EP 11 | Former Protestant Theologian to Catholic Deacon | Deacon Professor Dr. Sherman Kuek O.F.S

In this episode, we journey through the conversion story of Rev. Deacon Prof. Dr. Sherman Kuek O.F.S, a Permanent Deacon of the Catholic Church and Secular Franciscan. From his Protestant roots to his reception into Full Communion with the Catholic Church, Deacon Sherman shares how his pursuit of Truth led him home to Catholicism, even at great personal cost.

He speaks candidly about his early struggles, the reality of ministry, and the call to serve in fidelity despite persecution from both within and without. We also explore his insights on Clericalism, Synodality, Catechesis, and Church Renewal, which are pertinent issues for our times.

As founder of 'The Splendour Project', Deacon Sherman continues to form minds and hearts through Theological Literacy, Catechetical Formation, and evangelisation - reminding us that the work of renewal begins with faithfulness and courage.

Related websites on Deacon Sherman's life and work:https://www.shermankuek.com/https://www.splendourproject.com/https://www.christeonline.org/

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) – Introduction & Deacon Sherman’s Story

(02:00) – Early Faith and the Search for Truth

(05:30) – Seminary Life and the Desire for the Whole Truth

(07:00) – Discovering the Church Fathers and the Catholic Vision

(10:00) – Conversion to Catholicism – Crossing the Tiber

(13:30) – Reactions and the Cost of Following Truth

(18:00) – Advice for Protestant Ministers and Converts

(22:00) – The Call to the Permanent Diaconate

(26:00) – The Ministry of Word, Altar and Charity

(30:00) – Joys and Challenges of Serving the Church

(36:00) – Cardinal Cornelius Sim’s Mentorship and Friendship

(40:00) – “Keep Going and Don’t Stop.”

(46:00) – Clericalism, Synodality and the Need for Catechesis

(1:06:00) – Founding The Splendour Project and Forming Minds for Christ

(1:18:00) – Vatican II, Renewal and Fidelity to the Church

(1:30:00) – Reform from Within & Final Reflections