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

Church of the Week

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Deacon Bob

  Basilica of St. Mary Minneapolis, Minnesota

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From the Ancient Catechism of Jerusalem

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Deacon Bob

There is an ancient Christian text called the Catechism of Jerusalem, a selection of which was given for today’s Office of Readings. It has a teaching about baptism that is worth our attention and thought today. My English translation of … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Diocese of St. Augustine!

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today has appointed Bishop Felipe de Jesus Estevez as bishop of the diocese of St. Augustine in Florida. Bishop Estevez was ordained a priest in 1970 for the diocese of Matanzas in Cuba, but was unable to … Continue reading →

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The Resurrection — Who Will Rise? How? Why?

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Deacon Bob

As we continue to rejoice in our Lord’s resurrection during this Octave of Easter, a question no doubt surfaces for all of us, “Who will rise?” The answer is, “All the dead will rise.” Yes, all the dead one day … Continue reading →

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Veneration of the Blood of Blessed John Paul II

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Deacon Bob

This morning, the Vatican indicated that for the beatification of John Paul II this Sunday, there will be exposed for veneration of the faithful a small vial of John Paul II’s blood in liquid form. The Communicato regarding this is … Continue reading →

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Congratulations, Diocese of Evansville!

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Charles C. Thompson from the archdiocese of Louisville to be bishop of the diocese of Evansville. Bishop-elect Thompson was born in 1961 in Louisville, attended St. Meinrad School of Theology and was ordained a … Continue reading →

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A Catholic Guide to End-of-Life Decisions

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Deacon Bob

One of the areas that my employer (Gundersen Lutheran Health System) prides itself in – and for which it has gained some national attention – is end of life planning. Gundersen Lutheran and the other health care system in town … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Deacon Bob

“I am the Christ. Come, therefore, all people oppressed by sin and receive forgiveness. I am indeed your pardon, I am the Passover of redemption, I am the Lamb immolated for you, I am your washing, your light, your salvation, … Continue reading →

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Msgr. Kevin Irwin

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I read by chance this morning that Msgr. Kevin Irwin, Dean of the School of Theology and Religious Studies at Catholic University of America, will be stepping down from his position effective June 30, 2011. I wish him well. Msgr. … Continue reading →

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Quote for Easter Day

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Here are the final few lines of the pope’s Easter Vigil homily: “We celebrate the definitive victory of the Creator and of his creation. We celebrate this day as the origin and the goal of our existence. We celebrate it … Continue reading →

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He Has Risen!

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Happy Easter, everyone! Well, the Exultet is sung without noticeable deficiency. This deacon is glad for that! The Vigil is complete and Easter has dawned early here. The body is tired from the waiting in the night, but the light … Continue reading →

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“The Open Book of Our Frail Hearts”

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Pope Benedict said at the beginning of the Way of the Cross in Rome yesterday that in the “hour of darkness” of the Church and the world, God reads “the open book of our frail hearts.” What comforting words taken … Continue reading →

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Church of the Week

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Divine Mercy Church Faribault, Minnesota

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Blood and Water

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Deacon Bob

From the side of Jesus on the cross flowed blood and water. St. John Chrysostom admonishes us to not pass over this aspect of Golgotha without stopping and meditating on it. Blood and water…. Chrysostom said in his Catechesis (my … Continue reading →

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An Ancient Homily on Easter

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The Office of Readings gives us opportunity today to reflect upon Jesus as the Lamb that is slain for our salvation, and the fulfillment of the Old Testament promises. St. Melito of Sardis, bishop, is the author. I provide here … Continue reading →

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