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 Director 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. He now is a spiritual director for clergy and men in formation.
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Fr. Frank Pavone, Archbishop Dolan, Final Report on Women Religious: My thoughts
I seldom post on current hot issues that have to do with specific persons. The last time I did, I got zillions of comments most which left me regretting the catalzying post at the time. Today, if you have been perusing … Continue reading
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Cycle B, 2014
Here is my homily for this weekend. God bless each of you! Third Sunday of Advent 2014 Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle B, 2014 Isaiah 61: 1-2a, 10-11; 1 Thes 5: 16-24; John 1: 6-8, 19-28 December 13/14, 2014 Jesus … Continue reading
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for Thursday, 2nd Week of Advent, 2014
In our first reading this morning from the prophet Isaiah we hear expressed a basic aspect of our faith, which is that after man’s fall to sin in the Garden we had descended so far into the depths of sin, … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Be kindly disposed toward the poor, the wretched and afflicted; help them as much as you can and console them.” — St. Louis IX, SFO
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Quote for the Day
(Writing about peace of heart.) “New, immobile in the face of terrors, And faithless to allurements, Peace that the world mocks, But cannot snatch away.” – Alessandro Manzoni, “La Pentecoste”
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Quote for the Day
“Violence is unworthy of man. Violence is a lie, for it goes against the truth of our faith, the truth of our humanity. Violence destroys what it claims to defend: the dignity, the life, the freedom of human beings. Violence … Continue reading
Archbishop Carlson Calls for Peace after Fergeson
Archbishop Carlson from St. Louis has issued a plea for peace following the unrest and rioting in nearby Fergeson, Missouri. His words are incisive, and for all of us, a call to the Gospel. Here is the link to the … Continue reading
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Holy Father’s Words to the European Parliment
Yesterday, the Holy Father addressed the European Parliment in Stratsbourg, France. His words are noteworthy, and I present them to you via the Vatican’s Sala Stampa. I hope you take the time to read and consider. Mr Secretary General, … Continue reading
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2 and a half million children live in shelters, on the streets or in cars – Fides News Agency
Read the following article. We are talking about the United States. Do not forget these people. 2 and a half million children live in shelters, on the streets or in cars – Fides News Agency.
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Quote for the Day
“Jesus is the perfect child of God. In his life and in his love, in the way he related to God and in the way he related to his sisters and brothers, we find our deepest meaning as human beings.” … Continue reading
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for Thursday, 33rd Week of Ordinary Time, Year II
Here is my homily from this morning. God bless you! The Holy Spirit inspired St. Luke to write the Gospel as a description of Jesus journeying to Jerusalem, step by step approaching the Holy City in which he would suffer, … Continue reading
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for Wednesday, 33rd Week of Ordinary Time, Year II
Here is my homily from last night’s Mass. God bless all! If tonight’s Gospel sounds familiar, it should. Last Sunday’s Gospel was from Matthew in which we heard the same parable we hear tonight from St. Luke. God gifts his … Continue reading
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Francis speaks of deacons again!!
The Holy Father once again mentioned deacons directly in his Wednesday General Audience today! Deo Gratias. He did so last week also, which is so welcomed by us deacons who long for a connection to his heart and to know … Continue reading
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Deacon Bob’s Homily for the Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran
Here is my homily for this weekend. God bless all! Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran November 8/9, 2014 Ez 47: 1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Cor 3: 9c-11, 16-17; John 2: 13-22 We celebrate today the feast of … Continue reading
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Holy Father’s Words to Deacons, Priests, and Bishops
The Holy Father directly spoke of deacons last Wednesday during his General Audience. He rarely mentions deacons, and those of us who have been called to the diaconate have been a bit confused as to his silence (see previous posts). His comments … Continue reading
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