Jesus cites two passages of the Old Testament to teach what are the Great Commandments of loving God and Neighbor. As we put this love into practice, we will be drawn into an ever-increasing dynamic of communion, forgiveness and service.
October 30, 2021 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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St. Paul writes about how God's covenant with the Chosen People of Israel remains present even as the Good News of Jesus Christ is proclaimed throughout the world.
October 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul offers a heartfelt lament for those who have not accepted the Good News of Jesus. His personal candor resonates in our lives with many we know and love who have drifted away from the Lord.
October 29, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of saints Simon and Jude, we acknowledge the generations of faithful who have given witness to Jesus Christ. May their example inspire us to live for the Lord today!
October 28, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In our weakness and need, St. Paul writes that the Spirit helps us, interceding on our behalf to bring about the good things of God.
October 27, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul addresses the struggle we face as all creation awaits God's glory. Yes, there is suffering, but our hope is founded upon Jesus Christ.
October 26, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul uses explains our relationship with God is through adoption; the Spirit of God we receive in Christ makes us heirs to his kingdom in Heaven.
October 25, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the key themes in the readings for the 31st Sunday of the Year.
October 25, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The exchange between Jesus and Bartimaeus reveals the longing within the blind man's heart: he wants to see! This passage provides insight for us as we ponder the Lord's question "What do you want me to do for you?" in our lives today.
October 23, 2021 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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St. Paul teaches that if Christ is in us, then the one who raised Christ from the dead will raise us up as well.
October 23, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul addresses the ongoing challenge of temptation we all face with the hope we have in Christ. It's a spiritual battle, but one that we face everyday with the grace and strength of God.
October 22, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul speaks about how God's grace transforms our lives and leads us on a path of sanctification, the lifelong process where Christ makes us ready for Heaven.
October 21, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul addresses how the grace of Jesus frees us, not to sin but to become slaves of the righteousness of God. As a result, we have an insight into freedom: Christ frees us not to do whatever we want, but to do what is good, holy and true!
October 20, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul offers a contrast between the sin of Adam and the redemption we have in Jesus Christ, thus providing us with a view of the world that is both realistic and hopeful.
October 19, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Gospel of Luke reveals several insights regarding how we proclaim the Good News: we do it together; we go with the Christ's blessing; we carry out the Lord's task and let people make their own choice.
October 18, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's review some of the themes we find in the readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
October 18, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord takes a teachable moment and shows the disciples how greatness in Heaven is manifested by our service for others here on earth.
October 17, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We learn more about Abraham's faith in the Letter to the Romans, inspired to search our hearts for any obstacles that are keeping us from Christ. May we cast these stumbling blocks to the foot of the Cross!
October 16, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul shows how Abraham's example reveals the power of faith for all who follow God.
October 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul shows in his Letter to the Romans how all people have sinned and are in need of God's grace. This is the Good News that we have to share with one another today!
October 14, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul switches his indictment on those who know God's plan but do not apply it to themselves. Swift to judge others, they fail to evaluate their lives with the same scrutiny.
October 13, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul offers us good news and bad news. The good news? The Gospel is open to all. The bad news we hear today applies to those who knew nothing of God's saving work, but also didn't exert any effort to use their minds to see the light of truth.
October 12, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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For the next four weeks we will read heavily from St. Paul's Letter to the Romans, and the introduction today sets the tone for this powerful work that continues to inspire Christians today.
October 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the central themes in the readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.
October 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Book of Wisdom and Mark's Gospel challenge us to let go of worldly things and put the Lord at the center of our lives.
October 9, 2021 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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