Filled with joy and the Holy Spirit, Paul and Barnabas successfully preach the Gospel message even as they are persecuted. (Lectonary #284)
May 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul preaches how Jesus fulfills salvation history through his resurrection from the dead, inviting us to follow the Risen Lord and be his witnesses in the world. (Lectionary #283)
May 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Speaking in the synagogue in Antioch, Paul sums up salvation history and shows how it culminates in Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #282)
May 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Matthias is chosen to replace the vacancy left by Judas Iscariot, reminding us that God continues to choose disciples today. (Lectionary #564)
May 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Good News is being preached outside of Jerusalem, and the Church is growing as both Jews and Greeks believe in Jesus. (Lectionary #280)
May 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter recounts how the Holy Spirit comes upon some Gentiles, revealing how the Good News of Jesus Christ extends to all people. (Lectionary #279)
May 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 5th Week of Easter. (Lectionary #54)
May 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this Mother's Day weekend, we recall the sacrifices of our moms as we look to the example of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who is our Good Shepherd. (Lectionary #51)
May 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Holy Spirit directs and empowers Peter, who does mighty miracles in the name of Jesus. (Lectionary #278)
May 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Through the power of the Holy Spirit, Saul proclaims the faith that he formerly persecuted, and Ananias overcomes fear to bring God's healing. (Lectionary #277)
May 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Guided by the Holy Spirit, Philip engages conversation with a court official and leads him to faith in Jesus. (Lectionary #276)
May 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the martyrdom of Stephen, the Church flourishes even as it is persecuted with violence. (Lectionary #275)
May 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After speaking to the Sanhedrin and the people, Stephen dies for his faith that Jesus is the Christ and messiah. (Lectionary #274)
May 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Stephen, speaking with wisdom and the Holy Spirit, encounters opposition as he proclaims the Good News to the people. (Lectionary #273)
May 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #51)
May 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus asks Peter, "Do you love me?" three times, underscoring the Lord's loving response to our human weaknesses by meeting us where we are and inviting us to love as God loves us. (Lectionary #48)
May 3, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches about his relationship with the Father and reveals how he works in and through our lives. (Lectionary #561)
May 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Gamaliel points out to the Sanhedrin that if something is of human origin it will destroy itself, while if it is of God it will be unstoppable. (Lectionary #271)
May 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Apostles stand their ground before the Sanhedrin, their faith is sustained in the midst of trial by the power of Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #270)
May 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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John 3:16 is one of the most well known texts in the Bible, and these words continue to inspire our faith in Jesus Christ today. (Lectionary #269)
April 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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United in their faith in Jesus Christ, the early Christian community was of one heart and mind. (Lectionary #268)
April 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Returning to the other disciples with praise and prayer, Peter and John recount the Sanhedrin's response to a healing miracle done in the name of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #267)
April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #48)
April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Appearing to the disciples after his resurrection, Christ gives them peace, the Holy Spirit, and the task to continue his work to go out into the world and proclaim the Good News. (Lectionary #45)
April 26, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Having received the Good News that Jesus Christ is risen, we have courage and conviction to witness our faith with boldness. (Lectionary #266)
April 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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