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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“We have nothing to fear when we can say, resolutely, even without feelings: Long live Jesus!” — St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, OFM Cap.
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“When we have been enlightened, and in that same light behold the light of heaven, rightly may the apostle Paul say to us: ‘Once you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord; walk as children of light.’” … Continue reading
St. Robert Bellarmine
Today is the memorial of St. Robert Bellarmine, SJ. He is my patron saint, along with St. Thomas More, and St. Dominic. Bellarmine was born on October 4, 1542 and was a nephew of Pope Marcellus II. He entered the … Continue reading
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“Whoever says anything evil to a poor man insults Christ by it, for the poor man bears the mark of Christ’s nobility, who made himself poor for us in this world.” — St. Francis of Assisi
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“The more the graces and favors of Jesus grow in your soul, the more you should humble yourself, always keeping the humility of our heavenly Mother, who the instant she became the Mother of God, declared herself the handmaid of … Continue reading
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“It is obedience, and only obedience, which clearly shows us God’s will.” — St. Maximillian Kolbe, OFM Conv.
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“The Lord called me to himself with a most tender love, and with an infinite charity he led and directed me along the path of my life.” — Blessed Ludovico of Casoria, OFM
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“My only concern is to carry out what God wants of me. In a word, I desire to be as perfect a likeness of my Lord Jesus Christ as I possibly can.” — Blessed Didacus Joseph of Cadiz, OFM Cap.
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Meet the 34th Doctor of the Church
Yesterday, Pope Benedict declared St. John of Avila a doctor of the Church, making him the 34 saint with that honor. The Holy Father made the announcement at the conclusion of a special World Youth Day Mass for … Continue reading
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“The truth is that all that we are and have or are able to do, it is thanks to God, who gives these things to us constantly. In fact, we exist because God is giving and supporting our existence at … Continue reading
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“Always stay close to the Catholic Church because it alone can give you true peace, because it alone possesses Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, who is the true Prince of Peace.” — St. Padre Pio, OFM Cap.
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St. Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr of Rome
I would be remiss if I didn’t post something on St. Lawrence, whose feast day it is today. Yes, this is a feast, not just a memorial, which means it is “kinda important” in the Church calendar. Lawrence was one … Continue reading
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St. Dominic
Today is the memorial of St. Dominic. He is the patron saint of my confirmation. From as far back as I can remember I had wanted Dominic as my confirmation name. I am not sure why, but I suspect my … Continue reading
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“Live so as not to fear death. For those who live well in the world, death is not frightening, but sweet and precious.” — St. Rose of Viterbo, SFO
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“Divine aid is available to those who seek it from their hearts. Prayer is the mother and source of the ascent.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM
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“We have nothing to fear when we can say resolutely, even without feelings: Long live Jesus!” – St. Padre Pio, OFM Cap.
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“God’s power creates us, his wisdom governs us, his mercy saves us.” – St. Crispin of Viterbo, OFM Cap.
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“God’s power creates us, his wisdom governs us, his mercy saves us.” — St. Crispin of Viterbo, OFM Cap
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If One is a Source of Division and Discord….
I want to share a quote today from St. Clement I on how to respond if one is seen as a source of division and animosity within the Church. This is my translation of the Italian text I used. “Who … Continue reading
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“Give praise to Him because He is good; exalt Him by your deeds, for He has sent you into the whole world for this reason: that in word and deed you may bear witness to His voice and bring eveyone … Continue reading
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