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: November 2011
Married Saint for the Day: St. Elizabeth of Hungary
I’d like to highlight occasionally married saints who exemplify so well the dignity and nature of marriage. Today it will be St. Elizabeth of Hungary. St. Elizabeth was born in 1207 in a castle in northern Hungary. At a very … Continue reading
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Marriage: Unique for a Reason
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops have launched a new website entitled: Marriage: Unique for a Reason (www.marriageuniqueforareason.org). It is a fabulous place to visit and learn of the Church’s teachings on marriage and its defense as a union of … Continue reading
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The Church Thrives Where Persecution Reigns
The Catholic News Agency (www.catholicnewsagency.com) reports this morning on an official with the Vietnamese bishop’s conference, who foresees a confident future for the Church in Vietnam. He cites “flourishing” priestly vocations as one reason for this hope. They have over … Continue reading
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Church of the Week
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church San Francisco, California
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Benedict XVI in Benin
The Holy Father begins a three-day apostolic visit to the West African country of Benin today. He is doing so to mark 150 years of Christianity in that country and to present a document entitled Africae Munus on the Church’s future … Continue reading
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Blessed Fr. Carl Lampert
You may not have noticed this in the news of late, but Fr. Carl Lampert was beatified four days ago in his native country, Austria. Bl. Fr. Lampert was a diocesan priest of the diocese of Innsbruck Feldkirch in Austria. … Continue reading
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The Week of the Maccabees
All this week we have been hearing read at daily Mass excerpts from the books of Maccabees. The setting was described on Monday; on Tuesday we heard of Eleazar; yesterday we heard of the mother and her seven sons; today … Continue reading
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New Optional Memorials for Bl. John Paul II and Bl. Marianne Cope, OSF
The US bishops at their annual meeting yesterday decided by a large margin to add two optional memorials to the Church calendar for the United States. October 22 will be the date for Blessed Pope John Paul II. That date … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Thank God ahead of time!” – Ven. Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.
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Quote for the Day
In keeping with the theme of my homily last weekend, here is a quote for today from St. Louis IX, SFO “Thank God for all the blessings he has bestowed on you so that you may be worthy to receive … Continue reading
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Quiz Question
Here is a quiz question. Anyone know the answer? Who is the patron saint of the West Indies? Answer tomorrow. Don’t wait for it…. post an answer.
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Deacon Bob’s Homily – 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Cycle A
Here is my homily for this weekend. Blessings on all! Deacon Bob In audio: 33rd Sunday Ordinary Time, Cycle A 33rd Sunday Ordinary Time, Cycle A Part 2 Text: 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle A
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A Deacon’s Vocation is Discerned in Afghanistan
I would refer you to a wonderful story of a deacon’s vocation discernment in Afghanistan back in 2005. Deacon Catarino Villanueva was ordained to the diaconate in December 2010 for the diocese of Brownsville, Texas. He had served with Charlie … Continue reading
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Social Doctrine of the Church – Laity’s Involvement in Culture
Fostering a social and political culture inspired by the Gospel is an area of importance for the lay faithful. The work of the laity in these areas have never been solely the change of social structures, but includes the voice … Continue reading
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Church of the Week
St. Peter’s Catholic Church Rose Creek, Minnesota
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