Jesus calls, empowers and sends the Twelve Apostles to carry out his ministry. We, too, have been chosen by the Lord to offer our lives for service in the world.
January 20, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the crowds flock to Jesus, he cures the sick and rebukes the evil spirits that recognize he is the Son of God.
January 19, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the sabbath, revealing not only his majesty, but also his compassion to heal and restore us to life.
January 18, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus uses a teachable moment about the sabbath to reveal his divinity as the Lord.
January 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a helpful insight about the purpose and nature of fasting, reminding us that this powerful, spiritual practice is a tool that is meant to draw us closer to the Lord.
January 16, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of the Year.
January 16, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response stirs our hearts to offer our lives each and every day in service to God. May we call upon the Lord's grace to journey through life with open eyes as we say, "Here am I, Lord!"
January 14, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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The call of Levi and his response to the Lord reveals how God meets us where we're at in life and invites us to step out in faith and follow.
January 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Jesus heals the paralytic on a stretcher, the action of the four men who brought him reveals our opportunity to bring others to the Lord for help and comfort.
January 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The pity of Jesus in the presence of a leper reveals the Lord's compassion for human suffering. As Christ heals the leper, we recognize God's great desire to restore us to health and wholeness.
January 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Crowds gather as Jesus heals the mother-in-law of Simon Peter and the subsequent people who come for comfort and relief. May we turn to the Lord for the healing grace we require today.
January 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reveals his authority in Capernaum through his teaching and ability to drive out demons. May we pledge our allegiance to Christ and submit to his rule of our hearts.
January 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Jesus is baptized, the Father's voice is heard from Heaven, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased." May these words inspire us to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to the Lord.
January 09, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year.
January 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Magi encounter the Christ child in Bethlehem, their example inspires us to continue our daily journey to Jesus, guided by the Lord's light through this life to our Heavenly home.
January 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's first miracle takes place at a wedding at Cana in Galilee, foreshadowing the glory of his saving death and resurrection for us all.
January 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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John the Baptist proclaims that Christ will baptize with the Holy Spirit. As we follow the Lord today, may we call upon the Spirit to draw us into a deeper, fruitful union with the Lord and one another.
January 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's invitation to Philip is simple and direct: "Follow me." May Philip's swift response inspire us to embrace Christ's invitation in our lives today.
January 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Andrew encountered Jesus and afterward brought his brother Simon to meet the Lord. May we, too, come and see the Lord for ourselves in our lives today.
January 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After he saw the Spirit come down and remain upon the Lord, John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Lamb of God, the Son of God who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.
January 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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When questioned by the priests and Levites as his popularity with the crowds increased, John the Baptist humbly admitted that he was not the Christ; rather, he claimed his role as one who points out the Lord to others...thus giving us an example for our own lives today.
January 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
January 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the shepherds describe what had been revealed to them by the angel, Mary kept all these things and reflected on them in her heart. May her example lead us into our own reflections on her Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, as we put our faith into practice.
January 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Prologue of the Gospel of John offers a beautiful, mystical reflection on the person of Jesus Christ. The Lord, who is the Word made flesh, is the light of the world who shines in the darkness. May we run to this light!
December 31, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph offers us an example of family life and inspires us to reach out to our own families with the love of the Lord.
December 30, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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