Fr.SJ.Berchmans Interview

Fr. S.J. Berchmans was born in the year of 1949 at Madurai, Tamil nadu. Fr. S.J. Berchmans distinguished his call for the service to humanity in the very young days itself. He determined to dedicate his life and talents for the glory of God and joined in Roman Catholic Seminary.

During the seminary days, he further developed his music talents and by the time of Priest hood, he has become a good singer well known in the circle.

He started his ministerial

career as the Priest of Satharasanpatti in 1978. During the seminary days, he further developed his music talents and by the time of Priest hood, he has become a good singer well known in the circle. He started his ministerial career as the Priest of Satharasanpatti in 1978.

He was doing it effectively but the soul of young Fr. S.J. Berchmans was thirsty for something better and creative. Lord's 'Charisma' and the God given 'Talent' of man joined together and the number of people who attend the meetings increased from hundreds to thousands and thousands to ten thousands and there was an array of miracles after miracles. For the people, "this voice was new, this melody was different and naturally the result was great"

Fr. S.J. Berchmans goes around the country with the word of God to spread the gospel, to deliver and heal people and to plant churches as an end result. Now he is being sent across the world as an effective tool for Holy Spirit to act upon people and places.

Fr. S.J. Berchmans touches the heart of billions by his audio-video ministry in seven languages and in more than 26 volumes. It goes on.. the Ministry grows, people comes to the Lord. God's name is glorified.

Now, Fr. S.J. Berchmans comes over STAR VIJAY TV every Friday between 7.00 AM and 7.30 AM. Watch out and be blessed and pray for the programme.

This is the biography of a person who dedicated his life to God, who was obedient to God's call and who allowed God to transform him with full heart and soul.

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Interview with Fr.SJ.Berchmans:

TCO: Could Father tell our visitors, where and when you were born?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: I was born in a village called Soosaipatti on 3rd August 1949

TCO: How about furnishing us with some details about your family background?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: My parents are agricultural farmers. They're devoted catholics. They are so fervent that they attend the morning and evening services in the village chapel daily, without fail.

TCO: How many sibling do you have?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: 3 Brothers and 2 Sisters. All of them are saved. I'm the fifth child.

TCO: Where did you further your education?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: I continued my studies in St.Mary's High School. Upon completion of my secondary education, I went to the Catholic Bible College to pursue my studies to become a full-fledged Catholic Priest.

TCO: Rev.Father, could you tell us, who motivated you to enter Priesthood?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: My parents were my source of strength and encouragement. However, My aunt who was serving as a Catholic Nun was the other driving force behind my pursuit.

TCO: Please tell us a little more about your experience in the Ministry?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: I was ordained as Priest in 1974. However, I had the salvation experience only in 1983. I was deeply involved in the Charismatic movement. I found my maker, as I sought Him diligently. In 1983, I participated in Bro.DGS. Dhinakaran's Power Ministry, PRAISE THE LORD! I was baptized in the HOLY GHOST.

TCO: Could you share how you developed an interest in the area of music?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: As a youth, I sang in the Church choir. I have foundational training and knowledge in Carnatic and Western music.

TCO: How do Father compose songs?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: I have composed my songs based on scriptures inspired by GOD upon my heart. GOD gives me the tune and the lyrics for the songs, mostly during my morning worship hours. Sometimes, the LORD strangely leads me to sing a new songs to minister to the people during my preaching. Fr instance, the song, "Oru Thai Thetruvathu Pol, En Yesu Thetruvar" (My Jesus Will Comfort You Like A Mother) was given to me while giving a message in a church. In short, it is through the pure grace of GOD conferred to me that I am able to flow into this ministry.

TCO: Do you play any musical or instrument?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: The keyboard.

TCO: To-date, which are the states in the India you have ministered in? Where else have you ministered abroad?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: I have taken evangelistic rallies in North India namely Bihar, Punjab and Delhi. I have ministered in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Canada, Gulf Countries and European Nations such as France, England, Germany and Netherlands.

TCO: How do you fell about being used of GOD internationally?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: As the Angel Gabriel said to Virgin Mary, "Hail Mary, Full of Grace; GOD has started to love you" ( as written in one of the translations ), I am fully aware of the fact that GOD is using me because of His tender mercies and grace. He has remembered me in my humble state. He has raised me-one with the voice of a 'donkey' to drew glory to His name. It is as simple as that. You: When was the happiest moment of your life? - Fr.SJ.Berchmans: When I was filled with the HOLY SPIRIT there couldn't have been a happier moment than that.

TCO: Do you have plans to translate your compositions into other Indian languages?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: Yes, of course. I have already released translations of my songs in English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Sinhali.

TCO: One last question, Rev.Fr.-What is your advice to aspiring worship leaders?

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: Begin to love Him. He must be your topmost lover. Everything and everyone else should be second to JESUS. Next, one must realise what worship is all about. Worshipping is different from singing a worshipper sings from his heart. A singer sings with his lips. As a true worshipper, your whole lifestyle must change to please GOD.

TCO: Thank you Father. - I consider it an honor to have had this wonderful dialogue. GOD Bless you.

Fr.SJ.Berchmans: You're welcome. GOD Bless you too.

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