Author Archives: Deacon Bob

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Moderator: Deacon Bob Yerhot of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota.

To be a Missionary is not to be a Revolutionary

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today, in his Angelus message at noon in Rome, made the following comment (my translation of the Italian original): “Missionary work is not to revolutionize the world, but transfigure it, drawing from the strength of Jesus Christ … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Diocese of Orlando!

Posted on October 23, 2010 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today nominated Bishop  John G. Noonan bishop of the diocese of Orlando. Formerly the auxiliary bishop of Miami, he was born in Ireland. He emigrated to the United States after beginning his college studies, eventually studying at … Continue reading →

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Grief and the Church

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Four days ago, the Catholic periodical, Commonweal ran an article by Peter Steinfels entitled, “Further Adrift,” in which he cites the February 2008 Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life’s U.S. Religious Landscape Survey. Mr. Steinfels’ take on the survey … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“If only I had the love of one of the Seraphim! I would like to compel all creation to help me love God above all things. Love never fails.” — St. Conrad of Parzham, OFM Cap.

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Prayer for the Day

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“O good Jesus, from what great bitterness have you not freed me by your coming, time after time… with the ointment of your mercy and poured in the oil of gladness? How often prayer raised me from the brink of … Continue reading →

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Archbishop Burke’s Statement

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

If you would like to read Archbishop Burke’s statement on being named a Cardinal, log on to his press release at: Archbishop’s Statement Let us all offer our prayers for Cardinal-designate Burke, that he may serve faithfully and humbly the … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Cardinal-designate Raymond Burke!

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today named 24 new Cardinals of the Church, including two Americans: Archbishop Raymond Burke (formally of the diocese of La Crosse) and Archbishop Donald Wuerl of Washington, D.C. The cardinal-designates will be formally installed in a special consistory on … Continue reading →

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The Loss of Moral Vocabulary

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Deacon Bob

I spent most of the day today in a conference on ethics in clinical social work.  The presenter was a nationally known professor, clinician and author. To his credit, he did a wonderful job keeping us on track, presented some … Continue reading →

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Two sore knees

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Deacon Bob

I am currently out of town at a continuing education conference for the next few days. Found a computer station I can use to type out a few thoughts. Two sore knees describe the existential situation.  No the soreness is … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Papa Luciani

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Happy belated birthday, Papa Luciani! Yesterday would have been Pope John Paul I’s 98th birthday.  Hard for me to believe it, as he is etched in my memory as a 65ish year old man. For your information, there is a … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“Only in the Church is salvation: without it one perishes!” — Pope John Paul I (Papa Luciani), August 27, 1978; italics his.

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Founder of the Missionary of Charity Fathers Dies

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Fr. Joseph M. Langford died two days ago in Tijuana, Mexico. Father Langford was 59, and it is reported he died suddenly of a heart attack. Ordained in Rome in 1978 for the Oblates of the Virgin Mary, he began … Continue reading →

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Prayer for the Day

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“My God, with all my heart above all things I love You, infinite goodness and our eternal happiness, and for your sake I love my neighbor as myself and forgive offenses received. Oh Lord, may I love you more and … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“His passage has given proof of the Church’s vitality.” — Blessed Mother Teresa, referencing Pope John Paul I (Papa Luciani)

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Another “Just in Case” Posting

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Just in case you didn’t think you had a chance at sainthood because of some sin, weakness or failure, take a look at today’s feast day, St. Callistus. Callistus was a slave in the imperial household in Rome in the … Continue reading →

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