Category Archives: Saints and Prophets

The Angelic Doctor

Posted on January 28, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Today, we celebrate the memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas, often called the “Angelic Doctor” because of his theology of angels. As I suspect you know, he is probably the foremost theologian of the Catholic Church of all time, living in the … Continue reading →

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St. Bernard Reflects on the Cross and the Sacred Heart

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Deacon Bob

In today’s Office of Readings, St. Bernard reflects on the meaning of the Cross and the Sacred Heart.  As always for him, his language in poetic. Here is a snippet of what he wrote, my translation into English. “He nutured … Continue reading →

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In Re: Saints

Posted on January 18, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Here is a quote from the book, St. Charles of Sezze: An Autobiograpy: “[There is] the opinion, quite common among religious people, that saints are born saints, that they are privileged right from their first appearance on this earth. This … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 18, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“Nothing is hidden from the Lord; even our secrets are before his gaze. Let us do everything then with the awareness that he lives in us, so that we may be his temple and he who lives in us may … Continue reading →

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Virtue and Vice

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Deacon Bob

Here is a good definition of vice and virtue, as described by Saint Basil the Great. My translation to English: “In fact, the definition of vice is this: to use in an evil manner, or in a manner alien from … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 8, 2010 by Deacon Bob

“The second requisite in prayer for bride of God is thanksgiving. Thank the creator in all humility for blessings already conferred and those still to be granted by him.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM

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Quote for the Day

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Deacon Bob

“If you become docile to his holy commands, you will become good as he is good; you will be like him and you will receive glory from him. God is not stingy with his benefits, he who for his glory … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Stephen!

Posted on December 26, 2009 by Deacon Bob

Being a deacon blogger, I can’t help but post on St. Stephen, whose feast we celebrate today. As you know, he is the Protomartyr that is, the first martyr of the Church.  He was also among the first deacons of … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Deacon Bob

“How marvelous is divine wisdom, for it brought salvation through the cinders of humility.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM

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Quote for the Day

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Deacon Bob

“Always stay close to the Catholic Church, because it alone can give you true peace, because it alone possesses Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, who is the true Prince of Peace.” — St. Padre Pio

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Quote for the Day

Posted on December 9, 2009 by Deacon Bob

“To think on Jesus is like a breath of new life. His kindness fills one to the brim. His sweetness is in overflowing measure.” — St. Claire of Assissi

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Advent Longing for the Lord

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Deacon Bob

Advent is a time for longing.  Longing for the Lord.  We are eager to see him, to be with him, to know him. He is coming. St. Anselm today in his Proslogion writes: “Teach me to search for you, and … Continue reading →

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Feast of St. Andrew

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Deacon Bob

Today is the feast of St. Andrew the apostle.  He was the brother of Peter, and the gospel tells the story of Andrew going to his brother and announcing that he had found the Messiah, and “He led him to … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Deacon Bob

“There are three requisites for perfect prayer. First, when at prayer close your senses and concentrate with all your being, body and soul, and calmly dwell with sorrow and contrition on all your weaknesses past, present and future.” -St. Bonaventure, … Continue reading →

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Sing and Walk

Posted on November 28, 2009 by Deacon Bob

St. Augustine has the last words for reflection in the liturgical year which ends tonight at sundown. In today’s Office of Readings, he concludes his discourse with the words, “Sing and walk.” We sing alleluia (praise God) in this life … Continue reading →

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