The Lord's greeting to the disciples, "Peace be with you" is directed to us as well. May we recognize the struggles in our hearts each day and draw near to Christ who calms our souls and fosters our joy. Peace be with you!
April 15, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Recognized by the Sanhedrin to be uneducated, ordinary men, Peter and John demonstrate through their words and actions how God works through people. May we follow their example as we call upon the Lord to guide us in all that we say and do.\
April 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter boldly addresses the Sanhedrin and proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ. May his example in the face of opposition inspire us to call upon the Spirit every day for guidance and strength.
April 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the healing of a crippled man, Peter speaks to the crowd and redirects their attention to Jesus and his redeeming work in salvation history. By shining the light on the Lord, we recognize that we are part of God's great love story, inspired each day to draw closer to Christ.
April 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Lacking silver or gold, Peter and John give a crippled man a priceless gift: physical healing through the name of Jesus Christ.
April 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter's response to the question, "What are we to do?" inspires us to embrace the daily call to conversion of heart as we repent of our sins and draw strength from the Holy Spirit.
April 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter's boldness and Mary Magdalen's commission reveal the transformation that takes place when people open their hearts to the saving grace of God.
April 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday.
April 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Holy Spirit ignites the hearts of the disciples and empowers them to go out into the world. May their example inspire us to call upon the Spirit each and every day!
June 4, 2022 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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For the last two years of his life Paul will live as a prisoner in Rome, meeting with people and teaching them about Jesus.
June 4, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul's particular circumstances are discussed by regional Roman leaders, revealing how one person's life can make a huge impact on others.
June 3, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul is brought before the Sanhedrin and evokes a fierce debate between the Pharisees and the Sadducees.
June 2, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Before he departs from Miletus, Paul offers some parting advice to the disciples that combines hard-nosed common sense, mingled with faith and tender compassion.
June 1, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary visits Elizabeth and both women experience a revelation about how God is present in their lives.
May 31, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Upon his arrival in Ephesus, Paul encounters disciples who had not yet received the Holy Spirit until he prays over them.
May 30, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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There are LOTS of options for the Mass Readings for Pentecost, including the Vigil Mass and the Mass During the Day. Here is a short summary.
May 30, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Ascension of the Lord empowers us to face the transitions and changes of life with the conviction that God's grace strengthens us in times of upheaval.
May 28, 2022 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Apollos is a disciple who eloquently shares his knowledge of the Lord and demonstrates an openness to learning and instruction. May his example inspire us to continue to grow in our faith!
May 28, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul is informed in a vision to not be afraid, and he continues to preach the Gospel in the presence of opposition in Corinth.
May 27, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Athens was a cosmopolitan, sophisticated, intellectual powerhouse in the ancient world. Paul's failure here reminds us that sometimes our best efforts do not guarantee success.
May 25, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul is beaten and imprisoned for preaching the Good News. Yet through an earthquake and a moment of grace he converts an entire household to faith in Christ.
May 24, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Guided by the Holy Spirit, Paul begins his missionary effort in Macedonia as he preaches in Philippi.
May 23, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes we see in the readings for the Ascension of the Lord.
May 23, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord extends a peace that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. May we draw near to Christ and allow his peace to flow through our hearts to one another.
May 21, 2022 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Holy Spirit guides and directs the preaching of St. Paul among the people, leading him to Macedonia.
May 21, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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