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

Benedict XVI on Religious Freedom

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today spoke to the Diplomatic Corps to the Vatican. This is an annual event to all diplomats accredited to the Holy See. In his address, among other things, he addressed religious freedom. Here is an excerpt: In … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of “Ordinary Time”

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Well, I have just finished Christmas having assisted at 6:30am Mass this morning. This being the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord marks the end of the festivities of the Nativity and the beginning of “Ordinary Time” (which is … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Deacon Bob

“Let your thinking be simple and lowly; always without wearying, focuse your attention on what is above you, and let the love of God be like oil poured over everything.” — St. Paschal Baylon, OFM

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Deacon Bob’s Homily for Epiphany 2012

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Here is my homily for this weekend. Audio: Epiphany Homily 2012 Text: Today, we celebrate the Epiphany of the Lord, the revelation to the world by the coming of the Magi to worship the Christ child that God is the God … Continue reading →

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Breaking News: Two New American Cardinals Named

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father, just minutes ago, announced that two prelates from the United States, Archbishop Edwin F. O’Brien, formerly of Baltimore and Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York will be given the red hat during the upcoming February 18th consistory. The appointments of O’Brien … Continue reading →

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The Year of Faith (1967) in the Words of Papa Luciani

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Many of us do not realize that Pope Paul VI also called the Church to a “Year of Faith” in 1967 to mark the 1900 year anniversary of the martyrdom of Sts. Peter and Paul. Just as our particular dioceses … Continue reading →

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The Year of Faith

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Deacon Bob

There will be a “Year of Faith” celebrated throughout the world, starting on October 11, 2012 and ending on November 24, 2013. The starting date coincides with the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council and, I … Continue reading →

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Safeguard Your Vocation

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Deacon Bob

One of the realities of Christian life is that each and every human being has a divine vocation to which he or she is called by God. Yes, each of us. Unfortunately and for various reasons, many people do not … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Diocese of San Diego!

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father earlier today nominated Bishop Cirilo Flores coadjutor bishop of San Diego, which means he will immediately become bishop of that diocese upon the death or retirement of its current bishop, Robert H. Brom. Bishop Flores was born … Continue reading →

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We Are Off and Running… Or Are We?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Deacon Bob

In a few minutes, the citizens of Iowa will be gathering for their caucuses in which they will be selecting a candidate from their respective parties for president as well as building planks for their parties platforms this coming fall. … Continue reading →

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Tired of Celebrating Yet?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Deacon Bob

This coming weekend is the Epiphany of the Lord. It marks three weekends in a row during which we have had major celebrations of our faith: Christmas, Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God, and Epiphany. Three weeks of celebrations. … Continue reading →

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Church of the Week

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Deacon Bob

St. Patrick Catholic Church Jackson, California  

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Martyrs of the Church During 2011

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Fides, the information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies, released its 2011 report listing the names of pastoral workers, bishops, priests, men and women religious and lay Catholics killed during 2011. During 2011, 26 pastoral care workers, 18 priests, 4 … Continue reading →

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Holy Father Establishes the Personal Ordinariate of The Chair of St. Peter

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Today, the Holy Father formally established the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter. Let me try to explain. For quite sometime, some of the Anglican Church here in the United States, and elsewhere in the world, have wanted … Continue reading →

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33 Years Ago Today – Papa Wojtyla on Family

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Thirty-three years ago today, December 31, 1978, during the first few months of his pontificate, Pope John Paul II delivered this homily of thanksgiving for the end of the year in the Church of the Most Holy Name of Jesus. … Continue reading →

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