back the modern derivatives that led back to Rome.
- [Pope Francis Exploits World Religion and Government](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-exploits-world-religion-and-government/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint Pope Francis labeled adherents of all religions as “children of God”. His video dated January 6, 2016 featured representatives of Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, and Catholicism from his native Argentina.[1] The Bible contradicts the Pope. Only those who have repented and put their trust in Christ alone are true “children
- [The Roots of Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roots-of-apostasy/) - By Michael de Semlyen The apostasy that we have witnessed in the twentieth century; the compromise on essentials and the attack on the fundamentals actually have their roots in the nineteenth century. That century provided Great Britain with unprecedented prosperity, political power and global influence as well as the ‘feel good factor.’ At the same
- [“The Comparison Chart” – Thy Word is Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-comparison-chart-thy-word-is-truth/) - A side by side comparison chart using the official 1994 catechism of the Catholic Church and the Bible. The chart highlights 8 major topics of concern and shows the contradictions in Roman Catholic teaching. The article is accompanied with a audio explanation by Richard Bennett.
- [The Catholic Priesthood: Mystique and Scandal?](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-catholic-priesthood-mystique-and-scandal/) - One might wonder what remains of the glory of the Catholic priesthood in face of the worldwide scandals, and in particular those that have occurred recently in the U.S.A. For example, on July 7th 2003 under the heading “Clergy Sex Abuse: Justice Must Come for the Bishops,” the San Francisco Chronicle reported, “That there are
- [The Antichrist Unveiled](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist-unveiled/) - On October 8th, 2000, Pope John Paul II, under the assumed title of Vicar of Christ, consecrated the world and the new millennium to “Mary Most Holy.”1 This “Act of Entrustment to Mary Most Holy” of that which belongs to God alone is a mockery of the First Commandment. The Pope’s official and offensive act
- [Liberation Theology Infused in Western Thinking](https://bereanbeacon.org/liberation-theology-infused-in-western-thinking/) - By Richard Bennett Latin American liberation theology has been a movement linked with the Roman Catholic Church. This is only the tip of the iceberg! The principles that it proclaims plague Western society. The welfare states in the USA and Europe are just different expressions of the same Catholic mentality seen in official statements of
- [Disturbing Encounters in the Catholic Confession Box](https://bereanbeacon.org/disturbing-encounters-in-the-catholic-confession-box/) - In my first year of ministry as a priest in Park Street Catholic Church, Port of Spain, Trinidad, I remember in vivid detail what a difficult time I had with the Saturday confessions. Each Saturday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., many Catholics queued up outside the confession box waiting their turn to enter to tell us
- [True Union with God our Father or Blind Catholic Allegiance to Mother Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-union-with-god-our-father-or-blind-catholic-allegiance-to-mother-church/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint God’s Fatherly Love Revealed in Saving Us While We Were Yet Sinners God the Father’s love in saving us was effective: “In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world that we might live through him. Herein
- [Why Did 50 Roman Catholic Priests Leave the Priesthood?](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-did-50-roman-catholic-priests-leave-the-priesthood/) - Why Did 50 Roman Catholic Priests Leave the Priesthood?” There are serious reasons afoot when a person forsakes their “priesthood” as well as their religion. Find out what made the difference in these priests’ lives. Download
- [Biblical Unity in the Lord and Papal Conformity](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-unity-in-the-lord-and-papal-conformity/) - The unity for which Christ Jesus prayed in John Chapter 17 is a unity that already exists. His intercession is not an appeal to produce unity among His own. It is a prayer to the Father in Heaven to preserve the unity that already exists. Therefore, He prayed, “Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast
- [Pope Francis Courts Islam to Oppose Christ’s Gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-courts-islam-to-oppose-christs-gospel/) - As huge numbers of Islamic migrants continue to stream into Europe from the Middle East, there is great concern among Western people. Nonetheless, even with this astonishing background, Pope Francis continues to promote Islam. Instead of warning people against the dangers they face from the onslaught of migrating Muslims from across the world, Francis has
- [The Seven Pillars of Eastern Orthodoxy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-seven-pillars-of-eastern-orthodoxy/) - Pillars are an integral part of the structure of many buildings. The Eastern Orthodox Church rests upon the ancient pillars of the Seven Ecumenical Councils. This paper will examine the general concept of these councils. The light of Scriptures will appraise a particular decree of the Second Council of Nicea in order to test whether
- [The Root Cause of the Catholic Sex Scandals](https://bereanbeacon.org/he-root-cause-of-the-catholic-sex-scandals/) - While the USA is entangled in a Catholic sex abuse scandal similar events are being revealed in other nations. “Of all the countries where sexual-abuse revelations have scandalized the Roman Catholic Church, Ireland has been among the hardest hit. In the past decade, this predominantly Roman Catholic nation of 3.8 million people—which has exported priests
- [Who is Dr. Francis Collins and should you be concerned?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-dr-francis-collins-and-should-you-be-concerned/) - By Greg Bentley and Dr. Lucija Tomljenovic Doctor Francis Collins is a world renowned physician-geneticist specializing in biomedical science. In 2009, Dr. Collins was appointed Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)[1] and is the supervisor of Dr. Anthony Fauci[2]. Not only is Dr. Collins a famous scientist, he is a self-professed Evangelical Christian
- [Why Does Rome Oppose Christ’s Way of Salvation?](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-does-rome-oppose-christs-way-of-salvation/) - Scriptural Meaning of Justification The precise import of the term “to justify” is clearly seen in that it is the exact opposite or contrast to the term “to condemn.” “It is God that justifies. Who is he that condemns?” (Romans 8:33-34)1 Condemnation is not a process by which a good man is made bad, but
- [Idolatry in the Evangelical Camp – Pictures of “Christ” or the Glory of God?](https://bereanbeacon.org/idolatry-in-the-evangelical-camp-pictures-of-christ-or-the-glory-of-god/) - By J. Virgil Dunbar and Richard Bennett It seems as if most denominations use Warner Sallman’s “Head of Christ” painting, or images like it. These pictures obviously are acceptable images of “Christ” for modern Christians. But in the light of Scripture, can they really be excluded from falling under the Second Commandment? Pictures of “Christ” Are Idols,
- [The Practice of Idolatry Within the Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-practice-of-idolatry-within-the-church/) - By Richard Bennett and Randall Paquette Praise for Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ” resounded from pulpit to pew. It is evident that there are many Christians who, without reservation, are prepared to accept movies about “Christ,” even one in the Catholic tradition. The question, therefore, that must be asked is this: In the
- [The Bible is the Absolute Basis of Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-bible-is-the-absolute-basis-of-truth/) - Scripture Alone is Inspired and Inherently Authoritative. The Biblical message breathed out by God is revelation in written form. (2 Timothy 3:15-16). The Biblical claim is that what God has inspired was His written word (2 Peter 1:20-21). When the Lord Jesus Christ said, “the Scripture cannot be broken” (John 10:35), He was speaking of God’s written word. The
- [Sex, Shame, and the Catholic Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/sex-shame-and-the-catholic-church/) - “Sex, shame and the Catholic Church was Newsweek’s cover story for March 4th, 2002, subtitled “and new soul-searching across America.”[1] One would have hoped that exposure of the Catholic teaching on virginity and celibacy would have been discussed. Instead, the article focused on quoting some facts and figures, and who says what, with no reference
- [The Catholic Origins Of Protestant Eschatology](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-catholic-origins-of-protestant-eschatology/) - by W. J. Mencarow Generally speaking there are four approaches to understanding the scope of the book of Revelation: Idealism, Futurism, Preterism and Historicism. Two were invented by Roman Catholicism and one of the two is taught by most Protestant churches. Idealism Idealism, also known as the Spiritual approach, “spiritualizes” many, if not most, passages
- [Baptism in the New Testament](https://bereanbeacon.org/baptism-in-the-new-testament/) - The glorious history of the Reformation has been entangled in the whole question of the efficacy of the waters of baptism. It appears that impressive Gospel message of salvation by God’s grace alone, through faith alone, and in Christ alone has been ensnared by a Reformed tradition. In the Reformed and Presbyterian world, a huge conflict has
- [Mary Puts Evangelical ECT Signatories In A Bind!](https://bereanbeacon.org/mary-puts-evangelical-ect-signatories-in-a-bind/) - By Richard Bennett The fanfare of Jubilee Year 2000 continued when on May 13th Pope John Paul II gave his homily at the occasion of the beatification ceremony for Francisco and Jacinta Marto at Fatima, Portugal. (For those unfamiliar with Fatima, in 1917, a vision claiming to be Mary appeared to three shepherd children in
- [The Passion of Christ - Mel Gibson’s Vivid Deception](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-passion-of-christ-mel-gibsons-vivid-deception/) - By Richard Bennett and J. Virgil Dunbar There seldom had been a movie that had created such favorable publicity and anticipation in the Evangelical community than The Passion of Christ. A tidal wave of excitement swept the church and the movie world. On Catholic Ash Wednesday, 2004, the film appeared in theaters across America. Evangelical
- [Reformed Leaders Hypnotized by Catholic Teachings of Thomas Aquinas](https://bereanbeacon.org/reformed-leaders-hypnotized-by-catholic-teachings-of-thomas-aquinas/) - By Stuart P. Quint “O foolish Galatians! Who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ hath been evidently set forth, crucified among you?”[i] Why are some leaders in Reformed circles uncritically imbibing the deceptive wine of the “Angelic Doctor” of Rome? Thomas Aquinas is experiencing a revival
- [Sufferings of the English Protestants Under Bloody Queen Mary – The Burning of Latimer, Ridley, Cranmer and Others](https://bereanbeacon.org/sufferings-of-the-english-protestants-under-bloody-queen-mary-the-burning-of-latimer-ridley-cranmer-and-others/) - Chapter 2 taken from "History of Romanism" by John Dowling 5. It would be improper entirely to omit and yet it is not necessary minutely to describe the well known cruel burnings of the English protestants, during the reign of the bigoted and hardhearted woman, whose name has been appropriately handed down to posterity as
- [Are Eastern Orthodox Bishops Really High Priests?](https://bereanbeacon.org/are-eastern-orthodox-bishops-really-high-priests/) - The office of the Bishop is essential to the continuation of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Without the bishops, the Orthodox Church would cease to exist. This paper briefly examines the historical development of this ecclesiastical structure and compares the concept of the Orthodox Bishop with the bishop or overseer as described in the Scriptures.1 The
- [Biblical Communion: True Fellowship with the Lord](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-communion-true-fellowship-with-the-lord/) - Once a person stands before the All Holy God accepted in Christ the Beloved,[1] clothed with the righteousness of Christ, that person has the basis of fellowship with God. In sanctification as He writes His law on the hearts of the believers, they strive to be holy as He is. He is then their God and they are
- [Catholic and Orthodox Counterfeits of Spiritual Fatherhood Part 3: Hierarchical “Fathers”](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-and-orthodox-counterfeits-of-spiritual-fatherhood-part-3-hierarchical-fathers/) - By Yaroslav Sebastian Tegza Former Ukrainian Priest of the Greek Catholic Church Khust, Ukraine The Hierarchical Counterfeit of True Spiritual Fatherhood The sacrament of the priesthood was put into place by church leaders in a special position and led them to achieve a separate and elevated rank. It practically serves as the basis for the separation
- [Tribute Michael de Semlyen](https://bereanbeacon.org/tribute-michael-de-semylen/) - Author and Historian Michael de Semlyen After a period of illness our beloved Brother, Michael de Semlyen was taken home to be with the Lord on February 5th, 2019. Michael was a clear and vocal Protestant of the most gentle yet immovable character who wrote “All Roads Lead to Rome” (1993) and “The Foundations Under Attack
- [Salvation: God’s Grace in Christ Alone Saves](https://bereanbeacon.org/salvation-gods-grace-in-christ-alone-saves/) - by Richard M. Bennett If you are a Catholic, can you say without a doubt that you are right with God at this very moment? Perhaps you will answer, “Well, I’m following the teachings of the Church on how to be right with God.” Then would you agree that those beliefs should match God’s written
- [The Vaudois (Waldenses) and Their Valleys](https://bereanbeacon.org/he-vaudois-waldenses-and-their-valleys/) - From J. A. Wylie, The History of Protestantism , originally published in 1878 Beginning in Vol. I, Book I Ch 6 When Claude died, it can hardly be said that his mantle was taken up by anyone. The battle, although not altogether dropped, was henceforward languidly maintained. Before this time, not a few churches beyond
- [Catholic Persecution of Christian Saints in France](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-persecution-of-christian-saints-in-france/) - Chapter 5: Persecutions in France, Massacre of St. Bartholomew, and Revocation of the Edict of Nantes 29. We have already seen, in the massacres of the Waldenses of Beziers, Menerbe, Lavaur, and other places, that the emissaries of papal vengeance did not always wait for the slow process of inquisitorial examination and torture, to wreak their
- [Fellowship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit](https://bereanbeacon.org/fellowship-with-the-father-son-and-holy-spirit/) - Spiritual communion with God is our essential life as Christians. It is the prerequisite to all revival. This fellowship is the work of the Holy Spirit as He is the Spirit of all grace and sanctification. The beauty and the glory of our communion with God show the emptiness all the attractiveness of the world. The glory and excellence
- [Richard Bennett - From Tradition To Truth -  A Priest’s Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/richard-bennett-from-tradition-to-truth-a-priests-story/) - The Early Years Born Irish, in a family of eight, my early childhood was fulfilled and happy. My father was a colonel in the Irish Army until he retired when I was about nine. As a family, we loved to play, sing, and act, all within a military camp in Dublin. We were a typical
- [Inhumane Persecutions of the Waldenses](https://bereanbeacon.org/inhumane-persecutions-of-the-waldenses/) - Chapter 4: Inhumane Persecutions of the Waldenses We have already given an account of the popish crusade against the Waldenses of the south of France , and the horrible cruelties and massacres inflicted on them by the bloody Montfort and the Pope's legate, at the commencement of the thirteenth century. (Book v., chap. 7, 8.) Nothing
- [Marriage is God’s Institution, Not Papal Rome’s](https://bereanbeacon.org/marriage-is-gods-institution-not-papal-romes/) - The old adage that states, “the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world” could more aptly be declared as “the hand that controls marriage rules the world.” Before we can critique the Catholic Church’s legal control of marriage, we must first examine the biblical source of marriage and establish that it is of divine origin. As
- [The Heritage of the Reformation for the Present Time](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-heritage-of-the-reformation-for-the-present-time/) - By Richard Bennett The Reformation period was full with historical figures and an enormous amount of theological debate. However, in the midst of all the doctrinal issues and Events, there were five biblical principles accepted among the Reformers. In all matters of faith and morals, the final authority is the Bible alone. Before the All
- [Catholic and Orthodox Counterfeits of Spiritual Fatherhood Part 1: Educational “Fathers”](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-and-orthodox-counterfeits-of-spiritual-fatherhood-part-1-educational-fathers/) - By Yaroslav Sebastian Tegza Former Ukrainian Priest of the Greek Catholic Church Khust, Ukraine The concept of “fatherhood” entails several meanings. The first and literal meaning of fatherhood bears a physical connotation. A father is someone who first and foremost gives physical life. That is what we mean when we refer to our parents as “fathers”.
