Category Archives: Popes

The Dignity of the Worker

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Bishop William F. Murphy of Rockville Centre, New York had some interesting things to say recently in the U.S. bishops’ annual Labor Day statement. “More than ever, the dignity of the worker is a foundation upon which we should measure … Continue reading →

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The Enduring Ministry of John Paul II

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Deacon Bob

I was visiting someone in the nursing home this morning and as I entered her room, I noticed a holy card with the image of John Paul II in chasuble, mitre and crozier, with hand outstretched in blessing. The woman … Continue reading →

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Attention Deacons!

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Here is a brief quote from Pope Benedict XVI from his address on May 21 to the Pontifical Mission Societies. “Preaching the Gospel is the call of God’s children to freedom, to the construction of an ever more just and … Continue reading →

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St. Gregory of Nyssa on Church Unity

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Deacon Bob

St. Gregory in today’s Office of Readings has some beautiful words on the unity of faith in the Christian community. Here is an excerpt (my translation from the Italian text I use): “But among all the words that he (Jesus) … Continue reading →

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Nine Days that Changed the World

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Log on to:  www.ninedaysthatchangedtheworld.com It is a trailer for an upcoming movie on June 2-10, 1979, the nine days when Pope John Paul II went back to his native Poland, and the beginning of the end of the Iron Curtain … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Pope Benedict!

Posted on April 16, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Today is the 83rd birthday of the Holy Father, Pope Benedict.   Ad multos annos! May God strengthen the Bishop of Rome in his ministry as Shepherd of the Universal Church.

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On Being a Christian

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Deacon Gordon sent me a quote that I would like highlight.  Please read the first comment on yesterday’s “Quote of the Day”, or read on below. “Being a Christian is not the result of an ethical choice or lofty ideas, but the … Continue reading →

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War and Peace

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Pope Pius XII said on August 24, 1939, at the beginning of the Second World War, “Nothing is lost with peace, everything may be with war.” Gaudium et Spes, one of the documents of Vatican II said,  “Men in so … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“God’s passionate love for his people – for humanity – is at the same time a forgiving love. It is so great that it turns God against himself, his love against his justice.” — Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est

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Quote for the Day

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“As you carry out your vital responsibilities, be assured that I remain close to you and I offer you the support of my prayers.” — Pope Benedict XVI

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A Prayer from Papa Luciani

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Here is a simple prayer, attributed to Papa Luciani, that we all could include in our night prayer. I am asking you a grace, my Lord. I would like you to be nearby me when I close my eyes on the … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict’s Pastoral Letter to Ireland – follow up post

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

I want to include in today’s posting section 7 of the Pope’s letter to the Church of Ireland in which he addressed priests and religious who are or have been perpetrators of abuse. “You betrayed the trust that was placed … Continue reading →

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Sexual Abuse – An Apology

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father today release a pastoral letter to the people of God in Ireland. His words in this letter can well be applied to all countries where the sexual abuse by clergy and religious has occurred.  I want to … Continue reading →

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The Continuity of the Church

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Deacon Bob

The Holy Father had an interesting comment during last Wednesday’s general audience. He spoke of St. Bonaventure and the Franciscans, but then tied into that the reality of the continuity of the Church throughout the centuries. I have translated the … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Day

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Deacon Bob

I swiped this from Dr. Susan Windley-Daost’s weblog, The Ironic Catholic, www.ironiccatholic.com.  A link is on the lower right of this page, under blogroll. I hope you don’t mind, Dr. Sue. “It often happens that I wake up at night … Continue reading →

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