Deacon Bob Yerhot serves the diocese of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota. He has dedicated his life to the service of his family and the Catholic Church. He has studied philosophy, classical humanities, theology and social work at St. Mary’s College (now University) at Winona, Minnesota, the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, and the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. He currently serves two parishes in southeast Minnesota, is the Assistant Director Emeritus of the Diaconate for the Diocese of Winona, and is the diocesan consultant for the Courage and Encourage Apostolate and Unbound ministry in the diocese. He offers days of reflection and retreats for diaconal communities in the United States. For over 30 years he practiced clinical social work and psychotherapy before retiring in 2015.
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Recent Posts
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2004
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Cycle Bob
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024
- Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 6th Sunday of Easter, Cycle B
Recent Comments
- Deacon Bob on Conferences and Retreats
- Tom Zeeh on Conferences and Retreats
- Deacon Bob on Deacon Bob’s Homilies — Click to Read
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- Deacon Bob on Holy Father’s Letter to the US Bishops on Retreat
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Category Archives: Popes
Holy Father’s Urbi et Orbi Message
Each year, the Holy Father issues a Christmas message to the entire world (Urbi et Orbi). Here are his words for 2012. “Veritas de terra orta est!” – “Truth has sprung out of the earth” (Ps 85:12). Dear brothers and sisters in Rome … Continue reading
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The Holy Father’s Christmas Message to the Cardinals, Curia and Governorate
Dear readers, I would ask that you take the time to read carefully the Holy Father’s message below. There is a lot in it. He addresses the New Evangelization. He addresses the nature of family, the unity of the human … Continue reading
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Papa Luciani: An Audio Tribute
Vatican Radio has put together a wonderful little audio report on the papacy of Pope John Paul I – Papa Luciani – in which you will hear him speaking in English, and you will be able to listen to the … Continue reading
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A “Catholic” Newspaper Gets It Wrong
Some of you may already be on top of this story. On December 3rd, the National Catholic Reporter published an editorial endorsing the ordination of women to the priesthood. If you must, you can log on to: http://ncronline.org/node/40306 to read … Continue reading
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Faith as Liberation Mediated by Communion with Christ
Pope Benedict has written eloquently about the virtue of faith, and fittingly so in the Year of Faith. He has reminded us that faith is a supremely personal act, by which he means it is an act of the whole … Continue reading
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I Was There…. Pope John Paul II is Elected 34 Years Ago Tonight
Today is the 34th anniversary of the election of Karol Woityla as Pope John Paul II. I was there that night and remember it as if it were last week. Here is a video clip of what I and hundreds … Continue reading
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The Holy Father Speaks on the Opening of Vatican II 50 Years Ago
The Holy Father gave an off-the-cuff talk to the faithful in St. Peter’s square three days ago. He spoke of the beginning of the Second Vatican Council and spoke from the heart about how in the last 50 years the … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“Purity of heart, carefully and constantly guarded, becomes the rule, and the radiance, of our whole life, and of every word and deed.” — Blessed John XXIII, SFO
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Seventh Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI’s Election
Last week in the midst of a lot of activity, I didn’t have time to post on the seventh anniversary of the Holy Father’s election to the See of Peter. Also last week, he celebrated his 85th birthday. Here is … Continue reading
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The “Fundamental Lie” and the Remedy
I do not know whether or not you have read Pope Benedict’s homily for Holy Thursday two weeks past, but it is a wonderful meditation. I would encourage you to read and reflect upon it: www.vatican.va/holy_father/benedict_xvi/homilies/2012/documents/hf_ben-xvi_hom_20120405_coena-domini_en.html At the end of the homily, … Continue reading
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Anti-Catholic Bigotry in Minnesota
You may be aware that the University of Minnesota – Duluth will be hosting a play entitled, The Deputy written by Rolf Hochhuth. This play, which I have not read or seen personally, reputedly castigates Pope Pius XII and portrays … Continue reading
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Benedict XVI, Sexuality, and the Bishops of Region VIII
Bishop Quinn and other bishops met with the Holy Father today for their ad limina. I wanted to share with you the words he spoke to them. My source is from the Vatican’s website (www.vatican.va). Dear Brother Bishops, I greet … Continue reading
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Quote for the Day
“As we know, in vast areas of the world, faith is in danger of being extinguished like a flame that runs out of fuel. We have before us a profound crisis of faith, a loss of the sense of religious … Continue reading
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A Light to the Nations
Yesterday in my homily at 6:30 am Mass, I spoke of my experiences being present for papal Masses celebrated by three popes in 1978. The memorial of Sts. Timothy and Titus was being celebrated, and the Gospel for the day … Continue reading
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33 Years Ago Today – Papa Wojtyla on Family
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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