Author Archives: Deacon Bob

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

Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Just returned from visiting family. It’s Mother’s Day and I want to wish my mom especially a happy day! Thanks Mom for all you have done for me in my life! Without you I would not have become who I … Continue reading →

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Church of the Week

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Deacon Bob

  St. Olaf Catholic Church Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The Diaconate is Thriving

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Thanks to a quick run over to Deacon Greg Kandra (see link under blogroll), I went over to The Tidings to read a wonderful story of a large diaconate class due for ordination in the archdiocese of Los Angeles. A … Continue reading →

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New Guard Sworn In

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Today, in Vatican City, a new group of Swiss Guard were sworn in to service to the Holy Father. The history of the Swiss Guard is very interesting, and I don’t have the time right now to elaborate on it. … Continue reading →

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Marriage? Dead or Alive?

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I couldn’t help but both chuckle and shudder when I read Fox News’ report that Cameron Diaz has declared traditional marriage a “dying institution.” According to Fox News’ reporting of what was a Maxim interview with Diaz, she said, “I … Continue reading →

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Thoughts While Preparing for Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I will be presiding tonight at Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction for one of the parishes to which I am assigned. It will be an hour of quiet before the Lord. The crowd will be small, but those present have a … Continue reading →

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New Seminary in the United States

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Deacon Bob

This doesn’t happen all that often, so it is newsworthy. The archdiocese of Washington, D.C. formally established a new seminary named Blessed John Paul II Seminary located near The Catholic University of America (CUA). Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Deacon Bob

“Give praise to Him because He is good; exalt Him by your deeds, for He has sent you into the whole world for this reason — that in word and deed you may bear witness to His voice and bring … Continue reading →

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The Vatican’s Comments About The Killing of Bin Laden

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I wish to provide my English translation of the declaration of the Holy See in reference to the killing of Osama Bin Laden. Osama Bin Laden — as we all know — was most gravely responsible for the spreading of … Continue reading →

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The Church Knows It Needs Bloggers

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Deacon Bob

You may not be aware, but one of the events occurring at the Vatican these recent days has been an invitation only meeting of Catholic bloggers from all over the world, sponsored by the pontifical councils for culture and social … Continue reading →

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The Killing of Bin Laden

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I heard this morning that United States forces killed Osama Bin Laden and a few others in a raid in Pakistan. If you read the news reports, it would seem the entire nation is rejoicing. Why is it I am … Continue reading →

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My Reflections of Blessed John Paul II in Light of John Paul I

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Deacon Bob

My time in Rome during the pontificate of John Paul II was brief. I left Rome in December, 1978, shortly after he was elected. I was privileged, though, to have been able to be in the Piazza di San Pietro … Continue reading →

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John Paul II is Beatified

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father beatified Pope John Paul II this morning at the Vatican. From the reports I have read so far, it sounds like it was what everyone expected — a grand day. The Anchoress, (see link to lower right) … Continue reading →

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Blessed John Paul II — Take a Long Look

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I want to alert you to a wonderful webpage provided by Corriere della Sera which is an Italian newspaper from Milan. They have several pages dedicated to John Paul II. Many photographs, a history of the popes, and all sorts … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Deacon Bob

“I am not moved to love You, O Lord my God for all the gifts You’ve given to share. Nor am I moved to please You in what is pleasing to me. It is enough to have the cross I … Continue reading →

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