- [An Overview the History of the Catholic Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-overview-the-history-of-the-catholic-church/) - By Richard Bennett The Papal Church, a magnificently rich splendidly housed political and ecclesiastical power, headquartered in Rome stands in stark contrast to what started there in the first century with some pastors ministering to small congregations. The differences are graphic. The early home churches under their pastors looked to the authority of the Word
- [Unplanned but Unevangelized](https://bereanbeacon.org/unplanned-but-unevangelized/) - By Dr. Matthew Cserhati Introduction ‘Unplanned’, a pro-life movie has recently come out detailing the inner workings of Planned Parenthood, the biggest proponent of the abortion industry in this country. The movie revolves around Abby Johnson’s involvement in an abortion clinic in Texas. Abby Johnson finally leaves the abortion industry to join the pro-life movement
- [The Inquisition – Seizure of the Victims – Modes of Torture – Celebration of the Auto Da Fe](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-inquisition-seizure-of-the-victims-modes-of-torture-celebration-of-the-auto-da-fe/) - Chapter 3: The Inquisition - Seizure of the Victims - Modes of Torture, and Celebration of the Auto Da Fe taken from "History of Romanism" by John Dowling 16. Of all the inventions of popish cruelty the Holy Inquisition is the masterpiece. We have already referred to its establishment by Saint Dominic, in the thirteenth century. For
- [The Legacy of the True Historical Patrick](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-legacy-of-the-true-historical-patrick/) - Ireland has a very distinctive history. It was an island untouched by the Roman legions, and Patrick, the Evangelist, brought to it the Gospel of grace. Patrick was descended from a family that had placed their faith in Christ Jesus for at least two generations. He tells us his father was “the deacon Calpurnius, son
- [Pope Benedict’s Address on “Faith Alone” By Miles McKee](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-benedicts-address-on-faith-alone-by-miles-mckee/) - In an address on November 19th 2008, Pope Benedict XVI reflected on the topic that is at the very center of the division between all gospel-based churches and the Church of Rome—the issue of justification, or how we accepted as just (righteous) in the eyes of God.1 In his teaching, the Pope said something very
- [The Biblical Uncovering of the Pope and the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-uncovering-of-the-pope-and-the-papacy/) - The Vatican officially teaches that the Pope is the substitute for Christ Jesus. The words of the official pronouncement are, “The Pope, Bishop of Rome and Peter’s successor, ‘is the perpetual and visible source and foundation of the unity both of the bishops and of the whole company of the faithful.’ ‘For the Roman Pontiff,
- [Pope Francis Covers Up His Promotion of Islam](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-covers-up-his-promotion-of-islam/) - Comment by Richard Bennett On Monday, January 11, 2015, Pope Francis tried to cover up his promotion of Islam by a condemnation of the Jihadists of the Islamic State. Pope Francis told members of the international Diplomatic Corps in the Vatican on Monday that every true religion promotes peace, and by contrast, religious extremists who
- [Yesterday a Priest and today a Missionary – Dario A. Santamaria](https://bereanbeacon.org/yesterday-a-priest-and-today-a-missionary-dario-a-santamaria/) - I was born in Belle, Antiequio, Colombia, on June 22, 1942. I first went to school in the Institute Manuel Jose Caicido taught by the Christian Brothers, an order whose work is teaching children. Here I studied six years. After this, I studied in the school of the Salesian Fathers for five years. My last
- [Identifying the Authentic Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/identifying-the-authentic-early-church/) - By Richard Bennett The early Church understood apostolic doctrine as the written Word of the Apostles as it was contained in the Scriptures. “From the very beginning of the post-apostolic age with the writings of what are known as the Apostolic Fathers (Ignatius, Polycarp, Clement, the Didache, and Barnabas) there was an exclusive appeal to the
- [Recovering the faith of Patrick that the Irish knew for 700 years with Richard Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/recovering-the-faith-of-patrick-that-the-irish-knew-for-700-years-with-richard-bennett/) - In this recently uncovered video, Richard Bennett, addresses a Church in Ireland on St. Patrick's day. Ireland has a very distinctive history and Richard Bennett spent many years researching the authentic Patrick. It was an island untouched by the Roman legions, and Patrick, the Evangelist, brought to it the Gospel of grace. Patrick was descended
- [The Soul of a Priest – Leo Lehmann](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-soul-of-a-priest-leo-lehmann/) - I have seen Roman Catholicism at work on three continents. I have ridden with cardinals in their luxurious limousines past the saluting Swiss Guards and through the Damascus Gate of the Vatican, leading to the Pontiff's private apartments. I have watched while a pope died, saw him buried, and his successor elected and crowned. I
- [The Biblical Mary Vs. Rome’s Counterfeit Mary](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-mary-vs-romes-counterfeit-mary/) - “By asking Mary to pray for us, we acknowledge ourselves to be poor sinners and we address ourselves to the ‘Mother of Mercy,’ the All Holy One.”[1] Such is the superlative praise and veneration that Catholic teaching gives to their Mary. The whole cycle of feasts of the Catholic Church is permeated with her festivals throughout
- [Islamic Ecumenism Deceives and Attacks Christians](https://bereanbeacon.org/islamic-ecumenism-deceives-and-attacks-christians/) - Dear Friend, Deceptive ecumenical outreaches in the Christian world have been persistent in the last forty years. An Islamic outreach to that Christian world is quite unique, however. Because this Islamic overture to peace is so insidious and has been so well received by some major players, it is extremely important to analyze it. The Papacy is involved in
- [John Huss the Reformer – 100 Years Before Luther](https://bereanbeacon.org/john-huss-the-reformer-100-years-before-luther/) - FROM "THE HISTORY OF PROTESTANTISM" VOL. 1 by J. A. Wylie BOOK 3 Chapter 1 IN spring time does the husbandman begin to prepare for the harvest. He turns field after field with the plough, and when all have been got ready for the processes that are to follow, he returns on his steps, scattering
- [Romanizing America through Illegal Immigration](https://bereanbeacon.org/romanizing-america-through-illegal-immigration/) - "These . . . confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth." Hebrews 11:13 By Pastor Ralph Ovadal, April 10, 2006A shortened, edited version of this article appeared in the British Church Newspaper, May 12, 2006. In recent weeks, the advocates of the "rights" of illegal Mexican immigrants, accompanied by and even led
- [The Manufactured Mary of Rome Still Twists Truth with Pope Francis](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-manufactured-mary-of-rome-still-twists-truth-with-pope-francis/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint Mary is one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented persons in history – thanks to the Roman Catholic Church! The biblical Mary is truly a believer whom all generations should call blessed among women, but she is not above them, and she is not blessed on a par with
- [History of the Jesuits](https://bereanbeacon.org/history-of-the-jesuits/) - by Dr. J. A. Wylie LL.D., Excerpted from the massive 2 vol. History of Protestantism Chapter 1 Contents Rome’s New Army—Ignatius Loyola—His Birth—His Wars—He is Wounded—Betakes him to the Legends of the Saints—His Fanaticism Kindled—The Knight-Errant of Mary—The Cave at Manressa— His Mortifications—Comparison between Luther and Ignatius Loyola—An Awakening of the Con- science in both—Luther
- [The Vaudois](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vaudois/) - The Vaudois retreated to the valleys of the Italian Cottian Alps during the second, third, and fourth centuries. The Noble Lesson was one of their documents and it shows conclusively that the language of the Vaudois had not changed substantially in all the centuries they had lived hidden away in their valleys. This confession of faith in poetic
- [Papal Rome and the European Union](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-rome-and-the-european-union/) - By Richard Bennett and Michael de Semlyen Dear Friend, The Vatican has been the most powerful institution in Europe, and although its influence declined at the time of the Reformation it has made a significant recovery in the past two centuries. The Protestant nations of Europe that were religiously, politically and economically freed from a totalitarian
- [Of Polish Origin – Born again by Grace alone – John Kuspa](https://bereanbeacon.org/of-polish-origin-born-again-by-grace-alone-john-kuspa/) - For 26 years Colonel John Kuspa served his country faithfully and with distinction. Colonel Kuspa was a graduate of the US Military Academy at West Point and veteran of the Vietnam war. He received his doctorate in nuclear engineering and served in the Pentagon on the Joint Staff on NATO nuclear policy. Being raised in
- [My Search for Peace, a Nun’s Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-search-for-peace-a-nuns-story/) - Alicia Simpson I was born into a Roman Catholic household. As a child I knew nothing but abuse and ill-treatment from a mother, a father and then a step-father, of whom I was terrified. Because they were people well-known in business and musical circles, their cruelty was never discovered. When the time came for schooling,
- [Praise or Analysis of Pope Francis in the USA?](https://bereanbeacon.org/praise-or-analysis-of-pope-francis-in-the-usa/) - Dear Friend As you study the facts of the case, decide if there should be "Praise or Analysis of Pope Francis while in the USA?" In the article below, we give you the documented facts of the visit and of the Roman Church itself the Pope is meant to lead. Kindly forward the article to others
- [The Conversion of a Catholic Nun: My Testimony of Turning to Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-conversion-of-a-catholic-nun-my-testimony-of-turning-to-christ/) - Amy Bentley Knowing about Christ has been a roundabout sort of thing for me because I became a Roman Catholic after being taught the truth as a child. It was the example and influence of my dear mother that eventually brought me to the relationship I have with God today. She saw to it that
- [Daniel Cristian Florea, Former Priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/daniel-cristian-florea-former-priest-of-the-romanian-orthodox-church/) - I was born in the city of Aiud in the Alba region in December of the year 1974 to a family of Orthodox believers. Our family lived a middle-class life. I remember my father, who sat in the first row in church and did not bother other people. We ourselves put father first in our
- [The Woman at the Well](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-woman-at-the-well/) - Rocio Pestana Segovia The youngest in a family of four brothers and four sisters, I am a Spaniard who was born in Madrid. My family was profoundly involved in the Roman Catholic Church. One of my aunts, Maria Josefa Segovia, was the co-founder of a secular religious order, the Institucion Teresiana,dedicated to education. My Early
- [The Pope Teaches Counterfeit of the True Biblical Trinity](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pope-teaches-counterfeit-of-the-true-biblical-trinity/) - The Pope’s visit to Australia for World Youth Day 2008 was highlighted with his arrival aboard a luxury motor yacht in Sydney Harbor, an indigenous dance welcome, and well into the night the flames of countless torches borne aloft by young people. Benedict XVI gave passing attention to his own political problems with an appropriately
- [Catholic Mysticism Infused into Society](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-mysticism-infused-into-society/) - The strong influence of Catholic mysticism has helped immensely to transform the New Age movement from being merely a counterculture-subculture, to becoming embedded into ordinary society. Catholic mysticism has very effectively and subtly invaded many facets of life without being recognized or critically examined. This has been actively promoted through self-help medical, educational, and psychological programs that
- [Marian Apparitions in Lourdes, France: A Descent into Darkness](https://bereanbeacon.org/marian-apparitions-in-lourdes-france-a-descent-into-darkness/) - Dear Friend,Approximately six million people a year visit the shrine at Lourdes where Mary is venerated. The celebrations of the 150th anniversary of the claimed apparitions of Mary at the site took place there in September 2008. The climax of the festivities was the Pope’s presence to worship Mary and honor the young peasant girl,
- [Vatican Complicity in Croatian Genocide in World War 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-complicity-in-croatian-genocide-in-world-war-2/) - By Richard Bennett and Michael De Semlyen [Editor's note: Roman Catholic denial of the Croatian genocide continues to this day! This article discusses Pope John Paul's beatification of Croatian Archbishop Alois Stepinać, mastermind of the Ustaše atrocities: http://www.balkanalysis.com/blog/2005/04/09/another-side-of-the-pope-john-paul-iis-balkan-legacy/ Read this fearful reaction to Vatican cover-up from a Jewish perspective: https://www.tabletmag.com/jewish-news-and-politics/246116/croatia-rewrite-holocaust-crimes-out-of-history] In 1929, Mussolini signed the
- [Pope Benedict XVI’s god and gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-benedict-xvis-god-and-gospel/) - Dear Friend,Pope Benedict XVI presented to the world his first encyclical called “God is Love.” Since the Pope both distorted the very nature of God and the meaning of a person’s relationship with Him, it is most important we address the encyclical.In the present-day environment of false ecumenism, with the Pope and his Roman Church,
- [History of the Early Church Invalidates Papal Claim of Apostolic Succession](https://bereanbeacon.org/history-of-the-early-church-invalidates-papal-claim-of-apostolic-succession/) - From April 15-20, 2008, Benedict XVI visited the United States and the United Nations as the Pope of the Roman Catholic Church and first representative of the Holy See. Thus, the President welcomed him with the words: “This is your first trip to the United States since you ascended to the Chair of Saint Peter.”[1]
- [The Vatican’s Meddling in Marriages](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vaticans-meddling-in-marriages/) - Marriage is a creation ordinance, belonging to all mankind. As sovereign Lord over His creation, God instituted that male and female should at a proper time leave mother and father and be married, “therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”1 From
- [Dumitru Cornilescu: Former Priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/dumitru-cornilescu-former-priest-of-the-romanian-orthodox-church/) - Dumitru Cornilescu was born in 1891 in the village of Slasoma in the Mehedinti province. His father was a teacher, and his grandfathers both on his mother’s and father’s side were priests. He felt the call to enter the priesthood and went to Bucharest to study theology. Dumitru was unhappy with the formalism and rituals.
- [Mary Worship: A Study of Catholic Dogma and Practice by a Former Nun](https://bereanbeacon.org/mary-worship-a-study-of-catholic-dogma-and-practice-by-a-former-nun/) - INTRODUCTION Jesus said that the truth will set us free. (John 8:32) However, He did not say that the truth would necessarily be easy to accept. It was painful for me to learn the information that I am about to share with you, but it was also liberating and it led to a closer relationship
- [Stylianos I. Charalambakis (1916-2009) Former Priest of the Greek Orthodox Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/stylianos-i-charalambakis-1916-2009-former-priest-of-the-greek-orthodox-church/) - The Apostle Paul writes in the Bible: 1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. Man is born into this world, immersed in ignorance and without knowledge, unable to
- [Roman Catholic Endeavors to Overturn the Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholic-endeavors-to-overturn-the-reformation/) - Just as the primary response of the Roman Catholic Church to the Biblical faith of the Reformers was the Counter-Reformation through the Jesuits, now Pope Francis a Jesuit leads the Roman Church’s endeavors to overturn the Reformation. Thus it is of vital importance that we understand want is involved in these endeavors so as not
- [All I Wanted Was to Know Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/all-i-wanted-was-to-know-jesus/) - Karlene Lynn A few months before she went to be with her Savior, in May of 1995, Karlene Lynn wrote her testimony. Pastor Mike Gendron led her to the Lord, baptized, instructed her in the Christian life, and buried her. Karlene died just eighteen months after receiving the gift of salvation. She had been a
- [Three Catholic Traps Dangerous to Christians](https://bereanbeacon.org/three-catholic-traps-dangerous-to-christians/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint To this day, the Catholic Church seeks to ensnare true Christians in its various schemes. While the Roman Church has modified its tactics through history, nonetheless its goal remains the same: subjugating Bible believers to the Roman Catholic Church. The Catholic Church’s immediate response to the Biblical Reformation[1] of
- [Falling In Love with the Biblical Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/falling-in-love-with-the-biblical-jesus/) - Stan Weber What could change the faith of a Catholic from birth (and former altar boy) in his 38th year? The answer is the grace and power of God and His Word, the Holy Scriptures! Once a fiercely independent electrical engineer, successful businessman, married fifteen years with two children, I had gotten myself into financial
- [The Immaculate Conception: Drama, Dogma, and Disaster](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-immaculate-conception-drama-dogma-and-disaster/) - By Richard Bennett The Roman Catholic world is preparing to commemorate the promulgation of ‘The Immaculate Conception’ of Mary 150 years ago. Much has taken place already to celebrate this event and the climax is expected on 8 December 2004. Worship of Mary, the mother of Jesus, is standard practice in the Church of Rome.
