Monthly Archives: May 2012

Quote for the Day

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“It is obedience, and only obedience, which clearly shows us God’s will.” — St. Maximilian Kolbe, OFM Conv.

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100 Years Ago Today, St. Mary’s College was Born

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Deacon Bob

St. Mary’s College, (now University) located in Winona, Minnesota, is my alma mater from whence I was graduated in 1977 with a degree in philosophy and classical humanities. Today is the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“What kind of wood is it that has the power to bring a man from a barren desert to a verdant garden, from death to life? It is the wood of Christ’s cross.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM

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Congratulations, Archdiocese of Denver and Diocese of Buffalo!

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father this morning has appointed Bishop Samuel Aquila, currently bishop of Fargo, North Dakota, the new archbishop of Denver. The See of Denver has been vacant since its former bishop, Archbishop Chaput, was appointed to Philadelphia a number … Continue reading →

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While Waiting for the Walls to Dry….

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Deacon Bob

I’m taking a break at the moment, waiting for the shower walls to dry. A small project requiring a bit of elbow grease and patience. By evening, the shower should look pretty good again. I have not been blogging much … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Diocese of Little Rock!

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Deacon Bob

My former classmate in Rome, now Bishop Anthony B. Taylor of Little Rock, will be ordaining three men to the priesthood tomorrow. All three men are Hispanic, and one of them is from St. Raphael’s parish in Springdale, my sister’s … Continue reading →

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Truth, Satan, and Church Unity

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Deacon Bob

I was asked to preach both last night and this morning. The Gospel readings for Mass the past couple of days were taken from St. John’s Gospel and the account of Jesus’ farewell discourse to his disciples. Two very beautiful … Continue reading →

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Marian Street Shrines in Rome

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Deacon Bob

While I was living in Rome in the late 1970s, I would often walk the back streets of the city. Back then, it was completely safe day and night. The trek from the North American College to the Gregorian University … Continue reading →

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New Book Out on Papa Luciani

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Deacon Bob

On May 12, Dr. Marco Roncalli, a distant relative of Pope John XXIII, presented his new bood entitled: Giovanni Paolo I: Albino Luciani. From what I know, it is available only in English at the moment. The book is reputed … Continue reading →

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Canadian Bishop Laicized

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Canandian Conference of Catholic Bishops announced six days ago that Bishop Raymond Lahey, former bishop of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, has been laicized following his conviction of importing child pornography by a Canadian court last year. Let us pray for … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“You may be sure that the more a soul is pleasing to God, the more it has to be put to the test. Therefore, take courage and go forward always.” — St. Pio of Pietrelcina, OFM Cap.

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Sorry….

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Deacon Bob

To all of you who may have tried to log on and peruse these pages last weekend, sorry…… the server was unavailable for over a day. It is back up and we are running again. Thanks for your patience!

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Quote for the Day

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“Hatred is not a creative force. Love alone creates.” – St. Maximillian Kolbe, OFM Conv.

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Benedict XVI on the Diaconia of Communion

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father spoke today to the last group of American bishops making their ad limina visits. This particular group included all the Eastern Rite bishops of the United States. The Holy Father’s theme was largely that of Church unity, … Continue reading →

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Two Reasons for Our Christian Hope

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The readings of today remind me that for us Christians, there are at least two reasons to live a life of joyful hope. As St. John reminds us often in his letters and in his writing of the Gospel, we … Continue reading →

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