Monthly Archives: March 2010

Random Thoughts on Crisis in the Church

Posted on March 30, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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 →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“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

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As We Enter Holy Week….

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 27, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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 →

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Catechesis and Christian Commitment – Papa Luciani

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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 →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“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

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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 →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“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.

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Pope Benedict’s Pastoral Letter to Ireland – follow up post

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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?

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Deacon Bob

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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