- [The Mystic Plague:  Catholicism Sets a Spiritualist Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-mystic-plague-catholicism-sets-a-spiritualist-agenda/) - By Richard Bennett The Roman Catholic Church is persistent in her quest to draw all to herself. One of her major venues is the marketing of mysticism under various guises. This is because, as different world religions begin to adopt the idea that they must work together for the well-being of civilization, Rome truly believes
- [Are You Right With God?](https://bereanbeacon.org/are-you-right-with-god/) - What devout Catholic doesn’t want to be right with God? If you are a Catholic, can you say without a doubt that you are right with God at this very moment? Perhaps you are thinking, “Well, I’m following the teachings of the Church on how to be right with God.” Then would you agree that
- [Papal Pretense to the Keys of the Apostle Peter](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-pretense-to-the-keys-of-the-apostle-peter/) - For most Catholics the authority of the Pope as derived from Peter is the main cornerstone of their faith. The others it is the lifesaver to fall back on, when all else fails. The Petrine primacy of the Pope is a historic holdover from the false decretals of Constantine and Isidore that we saw in the
- [The Adulation of Man in The Purpose Driven Life](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-adulation-of-man-in-the-purpose-driven-life/) - It is most important therefore to analyze this widespread movement that is afflicting thousands upon thousands of souls across the world. First degrading the nature of God to the level of a doting person who craves for a relationship with sinful mankind is part of what one finds in Rick Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life movement. Reading the Bible
- [The Invincible Gospel & The Modern Evangelical Lie](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-invincible-gospel-the-modern-evangelical-lie-2/) - BY RICHARD BENNETT "That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head,
- [The Pattern of Papal Persecutions: Then and Now](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pattern-of-papal-persecutions-then-and-now/) - By Richard Bennett To recognize the dominant position to which the Roman Catholic Church aspires and which she has always desired, it is essential understand how she has acted in the past¾for the pattern is still the same. Her aspirations must be codified in law before they can be enacted effectively. Rome has always constructed
- [The Purpose Driven Life: Demeaning the Very Nature of God](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-purpose-driven-life-demeaning-the-very-nature-of-god/) - What makes the analysis of Rick Warren’s book and movement so difficult is the fact that Warren presents some basic teaching of God’s purposes for man and man’s purposes to God. This having been said, the fact that these purposes are not presented in a biblically accurate way is all the more dangerous to the true
- [Eastern Orthodoxy, The Mystical Trap](https://bereanbeacon.org/eastern-orthodoxy-the-mystical-trap/) - In recent years interest in the Eastern Orthodox Church among Christians has grown steadily and there have been a number of converts to this religious body. A prime reason for this interest has been the growing fascination with mysticism and ancient tradition which has permeated Western societies. Increasing numbers of Christians are coming into contact
- [The Dubious Legacy of Pope John Paul II](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-dubious-legacy-of-pope-john-paul-ii/) - A work in 1999 applauded John Paul II in the following words, “No other world figure has commanded the admiration he has enjoyed as the globe-trotting (over 1/2 million miles) Pope. His kindly smile and fatherly wave have made the ‘Pope Mobile’ a legend. Although they might disagree with his theology, both Catholics and Protestants have joined
- [Is Catholic Oral Tradition Valid Revelation?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-catholic-oral-tradition-valid-revelation/) - Matthew Cserhati Introductory Questions What is truth? And how can we ascertain what the truth is? According to the Protestant churches, the sole highest authority in determining truth is the Scripture alone. As opposed to this, the Roman Catholic church claims that besides Scripture, her oral tradition also has authority: “As a result the Church,
- [Rome and “Lutherans” Deny Christ Alone Saves](https://bereanbeacon.org/rome-and-lutherans-deny-christ-alone-saves-2/) - Dear Friend,While apostasy is predicted in Scripture, it still comes as a shock to see it face-to-face. The apostasy seen with the Roman Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Federation in October 31, 1999, regarding “The Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification” was called “a milestone in Christian history.” It was also known as “the
- [Biblical Reflections on September 11, 2001](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-reflections-on-september-11-2001/) - By Richard Bennett and Robert Nicholson September 11th, 2001 was for Americans and the world an unforgettable day. We all know the details. Four commercial jetliners were hijacked shortly after taking off from the east coast of the USA bound for the west coast. Two, from Boston, were flown into the gigantic twin towers of
- [Pope Benedict’s Denunciation of True Churches Exposes His Own System](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-benedicts-denunciation-of-true-churches-exposes-his-own-system/) - By Richard Bennett and Michael de Semlyen On July 10, 2007, Pope Benedict XVI released a new decree.[1] In it the Pope has restated his conviction that the Roman Catholic Church is the one Church founded by Jesus Christ and that other churches are either defective or not true Churches at all. What is new
- [Catholic Mysticism and the Emerging Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-mysticism-and-the-emerging-church/) - First we must define just what the term ‘mysticism’ means. Mysticism is an attempt to gain ultimate knowledge of God by a direct experience that bypasses the mind. As practiced by those who claim to be Christian, mysticism not only bypasses the mind, but it circumvents Christ Jesus as mediator. For centuries, the Roman Catholic Church has assimilated
- [Mother Teresa – A Lost Soul?](https://bereanbeacon.org/mother-teresa-a-lost-soul/) - Dear Friend,If you research the influence of Mother Teresa, you will find that it is worldwide. In many different languages, you will find books, magazines, articles, DVDs, CDs, and even Concertos made to honor her and to praise her work for humanity. Some Christian pastors refer to her life as an example of Christian living. The unique aura
- [The Rise of The Man of Sin](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-rise-of-the-man-of-sin/) - I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things.Daniel 7:8 Daniel’s 70th Week: Christ or Antichrist? Unmasking Rome’s
- [Reaching the Catholic with the Gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/reaching-the-catholic-with-the-gospel-2/) - I had great difficulties as a Catholic priest in listening to evangelists in my fourteen years of searching for the true Gospel. Christian radio programs continually told me the amount of things I had to do to “accept Jesus into my heart.” Christian tracts likewise told me the amount of dedication or commitment I needed
- [The Early Authentic Church and the Deception of Roman Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-early-authentic-church-and-the-deception-of-roman-catholicism/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The Apostle Paul would never have recognized the institution that calls itself the Church of Rome nearly 2000 years after he had written his Epistle to the early true believers in Rome. For instance, the Apostle Paul addressed all the believers in the early church in Rome as “…beloved
- [Refuting Pope Francis and the Roman Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/refuting-pope-francis-and-the-roman-church/) - Dear Friend,When you study the facts documented in the article below, you will understand that it is imperative that you disapprove of Pope Francis and the Roman Church. No matter how cleverly Romanism is presented, to accept the Church of Rome as a genuine Christian church is mortally dangerous. In history, there are many examples
- [C.S. Lewis: A Bridge to Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/c-s-lewis-a-bridge-to-rome/) - By J. Saunders “It is largely due to Lewis, an Anglican, that I converted to the Catholic Church…”1 --Mark Brumley, President of RC Ignatius Press “Lewis has been credited (or blamed) in recent years with setting numerous people on the road to Rome. Such Catholic converts have included many of the serious scholars and disciples of Lewis,
- [Absolute Biblical Truth Opposed by Roman Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/absolute-biblical-truth-opposed-by-roman-catholicism/) - The Lord Jesus Christ promised the Apostles, “when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth.”[1] “All truth” signifies all revealed truth, which is recorded in the written Word. This promise was precise, “He will guide you into all truth,” not all truths (plural), but rather “all truth.” God’s truth is an indissoluble, balanced and harmonious
- [Tudor Popescu: Christ Reformed His Soul Former Priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/tudor-popescu-christ-reformed-his-soul-former-priest-of-the-romanian-orthodox-church/) - Tudor Popescu was a priest in the “Stork’s Nest” Church in Bucharest, where he introduced a new way of gospel preaching. He experienced great success with such preaching as well as strong opposition from other priests. Several priests most likely out of jealousy of Popescu’s rising popularity with the Bucharest public began to accuse him
- [An Overview of the History of the Roman Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-overview-of-the-history-of-the-roman-papacy/) - By Richard Bennett The Papal Church, a magnificently rich, splendidly housed political and ecclesiastical power, headquartered in Rome, stands in stark contrast to what started there in the first century with some pastors ministering to small congregations. The differences are graphic. The early home churches under their pastors looked to the authority of the Word of God
- [Josif Trifa:  Former Priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/josif-trifa-former-priest-of-the-romanian-orthodox-church/) - Josif Trifa was born in 1888 in the village Certede, next to Kmpeni in the Western mountains. He attended gymnasium in Bejus and then studied theology in Sibiu. He returned to his home village as a teacher and later was consecrated as a priest. In 1921 Metropolitan Balan invited him to Sibiu to become spiritual
- [The Absolute Basis of Truth: The Bible or Roman Catholic Authority?](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-absolute-basis-of-truth-the-bible-or-roman-catholic-authority/) - by Richard M. Bennett The basis of truth, according to the Bible, must be an absolute standard. Statement: All believers acknowledge that there must be an absolute measure by which a thing may be judged to be truth or false. In times past, that standard was called "the rule of faith" or "the basis of truth", meaning the
- [Papal Economic Ideology Poisons Western Thought](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-economic-ideology-poisons-western-thought/) - By Richard Bennett and Robert J. Nicholson “My kingdom is not of this world,”[1] was the response of the Lord Jesus to Pilate’s interrogation of Him regarding His relationship to the political economy of the Roman Empire. The Lord fulfilled all righteousness in respect to fearing God, and honoring in this case, Caesar, and the
- [The Lord in Whom I have redemption](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-lord-in-whom-i-have-redemption/) - Jennifer Irvine I was born in Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia, during the Second World War. My parents were from several generations of Roman Catholics. I am the third of four daughters. This is a brief outline of my life and later conversion to the knowledge of salvation and the Lord Jesus Christ. When
- [A Nun set Free by God’s Unmerited Grace – Amanda Scopilliti](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-nun-set-free-by-gods-unmerited-grace-amanda-scopilliti/) - Set Free by God’s Unmerited Grace John 8:36“Who the Son sets free, is free indeed.” Early On Prior to reading Ephesians 2:8 and realizing God’s grace is a free gift given through faith, and could not be earned, I thought I would “do” a lot of things for God. At a young age I interpreted
- [“Holy” Francis Drives Forth His Geopolitical Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/holy-francis-drives-forth-his-geopolitical-agenda/) - As the months go by, the world political situation continues to become more unstable. Russia’s Putin has taken Crimea from Ukraine. The Middle East remains engulfed in fighting. Clearly, the shifting global balance of power and impotence of the UN has created an opportunity for Pope Francis to expand his own geopolitical agenda. Thus, donning
- [The Vatican’s Global Plans](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vaticans-global-plans/) - On December 13, 2000, the official Vatican newspaper, L’Osservatore Romano, under the heading, “All are called to build God’s kingdom,” published the Pope’s words from his General Audience of December 6,. The Pontiff declared, “Those who have chosen the way of the Gospel Beatitudes and live as ‘the poor in spirit’, detached from material goods,
- [Shortcomings of the Roman Catholic Apologetic Method](https://bereanbeacon.org/shortcomings-of-the-roman-catholic-apologetic-method/) - by Matthew Cserhati Introduction When confronting another religion, Christianity seeks to vindicate its world- and life view over and against the other religion. Either the entire system of the Christian theistic worldview is true, or it is not. It is not just possibly or probably true, not even just the most probable worldview among many.
- [Biblical Unity or Papal Conformity?](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-unity-or-papal-conformity/) - by Richard Bennett and Michael de Semlyen On Sunday, March 12 2000, the first Sunday of Lent, the Pope presided over a solemn ceremony called “The Day of Pardon” in St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome, in which he asked God for forgiveness for the historical wrongs of the Roman Catholic Church (RCC). The ceremony was presented
- [Hazards Unfolded by Emerging Church Leaders](https://bereanbeacon.org/hazards-unfolded-by-emerging-church-leaders/) - It is quite difficult to define properly the Emerging Church movement. The basic conviction behind the movement is that Christianity needs to be reinvented to become relevant to our postmodern generation. The group desires to make Christianity more appropriate for our time, such as regarding the environment. The Emerging Church leaders hold that the Bible and reason do
- [Has the Church of Rome Changed?](https://bereanbeacon.org/has-the-church-of-rome-changed/) - Many Evangelicals will tell you, “The Catholic Church has changed.” This is because the Catholic Church has enticed Evangelicals—calling them “separated brethren” and dialoguing with them as if the Catholic Church respected their beliefs. Quite a number of people who call themselves Evangelical accept as fact that Papal Rome has changed and are willing to work
- [The Alarming Genius of the Vatican Papal System](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-alarming-genius-of-the-vatican-papal-system/) - Truly, the world is thoroughly enamoured with Pope Francis. Whether it is on television, the radio, Internet news sites, or YouTube videos, Pope Francis is presented as the likeable hero of the day. What most people do not know is the stage on which Francis performs. Without the papal platform, Jorge Mario Bergoglio from Argentina would be unknown
- [Papal Rome Manipulates the European Union](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-rome-manipulates-the-european-union/) - Dear Friend, The Vatican has been the most powerful institution in Europe, and although its influence declined at the time of the Reformation, it has made a significant recovery in the past two centuries. The Protestant nations of Europe that were religiously, politically and economically freed from a totalitarian Roman Church seem now to be
- [Alan Jones’ Reimagining Christianity: the Way Back to Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/alan-jones-reimagining-christianity-the-way-back-to-rome/) - Dear Friend, As we continue to expose the Emergent Church movement, it is very clear that the ecumenical battle plan announced in Vatican Council II and post-Vatican Council II documents is being successfully implemented. The Emergent Church continues to grow and infiltrate churches in the USA and across the world. It was recently announced that
- [The Perilous Fondness for the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-perilous-fondness-for-the-papacy-2/) - The Roman Pontiff and his Church demand respect and obedience throughout the world. The world in response shows a great fondness for the Pope as he addresses and admonishes world leaders and makes declarations on all major events. For example, the official Vatican Information Service on June 4, 2004 reported the explicit rebuke that the
