The Catholic Defender and Catholic Apologist Jesse Romero meet
- Mar 23
- 2 min read
It was during a Conference as I was representing Deepertruth and St. Paul's Street Evangelism and Jesse Romero and his wife were set up right next to my table.
It was a great time to meet Jesse and his wonderful family.
Jesse has gained much experience in his life that gives him a powerful evangelistic approach.
He is energetic.
Jesse has a background in Law enforcement as I have a military background.
Jesse was a world class kick boxer and Athlete.
Catholic evangelist Jesse Romero explores the Eucharist as the "source and summit" of Christian life.
Drawing from his background as a retired Los Angeles deputy sheriff and long-time radio host, Romero emphasizes the real presence of Jesus in the sacrament and its power to transform and heal the believer.
Romero focuses on the that the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ.
Often incorporating his "tough-guy" persona, Romero discusses the Eucharist as a vital weapon in spiritual warfare, noting that it is a "stronghold" against occult influences.
He frequently references scientific findings related to Eucharistic Miracles, such as the Miracle of Lanciano, where the host reportedly turned into living heart tissue (specifically from the left ventricle) with type AB blood.
Romero reminds listeners that life is short and that what they do during the "dash" on their tombstone (the time between birth and death) determines their eternal destiny.
Jesse Romero is a bilingual author and speaker known for his high-energy, "no-nonsense" approach to Catholic teaching. He has hosted programs on En Familia Radio and other Catholic networks for over 15 years, teaching in both English and Spanish.
You can find recordings of this and similar talks on his official YouTube channel.
Served in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for several years before retiring to pursue full-time ministry.
A three-time World Police Olympics boxing champion and former middleweight kickboxing champion.
Holds a B.A. from Mount St. Mary's University and a Master’s Degree in Catholic Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville.
Romero's ministry, often called "On Fire Evangelization," focuses on traditional Catholic teachings, spiritual warfare, and cultural issues.
He has been a long-time host on Catholic radio, notably co-hosting The Terry and Jesse Show and Jesus 911 on Virgin Most Powerful Radio for nearly 20 years.
In early 2026, he transitioned to his own platform, The Jesse Romero Show, and co-founded the Holy League Institute (or War College) to train laity in spiritual warfare.
He has authored several books, including Prayer as a Weapon, The Devil in the City of Angels, and One Lord, One Faith, One Church.
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