In the midst of healings, miracles, driving out demons, and transfigured glory, Jesus reminds his disciples that he will be handed over and killed.
September 30, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael we recall that all of us are part of a great spiritual battle as we follow Jesus Christ.
September 29, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Hearing reports about Jesus, Herod becomes curious and perplexed as he seeks for a way to meet the Lord.
September 28, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gives power and authority to the Twelve so that they can continue his earthly mission to drive out demons, heal the sick, and proclaim the Good News.
September 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus welcomes us into his family when we hear the Word of God and act on it.
September 26, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord reminds us that light is meant to shine so we can find our way. May we cultivate the light of faith, to guide and strengthen us for the journey of life.
September 25, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the themes in the Mass Readings for the 26th Sunday of the Year.
September 25, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable, revealing God's generosity through the example of the landowner toward his workers. Through the gift of life, faith, and learning may we respond to the Lord's goodness each and every day.
September 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers a familiar parable to the crowds, inviting us to reflect on how we cultivate our hearts for a spiritual harvest.
September 23, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Inspired by their encounter with Christ, the group of disciples continues to grow as they draw near to the Lord and give witness to others.
September 22, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Matthew responds to the call of Christ, who invites him (and his friends!) to grow in the life of grace.
September 21, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory, Superior, WI
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Jesus shows how those who seek the Lord will see God's wisdom in the many aspects and contrasts of life. May our eyes be opened today, as we follow Christ on our pilgrim path.
September 20, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus raises a dead man to life and restores him to his mother. May our faith in the Lord sustain us in our moments of grief as we prepare for the day when we walk through the doorway of death, that we might hear the Lord say, "I tell you, arise!"
September 19, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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A Roman centurion accepts the authority of Jesus to heal his slave, revealing his profound faith in Christ.
September 18, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass Readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year.
"How often must I forgive?" Peter asks Jesus. The Lord's parable and the first reading from the Book of Sirach make it clear that forgiveness is a non-negotiable component of Christian life. May we kneel before the crucifix and pray for the grace to put this teaching into daily practice.
September 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus uses two examples - spiritual fruitfulness and a foundation built on rock - to teach the disciples how to put our faith into daily practice.
September 16, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's sorrow is witnessed in both Gospel options today: Luke's passage speaks of the "sword of sorrow", and John's text reveals Mary's agony before the Cross of her Son.
John 3:16 is perhaps the most well known verse in the Bible, revealing the magnitude of God's love poured out for us through the death of Jesus on the Cross.
September 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This exhortation from the Letter to the Colossians inspires us to put our focus on Christ, and put to death those things that are not worthy of heaven.
September 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus spends the night in prayer, and then he calls the Twelve Apostles by name from among his disciples.
September 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus cures a man with a withered hand on the sabbath, revealing his divinity as Lord and reminding us to put him first and foremost in our lives.
September 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 24th Sunday of the Year.
September 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a path through conflict and animosity, helping us to constructively engage in deep conversation where talking and listening are crucial in order to heal and grow in grace.
September 9, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Colossians offers a succinct summary of our life in Jesus Christ, who frees us from our sins through his death. Our task? Remain firm in faith and embrace the hope of the Gospel!
September 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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