Monthly Archives: March 2014

The Two Popes Who Will Be Saints

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Deacon Bob

This April 27th, Pope Francis will canonize Blessed Pope John XXIII and Blessed Pope John Paul II. In preparation for this event, the Vatican has launched a website. At this time, it is only in Italian, but even if you … Continue reading →

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The Three Great Temptations for the Deacon

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Deacon Bob

There seems to me to be three enticing temptations for the deacon in his life and ministry. I have been thinking of them in the context of an article I am writing about diaconal spirituality that I hope to have … Continue reading →

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Gotta go to Confession Now!

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Courtesy of Catholic News Service, take a look at this. Pope Francis unexpectedly decided to go to confession before hearing the confessions of others at St. Peter’s yesterday. I doubt this has ever been seen by the general public, much … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“It seems to me that, were we only to correspond to God’s graces, continually being showered down on every one of us, we would be able to pass from being great sinners one day to great saints the next.” — … Continue reading →

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What do YOU attribute to God?

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Deacon Bob

In my homily for the early morning Mass today, in response to the Gospel in which Jesus is accused of casting out demons in the name of Beelzebub, I asked those present why it is so common for us to … Continue reading →

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The Sisters of South Sudan

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Deacon Bob

My sister alerted me to this article. As you may know, the new country of South Sudan is undergoing huge challenges and facing major dangers. Here is an account of how nuns working there are doing. God bless them! http://aje.me/OTGhRn

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“Not the Smallest Letter of the Law Shall Pass Away….”

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Deacon Bob

If you attended Mass this morning, you heard the Gospel from Matthew in which Jesus tells his followers that he has come not to abolish but to fulfill the Law, and until that time even the smallest part of the … Continue reading →

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Deacons of the Diocese of Sioux City, Evangelization and Celibacy

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Deacon Bob

I had a wonderful time yesterday with the deacons of the Diocese of Sioux City. In case you are unfamiliar with the geography, this diocese is the northwest corner on Iowa. Purely rural. Farmland for miles to be seen, all … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Film on Pope Francis

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Take look at the trailer of an upcoming film produced by Salt + Light television on “The Francis Effect “. Looks like those interviewed in the film are numerous  well-known and respected men and women. I, for one, intend to … Continue reading →

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Deacons as Viewed in Rome

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Thanks to deacon Greg Kandra, I read with interest an interview conducted by Vatican Insider on the diaconate in the Diocese of Rome. The responder is Msgr. Nicola Filippi, the delegate for the diaconate in Rome. Does the Church’s credibility … Continue reading →

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Chastity Wonderfully Conveyed

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Deacon Bob

I ran across this YouTube video of a young couple speaking to a high school about chastity. From what I saw, no one has ever presented this with such clarity and in a manner so convincing. http://youtu.be/o34t3tdWrFo  

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New Initiative of Global Freedom Network to Eradicate Modern Slavery

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Deacon Bob

The Holy See, along with representatives of other faiths, released today a Joint Declaration regarding modern slavery and the need for its eradication. The content of this declaration deserves our attention, especially us here in the United States whom seem … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“I have sacrificed my freedom for the salvation of others.” — St. Patrick

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Mass of 2nd Sunday of Lent

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Here is today’s Mass, courtesy of the Diocese of Winona.

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Why a Pope? Here’s the Answer.

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Deacon Bob

I ‘d like to share with all of you a video produced by my diocese featuring the Director of Evangelization for the Diocese of Winona, Raymond DeSouza. As he always does with such clarity and eloquence, Mr. DeSouza speaks to … Continue reading →

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