Can physical evidence strengthen belief in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?
In this episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin, Guy Powell welcomes longtime Shroud researcher Lee Sweeney, Director of the Shroud Center at the Santiago Retreat Center in California. Together they explore why the Shroud of Turin continues to inspire believers, challenge skeptics, and engage young people searching for authentic answers.
Lee shares how more than two decades of teaching have shaped his approach to presenting the Shroud. Rather than asking people to accept faith without evidence, he introduces them to the historical, scientific, and biblical facts surrounding one of Christianity's most studied artifacts.
The conversation explores:
- Why today's generation wants tangible evidence.How the Shroud opens conversations about faith.The relationship between science and Christianity.Research into the mysterious image formation.Why many researchers believe the image was produced by light.How the Shroud helps people understand the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.The growing importance of the Holy Face devotion.Why faith and science complement one another.
Lee also discusses his experience presenting the Shroud to thousands of students and church groups. He explains how many begin with doubts but leave asking deeper spiritual questions.
Whether you are exploring Christianity, researching the Shroud of Turin, or reading The Only Witness, this episode offers thoughtful insights into history, science, and faith.