Deacon Bob Yerhot serves the diocese of Winona-Rochester, 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) at Winona, Minnesota, the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, and the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. He currently serves two parishes in southeast Minnesota, is the Assistant Director Emeritus of the Diaconate for the Diocese of Winona, and is the diocesan consultant for the Courage and Encourage Apostolate and Unbound ministry in the diocese. He offers days of reflection and retreats for diaconal communities in the United States. For over 30 years he practiced clinical social work and psychotherapy before retiring in 2015.
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Monthly Archives: April 2011
Blessed John Paul II — Take a Long Look
I want to alert you to a wonderful webpage provided by Corriere della Sera which is an Italian newspaper from Milan. They have several pages dedicated to John Paul II. Many photographs, a history of the popes, and all sorts … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“I am not moved to love You, O Lord my God for all the gifts You’ve given to share. Nor am I moved to please You in what is pleasing to me. It is enough to have the cross I … Continue reading
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Church of the Week
Basilica of St. Mary Minneapolis, Minnesota
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From the Ancient Catechism of Jerusalem
There is an ancient Christian text called the Catechism of Jerusalem, a selection of which was given for today’s Office of Readings. It has a teaching about baptism that is worth our attention and thought today. My English translation of … Continue reading
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Congratulations, Diocese of St. Augustine!
The Holy Father today has appointed Bishop Felipe de Jesus Estevez as bishop of the diocese of St. Augustine in Florida. Bishop Estevez was ordained a priest in 1970 for the diocese of Matanzas in Cuba, but was unable to … Continue reading
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The Resurrection — Who Will Rise? How? Why?
As we continue to rejoice in our Lord’s resurrection during this Octave of Easter, a question no doubt surfaces for all of us, “Who will rise?” The answer is, “All the dead will rise.” Yes, all the dead one day … Continue reading
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Veneration of the Blood of Blessed John Paul II
This morning, the Vatican indicated that for the beatification of John Paul II this Sunday, there will be exposed for veneration of the faithful a small vial of John Paul II’s blood in liquid form. The Communicato regarding this is … Continue reading
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Congratulations, Diocese of Evansville!
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Charles C. Thompson from the archdiocese of Louisville to be bishop of the diocese of Evansville. Bishop-elect Thompson was born in 1961 in Louisville, attended St. Meinrad School of Theology and was ordained a … Continue reading
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A Catholic Guide to End-of-Life Decisions
One of the areas that my employer (Gundersen Lutheran Health System) prides itself in – and for which it has gained some national attention – is end of life planning. Gundersen Lutheran and the other health care system in town … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“I am the Christ. Come, therefore, all people oppressed by sin and receive forgiveness. I am indeed your pardon, I am the Passover of redemption, I am the Lamb immolated for you, I am your washing, your light, your salvation, … Continue reading
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Msgr. Kevin Irwin
I read by chance this morning that Msgr. Kevin Irwin, Dean of the School of Theology and Religious Studies at Catholic University of America, will be stepping down from his position effective June 30, 2011. I wish him well. Msgr. … Continue reading
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Quote for Easter Day
Here are the final few lines of the pope’s Easter Vigil homily: “We celebrate the definitive victory of the Creator and of his creation. We celebrate this day as the origin and the goal of our existence. We celebrate it … Continue reading
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He Has Risen!
Happy Easter, everyone! Well, the Exultet is sung without noticeable deficiency. This deacon is glad for that! The Vigil is complete and Easter has dawned early here. The body is tired from the waiting in the night, but the light … Continue reading
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“The Open Book of Our Frail Hearts”
Pope Benedict said at the beginning of the Way of the Cross in Rome yesterday that in the “hour of darkness” of the Church and the world, God reads “the open book of our frail hearts.” What comforting words taken … Continue reading
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Church of the Week
Divine Mercy Church Faribault, Minnesota
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