- [Catholic Brainwashing of Evangelicals through ECT](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-brainwashing-of-evangelicals-through-ect/) - by Richard Bennett Many Evangelicals in our day know little of what the true Gospel really is. As a result, many New Evangelicals have embraced Roman Catholic ways of thinking. On May 30, 2004, the New York Times carried news of the alliance called “Evangelicals and Catholics Together” (ECT), a movement that is changing the
- [Jacqueline Kassar a Nuns Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/jacqueline-kassar-a-nuns-story/) - Forty five years of my life were spent as a Roman Catholic, twenty two of them as a nun in an enclosed convent dedicated to adoration, reparation and suffering. I believed it was a nun’s calling to be a miniature savior of the world like Jesus Christ. My Decision to be a Nun After attending
- [The Papal Exploitation of Pentecostalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-papal-exploitation-of-pentecostalism/) - Dear Brethren,The Papacy is ever looking for ways to implement its ecumenical agenda. Its goal is to draw all Evangelicals into the folds of the Roman Catholic Church. Vatican Council II officially proclaimed this objective in its documents in the mid 1960’s. However, the Papacy’s problem was how to find entry points into Evangelical circles
- [Catholic Infiltration of the Charismatic Movement](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-infiltration-of-the-charismatic-movement/) - By Richard Bennett The Catholic Charismatic Movement began in 1967 in the USA and since then it has spread to all nations where the Catholic Church exists. Pope Paul VI, Pope John Paul II, and the present pope, Pope Benedict XVI, have all acknowledged it. Pope John Paul II even delcared that the movement was
- [The Certainty of the Written Word of Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-certainty-of-the-written-word-of-truth/) - By Richard Bennett The Lord Jesus Christ, in His great high priestly prayer, declared clearly the truth of God’s Word. He said, “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.” God’s Word not only contains the truth but rather it is truth itself. This is consistent with the declarations throughout the Old Testament in which the Holy
- [The Influential Nature of Orthodoxy Endangers Christians](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-influential-nature-of-orthodoxy-endangers-christians/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The December 2006 issue of Christianity Today poses the question: “Will the 21st be the Orthodox Century?”[1] It highlights the growing interest among Christians in the doctrines of Eastern Orthodoxy. Some people have even converted to Orthodoxy in the West. For example, Peter Gillquist and a number of former Campus Crusade leaders organized
- [God’s Merciful Grace: Before and After My Life as a Priest – J. Ernest Fresques](https://bereanbeacon.org/gods-merciful-grace-before-and-after-my-life-as-a-priest-j-ernest-fresques/) - As a child, I considered the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as my basic standard of morality. My relationship to my Creator depended on them—or so I was told. The message I received was that I was all right with God as long as I was all right with the Church. I was all right
- [The Alignment of New Evangelicals with Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-alignment-of-new-evangelicals-with-apostasy/) - By Richard Bennett and Michael de Semlyen Evangelicals throughout the centuries have maintained that justification by faith alone is the way in which sinful human beings are in Christ made right before the all Holy God. Justification itself is a judicial declarative act on the part of God alone by which He declares that only in
- [Papal Rome Exalts Her Throne](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-rome-exalts-her-throne/) - On September 5, 2000, the Roman Catholic document called, “Dominus Iesus”[1] was issued by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger; head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.[2] Carrying the full authority of an official Vatican decree, it declares the Roman Catholic Church to be the only “instrument for the salvation of all humanity.”[3] Dominus Iesus
- [Vatican Prepares to Control Through Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-prepares-to-control-through-civil-law/) - Dear Friend,In mid the nineteenth century, Lord Acton one of the greatest Roman Catholic historians of described the Papacy as “the fiend skulking behind the Crucifix.”[1] Acton, famous for his saying, “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely,” clearly pinpointed Papal Rome as the academic and legal cause of the more than six
- [Vatican Ambitions to Deny Economic Freedom](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-ambitions-to-deny-economic-freedom/) - Dear Friend, A biblical understanding of economics is one of the gifts that God gives to sustain us, believer and non-believer alike. Biblical economic principles are to be treasured since they bring some degree of stability and well being into societies. This current pope, like his predecessors, is flagrantly denying private property rights and basic
- [Pope Francis Elected – Mystery of Iniquity Continues](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-elected-mystery-of-iniquity-continues/) - As Pope Francis moves onto the world stage, many people are wondering how he will be generally accepted. The pleasant aura of John Paul II still lingers for many, while the shortcomings of Benedict XVI still color the current scene. More importantly, given the Pope’s exalted position in the world, many will be asking how
- [The Priesthood](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-priesthood/) - There is a common thread that runs throughout the experiences of former priests whose testimonies are in our book, Far from Rome, Near to God: The Testimonies of Fifty Former Catholic Priests. We had a great yearning to be different from those around us. We wanted to be more pure, nearer to God. We wanted to
- [A Labyrinth Way from the Convent to Life in Christ – Eileen Doran](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-labyrinth-way-from-the-convent-to-life-in-christ-eileen-doran/) - THE CONVERSION OF A CATHOLIC NUN I was born into a Catholic family where the rules of the Catholic Church were practiced. After eight years of Catholic elementary school, at thirteen years of age, I entered a preparatory high school for a religious congregation. While in the congregation I attended four years of college and
- [Better to Marry than to Burn](https://bereanbeacon.org/better-to-marry-than-to-burn/) - "...better to marry than to burn...": Boston and the Catholic troubles "Sex, shame and the Catholic Church" was Newsweek's cover story for March 4th, 2002, the subtitle of which was "and new soul-searching across America." One would have hoped that exposure of the Catholic teaching on virginity and celibacy would have been discussed. Instead, the
- [Pope Francis The Fox](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-the-fox/) - By Richard Bennett In Pope Francis’ encyclical, “Laudato Si’, mi’ Signore” (“Praise be to you, my Lord”): On The Common Care Of Our Home,[1]the Pope identifies himself as “the Holy Father,” and as a Christian. Nevertheless, Francis teaches the following in this encyclical, “In the words of this beautiful canticle, Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us
- [Vatican Fake News: “The Reformation Is Over!”](https://bereanbeacon.org/vatican-fake-news-the-reformation-is-over/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The Lord Jesus Christ condemned the Pharisees as they attempted to suppress the truth of the Gospel by equating their traditions with the Bible. “But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees! For ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men; for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer
- [State of Europe Before the Reformation: Church Corruption Prior to Reformation (Chapter 3)](https://bereanbeacon.org/state-of-europe-before-the-reformation-church-corruption-prior-to-reformation-chapter-3/) - State of Europe Before the ReformationExcerpt adapted from History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J. H. Merle D’Aubigne, Swiss Protestant minister, translated by H. White (Oliver & Boyd: Edinburgh: 1846).http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/daubigne/HISTORY_OF_THE_REFORMATION.pdfHistory of the Reformation of the Sixteenth Century. Chapter 3 Church Corruption Prior to Reformation The Proliferation of Darkness in Catholic Religion Let
- [The Wolves of Rome Prey Even Upon the Children](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-wolves-of-rome-prey-even-upon-the-children/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint “But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea.”[1] “Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the
- [Papacy Set to Recapture England: John Henry Newman’s Work Bears Fruit](https://bereanbeacon.org/papacy-set-to-recapture-england-john-henry-newmans-work-bears-fruit/) - It has been 477 years since 1533; the year Henry VIII divorced his first wife, Spanish Catholic Catherine of Aragon, in order to marry Anne Boleyn. The respected historian, Merle d’Aubigne, places Henry’s divorce in its larger context, The conquest of Christian Britain by the papacy occupied all the seventh century…. The sixteenth was the
- [Rome’s Sham “Year of Faith” Betrays Christ’s Gospel](https://bereanbeacon.org/romes-sham-year-of-faith-betrays-christs-gospel/) - Richard Bennett and Timothy Kauffman Editor’s Note: With the resignation of Benedict XVI effective February 28, 2013, Rome will no doubt continue its program of bringing back “Separated Brethren” to the fold of the Roman Catholic Church-State, no matter who the next Pope is. The call of the Bible is clear to all Bible believers:
- [Pope Francis Shows His True Colors](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-shows-his-true-colors/) - By Richard Bennett Pope Francis’s performances and writings give a picture of a man that is two-faced. To build a public image for himself, Bergoglio, once elected, chose the name Pope Francis in honor of St Francis of Assisi. St Francis was known to be a softhearted lover of nature; thus, Pope Francis adroitly implied that he would be similarly unassuming, kind,
- [The Catholic Lutheran Accord Clashes with Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-catholic-lutheran-accord-clashes-with-christ/) - Dear Friend,While apostasy is predicted in Scripture, it still comes as a shock to see it face-to-face. The apostasy in the October 31, 1999, Roman Catholic Church and The Lutheran World Federation “The Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification was called “a milestone in Christian history” “the end of reformation” and other similar statements of
- [Catholic Compromise with Darwinist Evolution](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-compromise-with-darwinist-evolution/) - In his October 23, 1996, address to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Pope John Paul II showed himself to be the epitome of a theistic evolutionist. Concerning the origin of life and evolution, the Pope laid out the problem he would address, “How should the conclusions reached by the diverse scientific disciplines be brought together
- [Rome Commands You Baptist Ecumenists to Surrender!](https://bereanbeacon.org/rome-commands-you-baptist-ecumenists-to-surrender/) - On September 5th 2000, the RC document “Dominus Iesus”[1] (DI) was issued by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.[2] Carrying the full authority of an official Vatican decree, it declares the Roman Catholic Church to be the only “instrument for the salvation of all humanity.”[3] DI has been “ratified and confirmed”
- [The Other Woman <br>Rome Rides Upon the Beast and Will Fall](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-other-woman-rome-rides-upon-the-beast-and-will-fall/) - And the woman was arrayed in purple and scarlet colour, and decked with gold and precious stones and pearls, having a golden cup in her hand full of abominations and filthiness of her fornication Revelation 17:4 By William Mencarrow Rev. 17:13-18“These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast. These shall
- [Are Catholics Christians?](https://bereanbeacon.org/art-are-catholics-christians/) - When Catholicism is examined in the light of biblical faith, the conclusion reached is unavoidable, and the implications of that conclusion must be honestly and carefully weighed. Many evangelicals may be unsettled that such an inquiry is even necessary, while it remains wholly objectionable to advocates of ecumenical unity—both past and present. In our own
- [Papal Promotion of Collective Ownership and Theft](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-promotion-of-collective-ownership-and-theft/) - Dear Friend,A biblical understanding of economics is one of the gifts that God gives to sustain us, believer and non-believer alike. Biblical economic principles are to be treasured as they bring some degree of stability and wellbeing into societies. This current Pope, like his predecessors, is flagrantly denying private property and basic biblical economic principles
- [An Overview of the History of the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-overview-of-the-history-of-the-papacy/) - The Papal Church, a magnificently rich splendidly housed political and ecclesiastical power, headquartered in Rome stands in stark contrast to what started there in the first century with some pastors ministering to small congregations. The differences are graphic. The early home churches under their pastors looked to the authority of the Word as received in
- [Idolatry at the Present Time](https://bereanbeacon.org/idolatry-at-the-present-time/) - By Richard Bennett and Abner Araujo Nowadays, on a popular level, the word “idol” means only an image of a false god, or a heathen deity. However, in Bible and theology dictionaries, the word “idol” means “the worship of Jehovah by means of images,”1 or “the worship of Jehovah under image or symbol.”2 “Idolatry, strictly
- [The Roman Catholic Agenda Embedded in the Manhattan Declaration](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-roman-catholic-agenda-embedded-in-the-manhattan-declaration/) - EDITOR'S NOTE: Of the original 152 Signers, over 100 were “Evangelicals,” including Dr. Daniel Akin, President, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Randy Alcorn, Founder and Director, Eternal Perspective Ministries, Leith Anderson, President of National Association of Evangelicals, Kay Arthur, CEO and Co-founder, Precept Ministries International, Dr. Mark Bailey, President, Dallas Theological Seminary (Dallas), Ken Boa, President,
- [The Gift of Salvation: ECT II The Lie Documented](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-gift-of-salvation-ect-ii-the-lie-documented/) - By Richard Bennett On November 12, 1997, a document entitled “The Gift of Salvation” was signed and published by Evangelical and Roman Catholic leaders. Its expressed intention is to demonstrate the “common Faith” of Evangelicals and Roman Catholics and to further “acknowledge one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.” Since the gift of salvation according to
- [The Lord’s Providence at the World Trade Center](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-lords-providence-at-the-world-trade-center/) - Richard Wozniak (Former Catholic) The first thing I try to do every morning when I wake up is to ask God what it is He will have me do for him. I pray that I will be a light for others so that through me they can see that He is present and I pray
- [From Catholic to the Truth](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-catholic-to-the-truth/) - Robert Emmet Holmes Being a carnal Catholic is having the best of both worlds, or so I thought. However, my carnality and my religion were both taking me to hell. The Catholic Church is like “…the way of an adulterous woman; she eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.”[1] My
- [Scott Hahn’s Route into Apostasy](https://bereanbeacon.org/scott-hahns-route-into-apostasy/) - Dear Friend,There is great affection for the Papacy in the age in which we live. Likewise, there is great interest in those who have embraced the Papacy. It is important that we analyze Scott Hahn’s route into apostasy since he has influenced many. The article below sounds the alarm on the consequences of such apostasy,
- [Evangelicals Embark to Papal Rome](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-embark-to-papal-rome/) - Many Evangelicals in our day know little of what the true Gospel really means. As a result, many New Evangelicals hasten Rome-ward at the expense of their heritage. The New York Times on May 30, 2004, carried news of the alliance called “Evangelicals and Catholics Together” (ECT) showing it as a movement that is changing the face
- [Five Biblical Principles of Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/rome-denies-the-bibles-5-reformation-principles/) - By Richard Bennett All true revival in both Old and New Testament times has been a return to the absolute authority of God’s written Word. The absolute authority of God’s written Word was normative for the Old Testament saints. Likewise, the absolute authority for Christ Jesus and for the apostles was God’s written Word and that alone.
