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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DISCLAIMER: The views expressed on this blog are mine alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester or any person or organization affiliated or doing business with the Diocese of Winona-Rochester. The views expressed are my own and should not be construed as reflecting the position of anyone else or any other entity. I strive to accurately express the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church when I post about such teachings. For definitive explanations of Church teachings, refer to your diocesan bishop and to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
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Recent Posts
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2004
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Cycle Bob
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 6th Sunday of Easter, Cycle B
Recent Comments
- Deacon Bob on Conferences and Retreats
- Tom Zeeh on Conferences and Retreats
- Deacon Bob on Deacon Bob’s Homilies — Click to Read
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- Deacon Bob on Holy Father’s Letter to the US Bishops on Retreat
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Monthly Archives: May 2011
Church of the Week
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Onalaska, Wisconsin
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Quote for the Day
“The servant of God cannot know how much patience and humility he has within himself as long as everything goes well with him. But when the time comes in which those who should do him justice do quite the opposite … Continue reading
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Dying For The Faith
Fides, an agency of the Congregation for the Evangelization of the People in the Vatican published the names of pastoral care workers, priests, religious and lay Catholics killed during 2010. During 2010, 25 pastoral care workers were killed: one bishop, … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
To ever hope for really “true happiness” this side of Heaven has always been vain, only a dream. — Venerable Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.
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Happy Mother’s Day
Just returned from visiting family. It’s Mother’s Day and I want to wish my mom especially a happy day! Thanks Mom for all you have done for me in my life! Without you I would not have become who I … Continue reading
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Church of the Week
St. Olaf Catholic Church Minneapolis, Minnesota
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The Diaconate is Thriving
Thanks to a quick run over to Deacon Greg Kandra (see link under blogroll), I went over to The Tidings to read a wonderful story of a large diaconate class due for ordination in the archdiocese of Los Angeles. A … Continue reading
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New Guard Sworn In
Today, in Vatican City, a new group of Swiss Guard were sworn in to service to the Holy Father. The history of the Swiss Guard is very interesting, and I don’t have the time right now to elaborate on it. … Continue reading
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Marriage? Dead or Alive?
I couldn’t help but both chuckle and shudder when I read Fox News’ report that Cameron Diaz has declared traditional marriage a “dying institution.” According to Fox News’ reporting of what was a Maxim interview with Diaz, she said, “I … Continue reading
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Thoughts While Preparing for Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction
I will be presiding tonight at Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction for one of the parishes to which I am assigned. It will be an hour of quiet before the Lord. The crowd will be small, but those present have a … Continue reading
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New Seminary in the United States
This doesn’t happen all that often, so it is newsworthy. The archdiocese of Washington, D.C. formally established a new seminary named Blessed John Paul II Seminary located near The Catholic University of America (CUA). Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“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 … Continue reading
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The Vatican’s Comments About The Killing of Bin Laden
I wish to provide my English translation of the declaration of the Holy See in reference to the killing of Osama Bin Laden. Osama Bin Laden — as we all know — was most gravely responsible for the spreading of … Continue reading
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The Church Knows It Needs Bloggers
You may not be aware, but one of the events occurring at the Vatican these recent days has been an invitation only meeting of Catholic bloggers from all over the world, sponsored by the pontifical councils for culture and social … Continue reading
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The Killing of Bin Laden
I heard this morning that United States forces killed Osama Bin Laden and a few others in a raid in Pakistan. If you read the news reports, it would seem the entire nation is rejoicing. Why is it I am … Continue reading
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