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: June 2010
St. Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor
Today is the memorial of St. Ephrem, deacon and doctor of the Church. He was born around 306 in Nisbis, Mesopotamia, to a Christian family. He later fled to Edessa where he was ordained a deacon. He founded a biblical school … Continue reading
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Attention Deacons!
Here is a brief quote from Pope Benedict XVI from his address on May 21 to the Pontifical Mission Societies. “Preaching the Gospel is the call of God’s children to freedom, to the construction of an ever more just and … Continue reading
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Modern Violence
Here is a bit of wisdom attributed to Thomas Merton by Deacon David Backes in Deacon Digest, July-August 2010 The rush and pressure of modern life are a form, perhaps the most common form, of its innate violence. To allow … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Prayer is the cup for drinking the grace of the Holy Spirit from the abundant fountain of delight, the Blessed Trinity.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM
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Random Thoughts
I have not had computer access for a few days. Thus, no posts. Spent time with extended family in Green Bay. Was talking to my sister’s father-in-law last night about the research being done on the effects of technology in … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Live always in the truth, that you may die in obedience.” — St. Francis of Assisi
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