References

The following references include: News articles, national media, colleges and universities, military installations, and churches representing numerous denominations.

"Mesmerizing! Russ Breault managed to captivate a national radio and television audience by weaving together a fascinating discussion about the Shoud of Turin. I know our audience, watching on FamilyNet television affiliates and listening on Sirius Satellite radio, found it educational and engrossing. Breault's expertise as both a shroud scholar and a serious student of the Bible helped put this endearing story into its proper historical, scientific and religious perspectives. But on top of that, he spoke so passionately about a subject that has dominated his life for nearly three decades that he transformed it into a wonderfully personal journey. He's welcome back on "Mornings" anytime." --Larry Estepa, Host/Producer, "Mornings With Lorri and Larry" FamilyNet and Sirius Radio

“Russ Breault is an insightful, engaging and compelling guest. His mastery of the sometimes complex discussion of the Shroud of Turin is quite apparent. I heartily recommend his speaking, website and research.” -- Al Kresta, President and CEO of Ave Maria Radio, Host of “Kresta in the Afternoon”

"In one of the best presentations I have ever seen, Russ Breault's CSI-Jerusalem offers centuries of facts and explores their corresponding arguments in order to allow each individual to come to his own conclusions." --Andy Andrews--NY Times Best Selling Author

"Fascinating is the only one adjective I can use...I had goose bumps at times!"--Connie Parish, The Leavenworth Times

"Impressive, evidencing hours of preparation and study."-- Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

"Russ Breault, a lecturer on a whirlwind tour captivated audiences last week on the Shroud of Turin. His approach is objective, analytical and leads the listener to draw his or her own conclusions."--Military Sun Press

"The audience response was beyond our expectation...enthusiastic and upbeat presentation makes for not only an educational evening but an entertaining one."--John Burgess, Coordinator of Student Programs, Auburn University

"Superb presentation...research was thorough...professionally done...questions and answers were handled with wisdom and scholarship...related very well to the students."--Clete Sipes, Baptist Student Union, Auburn University

"Thank you for your wonderful presentation, CSI: Jerusalem. We had a larger turnout than normal. Your message generated a lot of interest. Several of our members thought you were the best speaker we have ever had. A number even asked to get your speaking schedule so they could come to hear your presentation again. One member asked if you would be willing to come back. Thank you so much for your enlighting presentation." Mitch Rowland, US Naval Academy Alumni Association

"Professionally presented and demonstrated excellent insights into the biblical, historical, and scientific knowledge...lack of dogmatism on the authenticity of the Shroud allowed each attendee to reach his or her own conclusion...excellent lectures, all reports extremely positive."--Colonel John C. Scott, U.S. Army Western Command HQ, Fort Shafter, Hawaii

"Intriguing, provocative, stimulating and yet objective evidences of the Shroud's mysteries created an atmosphere of intense excitement for the audience."--Major David Dare, West Point Military Academy

"Russ Breault's Shroud Presentation was exceptional. The multi-media approach captivated my students. This educational tour of the Shroud was informative and riveting. It was a magnificent example of faith and reason at work." --Joseph Wurtz, Dean of Student Life, Christendom College, Front Royal, VA

"Fine presentation...a very rewarding experience."--Duanne Knox, Principal, Pacelli HS, Columbus, GA

"Mr. Breault's presentation is truly captivating."--Major Charles Canada, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

"The audio-visual aids make the history of the Shroud come alive...I commend your program."--Dr. James T. Pennell, Senior Pastor, Wynnton United Methodist Church, Columbus, GA

"Russ Breault, who has studied the controversial relic for over 20 years, challenged some modern explanations for the mysterious piece of fabric that some say is the burial cloth of Jesus and others dismiss as a medieval hoax. Breault opened a lecture at the Sanford Institute of Public Policy Tuesday with the central mystery of the Shroud: "It either is the authentic burial shroud of Christ or it isn't. But if it isn't, then what is it?"--Duke University Chronicle

"Scintillating presentation...praiseworthy...will be remembered for a long time."--Colonel Richard Lovisone, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College

"Mr Breault's program is based on his extensive research. It gives the listener the facts and allows them to draw their own conclusions" --The U.S. Army Bayonet

