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Richard Hay
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Keeping an eye on tech!

Deacon in the Roman Catholic Church. Tech Blogger & Podcaster.

Ex-Microsoft and Ex-Microsoft MVP.

"Tech Deacon of Bluesky"

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Just in case you need a fresh friendly dog in a profile view checking out the scenery.

This is Luka my miniature labradoodle.

He is most certainly a good boy!
January 21, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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My final night out here in the Arizona desert and have three new images which I captured.

Whirlpool Galaxy
Omega Centauri
Rosette Nebula
January 16, 2026 at 2:11 PM
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My latest observations here near Tucson.

Jellyfish Nebula
Soul Nebula
Pacman Nebula
Goldeneye Cluster

The first two are quite dim and it took 3-4 hours to get this much data. Longer observations would continue to enhance the visuals.

Still, very happy to have the chance for these long captures.
January 15, 2026 at 3:36 PM
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My observations from last night here in Tucson, Arizona.

Monkey Head Nebula
Triangulum Galaxy
Leo Triplet
Christmas Tree Cluster
January 14, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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One early morning observation from Tucson. 50 minutes exposure for Bode's Galaxy (M81) and the Cigar Galaxy (M82).
Bode's Galaxy (M81) and the Cigar Galaxy (M82).
January 13, 2026 at 2:06 PM
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Three of my observations last night here outside of Tucson as we begin the Vatican Observatory Foundation's week-long workshop Astronomy for Catholics and Ministers in Education (ACME).

Andromeda Galaxy (M31), Pleiades (M45), and Orion's Nebula (M42).

All stacked from 40 mins worth of exposures.
Andromeda Galaxy (M31). Pleiades (M45). Orion's Nebula (M42).
January 13, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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There are a lot of stars in the dark skies above southwest Arizona.
January 12, 2026 at 4:27 AM
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Feast of Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist

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O God, Who through the blessed Apostle John have unlocked for us the secrets of your Word, grant, we pray, that we may grasp with proper understanding what he has so marvelously brought to our ears. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
December 27, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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Feast of Saint Stephen, First Martyr

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Lord, Today we celebrate the entrance of Saint Stephen into eternal glory. He died praying for those who killed him. Help us to imitate his goodness and to love our enemies. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
December 26, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)

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Father, We are filled with the new light by the coming of your Word among us. May the light of faith shine in our words and actions. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
December 25, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Tuesday of the Third Week of Advent

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Father of love, You made a new creation through Jesus Christ your Son. May his coming free us from sin and renew his life within us, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
December 16, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr

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Lord, Give us courage through the parts of Saint Lucy. As we celebrate her entrance into eternal glory, we ask to share her happiness in the life to come. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open. The Sanctuary of St Lucy in Venice. The Sanctuary of St Lucy in Venice.
December 13, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Our waning moon this morning.

Taken with the DWARF Mini Smartscope.

The scope, once focused and tracking, takes 20 images and merges them to get the best detailed image overall.

Then I take that image and crop it and enhance it a bit to show the details more clearly.
The waning crescent moon.
December 13, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Wednesday of the Second Week of Advent

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All-powerful Father, We await the healing power of Christ your Son. Let us not be discouraged by our weaknesses as we prepare for his coming. Keep us steadfast in your love. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
December 10, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Saturday of the First Week of Advent

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God our Father, You loved the world so much you gave your only Son to free us from the ancient power of sin and death. Help us who wait for his coming, and lead us to true liberty. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
December 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Tuesday of the First Week of Advent

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Look with favor, Lord God, on our petitions, and in our trials grant us your compassionate help, that, consoled by the presence of your Son, whose coming we now await, we may be tainted no longer by the corruption of former ways. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Picture of a sanctuary in a Catholic Church with the crucifix, altar, ambo, and Advent Wreath visible.
December 2, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Monday of the First Week of Advent

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Lord our God, Help us to prepare for the coming of Christ your Son. May he find us waiting, eager in joyful prayer. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
December 1, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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First Sunday of Advent

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All-powerful God, Increase our strength of will for doing good that Christ may find an eager welcome at his coming and call us to his side in the kingdom of heaven where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
November 30, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Thursday of the Thirty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time -Thanksgiving

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Lord, True light and source of all light, listen to our morning prayer. Turn our thoughts to what is holy and may we ever live in the light of your love. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
November 27, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Tuesday of the Thirty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time

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Lord Jesus Christ, True light of the world, you guide all mankind to salvation. Give us the courage, strength and grace to build a world of justice and peace, ready for the coming of that kingdom, where you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
November 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Memorial of Saint Andrew Dŭng-Lạc, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs

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O God, The source and origin of all fatherhood, you kept the blessed martyrs Andrew and his companions faithful to the cross of your Son even to the shedding of their blood. Through their intercession enable us to spread your love among our brothers and sisters, that we may truly be your children. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
November 24, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

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Almighty and merciful God, You break the power of evil and make all things new in your Son Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe. May all in heaven and earth proclaim your glory and never cease to praise you. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
November 23, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr

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Lord of mercy, Be close to those who call upon you. With Saint Cecilia to help us hear and answer our prayers. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open.
November 22, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Memorial of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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Eternal Father, We honor the holiness and glory of the Virgin Mary. May her prayers bring us the fullness of your life and love. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
November 21, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Thursday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time

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All-powerful and ever-living God, At morning, noon, and evening we pray: cast out from our hearts the darkness of sin and bring us to the light of your truth, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Liturgy of the Hours prayer book open in a church.
November 20, 2025 at 12:35 PM