- [My Desire To Do Good](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-desire-to-do-good/) - Wilma Sullivan (Formerly Sister Wilma Marie, R.S.M.) “Sincere” and “zealous” are the words that describe the religious aspects of my life for twenty-nine and a half years as a Roman Catholic. I so desired to do what was right. I went to Mass, received the sacraments, loved my neighbors, and basically tried to do good to
- [The Purpose Driven Life:  Demeaning the Very Nature of God Part 2](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-purpose-driven-life-demeaning-the-very-nature-of-god-part-2/) - By Richard Bennett There is an underlying feature of Rick Warren’s book and movement that makes an analysis of it very difficult. It stems from the fact that Warren presents some basic teaching regarding God’s purpose to glorify Himself and what man should do in relation to God. The fact that none of these purposes
- [Is Roman Catholicism Unraveling from Its Scandals?](https://bereanbeacon.org/is-roman-catholicism-unraveling-from-its-scandals/) - By Richard Bennett and Jim Whitley People Are Departing the Roman Catholic Church The Roman Catholic Church faces a grim future in today’s Ireland, formerly one of the most devout Catholic countries in Europe: “In 2009, the Murphy report on the sexual abuse of children in the archdiocese of Dublin revealed that the Catholic Church’s
- [Sola Scriptura and the Early Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/sola-scriptura-and-the-early-church/) - By William Webster The 16th century Reformation was responsible for restoring to the church the principle of sola Scriptura, a principle that had been operative within the church from the very beginning of the post apostolic age. Initially the apostles taught orally but with the close of the apostolic age, all special revelation that God
- [The Structure of the Roman Catholic State-Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-structure-of-the-roman-catholic-state-church/) - By Richard Bennett The structure of the Roman Catholic Church is a totalitarian hierarchy. Its position as the restored Holy Roman Empire is depicted in the Bible. It must never be forgotten that the Roman Papacy is an absolute, unlimited, tyrannical monarchy—a worldly, secular government. It has its territorial dominions; it has its advocates, ambassadors,
- [Popedom: From Its Inception to the Demise of Pope John Paul II (Part II)](https://bereanbeacon.org/popedom-from-its-inception-to-the-demise-of-pope-john-paul-ii-part-ii/) - Part 2: The Claim and Boast to have the Keys of the Apostle Peter The Papacy is the boast and foundation of the Church of Rome. The Papacy is the pride and joy of ordinary Catholics, giving them, it is stated, a direct link to Jesus Christ. The World loves the Papacy. The Papacy is
- [Evangelicals and Catholics Together…ECT](https://bereanbeacon.org/evangelicals-and-catholics-togetherect/) - By Richard Bennett Die-hard positions on certain fundamental issues have not changed in literally the last thousand years. According to the teaching authority of the Roman Catholic Church, the final authority is the Pope and papal authority. In the Roman Catholic system, a person puportedly saved by grace plus one’s own good works, plus one’s
- [Why I Left the Monastery – Miguel Carvajal](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-i-left-the-monastery-miguel-carvajal/) - I went to a Catholic church in a small town. Not knowing what course to take, I entered the church. The lamp was burning in front of the high altar. I tiptoed along the aisle, and then decided to go through a side door that led into a silent courtyard. I had no place to
- [If I Had Stayed in Roman Catholicism, I Would Not Have Found Jesus – Anibal Pereira Dos Reis](https://bereanbeacon.org/if-i-had-stayed-in-roman-catholicism-i-would-not-have-found-jesus-anibal-pereira-dos-reis/) - From the youngest age, my mother’s father, who was very devoted to religious practices, used to take me to the Catholic solemn rites in the Mother Church. Even before I was 7 years of age, I regularly attended parish instruction on the catechism. On one occasion an obese priest spoke to us, full of energy
- [Popedom: From Its Inception to the Demise of Pope John Paul II (Part I)](https://bereanbeacon.org/popedom-from-its-inception-to-the-demise-of-pope-john-paul-ii-part-i/) - Because of the fascination of the world with the office of the Pope and his power, and because of current discussions regarding who will be the next Pope, it is important to study the topic historically and in the light of Biblical truth. Part I is an overview of the history of the Papacy from
- [Michael Novak, Rome Did Not Create Capitalism](https://bereanbeacon.org/michael-novak-rome-did-not-create-capitalism/) - By Richard Bennett Michael Novak was a Catholic apologist, a novelist, and a diplomat. He is especially known for his book, “The Spirit of Democratic Capitalism.” A highlight of his career, for which he received much adulation, was his article called, “How Christianity Created Capitalism.” In 2012, it still has prominence on the “Acton” website.1
- [Systematic Murder of Believers The Untold History of the Inquisition](https://bereanbeacon.org/systematic-murder-of-believers-the-untold-history-of-the-inquisition/) - Most people at the present time have some knowledge of the Holocaust, the six years of unspeakable horror and suffering to which the Jewish people were subjected under Hitler and the Nazis during the Second World War. Few, however, are aware of the atrocities of systematized torture and murder of Bible-believing Christians and Jews that
- [Once a Jesuit, Now a Child of God – Bob Bush](https://bereanbeacon.org/once-a-jesuit-now-a-child-of-god-bob-bush/) - I began my Catholic journey in a little country town in northern California in the U.S.A. The town was so small that we did not have Mass every Sunday, but a priest used to come once a month if he possibly could to hold Mass in a big public hall. I have both an older
- [Sad State of Europe Pre-Reformation: Rome Routs Christianity (Chapter 1)](https://bereanbeacon.org/sad-state-of-europe-pre-reformation-rome-routs-christianity-chapter-1/) - State of Europe Before the ReformationExcerpt adapted from History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J. H. Merle D’Aubigne, Swiss Protestant minister, translated by H. White (Oliver & Boyd: Edinburgh: 1846).http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/daubigne/HISTORY_OF_THE_REFORMATION.pdf Chapter 1 How the Catholic Church Usurped Early Christianity The Emergence of Authentic Christianity The enfeebled world was tottering on its foundations
- [The Perilous Fondness for the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-perilous-fondness-for-the-papacy/) - Dear Friend,The greatest warning of the Lord Christ Jesus was that which He gave against apostasy. Likewise, the infallible Spirit of God testifies to the danger of apostasy, through the Apostles Paul, Peter and John. (Matthew 7:15, 24:24-25; 2 Thessalonians 2:3-12; 1 Timothy 4:1-2, Acts 20:29, 2 Peter 2:1) The final warning in Revelation Chapter
- [The Vatican Endorses Evolution and Rejects Genesis](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vatican-endorses-evolution-and-rejects-genesis/) - By Dr. Matthew Cserháti Introduction If you ask an average Catholic person what they think about the creation/evolution debate which is raging across America and Europe it is highly likely that they'll respond by saying that they basically have no problem with integrating evolution with their Catholic faith. A common response is that since the
- [From Ritual To Regeneration](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-ritual-to-regeneration/) - By Greg James One of the most gut-wrenching and painful things I have had to face in my life has been the confrontation between the doctrines and claims of my Catholic faith and the Word of God as found in the Holy Scriptures. While far from perfect, I tried my best to be a good
- [Who Is the True Vicar of Christ?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-the-true-vicar-of-christ/) - Dear Friend,It is truly significant that Joseph Ratzinger has been elected as the new Pope as Benedict XVI. Before this he headed up the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (formerly known as the Office of the Inquisition, then the Holy Office).As Joseph Ratzinger is elected as the new Pope more relevant than ever
- [Pilgrimage From Rome – Bartholomew F. Brewer](https://bereanbeacon.org/pilgrimage-from-rome-bartholomew-f-brewer/) - Millions—perhaps the majority—of Roman Catholics are Catholic by name, by culture, or by inertia. Our family, however, was Roman Catholic by conviction. We understood and practiced the teachings of our religion. We believed it to be the “one true church” founded by Jesus Christ. Because of this, we accepted without question everything our priests taught. In
- [From Polish Catholicism to Trusting Christ Alone – Peter Slomski](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-polish-catholicism-to-trusting-christ-alone-peter-slomski/) - “As a Roman Catholic I have always been a Christian and when I die God will judge me by the good I have done in my life.” That is what I had believed from a child, until a school friend challenged me to rethink my belief and see what the Bible actually said. Polish Catholic
- [State of Europe Before the Reformation: Roman Catholic Doctrines Mock Christ (Chapter 2)](https://bereanbeacon.org/state-of-europe-before-the-reformation-roman-catholic-doctrines-mock-christ-chapter-2/) - State of Europe Before the ReformationExcerpt adapted from History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J. H. Merle D’Aubigne, Swiss Protestant minister, translated by H. White (Oliver & Boyd: Edinburgh: 1846).http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/daubigne/HISTORY_OF_THE_REFORMATION.pdfHistory of the Reformation of the Sixteenth Century. Chapter 3 Church Corruption Prior to Reformation The Proliferation of Darkness in Catholic Religion Let
- [Living Water and Peace with God – Mariano Rughi](https://bereanbeacon.org/living-water-and-peace-with-god-mariano-rughi/) - I believe that it is God's will that we who have found spiritual healing through Christ should speak out and testify about this to others, God's purpose being that of touching others through those He has already touched. The Cry of Heresy My conversion from Romanism to Christ did not come about in a moment
- [State of Europe Before the Reformation: God Plants the Seeds of the Reformation in Europe (Chapter 4)](https://bereanbeacon.org/state-of-europe-before-the-reformation-god-plants-the-seeds-of-the-reformation-in-europe-chapter-4/) - State of Europe Before the Reformation Excerpt adapted from History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J. H. Merle D’Aubigne, Swiss Protestant minister, translated by H. White (Oliver & Boyd: Edinburgh: 1846). http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/daubigne/HISTORY_OF_THE_REFORMATION.pdf History of the Reformation of the Sixteenth Century. Chapter 4 God Plants the Seeds of the Reformation in Europe Christianity
- [I Found Christ the Only Mediator – John Zanon](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-found-christ-the-only-mediator-john-zanon/) - I was born in 1910 to poor but devout Roman Catholic parents living in northern Italy. Following my ordination by Cardinal Rossi, June 29, 1935, I was sent to the United States. A few years after I came to this country, I received a table radio as a birthday gift. To my surprise and joy,
- [State of Europe Before the Reformation: The Nations of Europe Prepared for Reformation (Chapter 5)](https://bereanbeacon.org/state-of-europe-before-the-reformation-the-nations-of-europe-prepared-for-reformation-chapter-5/) - State of Europe Before the ReformationExcerpt adapted from History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century by J. H. Merle D’Aubigne, Swiss Protestant minister, translated by H. White (Oliver & Boyd: Edinburgh: 1846).http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/daubigne/HISTORY_OF_THE_REFORMATION.pdfHistory of the Reformation of the Sixteenth Century. Chapter 5 The Nations of Europe Prepared for Reformation Popular Feeling for Freedom Rises We
- [Why True Protestants Protested the UK Papal Visit](https://bereanbeacon.org/why-true-protestants-protested-the-uk-papal-visit/) - By Richard Bennett The Pope's visit begins in Edinburgh on Thursday morning, September 16th, when upon arrival he will be received at Holyrood House by the Queen. The main route after his visit with the Queen is to be along Princes Street where a large number of people are expected to gather. An actor has been
- [The Lord’s Providential Call by Fire – Carmen DaMota](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-lords-providential-call-by-fire-carmen-damota/) - Providential Call by Fire During the Brazilian depression in 1934 my father abandoned our home and my mother found herself with the total responsibility of caring for her family. We were quite poor, my parents had struggled to overcome difficulties and hard times, but our family had togetherness. That is, until my father’s frequent visits to a “Spiritist
- [The Truth Shall Make You Free](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-truth-shall-make-you-free/) - Randy M. Bourgeois Born on the Bayou What a blessing to be born and raised in the heart of Cajun country on Bayou Lafourche in south Louisiana USA. On the bayou, there is ample opportunity to grow and learn in one of the richest cultures of our blessed United States of America. Here in Cajun
- [The False Promise of Forgiveness through Catholic Priests](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-false-promise-of-forgiveness-through-catholic-priests/) - Sins are forgiven as people believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. “Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins.”1 In believing on the finished work of the Lord Christ Jesus, a soul has both one hundred percent right standing with God credited
- [A Priest Asks God for Grace – Charles Berry](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priest-asks-god-for-grace-charles-berry/) - As practicing Catholics, we dedicated half an hour each Sunday to attending Mass, but religion really played a minor part in our family. As a teenager, I was ashamed of my Catholic beliefs, avoiding going to church whenever I could. Then something happened that changed the direction of my life. Suffering to Get to Heaven
- [The Gospel of Grace in Jesus Christ – Thoufic Khouri](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-gospel-of-grace-in-jesus-christ-thoufic-khouri/) - A witness is an Evangelical message, a message that one receives and desires to pass on, a message from the Evangel, and that Evangel is Jesus Christ. This gospel message is a love story, the story of the love between a particular person and Jesus Christ, and that love is now made possible because the
- [Grace in Christ in Hungary – Matthew Cserhati](https://bereanbeacon.org/grace-in-christ-in-hungary-matthew-cserhati/) - I was born in the United States, and upon the behest of my Catholic father, I attended a Catholic private elementary school in Maryland. Later, after I had moved there with my twin brother, I attended a Franciscan high school in the city of Szentendre, Hungary. My uncle, a Franciscan priest, was working in Switzerland.
- [The Immaculate Deception!](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-immaculate-deception/) - Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:3 A Biblical Rebuttal to the Presidential Message on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception By Greg Bentley “And God spake all these words, saying, I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Thou
- [From Dead Religion To New Life In Christ – Vincent O’Shaughnessy](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-dead-religion-to-new-life-in-christ-vincent-oshaughnessy/) - I was born and raised on a farm in West Limerick, Ireland, and the memories of my childhood are happy ones. The youngest of seven children (three sisters and three brothers), I had lots of relatives to visit or to receive as visitors on Sundays after Mass. No one ever missed Mass on Sunday in
- [A Thanksgiving Message](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-thanksgiving-message/) - These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. Hebrews 11:13 Dear Friends in Christ, As Thanksgiving arrives, our hearts are drawn back to Plymouth Massachusetts in 1620—to those courageous
- [Accepted in the Beloved – Laura M. Gorectke](https://bereanbeacon.org/accepted-in-the-beloved-laura-m-gorectke/) - My family has always been closely knit together. I always knew my parents loved me and wanted the best for me. However, they were my parents; they were supposed to love me. Sundays were family days; we would get all dressed up and attend Catholic church together. Mass was only one hour in length, but
- [Rescued by the Grace of God – Cuthbert Dzingirai](https://bereanbeacon.org/rescued-by-the-grace-of-god-cuthbert-dzingirai/) - Painful yoga, endless meditation before candles, hours of labor, empty fasts and undue emphasis on community life that diminished individuality, made me realize that I had joined one of the strictest religious orders for priests. When I joined the order, I was not aware of the differences between secular and regular clergy in the Roman Catholic
- [Rest in God, Not in the Roman Catholic Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/rest-in-god-not-in-the-roman-catholic-church/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint True Bible believers “are kept by the power of God through faith”[1] True believers rest in the foretaste that we have of the Eternal Life that will be ours for all eternity. Jesus Christ prayed, “As Thou has given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal
- [Monk for Twenty Years and then Born Again – Renato di Lorenzo](https://bereanbeacon.org/monk-for-twenty-years-and-then-born-again-renato-di-lorenzo/) - I would never have believed that I would leave the Roman Catholic Church, even less the priesthood. If someone had predicted it, I would have thought it impossible. I entered the Salesian Order at the age of fifteen, and in due time, I was ordained to the priesthood. I worked mainly with young people and
- [My Encounter With God – Guido Scalzi](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-encounter-with-god-guido-scalzi/) - Our little house at Mesoraca was situated in a hamlet called “Filippa” which was not very far from the monastery of the Franciscan Friars, located on top of a beautiful hill. It was there that I as a child went with my family to hear Mass. Majesty and Monastery I remember one particular morning I
- [New Life for a Jesuit Priest – José Rico](https://bereanbeacon.org/new-life-for-a-jesuit-priest-jose-rico/) - After nineteen years of continual, threatened shipwreck in the Roman Catholic priesthood, on the 15 of April 1956, I arrived on the tranquil shores of peace with God through Jesus Christ. Among the reasons for leaving my native Spain was the call of American bishops in the face of the avalanche of Protestantism in Latin
- [The Word of God Came to My Rescue – Joseph Lulich](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-word-of-god-came-to-my-rescue-joseph-lulich/) - My name is Joseph Lulich. I am glad to be able to share with you what the grace of God has done in my life. I speak to you as an older man who has lived most of his life as an ex-Roman Catholic priest, one who once served faithfully and sincerely the Roman church
- [From Death to Life – Carlo Fumagalli](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-death-to-life-carlo-fumagalli/) - My life was tossed about by different opinions and driven here and there by every wind of doctrine (Ephesians 4:14), until I found Jesus the Rock and Cornerstone (Matthew. 21:42, Acts 4:11, Ephesians. 2:20, I Peter 2:6-7), or rather, until Jesus, my glorious Lord and Savior, found me. I can now say with David, “He
- [The Unsearchable Ways of God](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-unsearchable-ways-of-god/) - Mary C. Hertel (formerly Sister Mary Dolora, C.S.J.) Having taken the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience in a Roman Catholic diocesan order, my steps were set in the logical direction prepared by my youth. Raised in a strong Catholic home, educated in Catholic schools for sixteen years, and trained by six years of convent
- [His Banner Over Me Is Love](https://bereanbeacon.org/his-banner-over-me-is-love/) - Jo Ellen Kaminski “He who hears My word...has passed out of death into life.” (John 5:24) At age nineteen, I was baptized a Roman Catholic. I had been searching for God and thought I had found the true religion in Catholicism. My new faith was a great comfort to me, but in a few years
- [This Is My Story](https://bereanbeacon.org/this-is-my-story/) - Doreen Eberhardt (D’Antonio) I was born and raised in a Catholic family. My mother was very devout. The point came in my life when I wanted to serve God in a special way. Since I was a Catholic, the only way I knew was to enter the convent. I decided to enter the Sisters of
- [God’s Grace in New Guinea – Jacob Van der Velden](https://bereanbeacon.org/gods-grace-in-new-guinea-jacob-van-der-velden/) - I made the decision to become a priest out of a deep conviction. I wanted to go as a missionary to the unexplored islands of the Papuas to bring them the message of God, the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I thought that I was well acquainted with all the difficulties that were waiting there for
- [Jesus Saved Even Me – Jose Manuel De Leon](https://bereanbeacon.org/jesus-saved-even-me-jose-manuel-de-leon/) - I was born in Viscaia, Spain, on the 9th of April 1925. At age eleven I lost my father, a victim of the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Some uncles, sincere, yet deceived, set me on the road to studying for the priesthood. I was ordained a priest on the 24th of September 1949. Although for
- [The Truth Set Me Free – Toon Vanhuysse](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-truth-set-me-free-toon-vanhuysse/) - My blessed mother, who died some years back, was such a good woman. She was very gentle and quiet. Is not this the most beautiful ornament with which a woman can adorn herself? (I Peter 3:3-4) She was also a zealous woman and skillful in family ways, supervising the running of the household. She was
- [Do Catholics Possess Life Eternal?](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-catholics-possess-life-eternal/) - by Richard Bennett Dear Friend, Do Catholics Possess Life Eternal? It is with great sensitivity that I write on this question. Because I remember the grip that Catholicism had on my own soul for 48 years, I write with affection for Catholics. Yet while I analyze official Catholic teachings in the light of biblical faith
- [My Path Into Christ’s Joy – Charles A. Bolton](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-path-into-christs-joy-charles-a-bolton/) - I remember on one occasion working in a hayfield from morning until evening under a burning sun, and then, weary and with my skin seeming on fire, going off to a clear blue pool in a shaded woodland to throw off my sweaty clothes and to bathe in the refreshing waters, which were like a
- [The Holy Spirit Leads His People – Roman Mazierski](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-holy-spirit-leads-his-people-roman-mazierski/) - Into the Light and Out of the Darkness The questions I am always asked are, “How did it happen that you have turned to the Lord and become a Bible believer, after having been a Roman Catholic priest for many years? Did you read any Protestant books? Did you approach a Protestant pastor to seek
- [A Catholic Priest Born From Above – Henry Nowakowski](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-catholic-priest-born-from-above-henry-nowakowski/) - And so it was, my life commenced in rural Alberta with two older brothers, John and Peter, both now deceased; and then later, two younger sisters, Gloria and Agnes, both still living. That was my first birth; it would be many years later before I would experience my second birth, my birth from above—my spiritual
- [From Works to the Light of the Gospel – John Preston](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-works-to-the-light-of-the-gospel-john-preston/) - The truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). The truth of Jesus' Gospel has set millions of people free from their sins, burdens, and worries. This is clear proof that the unadulterated Word of the Holy Scriptures is still “the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth” (Romans 1:16). The story of my
- [I Was Not Antagonistic To The Truth – Bruno Bottesin](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-not-antagonistic-to-the-truth-bruno-bottesin/) - I was born in Vicenza, Italy, in 1917. At the age of eleven I entered the Franciscan College to study for the Priesthood. After my ordination I became the pastor of a small mountain parish of Castagnara. In 1954 I was transferred to a larger parish in the city of Chieti. Then Bishop Piasentini invited
- [I Was Blind, Now I See – Jose A. Fernandez](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-blind-now-i-see-jose-a-fernandez/) - I was born blind, not only physically but also spiritually in 1899, in one of the most mountainous and inaccessible regions of Asturias, rightly called the “Spanish Switzerland.” My parents were devout Roman Catholics who had the faith of the “coal man” mentioned by St. Teresa of Avila, that is, they believed implicitly everything that
- [Twenty-Three Years In The Jesuit Order – Luis Padrosa](https://bereanbeacon.org/twenty-three-years-in-the-jesuit-order-luis-padrosa/) - I have found that there is no foundation in the gospel for the dogmas of the Roman Catholic Church. Such a statement from the lips of the Rev. Father Luis Padrosa, dressed in his priest's robes, left the evangelical pastor, Samuel Vila, whose advice he sought in that first memorable interview, almost speechless, with astonishment.