"One of the humble guys I am proud to have as a friend is Russ Breault. It was about six months after I met Russ that I learned of Russ’ passion, he is one of a handful of Shroud of Turin experts residing in the United States. The reality is that the Shroud of Turin is a mystery worthy of a CSI episode. Russ is a good one to explain the mystery of the Shroud via his web site or through a live talk. His site is also a great resource for kids looking for a high school study project. Russ is an example of the sort of creativity that people with a passion have."—Ken Pyle, Managing Editor, The Viodi View

"An excellent multi-media event. Russ Brealt delivers his lecture without heavy dogmatism, carefully leaving a decision about the Shroud up to each participant. He has an extensive and accurate knowledge and he does a good job of condensing scientific jargon for a lay audience. He is an effective public communicator. Mr. Breault was well received on our Medical Center Campus and allows time for questions and answers that he handles well." --Gerald Stevens, UAB Medical Center

"Breault began following the extensive media coverage of the Shroud of Turin Research Project in 1978. He began doing presentations on the Shroud in 1981 and did 64 lectures in one year. It is a very compelling message." --The Birmingham News

"Russ Breault loves a good mystery, and after attending an international symposium in Rome last month, he said the plot has thickened. Mr. Breault has immersed himself in trying to unravel something experts in theology and scientific circles have wrestled with for centuries."--Atlanta Journal Constitution

Your lecture and media presentation were excellent. You are very energetic and you certainly know your subject. I had heard about the carbon dating of the shroud, but you brought so many new facets to the subject. And I liked the way you wove the scientific data together with scripture. Our thanks to you for bringing Shroud Encounter to us at Oak Grove United Methodist Church. -Mary Lou Gilbert, Associate Pastor, Oak Grove United Methodist Church, Decatur, GA

"On Tuesday night students gathered to hear an incredible presentation on the Shroud of Turin. "It was amazing!" Freshman Fran Ginski said."--The Christendom College Chronicler, Front Royal, VA

"1978, that is when Russ Breault began his research into the Shroud Project. He still doesn't have an answer, but he certainly has the evidence of 100,000 scientific man-hours expended in research and analysis."-Honolulu Star Bulletin

"Breault became fascinated with the subject when he was a grad student. "I was asked to write for the college newspaper," Breault relayed in an exclusive interview. "It was in the late 70's and the Shroud was big news. The more I researched the more fascinated I became." Breault has turned that project into his life's avocation."--Tennessee Star Journal

"Russ Breault, a noted lecturer, examined the smallest of details surrounding the sacred cloth's controversial authenticity debate for those gathered to hear an expert led presentation."--The Journal News, Martinsburg, WV

"Thoroughly researched, stimulating and thoughtful presentation."--Sid Neville, Dillard UMC, Dillard, GA

"Russ came to our September meeting and gave an in-depth presentation of the long history of the shroud, which he called “CSI – Jerusalem”. He said the name was fitting since this was really a crime scene investigation. He presented information on chemical analysis, blood and pollen analysis, and textile analysis. The depth of information on the Shroud is quite impressive and cannot be captured here even in abridged form."-- U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Newsletter

"Russ's presentations are first-rate, professional, and engaging. His status as a genuine expert on the Shroud is clear and his information well researched and documented. We had a tremendous response from the community. And, although the evidence for its authenticity is very compelling, the focus is not on converting people to a belief in the Shroud... I recommend Russ without hesitation." --Terry Long, Senior Pastor, Calvary Chapel in Salt Lake City, UT

"Very much deserved praise...presentation was quite masterful."--Dr. Ray Schneider, Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science, Bridgewater College, VA

"Russ Breault resembled a trial lawyer as he presented his evidence and told the audience they must judge the facts. Breault, however, was not presenting evidence in a courtroom. He was lecturing on the Shroud of Turin. "No matter how much evidence we find, we can never prove the Shroud to be the burial shroud of Christ. We can never prove it absolutely," he said. "All we can do is present the evidence and let you decide." --Shreveport Times

"We can never prove for an absolute fact that the Shroud is the burial cloth of Christ," said Russ Breault, who has extensively studied the scientist's effort to analyze the Shroud. "We can never prove the image is the result of the resurrection either. But I think you can build a pretty good case for both."--Montgomery Journal

Russ is a thorough, engaging guest with a fascinating topic. He can discuss the Shroud of Turin from a scientific, historical and faith-based perspective. He not only is interesting, he generated calls from our listening and viewing audience. We'd definitely have him back.
-- Lorri Allen, Host/Producer, "Mornings With Lorri and Larry" FamilyNet and Sirius Radio