The Prologue to John's Gospel reveals how John gave testimony that Jesus is the Messiah, inviting us to consider how we give witness that Christ is our Lord today. (Lectionary #204)
December 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus returns to Nazareth with Mary and Joseph, where he will grow in strength and wisdom. (Lectionary #203)
December 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Canticle of Simeon illustrates how we respond when our spiritual sight reveals God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #202)
December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary #20)
December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we recognize that our families become blessed when we welcome Christ into our hearts and homes. (Lectionary #17)
December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. John's witness of the Gospel invites us to consider how we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in the context of our daily lives. (Lectionary #697)
December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Chapters six and seven in the Acts of the Apostles focus largely on Stephen, the first martyr whose witness reminds us of the true cost of discipleship...demanding even our lives out of love for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #696)
December 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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May the joy and grace of this Christmas touch our hearts and kindle within us the fire of faith. Let the light of Christ shine in the world! (Lectionary #14 - Mass at Night)
December 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Zechariah offers his canticle of praise, inspiring us to count our blessings and thank the Lord for gift of life and faith as we prepare for the birth of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #200)
December 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Given a new and different name from his family, the birth of John the Baptist reveals God's hand at work in salvation history to do something extraordinary in preparation for the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #199)
December 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Both Mary and Hannah offer praise and thanksgiving to God, inviting us in these last days of Advent to count our blessings and offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #198)
December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the feast of the Holy Family. (Lectionary #17)
December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The example of St. Joseph in the Gospel of Matthew inspires us to cultivate our spiritual lives so that we might have the direction and strength we need to journey through our world. (Lectionary #10)
December 20, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Psalm 24 directs us to open our hearts and receive the king of glory into our lives. (Lectionary #196)
December 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The encounter between Zechariah and the angel Gabriel reveals God's Good News and invites us to welcome this message with joyful and open hearts. (Lectionary #195)
December 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 72 inspires us to call upon the Lord for the grace to promote God's justice and peace in our daily lives. (Lectionary #194)
December 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Matthew reveals the Israelite lineage of Jesus, reminding us that God works in the messiness of life and invites us to grow in faith. (Lectionary #193)
December 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to the chief priests and elders, challenging them to repent and turn to God. (Lectionary #188)
December 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 25 invites us to seek out the Lord for life-long learning and instruction. (Lectionary #187)
December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore the themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #10)
December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Responding to a question from John the Baptist, Jesus references a prophecy from Isaiah with the works of his earthly ministry and reveals his identity as the messiah. (Lectionary #7)
December 13, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Psalm 80 invites us to turn to the Lord and gaze into the eyes of compassion, mercy, and salvation. (Lectionary #186)
December 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's example of faith inspires us to follow her example and magnify the Lord by our words and actions in the world today. (Lectionary #690A)
December 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks to the crowds about John the Baptist in the context of salvation history. (Lectionary #184)
December 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers us a consolation and peace that we cannot find anywhere else in the world. (Lectionary #183)
December 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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