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The Deacon's Bench
Would you give communion to them?
By
deacon greg kandra
Well, it’s gotten a fair amount of attention in the blogosphere, and even on TV, where no less a luminary than Bill O’Reilly took note of it. I’m referring, of course, to San Francisco’s archbishop giving communion to the two gentlemen pictured on the left. Now, Catholic Online has offered its own stinging critique by…
Taking God behind bars
By
deacon greg kandra
More and more deacons are spending time behind bars. Ministering, that is. Which is one reason why this item caught my eye. A story this weekend reports on the amazing growth in prisons built on faith: Killer-turned-artist Manny Hernandez on the prison where he’s finishing an eight-year term: “It’s a blessing to be here.” Fellow…
Oh. Well, then, nevermind.
By
deacon greg kandra
Boy, you take a couple of days off, and the world goes just a little bit nuts. I returned from my diaconate retreat Sunday afternoon to find that the Catholic world had its knickers in a knot over an Italian priest who, according to television reports, was caught making sexual overtures toward a young man.…
Gone prayin’
By
deacon greg kandra
I’m headed for a weekend retreat with my brother deacons at this place. I’ll see you all again next week. Meantime, rest assured: you will all be with me in my prayers. Blessings to you all,+ Deacon Greg
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