Author Archives: Deacon Bob

About Deacon Bob

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

Love God means Love Brother

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Deacon Bob

The first reading at Mass today from John’s first epistle begins with the rather blunt statement, “Anyone who says they love God but hates his brother is a liar.” What a wonderful, I could say, expression of the reality of … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“Prayer lets you experience the gospel paradox of losing yourself in order to find yourself. The more you lose yourself in contemplation of God, the more yourself do you really become.” — Murray Bodo, OFM

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“To overspend energy on negatives can only diminish our energy for good. If we know the truth and live it, gospel freedom is a gift from the Spirit.” — Lester Bach, OFM Cap.

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Number of Pastoral Workers Killed in 2013

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Fides, the information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies recently released data on the number of pastoral workers killed throughout the world in 2013. Twenty-two were killed worldwide (mostly priests) in 2013, up from 13 the year before. Violent deaths … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts: Epiphany, Silence, Bergoglio, and Luciani

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Today, we celebrate the great feast of the Epiphany when Jesus is revealed to the nations as king, prophet and priest to the entire world. Church tradition has it that there were three Magi (or Wise Men, or Astrologers) all … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“When we have been remodeled into living witnesses of Christ through solitude, silence, and prayer, we will no longer have to worry about whether we are saying the right thing or making the right gesture, because then Christ will make … Continue reading →

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Last Sunday’s Televised Mass

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Deacon Bob

Here is last Sunday’s televised Mass, courtesy of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Winona. God bless all of you!

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BISHOP QUINN DELIVERS NATIONAL RADIO MESSAGE Diocese of Winona

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Deacon Bob

My bishop, John M. Quinn of the Diocese of Winona, gave a national radio address recently on the Holy Family. I would encourage each of you to sit back and listen to this program. Thank you, Bishop Quinn. http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-resources/christmas/upload/christmas-retreat-year-a-holy-family-english.mp3  

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Deacon Bob

“We do well to remember how very short, after all, it is till our suffering — and our time of merit too — will be over.” — Venerable Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.

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Prayer to St. Stephen, Deacon and Proto-Martyr of the Church

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Deacon Bob

  Prayer to St. Stephen, Protomartyr The Apostles chose Stephen the deacon, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, whom the Jews stoned whilst he prayed, saying: “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit, and lay not this sin … Continue reading →

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The Tale of Two Christmas Coats

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Deacon Bob

This Christmas day brings to mind two wintery moments that occurred at this time of year, both several years ago. Christmas gifts that, if one views them with the eyes of faith, were appearances of the Christ in the disguised … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis’ Christmas Greeting to the World “Urbi et Orbi”

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is Pope Francis’ Urbi et Orbi Christmas message to the world. I reproduce it in its entirety, as per the official Vatican translation. I would add, though, that listening to it in the original Italian as the Pope spoke, he added … Continue reading →

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The Politics of Muddy Thinking

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Deacon Bob

One of my fellow bloggers, Deacon Scott Dodge in Salt Lake City, has written a wonderful post www.scottdodge.blogspot.com on the same-sex marriage issue that is threatening to engulf us all. I encourage you to link over and read it. Deacon Dodge … Continue reading →

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Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 4th Sunday of Advent, Cycle A

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is my homily for this weekend. May the remainder of Advent be blessed for you and your families. Audio: Coming soon!  Text: 4th Sunday of Advent – Cycle A December 21/22, 2013 Isaiah 7:  10-14; Romans 1:  1-7; Matthew … Continue reading →

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Rumor is…..

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Deacon Bob

The rumor is that Pope Francis has directed that the bishops and priests in the Vatican Curia are to take time to hear confessions in a nearby parish, Santo Spirito. All I can say is I hope this is true, … Continue reading →

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