- [Thou Knowest That I love Thee – Juan T. Sanz](https://bereanbeacon.org/thou-knowest-that-i-love-thee-juan-t-sanz/) - I was born April 28, 1930, in Somosiera (Madrid), Spain), the eighth child in a Roman Catholic family. I felt the call to the priesthood when I was thirteen, while listening to a sermon during the Mass (March 19, 1943). For economical reasons, I did not enter the minor seminary of the Diocese of Madrid
- [Life After the Catholic Priesthood – Dominic Stockford](https://bereanbeacon.org/life-after-the-catholic-priesthood-dominic-stockford/) - My parents were converts to Catholicism in their early adulthood. As a result, I was born a “cradle-Catholic” and into a family that dutifully followed every requirement set upon good and faithful Catholics by the pope. No questions were publicly asked of the rights or wrongs of his pronunciations, even when following such rulings resulted
- [Saved by the Free Grace of God – Robert V. Julien](https://bereanbeacon.org/saved-by-the-free-grace-of-god-robert-v-julien/) - I Sought a High Grade with God Looking back upon those years, I can now recognize the real motive behind it all. What I was really seeking was God’s approval and an assurance in my heart that I would make the grade and be worthy to enter God’s heaven when I died. I had no
- [The Professor’s Methods Did Not Work – Celso Muniz](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-professors-methods-did-not-work-celso-muniz/) - Search for Truth From childhood on, I looked restlessly for reality and certainty. In my youthful opinion, it was through the priesthood that I could best experience truth and salvation for the soul. A schoolteacher once said to me, “It is more difficult for a priest to be lost than for a stone to float
- [From Priest to Preacher – J. M. A. Hendriksen](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-priest-to-preacher-j-m-a-hendriksen/) - When in former days in the monastery they came to wake us, they would knock at the door while calling “Blessed be the name of Jesus Christ,” and the response would be “Forever and ever, Amen.” Only then would the caller take it as a sign that we had heard the knock and were awake.
- [Fifty Years in the Church of Rome – Charles Chiniquy](https://bereanbeacon.org/fifty-years-in-the-church-of-rome-charles-chiniquy/) - The Bible was Always Precious to Me In the Church of Rome the Bible is a sealed book, but it was not so with me. I found it precious to my heart when I was a little boy, and when I became a priest of Rome I read it to make me a strong man
- [From Roman Priest to Radio Evangelist – Manuel Garrido Aldama](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-roman-priest-to-radio-evangelist-manuel-garrido-aldama/) - God Meant It for Good Often we may look back on our lives and wonder why certain things happened to us in life’s journey. God’s Word says “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts” (Isaiah 55:9). You know it
- [John Paul II: Blessed in the Sight of God?](https://bereanbeacon.org/john-paul-ii-blessed-in-the-sight-of-god/) - Dear Friend,When Pope John Paul II was alive, he traveled to many different nations of the world receiving a great deal of adulation and veneration. Since his death in 2005, he continued to be adored across the world. Soon, however, the Catholic Church officially designed the religious devotion. From May 1st 2011, the date of
- [Eternal Life in Christ or Despair in Roman Catholic Purgatory?](https://bereanbeacon.org/eternal-life-in-christ-or-despair-in-roman-catholic-purgatory/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint The Roman Catholic Church spells out its teaching on life after death with the heading “The Final Purification, or Purgatory”: “All who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, so as to achieve
- [From Friar to Freedom in Christ - Hugh Farrell](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-friar-to-freedom-in-christ-hugh-farrell/) - “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit” (Romans 8:1). A Pious Desire Many years ago, when I decided to become a priest in the Roman Catholic Church, I wanted to walk with Christ. However, because I was born a
- [The Holy Bible, the Word of God, Guides Me](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-holy-bible-the-word-of-god-guides-me/) - In January of 1949, not long after the Second World War, I was born in Holland. My father was a Roman Catholic, but my mother had no religious preference though she had attended a Evangelical Sunday school in her younger years. Mother’s father was an atheist, and her mother was possibly a Methodist. Before my mother
- [The Emergent Church Movement – Part Two: The Rejection of the Gospel and Authority of Scripture](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-emergent-church-movement-part-two-the-rejection-of-the-gospel-and-authority-of-scripture/) - Leader of Emergent Church Movement Embraces Mysticism The Emerging Church movement has hailed as its "manifesto" Brian McLaren's book, A Generous Orthodoxy. In it, McLaren explains that the genesis and title of the Emergent Church movement takes its model from the growth of a tree,"The meaning of emergent as used in these and other settings
- [A Testimony of God’s Sovereign Grace – Gearóid Marley](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-testimony-of-gods-sovereign-grace-gearoid-marley/) - Like most boys in the Republic of Ireland in the 1980s I was brought up a Roman Catholic. My parents taught me to live a good life, say my prayers, and attend Mass every Sunday. I believed there was a God, but I did not know Him personally. I prayed as my mother taught me,
- [A Matter of Life and Death – Cynthia B. Lindstedt](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-matter-of-life-and-death-cynthia-b-lindstedt/) - As long as I can remember, I believed in God. I was brought up Roman Catholic and considered myself a Christian. Although I did not attend Catholic grade school, at age seven I was sent to catechism classes in preparation for my First Holy Communion. I did not understand what it was all about, but
- [Christ Alone is the Way – Henry Gregory Adams](https://bereanbeacon.org/christ-alone-is-the-way-henry-gregory-adams/) - What great relief and heavenly peace came into my soul when Christ found me, a lost sinner! I was born of Roman Catholic parents in Wolseley, Saskatchewan, Canada and brought up strictly in the Roman Catholic faith. From early youth I was trying to be good, yet falling progressively into sin. With the rest of
- [There Is Power in Christ’s Atoning Blood – Simon Kottoor](https://bereanbeacon.org/there-is-power-in-christs-atoning-blood-simon-kottoor/) - The Lord Teaches Me I “baptized” many infants, pouring water on their heads. I, officiated at public processions in honor and veneration of dead “saints,” holding their wooden images, even thought the second commandment of God strictly forbids even the making of graven images. I offered the daily Mass, which I falsely believed was the
- [Out of Hell and Purgatory – Peter Alphonsus Sequin](https://bereanbeacon.org/out-of-hell-and-purgatory-peter-alphonsus-sequin/) - I was born in Rigand County in the province of Vaudreuil, Quebec, Canada. I was the ninth child of ten children; there being eight boys and two girls. My parents were exceedingly devout Roman Catholics. They were good, moral, sober, and industrious people who did their best to raise their children for God and country,
- [Mother’s Vocation and God’s Grace](https://bereanbeacon.org/mothers-vocation-and-gods-grace/) - Donna Spader Shire (Formerly Sister Madonna Therese) Of the sixteen children born to my parents, two became priests and I became a nun. From earliest childhood we were taught that the Catholic Church was the only true church, and that in order to one day gain eternal life in heaven, we must be good and do
- [I Was A Blind Leader Of The Blind – Salvatore Gargiulo](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-was-a-blind-leader-of-the-blind-salvatore-gargiulo/) - “...Can the blind lead the blind? shall theynot both fall into the ditch?” (Luke 6:39)My name is Salvatore Gargiulo. I was converted to the Gospel of the Lord Jesus in 1977, and I am now serving Him in the same place where I previously followed the calling of a Roman Catholic priest. My conversion came
- [Three Strikes and You’re In! - John Stewart Lindstedt](https://bereanbeacon.org/three-strikes-and-youre-in-john-stewart-lindstedt/) - Faith, I was taught, meant trusting in the Holy Roman Catholic Church, never questioning what you were instructed and never challenging its sacred doctrines. Nuns and priests drilled this dictum into me repeatedly during my Catholic grade school education. Church hierarchy was an immovable force never to be questioned or challenged. Yet, as I grew
- [From Darkness to Light: The Testimony of an Altar Boy](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-darkness-to-light-the-testimony-of-an-altar-boy/) - Anthony “Tony” Carosi Learning to be a Good Catholic Boy On March 7, 1960, I was born to Guido Luigi Carosi, and Mary Louise (Ruffo) Carosi at 49th and Lancaster Sts. in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. My family was Italian-American and devoutly Roman Catholic. Soon after my birth, I was baptized into the Church.
- [Snake Poisoned, then more than Revived - Alexander Lennox](https://bereanbeacon.org/snake-poisoned-then-more-than-revived-alexander-lennox/) - I first heard the Gospel in 1968 when I worked at the King George the 5th Docks in Glasgow as a stevedore. One day, a young man by the name Tommy Lavery came to work in my gang, Tommy, being a blood-washed, born-again believer in Jesus Christ, lost no time proclaiming Jesus Christ as the
- [From Confusion to Understanding](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-confusion-to-understanding/) - Paul Smith My name is Paul; I am the eleventh child of a large Roman Catholic Family, which totaled fourteen children—seven boys and seven girls. Some of my earliest memories include my parents walking us up to Saint Mary’s Church, which was one block up the street from our house. We would file into the
- [Muslim Jesus vs Biblical Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/muslim-jesus-vs-biblical-jesus/) - Muslim Jesus vs. Biblical JesusTwenty Two Scriptural Reasons Why They Are Not the Same JesusA Compilation and Comparison by James Sundquist,President, Rock Salt Publishing, rock.salt@verizon.net The Islamic position on the identity of Jesus is taken from the Koran and Hadiths, which together comprise the ultimate authority in the Muslim Religion. Most Muslims are not aware
- [A Priest, but a Stranger To God – Joseph Tremblay](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-priest-but-a-stranger-to-god-joseph-tremblay/) - It all began in 1964, in Chile, while I was a missionary in the Congregation of the Oblate Fathers of Mary Immaculate and ended in Canada in 1966. What happened between these two dates? The salvation of my soul. I had wanted to give myself to Him. I had really thought to have already done
- [My ‘Damascus Road’ – Francisco Lacueva](https://bereanbeacon.org/my-damascus-road-francisco-lacueva/) - I was born of Roman Catholic parents on the 28th of September 1911, in San Celoni, province of Barcelona, Spain. My father died in 1918 at an early age during the influenza epidemic that visited so many homes in my country. I was only six, and my mother had to work hard from then on,
- [And the Truth Made Me Free – Sophia Tekien](https://bereanbeacon.org/and-the-truth-made-me-free-sophia-tekien/) - Brought up in a strict Roman Catholic family where the emphasis was on God’s punishment for sins, I was very much afraid of Him. From my early years, it was also impressed upon me that Jesus founded the Roman Catholic Church, and that only in the Catholic Church was He actually present (body and blood)
- [The Papacy and Islam](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-papacy-and-islam/) - By Richard Bennett and Robert J. Nicholson New Partnership With Muslims In his message to the predominately Muslim nation of Kazakhstan twelve days after the horrors of September 11, 2001, Pope John Paul II declared, “‘There is one God’. The Apostle proclaims before all else the absolute oneness of God. This is a truth which
- [To Follow Jesus Without Compromise - Victor J. Affonso](https://bereanbeacon.org/to-follow-jesus-without-compromise-victor-j-affonso/) - At the age of twenty-three, I was a successful commercial artist on the verge of going abroad where a job was awaiting me. I was happy at the prospect of leaving India and, thereby, also escaping the terrible anguish caused of seeing the misery of the poor in the streets of Bombay. Political saviors like
- [Salvation and the Sacraments](https://bereanbeacon.org/salvation-and-the-sacraments/) - Quite a number of people have become Roman Catholics because of the appeal of the Catholic Sacraments. It is necessary therefore to see just what is attractive in these seven signs of Catholicism and to analyze the same in the light of Biblical truth. The most important difference between Biblical faith and Roman Catholicism is
- [An Irresistible Call – Cipriano Valdes Jaimes](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-irresistible-call-cipriano-valdes-jaimes/) - You and I have no doubt seen at one time or another a man dressed in a long black or white robe, walking along with his hands folded and with a serene expression on his face. Our first thought may have been that we were looking at a “ god, dressed like a man,” to
- [The Emergent Church Movement – Part One: The Methods Used by One of Its Primary Leaders](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-emergent-church-movement-part-one-the-methods-used-by-one-of-its-primary-leaders/) - Dear Friend,When the Catholic blueprint for false ecumenism appears in Evangelical circles, it is time to sound the alarm. The Emerging Church movement has become such a toxic and dangerous threat at the present time that I see it will take three articles to analyze it. In this first article I will deal with the methods employed by Brian
- [I Found Everything When I Found Christ – Anthony Pezzotta](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-found-everything-when-i-found-christ-anthony-pezzotta/) - While studying theology in England, I began to have serious doubts concerning certain doctrines of my Church, which I found difficult to reconcile with Scripture. These doubts continued to trouble me even after my ordination, but I endeavored to smother them by plunging into my studies and teaching assignments. My schedule was so heavy that
- [The Emerging Church Movement Pt. 3: The Catholic Connection to Eastern Mysticism](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-emerging-church-movement-pt-3-the-catholic-connection-to-eastern-mysticism/) - Dear Partner in the Gospel,As the Emergent Church movement continues to affect many people across the world, it is truly the time to expose its pernicious teachings. In our first article, we showed how the Emergent Church markets Catholicism. Our second article showed how Brian McLaren, one of their leaders, sets aside the Gospel and the authority of
- [Do You Read the Scriptures? – Michael F. Scotto](https://bereanbeacon.org/do-you-read-the-scriptures-michael-f-scotto/) - I had never seriously studied the Scriptures and did not know anyone who did. I had seen my brother reading a Bible in his bed when we were boys, but when I had tried to read it, I often found myself more confused than before I began. However, there I was, looking for answers, stuck
- [An Interview with Robert Selvam’s a former Catholic from Sri Lanka](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-interview-with-robert-selvams-a-former-catholic-from-sri-lanka/) - Robert Selvam from Sri Lanka shares his touching story in an interview with former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett. Robert comes to trust in Christ alone for his salvation, truly a work of grace and
- [I Had Never Heard the True Gospel By Peggy O’Neill](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-had-never-heard-the-true-gospel-by-peggy-oneill/) - I served as a sister in a religious order for about fifty years and during all that time, I had never heard the true Gospel. Certain things may be let ride, but when it comes to the Gospel there can be no compromise, because the Gospel is the power of God for salvation. A false
- [A Training Ground for Discernment – Mary McGuigan](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-training-ground-for-discernment-mary-mcguigan/) - Mom was a “devout” Methodist in 1913 when she “dared” to marry a “devout” Catholic man. As a result, her family disowned her. This was later negated when the loving sisters of Mom chose to renew relationships in their golden years. Into this union were born eighteen children: eleven boys and seven girls. Three of
- [The First Martyrs of the Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-first-martyrs-of-the-reformation-2/) - This video features Historian Sinclair Horne as interviewed by Richard Bennett. Patrick Hamilton and George Wishart were the first martyrs in Scotland. Their lives and their martyrdom were the trigger to set the Reformation on the right course in Scotland and later across the world. The program was made on location at two historical settings
- [The Weight of Responsibility to Accountability in Christ – Joe Mizzi](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-weight-of-responsibility-to-accountability-in-christ-joe-mizzi/) - I was born in 1966 on the tiny island of Malta, in the middle of the Mediterranean. My dear parents were hard-working people. Although my father was employed full-time, his salary was not sufficient to support the family, so he also worked as a farmer. My mother not only took care of the house and
- [From the Monastery to the Ministry – José Borras](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-the-monastery-to-the-ministry-jose-borras/) - I was a young priest and teacher in a school of Spain when the nun asked me Sunday after Sunday to do something against the Protestants. “They are deceiving the simple people, and with material gifts they are winning many good persons for their heretical group,” the nun said. Willing to defend the Gospel of
- [From Ritual to Relationship – Jackie Alnor](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-ritual-to-relationship-jackie-alnor/) - As a baby boomer, I was raised in a large Roman Catholic family during the 1950s and 60s in Los Angeles County, USA. I have many fond memories, and painful ones as well, of growing up Catholic. I was the middle child in a large close-knit family of nine children, and we were all educated
- [Pope Francis Shows His True Colors](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-shows-his-true-colors-3/) - Cardinal Bergoglio, once elected, chose the name Pope Francis in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis was known to be a softhearted lover of nature. Accordingly, Pope Francis cleverly implied that he would be similarly unassuming, kind, and harmless. On the other hand, from his first speech and his subsequent presentations, he has
- [From Cafeteria Catholicism to Biblical Christianity – Ryan Zink](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-cafeteria-catholicism-to-biblical-christianity-ryan-zink/) - My father is an atheist; my mother is a Christian. I was born in Kansas in 1978, and I cannot remember ever seriously doubting the existence of God. A s a child, my spiritual influences were my mother and her parents. I remember my mother, quietly reading her Bible in her recliner, and as the
- [True Gospel in the Context of My Own Testimony – Richard M. Bennett](https://bereanbeacon.org/true-gospel-in-the-context-of-my-own-testimony-richard-m-bennett/) - By Richard Bennett By Richard Bennett From the time I was a young boy in Dublin, Ireland, I was taught to look within myself for holiness. In my years in a Jesuit elementary and secondary school, I was trained to look within myself for moral goodness through sacraments and mental prayer. I was ordained as
- [I Received Mercy – Edoardo Labanchi](https://bereanbeacon.org/i-received-mercy-edoardo-labanchi/) - Ceylon When I arrived in Ceylon, not yet an ordained priest, I was sent to work in a college before starting my theological studies. The Jesuits have a long period of training. Very soon I became greatly disillusioned at the lack of any zeal on the part of the Catholic missionaries to convert the heathen.
