Author Archives: Susan Kehoe

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About Susan Kehoe

I am the wife of a Catholic deacon living in Des Moines Iowa. My husband Larry was ordained in 2006. We have two children and five grandchildren.. Our daughter and her family live in Ireland, and our son and his family live in Franklin Massachusetts.

Viral Discipleship

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven  and on earth has been given to me.  Go, therefore,* and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and … Continue reading →

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Diocese of Orange Really, Really Wants the Crystal Cathedral

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

It has been in the news for some time that The Diocese of Orange (California) has been  trying to buy the Crystal Cathedral. I ignored it, because I really hoped that it would fall through. It looked like it would … Continue reading →

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The Scandal of Christians Who Support Torture

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Bill Knight (of GateHouse News Service) writes, H/T Mark Shea:  A favorite Psalm sings, “You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day.” But when modern “arrows” are explosives, it’s awfully difficult to be … Continue reading →

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Snowfall at the Basilica

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Today the Church celebrates the Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome. August 5, 2011. (Romereports.com) According to tradition, on the morning of August 5th, back in the year 358, the Esquiline Hill in Rome was completely … Continue reading →

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Freedom to Practice Religion Threatened in Alabama

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

From the Archdiocese of Mobile (H/T Catholic Culture)      Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, If someone who has worldly means sees a brother in need and refuses him compassion, how can the love of God remain in him? Children, … Continue reading →

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Photo: Mass Before the Relics of St. Vianney

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Today is the feast day of St. John Marie Vianney, patron of all the world’s priests. Taylor Marshall has a great picture posted on his blog: Do pray for our many good and faithful priests!  

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Priceless Religious Relic Found in Tennessee Mobile Home

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Just for the record, I haven’t given up blogging.  It has been a wee bit stressful around here, and I still have a lot on my plate. But I am going to start blogging something everyday beginning on Monday even … Continue reading →

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Contraception mandate tramples religious freedom, US bishops say

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

We still have freedom to worship. Freedom to practice our religion? Not so much. Washington D.C., Aug 1, 2011 / 05:45 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The U.S. bishops spoke out on August 1 against federal rules requiring nearly all new health … Continue reading →

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Saint of the Day: St. Mary Magdalene

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

From last years post: Despite the accusations made by progressive feminists, the Church has no position on the identity of Mary of Magdalene. Although she is a very important figure in the Gospels, we know little about her. From the … Continue reading →

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US Bishops Oppose Recommended Mandate for Birth Control, Sterilization in Private Health Plans

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Earlier this week, I posted on the proposed recommendation to the US Department of Health and Human services. The USCCB has issued a statement. WASHINGTON—Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities of the United States … Continue reading →

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