As we hear how the plot is swirling around Jesus, events are set in motion that will lead to the Cross. May we reflect on God's great love story for our salvation, making any adjustments and corrections for the day that we, too, will journey from this life to the next.
April 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Every year we hear God's great love story when we recall the Passion of Jesus. Rather than fall into the trap of forgetfulness, we remember what Christ has done for us so that we might be renewed to offer our lives for the Lord.
April 1, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The high priest, Caiaphas, offers a prophetic insight: "It is better for you, that one man should die instead of the people, so that the whole nation may not perish." With these solemn words, we step into Holy Week.
April 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 18 honestly expresses human suffering and struggle. In these moments of distress, we call upon the Lord, who hears our cry for help.
March 31, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reveals his identity while discussing Abraham and the prophets. This revelation that Jesus is God inspires us to follow the Lord in the midst of the blessings and burdens of daily life.
March 30, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the book of Daniel is an well-known passage that illustrates our faith in God in difficult and challenging times. May we be inspired in our daily struggles to hold fast to our faith, recognizing that these are opportunities to witness our love for the Lord.
March 29, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response offers us a framework for a prayer to the Lord from the depths of our hearts. In our need, may we trust in God's mercy as we seek the pilgrim path of our lives.
March 28, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Just as the Lord extends his mercy to the woman caught in adultery, Christ also offers his mercy to us when we acknowledge our sins and with humble honesty.
March 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the major themes that surface in our readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion.
March 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The account of the raising of Lazarus provides us with an insight into the Lord's love for him and his sisters, Martha and Mary. Yet as we enter into the eleventh chapter of John's Gospel, we discover that this passage applies directly to our lives as well.
March 25, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Psalm 34 speaks about the pain of human suffering and heartache. In the midst of this sorrow, the Lord draws near to us with healing grace and mercy.
March 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Come, Holy Spirit! is a six week series of presentations on the Holy Spirit. This fifth talk discusses the seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit and shows how they cooperate with other virtues to form us for holiness as Sons and Daughters of God.
March 23, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks about the sources of testimony about himself: John the Baptist, the works that Christ performs, his heavenly Father, and the Scriptures themselves. May this testimony foster our faith to follow the Lord with all our heart!
March 23, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks about his profound relationship with his heavenly Father, teaching that he will one day judge all souls in the resurrection that leads either to life or death. May we embrace our faith in Christ today, preparing ourselves for the moment when we stand before the Lord.
March 22, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals a man who has been ill for 38 years. With a single word the Lord heals him, revealing his glory as God.
March 21, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes we discover in the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent.
March 20, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The healing encounter between Jesus and the blind man brings about the gift of sight, followed later by the gift of faith. We, too, in the darkness of our ignorance and sin, call upon the Lord to foster spiritual sight within our hearts to help us journey through this life to the next.
March 19, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The prayer of the tax collector offers a powerful spiritual insight as we recognize both our sins and the forgiving grace of God.
March 18, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Through his encounter with a scribe, Jesus affirms the two great Commandments to Love. May we open our hearts to the love of God, so that we can offer that love to the Lord and one another.
March 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus drives out a demon and then he uses the opportunity to teach about his power to destroy the bondage of evil.
March 16, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord announces that he fulfills the Law and the Prophets, emphasizing that his commandments are essential for the Kingdom of Heaven. May we heed his teaching and allow his grace to transform us...from the inside out!
March 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable that highlights the awesome mercy and compassion of God, inspiring us to reach out with forgiveness to one another.
March 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent.
March 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Jesus addresses the people in his native place of Nazareth, we discover the challenge and opportunity of living our faith among people who believe that they know us best.
March 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers the "living water" to the Samaritan woman. This water, capable of destroying the bonds of sin and nourishing our souls for eternal life, transforms our lives and configures our hearts to Christ.
March 11, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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