Monthly Archives: August 2012

Catholic Social Doctrine – Pastoral Action in the Social Field

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Christianity has the power to renew not only the hearts and minds of humankind, but also cultural and social realities. The Church offers an integrated vision of humankind and a complete understanding of man’s personal and social dimensions. Christian anthropology, then, supports and … Continue reading →

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34th Anniversary of Papa Luciani’s Election

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Last Sunday, August 26th, was the 32nd anniversary of the election of Albino Luciani as Pope John Paul I. Because of numerous factors, I was unable until now to write a post in memory of this event. My readers are … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“As regards the virtues to be practiced in dealing with others, the first is kindliness. By this virtue the pious soul, by showing agreeable, courteous and polite manners with no trace of uncouthness, draws others to imitate him in the … Continue reading →

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Raging Against God

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Deacon Bob

One thing that happens frequently is an individual begins to rage against God when something unexpectedly painful and unjust occurs. Commonly, when someone whom one loves is tragically taken because of accident or illness, the surviving spouse or family member … Continue reading →

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World Mission Day, 2012

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Deacon Bob

World Mission Day will be celebrate this October 21, but the Holy Father released his World Mission Day message on the Feast of the Epiphany, January 6. I wanted to provide it for you to read, so I have posted it below. … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“Every person’s mind has a great desire to know and understand important things, but the heart’s desire is to be known. We want not only to know about the world, the things of God, but to be known by God.” … Continue reading →

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If It Happened in Vermont, It Could Happen in Minnesota

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Take a look at what happened to a Catholic couple who owns an inn in Vermont, and who refused to book a “wedding reception” for a same-sex couple. In short, they were sued and had to pay $30,000 in fines … Continue reading →

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Biblical Aspects of Economic Life

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Deacon Bob

In the Old Testament one finds a two-fold attitude towards the goods of an economy. On one hand there is an appreciation that material goods are available for use in maintaining life, and on the other hand economic goods and … Continue reading →

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Recovery Reflections

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Deacon Bob

When a forced shut down is accepted, it leaves me with a certain uneasiness. I dislike, rather intensely, inaction. Time spent without evidence of fruitfulness is time of questionable value for me, even though I know full well that wasted … Continue reading →

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A Pro-life Message Many Don’t Want to Bear

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Deacon Bob

(Feminists for Life is a non-sectarian non-partisan organization.)

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Happy Anniversary, Diaconate Class of 2009!

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Today, the memorial of the Queenship of Mary is the third anniversary of ordination for the diaconate class of 2009 for the Diocese of Winona. To my brothers, David B., David D., Vern, Chris O., Chris W., Preston, Joe, John, … Continue reading →

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Church of the Week

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Mount Saint Mary’s University Emmitsburg, Maryland

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What Do Men and Women on the Street Say about the Marriage?

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Here is another interesting video pertaining to the Marriage Protection Amendment. Listen to what the common person in Minnesota has to say about protecting marriage as a union of one man and one woman. Be informed. Tell your neighbors and … Continue reading →

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The Salvation of the Just

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Deacon Bob

I spent a lot of time in airports a few days ago and had time to observe people. There was the Jamaican guy flirting with the waitress, the Chinese family with Chinese passports bantering back and forth, the maintenance man … Continue reading →

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Virgin Mary ‘crosses the finish line’ with Olympic gold runner: Catholic News Agency (CNA)

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Catholic News Agency has a wonderful article about an Ethiopian runner who won the 5000 meters race recently, and who carried the image of the Blessed Virgin and the Christ Child with her throughout the race. She won the … Continue reading →

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