- [Free Indeed - Alexander (Sandy) Carson](https://bereanbeacon.org/free-indeed-alexander-sandy-carson/) - “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” (II Timothy 3:16-17) From childhood to age forty-four, seventeen years as a Roman priest (1955-1972), the Roman Catholic Church had
- [From the Kingdom of Darkness into the Kingdom of Light - Arnold Urbonas](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-the-kingdom-of-darkness-into-the-kingdom-of-light-arnold-urbonas/) - As a former devout Catholic, I am writing this testimony to point you to the light, which is Jesus Christ the Lord. Having been a Catholic believer when I was growing up, I thought that the way to salvation was obedience to the Roman Catholic teachings, which was not resting my confidence in Christ, but
- [Pope Francis: Stalwart Reformer or Diehard Pontiff?](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-stalwart-reformer-or-diehard-pontiff/) - The serious question that is proposed in this video requires an answer. Many people across the world are convinced that Pope Francis is a resolute reformer. However, when you carefully analyze Francis’ modus operandi, his purpose of portraying himself as a reformer is revealed. On the other hand, in Francis’ first encyclical letter, the diehard
- [A Bride of Christ - Mary Ann Pakiz](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-bride-of-christ-mary-ann-pakiz/) - God’s Word Needs No Authority Other Than Itself God’s Word needs no authority other than itself. When I comprehended that principle, I was free--free to search the Scriptures for truth! In them, I found the way to God. Man gets to God, God's way, through Jesus Christ, as revealed in the Bible. “I am the
- [Saved from the Train to Destruction](https://bereanbeacon.org/saved-from-the-train-to-destruction/) - John M. Turack (Lt. Col., USAF Ret.) During the terrible holocaust in the middle of the 20th century, the Germans employed trains to carry Jews and their sympathizers to their physical destruction. A few were saved. From birth, we are all on a religious train bound for eternal destruction. It is the course of events
- [The Turning Point – Kirk Patrick Haggerty](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-turning-point-kirk-patrick-haggerty/) - I was born and raised in a suburb of Los Angeles, California. My father’s ancestors came from Ireland and we still have the original family name. My father was a steel worker and a Marine Corp veteran of the Korean War. My mother was a full-time homemaker and mother of seven children. We attended St.
- [Are Catholics Christian?](https://bereanbeacon.org/are-catholics-christian-2/) - Richard Bennett, a former Dominican priest, gives a clear presentation of what being a Roman Catholic is and what it means to be a Christian as defined in the Bible. A detailed comparison is giving showing side by side what the Bible shows and what the catholic Catechism says, complete contradictions!
- [Life from the Hand of My Father](https://bereanbeacon.org/life-from-the-hand-of-my-father/) - Barbara Ann Merz I was born in 1953 in Brooklyn, New York, to Sicilian-American parents, who brought me to church about a month later to be baptized into the Roman Catholic “religion.” Raised a Catholic As a young child on Long Island, New York, I constantly felt drawn toward anything related to God. I cherished
- [A Medical Nun – Lolly Harding](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-medical-nun-lolly-harding/) - Callous treatment of a skilled drug-addicted nun-surgeon by her peer group in the Catholic Medical Missionary Order caused me, a dedicated nun, to become disillusioned. Within every person lies a marvelous adventure story of his life. Here is my story and the three torturous, separate paths I took on my journey toward peace and reconciliation
- [From Darkness to Light – A. J. Krause](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-darkness-to-light-a-j-krause/) - Few people have ever loved or respected the Catholic Church more than me. As we lived just a stone’s throw from St. Dominic’s Church and school, my sister and I were raised in the church. Members of the Krause family, as far back as granddad could remember, were all good Catholics. We had a proud
- [Two former Catholic Priests and a Nun Testify of Conversion to Christianity](https://bereanbeacon.org/two-former-catholic-priests-and-a-nun-testify-of-conversion-to-christianity/) - Classic interview of former priest Richard Bennett, Bart Brewer and former Nun Rocio Pestana Segovia. A vary candid discussion of the ecumenical movement, promise keepers and the difficulties in coming out of the Catholic Church. Each of these former Catholic clergy share their testimony of coming to biblical faith and true salvation.
- [Roman Catholicism Exposed. Questions and Answers with a former Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholicism-exposed-questions-and-answers-with-a-former-priest-2/) - Former Roman Catholic priest of 22 years Richard Bennett, is asked a series of questions by Larry Wessel’s while attending a conference with numerous evangelical speakers such as John MacArthur, John Ankerberg, Dave Hunt & many others. The conference was held in Dallas in 1999 to answer the second rendition of the “Evangelicals and Catholics
- [Biblical Refutation of Biologos COVID Statement: Part 1](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-refutation-of-biologos-covid-statement-part-1/) - By Randall Rathbun Introductory Note from the Berean Beacon to the Reader, True Christians loyal to God must reject Biologos[1] “A Christian Statement on Science for Pandemic Times”.[2] The Biologos Statement is as dangerous a trap today as the Roman Catholic “Evangelicals and Catholics Together”[3] was in 1994. Both entice Christians to unite with unbelievers
- [Two Former Priests Analyze Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/two-former-priests-analyze-catholicism-2/) - In the interview, former priest Henry Nowakowski’s discusses his life dedicated to the Catholic priesthood. Henry’s seminary training and experience reveals much of the heart of Papal Rome. Very informative also was their joint analysis of the Vatican Council II. The high-point of the interview was Henry Nowakowski’s analyses of the contrast of God’s sovereignty
- [In Maximum Security Prison Yet Free in Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/in-maximum-security-prison-yet-free-in-christ/) - As I write this, I am in a prison cell. I write this for the glory of God, for it is He alone that is worthy. I write this with a heavy heart for Catholics. There are many Catholics in this prison. Many of my friends are Catholic. I write this to sincere Catholics to
- [From Religion to Relationship - Jim Tetlow](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-religion-to-relationship-jim-tetlow/) - Catholicism – A Family Tradition I was raised in a large family, the fifth born of six children. Each week I attended Catholic Church with my mom and siblings. My mom was the overseer of our religious education and Catholic upbringing. Even on vacations, she would faithfully load us up into the station wagon and
- [What Every Catholic Should Know](https://bereanbeacon.org/what-every-catholic-should-know/) - Every good Catholic wants to please God in this present life and, when life on earth is over, hopes to live with Him forever. It is a noble goal based on personal beliefs about God and how to know Him. However, noble intentions and personal beliefs about God do not guarantee results—or eternal life. I
- [Catholic Political Coercion using Civil Law](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-political-coercion-using-civil-law/) - Catholic Political Coercion is what the Catholic Church thrived on for many years throughout the Middle Ages. Although her methods have changed, her goals have never changed, as one can see in this video. Her ability to grow in strength and numbers was and still is in proportion to her legal agreements (concordants) http://www.concordatwatch.eu with
- [From Bondage to Freedom in Christ – Mary Allen](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-bondage-to-freedom-in-christ-mary-allen/) - During most of my life, I never even considered salvation in Christ, because I did not even know about it. It was the Lord’s desire that I be saved before I was born! What a blessing! Scripture says that each believer was chosen before the foundation of the world, “According as he hath chosen us
- [The Foundations Under Attack](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-foundations-under-attack-3/) - The-Foundation-Under-AttackDownload
- [Catholic Endeavors to Overturn the Reformation](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-endeavors-to-overturn-the-reformation/) - Richard Bennett exposes Pope Francis’s meeting with the Lutherans on the 500 year anniversary of the Reformation. Just as the primary response of the Roman Catholic Church to the Biblical faith of the Reformers was the Counter-Reformation through the Jesuits, now Pope Francis a Jesuit leads the Roman Church’s endeavors to overturn the Reformation. Thus
- [Finding True Freedom in Christ:  Nancy Hohman](https://bereanbeacon.org/finding-true-freedom-in-christ-nancy-hohman/) - Like any teenager, the dream of my life was to have a family and home of my own. I attended public school during the week and catechism class on Saturdays. A Franciscan Order of sisters taught the catechism and one sister in particular played an important part in my life. She invited me to join
- [Identifying the early Christian Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/identifying-the-early-christian-church/) - Who were the first “Christians”? The Roman Catholic Church makes wild claims about this subject but what do we know from recorded history and the Bible? Listen as Richard Bennett provides sources and quotes to support an “undoctored” history of the Church, the Body of Christ.
- [What is the One True Church?](https://bereanbeacon.org/what-is-the-one-true-church/) - The world is told that Peter was appointed as the first Pope and the Catholic Church is the One True Church. Therefore, must all people obey the Pope?
- [Catholic Sacraments: Ruthless Trafficking in Human Souls](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-sacraments-ruthless-trafficking-in-human-souls/) - By Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint Before a general audience in Rome in 2013, Pope Francis declared: “First of all, the communion of the Sacraments. The Sacraments express and realize an effective and profound communion among us, for in them we encounter Christ the Saviour and, through him, our brothers and sisters in faith. The
- [Doctor Lucija Tomljenovic – Chosen by God](https://bereanbeacon.org/doctor-lucija-tomljenovic-chosen-by-god-2/) - Doctor Lucija Tomljenovic has a wonderful story of being born and raised in a Catholic family from Croatia. Her love for biology and science led her across many continents in a quest for truth in both Science and Religion. In this gripping tale you will discover how Lucija came to understand that she was Chosen
- [A Great Sinner Coming to Know the Only Savior Jesus](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-great-sinner-coming-to-know-the-only-savior-jesus/) - Joe Flahive As I share the most amazing event in my life, I would like to interject along the way truths I have found from verses in the Bible, which explain the utter despair of my early life, indeed anyone’s life—apart from true faith in the Person of Jesus Christ and the amazing peace and
- [Exposing Pope Francis and the Roman Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/exposing-pope-francis-and-the-roman-church-3/) - Not only does the Roman system conceal its own wickedness, it exalts the glory that the world gives to Pope Francis, truly amazing as the world wonders after him. That man of sin that claims to be the Holy Father and Head of the Lord’s Church mocks our Lord and our Heavenly Father. The exposing
- [Treadmills, Bondage, Tombstones, and Grace - Bernard R. Hertel](https://bereanbeacon.org/treadmills-bondage-tombstones-and-grace-bernard-r-hertel/) - As a child, I tried desperately to be good, yet constantly failed. I was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1944 to a “good” Catholic family. Along with my older brother and sister, I went to Catholic grade school, high school, and college. I liked all the priests and nuns who taught us in our home
- [Satanic Catholic Mysticism and the Emerging Church movement](https://bereanbeacon.org/satanic-catholic-mysticism-and-the-emerging-church-movement-2/) - Find out exactly what is behind Catholic mysticism and how is it connected to the Emergent church moment? Former Catholic Priest Richard Bennett breaks down the deceptive veil to expose the false teaching of the Emerging Church.
- [The True History of the Real Patrick of Ireland](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-true-history-of-the-real-patrick-of-ireland/) - Patrick the Christian Evangelist, who brought the true Gospel of Christ to the Irish, is an historical figure that needs to be heard in his own reverberating words and feelings. Patrick was most certainly not a Roman Catholic but hijacked by Vatican revisionist. The heartbeat and the soul of Patrick was the Gospel in Christ
- [We ought to obey God rather than men-God’s grace in the life of a priest<br> - Nino Tirelli](https://bereanbeacon.org/we-ought-to-obey-god-rather-than-men-gods-grace-in-the-life-of-a-priest-nino-tirelli/) - Dear brothers, sisters, and friends; in gratitude and praise to the Triune God, and in the joy of our salvation freely granted through the Blood of the Lamb, I rejoice in this opportunity to present my testimony to you, as I remember His promise: “Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess
- [Reaching Roman Catholics with the Love of Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/reaching-roman-catholics-with-the-love-of-christ-2/) - Reaching Catholics with the Lords love. This topic was presented by Richard Bennett during a evangelistic outreach in the town hall of Stornoway, Scotland on the Isle of Lewis. The Message expresses his deepest desire to give the correct Gospel message to precious Catholic people.
