Paul and Barnabas, proclaiming the Gospel with power, are mistaken for pagan gods after a miraculous healing. Their humble response reminds us to keep our eyes fixed on Christ as we carry out the Lord's work in the world.
May 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
May 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The First Letter of Peter reminds us that we are living stones, "chosen and precious in the sight of God...built into a spiritual house...to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God." May these words inspire us to cherish the gift of our lives as we unite together to give praise and glory to the Lord.
May 6, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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As the number of believers grows in Antioch, Paul faces hostility and opposition. His experience reminds us to follow the Lord with all our heart, knowing that there will be challenges, but God will work through what we say and do.
May 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul concludes his preaching in the synagogue with the resurrection of Christ. This crucial component of the faith inspires us to follow the Risen Lord with hope and joy, leading others to Jesus.
May 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the Scripture readings in the synagogue in Antioch, Paul connects salvation history to Jesus, showing how Christ fulfills the Old Testament. May this passage inspire us to learn more about our faith, so that we can share it with the people in our lives.
May 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the persecution of Stephen, the disciples travel and proclaim the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles. More people are joining the Church, and new believers are taking the initiative to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.
May 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter's vision and experience reveals the Holy Spirit at work in the hearts of people who have no connection to Jewish custom and salvation history. The Good News has no boundaries, and we are invited today to consider how we proclaim the Gospel message by what we say and do.
May 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter.
May 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The 23rd Psalm strengthens our faith as we claim Christ as the shepherd of our lives. May we turn to the Lord in our need and call upon God for help when we assist others on their journey through life.
April 29, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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St. Peter performs two miracles, revealing how the power of the Holy Spirit works through human hearts to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ.
April 29, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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God calls both Saul and Ananias in a powerful way, and their response will change their lives and leave a lasting impact on the Church.
April 28, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In a powerful four step process, Philip talks to an Ethiopian eunuch about Jesus. These four simple steps offer us a practical guide to sharing our faith with the people in our lives today.
April 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the hostility and persecution intensifies, the Holy Spirit works powerfully through the disciples and leads to dynamic growth in the early Church.
April 26, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Risen Lord commands his disciples with direct and pointed language to preach the Good News. May we take this instruction to heart as we live our faith today.
April 25, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Stephen, filled with grace and power, works great signs among the people. As a result, he is attacked in an unjust way and brought before the Sanhedrin.
April 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the main themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter.
April 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On the road to Emmaus, two disciples are traveling the wrong way - away from Jerusalem - when they are suddenly accompanied by Jesus, whom they do not recognize. Through the Scriptures and the Breaking of the Bread their hearts blaze with faith and they return to Jerusalem. Their encounter with Christ through the Word of God and the Eucharist inspires us to draw near to the Lord at every Mass, so that we might regularly get back on track as we encounter and follow Jesus.
April 22, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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As the early Christian community continued to grow, the Apostles requested that seven men - filled with the Holy Spirit - be charged with the task for the daily distribution. May this practical, ordinary work remind us that the Spirit touches every aspect of our lives...helping and blessing all our efforts to serve the Lord and one another.
April 22, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Gamaliel offers sound spiritual guidance to the Sanhedrin regarding their judgment of the Apostles, reminding us that if we remain close to Christ we will be directed and strengthened to carry out the Lord's work amidst the ongoing attacks of this world.
April 21, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Filled with the Holy Spirit, the Apostles give witness before the Sanhedrin about Jesus. Their conviction in this critical situation inspires us to call upon the Spirit for daily guidance and strength.
April 20, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Thrown in jail, the Apostles are freed by the Angel of God who directs them to continue to preach the Good News. They respond with conviction, revealing to us an example of how we live our lives for the Lord today.
April 19, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We discover in the Acts of the Apostles a common theme of unity within the early Church. They were of "one heart and mind" and lived their faith in Christ in both physical and spiritual ways.
April 18, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Released from prison, Peter and John rejoin the disciples in a moment of prayer and praise to God. They are filled with the Holy Spirit and boldly proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ.
April 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
April 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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