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.

Postless in Des Moines

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Sorry for the light blogging today. I had, for those of you who don’t know, a health scare, but I am just fine. Now. I have been working on a post concerning purgatory, but yesterday side lined me. So it … Continue reading →

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Today’s (almost) Saint

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Blessed Junipero Serra Excerpt: “At the age of thirty-seven, he landed in Mexico City on January 1, 1750, and spent the rest of his life working for the conversion of the peoples of the New World. In 1768, Father Serra … Continue reading →

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Let the Debating Begin

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

We have a good discussion going on the New American Religion: I believe in whatever thread. Please join the discussion. Just remember that we are Christians please see the rules of engagement. Okay. Let the discussion begin! On the above … Continue reading →

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Martyrs of The Church of Rome

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Today we honor the Christians who were martyred during Nero’s reign. From an Irish Catholic website: The fire of Rome under Nero 64 AD In July of 64 AD, more than half of Rome was destroyed by fire. Rumour blamed … Continue reading →

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The New American Religion:I believe in Whatever

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

This is so sad. On so many levels. “SPRING LAKE — A prominent Spring Lake church removed its cross Tuesday and has changed its name as part of a series of moves intended to make it more inclusive C3Exchange, 225 … Continue reading →

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On Rituals and Men

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

This is cool

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St. Peter and St. Paul

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Today is the feast day of St. Peter and St. Paul. St. Augustine tells us that they gave up their lives for the truth: “This day has been consecrated for us by the martyrdom of the blessed apostles Peter and … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Marriage

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Between one man and one woman, that is. The US Bishops have a lot of new resources on their web site to explain why the Church cannot accept homosexual marriage: Marriage: Unique for a Reason provides resources to assist with … Continue reading →

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Forgiven, Redeemed, Reconciled

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

Three words. Much power. This is a remarkable and heart wrenching story from the Wyoming Star-Tribune. H/T Get Religion. In September of 2005 three seminarians , studying for the priesthood, go out for a few drinks.  Tragically, they all get … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Susan Kehoe

To Larry, my hero, my best friend, spiritual director, the love of my life and my favorite deacon. I am profoundly thankful for your parents who are now asleep in Christ.  They raised you to become a remarkable and holy … Continue reading →

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