Deacon Bob Yerhot serves the diocese of Winona, Minnesota. He has dedicated his life to the service of his family and the Catholic Church. He has studied philosophy, classical humanities, theology and social work at St. Mary’s College (now University) Winona, Minnesota, the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, and the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.
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Monthly Archives: March 2010
Random Thoughts on Crisis in the Church
There are many in the various media outlets who are describing the Church as being in the crisis of the century. They are suggesting that the credibility of the papacy is on the line, and the Church is being split … Continue reading
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Memories of Pope John Paul I
The following was written by Edward W. Scott, then Moderator of the Central Committee and Philip A. Potter, General Secretary of the World Council of Churches in September, 1978 following the death of Papa Luciani. It was sent as an … Continue reading
Quote for the Day
“As you carry out your vital responsibilities, be assured that I remain close to you and I offer you the support of my prayers.” — Pope Benedict XVI
Posted in General Interest, Popes
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As We Enter Holy Week….
To all readers of this weblog: As we enter this Holy Week, may we draw near to the Merciful Heart of Jesus, accompanying him in his ascent to Jerusalem, and his Passion, Death and Resurrection. My prayer is each of … Continue reading
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A Case of Healing through the Intercession of Papa Luciani
The following was written by Stefania Falasca in 30Days an Italian international monthly edited by Giulio Andreotti. It is a reportedly true story of a miraculous healing of Giuseppe Denora attributed to Pope John Paul I in 1992. Giuseppe Denora, … Continue reading
Catechesis and Christian Commitment – Papa Luciani
The following are excerpts written by then Cardinal Luciani, later Pope John Paul the First. He wrote this as an “intervention” at the Synod of Bishops many years ago. “Catechesis must be concerned not only to transmit revealed truths, but … Continue reading
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Happy Birthday, Robert Frost
Today is the birthday of the late Robert Frost, a great American poet, of whose poetry we all in my generation needed to read in high school and in undergraduate American Literature courses. He was born in San Francisco on … Continue reading
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Health Care Reform Bill and the Common Good
With the passage of the health care reform bill, many are left with a great deal of ambivalence. Yes, there are many others of sharp opinion both pro and con, but many of us simply really don’t know what the … Continue reading
Posted in Ethics and Morality, General Interest, Politics
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Quote for the Day
“Keep heart and mind alert to fresh learning about your faith. We will never exhaust the mystery of God.” — Lester Bach, OFM
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Remembering Archbishop Oscar Romero
Today is the 30th anniversary of the martyrdom of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador. You probably recall that he was shot in the heart while saying Mass. He was a champion of the poor and disenfranchised of that country. … Continue reading
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A Prayer from Papa Luciani
Here is a simple prayer, attributed to Papa Luciani, that we all could include in our night prayer. I am asking you a grace, my Lord. I would like you to be nearby me when I close my eyes on the … Continue reading
Quote for the Day
“I gratefully accept both joy and tribulation from our heavenly Father for He knows best what is good for us.” — St. Conrad of Parzham, OFM Cap.
Pope Benedict’s Pastoral Letter to Ireland – follow up post
I want to include in today’s posting section 7 of the Pope’s letter to the Church of Ireland in which he addressed priests and religious who are or have been perpetrators of abuse. “You betrayed the trust that was placed … Continue reading
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Sexual Abuse – An Apology
The Holy Father today release a pastoral letter to the people of God in Ireland. His words in this letter can well be applied to all countries where the sexual abuse by clergy and religious has occurred. I want to … Continue reading
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Wanna See the Sistine Chapel?
Thanks to Villanova University, you can take a wonderful tour of the Sistine Chapel right from your home. I have been to the Sistine Chapel three times, and I can tell you the virtual tour provided at the Vatican website … Continue reading
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The Health Care Debate – Statement of Cardinal Francis George, President of the USCCB
If you are news aware at all you know that the Congress is nearing some decision on the health care reform bill before it. I would like to share with you an excerpt from a statement of the President of … Continue reading
Posted in Church News, Human Development and Life, Politics
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Quote for the Day
” The poet Rilke was afraid that if he got rid of his demons, he would lose his angels as well. Of course, the danger of clinging to our demons to save our angels is that our demons may well … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Let us ask the Lord for the grace that a new wave of love for our neighbor may sweep over this poor world.” — Pope John Paul I (Papa Luciani), September 24, 1978
Quote for the Day
“It is Jesus you want to see, to gaze upon, to think about deeply and with desire to imitate.” — St. Clare of Assissi
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The Continuity of the Church
The Holy Father had an interesting comment during last Wednesday’s general audience. He spoke of St. Bonaventure and the Franciscans, but then tied into that the reality of the continuity of the Church throughout the centuries. I have translated the … Continue reading
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