For most people, sight is a crucial sense which we rely on consistently to understand and respond to the world around us. May we call upon the Lord for the sight we need to see the path from this life to the next.
November 16, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to his disciples that challenges us to consider how we are using the unique gifts and talents that we have been given for the glory and praise of God.
November 14, 2020 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to illustrate the need to pray without becoming weary. May we take his teaching to heart with these practical tips for our daily routine.
November 14, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus refers to Noah and Lot as examples about how swiftly change can happen in life. The reminder is clear: may we live each day with our affairs in order, ready and prepared to respond to the Lord.
November 13, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus warns his disciples not to go chasing for the Kingdom of God; it is already among them! Rather, we make the most of each day to live our lives for the Lord.
November 12, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The thankfulness of a cleansed leper reveals the power of gratitude to renew and heal our hearts.
November 11, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reminds the Apostles that our service of God does not earn us special status; rather, our actions acknowledge with humility that all we have is a gift from the Lord. Simply put, our service is the least we can do...the real treasure is our love.
November 10, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Both the first reading and the Gospel reveal how Wisdom is a precious treasure that can help us prudently prepare to face the uncertainty of life. May we pray for the gift of this virtue, especially when we find ourselves dealing with change and difficulty.
November 7, 2020 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus reminds us that we cannot serve two masters. Sooner or later, we must choose who (or what) guides and directs our lives.
November 7, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable in Luke's Gospel that highlights the need to make course corrections in our life through prudent actions.
November 6, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers two parables to illustrate how Heaven rejoices when we repent, revealing the positive power of this critical component of our Christian life.
November 5, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm Response inspires us to turn to the Lord and allow God's grace to flood our hearts with courage, wisdom and strength.
November 4, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The first reading encourages us to cultivate the attitude of Christ as we humbly offer our lives out of love for one another.
November 3, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable about the value of a humble heart. May we let go of our comparisons in pride and as we draw close to the Lord's love.
October 31, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The beginning of the St. Paul's Letter to the Philippians gratefully acknowledges the power of God's grace to empower and unite us together, offering a beautiful reflection for our lives today.
October 30, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Ephesians invites us to take on the battles of life with help from Heaven as we arm ourselves with the protection of God's grace.
October 29, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Using an example of bread Jesus explains the Kingdom of God.
October 27, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Ephesians offers a powerful exhortation to live as children of light.
October 26, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Great Commandment to love God and love one another offers a reminder that while our words signal our behavior, our actions reveal our hearts.
October 24, 2020 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus reminds us with a number of examples and a parables to repent of our sins and turn to God.
October 24, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Suprerior, WI
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Jesus reminds us that just as we read the weather to determine our action the next day, so we also read the signs of life to determine how our faith will guide us...especially in a storm.
October 23, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The daily readings proclaim God's goodness and power. As Jesus comes to light the fire of the Holy Spirit in our world we are confronted with a choice: to accept God's path or walk away. What will we choose?
October 22, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The end of today's passage from the Gospel of Luke will challenge each one of us as we reflect on how we are using the blessings we have received.
October 21, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to remind us to be steadfast and alert, ready to respond at any moment to God's call in our lives.
October 20, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches with a parable in the Gospel of Luke how we are called to build up fabulous treasures...in Heaven!
October 19, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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