- [Ask a Priest: Why Do Bible Christians Hate Catholics?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-why-do-bible-christians-hate-catholics/) - Many people think that by exposing the false teaching of the Roman Catholic Church, it is an act of aggression against people who are Roman Catholic. Watch and listen as former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett explains that it is out of a deep sense of love for catholic people that propels this ministry.
- [Ask a Priest: Did the Roman Catholic Church Really Give Us the Bible?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-did-the-roman-catholic-church-really-give-us-the-bible/) - Catholic apologists claim that the Roman Catholic Church produced the Holy Bible. Who really gave us the Bible? Was it passed down from Christians of old or was it given to us through the Roman Catholic religion? Hear the answer from former Roman Catholic Priest Richard Bennett.
- [The Biblical Mary Vs. the Catholic Queen of Heaven](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-biblical-mary-vs-the-catholic-queen-of-heaven/) - The Catholic Church constructs a parallel of Mary to Christ Jesus. It teaches that just as Christ was sinless, so was Mary. Just as grace comes from Christ, so Mary is the mother of grace. Just as the Lord saves His people from their sins, so Mary is the cause of salvation. The Bible clearly
- [The Cunning Genius of the Vatican Papal System](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-cunning-genius-of-the-vatican-papal-system-2/) - As the history of the structure of the Catholic Church is alarming, an exposure of its system is essential. Biblical and historical analysis of the Papal system is required so that its influence can be prevented. In dealing with Papal Rome, it is utterly important to remember that “those who do not learn from history
- [Antichrist: The Key to Pope Francis’s Identity](https://bereanbeacon.org/antichrist-the-key-to-pope-franciss-identity-2/) - Amidst mystery and adulation, and indeed hero worship of Pope Francis, there is a key that reveals his character. The secret lies in his own practices and is not hidden except in plain view… The secret is his Jesuit Spiritual Exercises; i.e., which is Pope Francis’ system for teaching people how to conduct their own
- [Pope Francis a Man of Peace or Man of Distruction!](https://bereanbeacon.org/pope-francis-a-man-of-peace-or-man-of-distruction-2/) - Pope Francis has been acting as the spokesman for a new initiative in global peacemaking. However, Francis while acting as a spiritual leader is factually establishing his own political agenda.Thus, as Pope Francis attempts to captivate world attention as the Man of Peace, he is revealed to be an impostor.
- [The Pope’s Comunist Dogma on Economics](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-popes-comunist-dogma-on-economics/) - Pope Francis published a document called, “Joy of the Gospel.” Among many other topics, he wrote about Economics. One of his statements concerning wealth declared that, “Not to share one’s wealth with the poor is to steal from them and to take away their livelihood. It is not our own goods which we hold, but
- [From an Irish Catholic to a Child of God](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-an-irish-catholic-to-a-child-of-god-2/) - Terry Stillin had deep religious roots being born and raised in a “very” Catholic Family. While hitchhiking along a lonely road, Terry is pickup by a Christian man who shares the true gospel of God’s redeeming love. Terry’s new faith breaks the ties of an empty controlling religion. This Video will minister to all who
- [From Polish Catholicism to Trusting in Christ Alone](https://bereanbeacon.org/from-polish-catholicism-to-trusting-in-christ-alone/) - With deep love for Catholic people, Peter Slomski explains his own coming to personal faith in Jesus Christ. Peter is from a Polish Catholic family and delivers his touching testimony to the Lords love and grace.
- [The Pope is the Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pope-is-the-antichrist-2/) - Stuart Quint asks former Roman Catholic Dominican Priest, Richard Bennett, why do you call the Pope the Antichrist?
- [Was a love for the Catholic Church Enough?](https://bereanbeacon.org/was-a-love-for-the-catholic-church-enough-2/) - Was a love for the Catholic Church Enough? Will Barham, once an altar boy, served the Catholic Church devotedly for years. In his desire to find God and salvation, he wanted to know if his love for the Church was sufficient. This program will assist Catholics who are asking: “How I can find peace with
- [Biblical Revival](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-revival-2/) - Gods grace in the glory of Christ Jesus is superabundant. Should we not expect to be touched by it in true revival in our day even with the apostasy that is so evident in our day? This is so because the Lord Jesus remains the Anointed One. His purpose as our Mediator continues. On the
- [Papal Environmental Megalomania: Climate Control Guise for World Control!](https://bereanbeacon.org/papal-environmental-megalomania-climate-control-guise-for-world-control/) - Richard Bennett breaks down the latest move by Pope Francis to control the world through Environmental law and how it fits into the history of the Papal system. Biblical and historical analysis of the Papal system is required so that its influence can be prevented. It is utterly important to remember that “those who do
- [What’s wrong with asking Jesus into your Heart?](https://bereanbeacon.org/whats-wrong-with-asking-jesus-into-your-heart-2/) - Asking Jesus in your heart is a cute saying but is this something that is found in the scripture? This concept is relatively new to historic Christianity but is very popular among modern churches. Listen in as former Roman Catholic priest Richard Bennett exposes this religious syncretism that both Evangelicals Christians and Roman Catholics practice.
- [Letter to Ireland: Leave Rome and Seek Christ!](https://bereanbeacon.org/letter-to-ireland-leave-rome-and-seek-christ/) - Dear Irish Friends, On May 26, 2018, Ireland voted to end the ban on abortion. Abortion is morally wrong. It is a sin in the sight of God. Concerning the unborn child in the mother’s womb, the Bible states; “For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb.”[1] The Bible
- [A New Creation](https://bereanbeacon.org/a-new-creation-2/) - The amazing transformation of Clarence Hafelin is very evident in his testimony. Listen in as Clarence helps define the biblical concept of being born again and walking as a new creation. He reveals the sharp contrast with the Catholic idea that infant baptism is the source of new spiritual life. A touching story of true
- [Who is the Holy Father?](https://bereanbeacon.org/who-is-the-holy-father-2/) - A lie repeated a thousand times does not become true by the telling. So it is with the Vatican’s constant restating of the lie that there were 266 Holy Popes from St Peter to Pope Francis does not make it true. However, Pope Francis on the world stage depicts historical lies as if they were
- [An Atheistic Catholic comes to Christ](https://bereanbeacon.org/an-atheistic-catholic-comes-to-christ-2/) - Camille Jolly was born in Brittny in France in an atheistic family. From early in her life she showed great musical talent. Because of her talent with Catholic Gregorian Chant the Catholic Church welcomed her and she traveled to Benin Africa to teach Gregorian chant. It was there that she was spiritually awakened to reject
- [Historical Facts: Reformation to Modern Times](https://bereanbeacon.org/historical-facts-reformation-to-modern-times/) - History is of supreme importance as it is the storehouse of lessons comprehended from the past. In this video Pastor W. J. Mencarow along with Richard Bennett clearly document the actual historical facts of following the Reformation. In this video you will discover the origins and purpose of the Jesuit order. Learn about the “Counter
- [Catholic Sacraments: A Ruthless Trafficking in Human Souls](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-sacraments-a-ruthless-trafficking-in-human-souls-2/) - Richard Bennett and Stuart Quint give a detailed analysis of the pitfalls of the Roman Catholic sacraments that pose as a snare for the human soul.
- [Ask a Priest: Does God Distinguish between Mortal and Venal Sins?](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest-does-god-distinguish-between-mortal-and-venal-sins/) - The Catholic Church teaches that sin is defined into two categories, venial and mortal sin. Does God see any difference between the two? Can God forgive sins such as abortion? Former Roman Catholic priest Richard Bennett uncovers the biblical truth about such a claim.
- [Biblical Renewal for a Catholic Marrage](https://bereanbeacon.org/biblical-renewal-for-a-catholic-marrage/) - Mark and Shawn Prosser were a typical Catholic couple. Their joy and glory were the Catholic sacraments. Their lives were founded on the institution of the Roman Catholic Church. As they had children and began raising them, doubts and sins started to distress them. So began their journey to biblical faith. The life of faith,
- [The Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist-art/) - For nearly 400 years, Protestant pulpits shared a near unanimous view about the identity of the Antichrist. The Protestant Reformers did not agree on everything; however, there was one thing they ALL agreed about, i.e., that the office of the Papacy – the long line of popes – was the Antichrist. In todays world few preachers
- [The Jesuit Order](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-jesuit-order-art/) - The Society of Jesus [S.J.] (AKA the Jesuit Order and “the Company” – was founded circa 1534 by a Spanish Basque Roman Catholic soldier named Ignatius de Loyola [Ignacio de Loyola] (1491-1556) and several other individuals. The Jesuit Order was OFFICIALLY recognized as a Roman Catholic religious-military order in 1540 by Pope Paul III. In
- [Mystery Babylon and the doom of her New World Order](https://bereanbeacon.org/mystery-babylon-and-the-doom-of-her-new-world-order/) - By William Mencarrow “And the sixth angel poured out his vial upon the great river Euphrates; and the water thereof was dried up, that the way of the kings of the east might be prepared.” -- Rev. 6:12. In Rev. 16:12 the Apostle John uses the Euphrates River symbolically. He writes that the Euphrates River is
- [About Us](https://bereanbeacon.org/about-us-new/) - Just before Richard Bennett went home to glory he recorded his last video. In the video Richard gives a brief history of the ministry and introduces Greg Bentley as the new director of the Berean Beacon. Tribute to Michael de SemlyenRead about our tribute to the graduation of author Michael de Semlyen. He was a
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- [Are Catholics Christians?](https://bereanbeacon.org/are-catholics-christians/) - Many people point to documents such as Evangelicals and Catholics Together as examples of why we ought not to share the Gospel of Christ with Roman Catholics. They claim that we share the same truths and worship the same Lord. Find out why this is a blatant lie. See how Rome uses cunning and trickery
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- [Former Priests](https://bereanbeacon.org/former-priests/) - What happened in the hearts and minds of Roman Catholic priests during the time of the Great Reformation continues today just as in every succeeding generation. Eyes and ears are opened to the truths proclaimed in the infallible authority of the Holy Scriptures. Watch the remarkable stories of these priests and nuns who have taken
- [Catholic Scandals](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-scandals/) - In early 2002, The Boston Globe published results of an investigation that led to the criminal prosecutions of five Roman Catholic priests and thrust the sexual abuse of minors by Catholic clergy into the national spotlight. This was the tip of the iceberg as the Roman Catholic Church has been infested with pedophiles since its
- [Ask a Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/ask-a-priest/) - Are you looking for straight, concise answers to your own questions or those asked by your Catholic friends or loved ones? Listen to these short videos as Richard Bennett, a former Irish Catholic priest for 22 years in the Dominican order and alumnus of the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum) in Vatican City,
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- [Former Lay Catholics](https://bereanbeacon.org/former-lay-catholics/) - Across the globe and throughout the ages, men and women have given testimony to the life changing power of being in a biblical relationship with their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A testimony is one of the most effective ways to confirm and event and is one of the primary reasons that courts of law
- [The Catholic Mary](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-catholic-mary/) - What God’s Word Teaches about MaryThe veneration, or de-facto worship, of the manufactured Mary of Rome in Catholicism is a central feature of that religion. Rome would have you believe that you have no direct access to Christ apart from the Mediatrix Mary. See why God’s Word completely refutes the absurd claims of Catholicism. Learn
- [Catholic Sacraments](https://bereanbeacon.org/catholic-sacraments/) - One key distinction of the Roman Catholic Church (and Eastern Orthodox Churches) is its teaching on the mandatory intake of its seven sacraments. What is their origin? Are sacraments truly the only manifestation of God’s grace to believers, according to Roman Catholic doctrine? Or are they simply a way to enslave people to the tyranny
- [Idolatry](https://bereanbeacon.org/idolatry/) - One of the major themes of the Bible is God’s admonition not to substitute false idols for the true and living God. Not only does idolatry include erecting fake, physical or mental idols, but it also includes false teachings about the true God. How do we stay loyal to the true God and who He
- [The Office of the Priest](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-office-of-the-priest/) - Roman Catholicism exalts a special class of men called priests. Contradicting Holy Scripture, Rome boasts that her priests command special powers over the souls of human beings. From where does Rome derive its teachings? Do priests actually possess such special powers to absolve people of sin and dispense of God’s grace through various sacraments? What
- [The Pope and the Papacy](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-pope-and-the-papacy/) - None, but the Lord God, could have described beforehand office of the Pope and Papacy. Man could never have anticipated the Papacy only God foretells it. That a power claiming to act for God, to be “as God,” in the midst of the Christian Church, flouting His truth and mocking His own Holiness, defies imagination.
- [Church History](https://bereanbeacon.org/church-history/) - When you hear the term “Church History”, many thoughts come to mind. One of those thoughts might be the widely held assumption that the Roman Catholic Church is the original church established by the Lord Jesus. However, a proper study reveals a much more complex issue. The beginning for the early Christian church is found
- [The Jesuit Order](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-jesuit-order/) - The Society of Jesus [S.J.] (AKA the Jesuit Order and “the Company” – was founded circa 1534 by a Spanish Basque Roman Catholic soldier named Ignatius de Loyola [Ignacio de Loyola] (1491-1556) and several other individuals. The Jesuit Order was OFFICIALLY recognized as a Roman Catholic religious-military order in 1540 by Pope Paul III. In
- [The Antichrist](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-antichrist/) - For nearly 400 years, Protestant pulpits shared a near unanimous view about the identity of the Antichrist. The Protestant Reformers did not agree on everything; however, there was one thing they ALL agreed about, i.e., that the office of the Papacy – the long line of popes – was the Antichrist.READ MORE… ArticlesVideosAudio TOPICS What is
- [The Vatican Global Agenda](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-vatican-global-agenda/) - How could one of the smallest states on earth by land mass and population wield such global influence and harbor dark political ambitions for the world? Read how Rome’s declarations on economic, social, political, and environmental issues actually reveal its aggressive efforts and plans to usurp authority at the expense of democracy. Learn why Rome
- [Bible Believers/Evangelicals](https://bereanbeacon.org/bible-believers-evangelicals/) - Why is the professing evangelical church in the West so impotent? Learn how the dilution of the preaching of Christ’s true Gospel in many so-called evangelical churches is directly related to the rise of movements promoted by Rome! The charismatic, emerging church, and “Purpose Driven” movements are three examples that have weakened professing Christianity and
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- [The Ecumenical Movement](https://bereanbeacon.org/the-ecumenical-movement/) - The ecumenical movement is the brain child of the Roman Catholic Church. This moment gained momentum during the Second Vatican Council held in Rome from 1962 to 1965. The primary purpose of the ecumenical movement is to draw individuals, groups and churches back into the Roman Catholic religious system. The eventual goal is to enslave
- [Mysticism/Emergent Church](https://bereanbeacon.org/mysticism-emergent-church/) - One major strategy of the Jesuits is mysticism, the false claim of union with God apart from the means He has ordained in His Word. Indeed, mysticism might even damage people’s souls and connect them to dark spiritual powers. The emergent church movement has infiltrated evangelicals today with this dark teaching. Find out why Christ
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- [End Times](https://bereanbeacon.org/end-times/) - In a world that has recently turned upside down, many have been and are being deceived. Throughout the ages, the end of the world has always been at the forefront of the human conscious. In chapter 24 of the book of Mathew starting in verse 3 we read, “And as he (Jesus) sat upon the mount
- [Roman Catholicism](https://bereanbeacon.org/roman-catholicism/) - Roman Catholicism is still one of the largest religious movements in the world. Find out why Catholicism is so different than Biblical Christianity. How can we share the love of Christ with Catholics who are deep into Satanic deception? ArticlesVideosAudio TOPICS What is the Gospel? | Are Catholics Christians? | Roman Catholicism | God’s Word
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