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: February 2012
Minnesota Marriage Minute #9
Here is the ninth in a series of videos explaining the importance of the upcoming Marriage Protection Amendment on the Minnesota ballot this fall. Please be sure to vote “yes” on this amendment. Thank you!
Posted in Marriage and Family, Politics
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Quote for the Day
“Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak.” St. Anthony of Padua, OFM
Posted in Saints and Prophets, Spirituality
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Papa Luciani (Pope John Paul I) Centenary is Scheduled!
I would like to happily inform you that there will be an international conference this October, here in the United States, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Pope John Paul I’s birth. The conference is slated to be held October … Continue reading
Posted in Papa Luciani (Pope John Paul I)
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for First Sunday of Lent
Here is an audio recording of my homily this weekend. Thanks for listening. 1st Sunday of Lent – Cycle B Here is the transcript: As you can tell from the change of colors, we are in a new liturgical season….. … Continue reading
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Our Persecuted Brothers and Sisters in Laos
Fides, the information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies (see link below right), published yesterday a report of the confiscation of a church on February 22 in the village of Kengweng in the district of Sayabulim in Savannakhet province of … Continue reading
Posted in Church News, General Interest, Politics
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A Catholic Pastor Speaks Out on Freedom of Religion
I want to thank Deacon Greg Kandra over at the Deacons Bench (see link under Blog Roll lower right) for putting me onto this recording of Fr. Sammie Maletta’s recent homily to his parish. Listen and drop me a comment … Continue reading
Posted in Politics, Religious Freedom
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It is in the Following that You Face the Cross
I have been left with an enduring thought these past couple of days, a thought which came from yesterday’s Gospel in which Jesus instructs his disciples that if they follow him, they will face the cross. I would suspect that … Continue reading
Posted in Dogmatic Theology, Spirituality
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USCCB’s Updated Response to the HHS Mandate
Here is a link to a short video released by the Unites States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Please take 90 seconds to view it and then continue to demand a repeal of the HHS mandate that violates religious liberty and freedom … Continue reading
Posted in Health Care, Politics
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Quote for the Day
“The truly obedient person simply does what he does for the sake of God. He takes account of nothing but genuine obedience and renders obedience reverently as if the directive came from Jesus himself.” — St. Collette, OSC
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Minnesota Marriage Minute #8
Here is the eighth Minnesota Marriage Minute video on the upcoming Marriage Protection Amendment that will be on the ballot this November in Minnesota. I once again urge you to view the video, be informed and vote to protect marriage … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“We may be as much as nauseated in having to mingle with people of all sorts and conditions as St. Francis was with those who suffered from leprosy. Yet this is living the Gospel of love.” — Br. Brian, SSF
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Congratulations, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston!
The Holy Father has nominated as auxiliary bishop of Galveston-Houston, Rev. George A. Sheltz. Bishop-elect Sheltz has been the vicar general, chancellor and moderator of the curia of the same diocese. He was born in Houston and completed his theological … Continue reading
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Update #3: Has Europe Lost Its Soul? – The Infantilizaton of Culture
Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathon Sacks, in his address at the Gregorian (see previous posts) commented on how consumerism saps the moral strength of a culture, for it brings about a society obsessed with money. He said, “When money rules, we … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Good spirituality trusts God even when the directions are vague.” — Lester Bach, OFM Cap.
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Cardinal Dolan the Next Pope?!
Talk about making an impression! The Italian newspaper, Il Messaggero is reporting today that there is talk about the town that newly-made Cardinal Dolan is one of the papabili, that is, “pope able.” Let me quote Francesca Giansoldati in today’s … Continue reading
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Congratulations, Cardinals O’Brien and Dolan!
Earlier today, Edwin O’Brien and Timothy Dolan were given the red hat and made cardinals of the Church. Their admittance to the Pope’s senate makes the United States the second largest contingent in the college of cardinals, after the Italians. … Continue reading
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Cardinal-designate Timothy Dolan’s Address to the Holy Father and the College of Cardinals
Soon-t0-be Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York, was given honor of addressing the Holy Father and the cardinals of the Church in their day of preparation for the consistory which will elevate Dolan and others as cardinals. This address is normally reserved for … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“In the intimacy of my soul I feel contented because it desires nothing but the will of God.” — St. Veronica Giuliani, OSC
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Minnesota Marriage Minute #7
Here is the seventh video affirming marriage and giving good explanation why marriage as a union of one man and one woman must be protected in Minnesota.
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Prayer for Papa Luciani’s Centenary
The 100th anniversary of Pope John Paul I’s birth is occuring later this year. As it is celebrated in his home town in Italy, and plans for a celebration underway here in the United States (at Fordham University most probably), … Continue reading