Category Archives: General Interest

A Blast from the Past

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I have had the pleasure of becoming reaquainted with Fr. Chuck Stoetzel, rector of the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Fr. Stoetzel was transferred to La Crosse on July 1. I had been assisting as … Continue reading →

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Gratitude for Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Today is Independence Day, of course. Looking out of my room here there is nothing but sunshine, a breeze and much greenery. A German family was traveling down the River Road recently (i.e., U.S. Highway 61 along the Mississippi River … Continue reading →

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An Irreverant Reception

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I was reading today Te Deum Laudamus! and a letter written by the rector of the cathedral in Phoenix, Arizona. The letter outlines seven common ways recipients of Holy Communion often inadvertently receive in the hand in a manner that … Continue reading →

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The Death of Dr. Death

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Jack Kervorkian, a retired pathologist who became known as “Dr. Death” for his role in assisted suicide, died today at age 83. He was the face of the so-called “right to die” movement in our country. I was always puzzled … Continue reading →

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The Gospel’s Social Relevance

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Deacon Bob

Here is something worth reading:  The Gospel’s Social Relevance It is a copy of an address that Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa delivered to the general assembly of Caritas International on May 27. Cantalamessa is the preacher of the Pontifical Household, and a Capuchin … Continue reading →

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The Holy Father Sends His Prayers and Thoughts

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father sent the following telegram to Bishop James Vann Johnston of the diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau in Missouri in the wake of the destruction of a large portion of Joplin from the recent tornado. The Holy Father has … Continue reading →

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400,000 hits since 2008

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Deacon Bob

This weblog has had over 400,000 hits since it went online in late 2008. Thank you one and all for your interest in stopping by and especially to all who took the time to offer a comment or two. I … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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Random Thoughts

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Deacon Bob

A new week is beginning. Being a cleric, and spending the entire weekend assisting at Mass, preaching and other such diaconal responsibilities often leaves me feeling like one week doesn’t end nor another begins. It becomes clearer to me why the … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day – Fr. Fabian

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Deacon Bob

“As long as we’re on this side of eternity, it’s a matter of imperfect human beings, in an imperfect sort of way, with imperfect instruments, striving for perfection.” — Fr. Andrew C. Fabian, OP (Father Fabian was my philosophy professor … Continue reading →

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Rejoice, Ye Dour Catholics!!

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I ran across a delightful blog post written by Susan Kehoe, the wife of Deacon Larry Kehoe down in Des Moines, Iowa. She entitled the post Catholics Are Not Baptized In Vinegar. Her blog is: A Deacon’s Wife. Reminds me … Continue reading →

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North African Bishops Say “No” to War in Libya

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Deacon Bob

The bishops of North Africa have called for an end to military conflict in Libya. According to Catholic Culture they have said, “We know that war solves nothing, and when it breaks out, it is just as uncontrollable as the … Continue reading →

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A Mirror of the World

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Deacon Bob

I would like to alert you to something a friend of mine from Germany, Achim Furniss, has started recently. He has a website Speculum Mundi which is an opportunity for people throughout the world to exchange ideas, concerns and other … Continue reading →

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