Jesus offers something that the world does not give, yet the world desperately needs. May we draw close to the Prince of Peace to heal our hearts and give serenity to our souls.
May 4, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of the Apostles, Philip and James, we recall that God calls every one of us in a unique and personal way to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ.
May 3, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the major themes in the Scripture readings for the 6th Week of Easter.
May 3, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Christ is the vine; we are the branches. Drawing strength from the Lord we flourish and grow, fruitfully sharing the grace we have received with the people in our lives.
May 1, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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As Paul and Barnabas encounter resistance, they turn to the Gentiles to proclaim the Good News of salvation.
May 1, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul continues the message we heard yesterday, highlighting keys points about Jesus.
April 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul preaches to the people, showing how Jesus is the fulfillment of salvation history.
April 29, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The reading from Acts shows the how disciples of the growing, dynamic, early Church discerned God's will through fasting and prayer.
April 28, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Acts of the Apostles recounts how the Church continues to grow through the efforts of many people in many places.
April 27, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus tells us that he is the gate through which we safely pass to have life and have it abundantly.
April 26, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the major themes that appear in the Scripture readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter.
April 26, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord is our Good Shepherd, but how do we respond to Jesus in our lives today? The Gospel of John offers three insights which can help us carry out the call of Christ.
April 24, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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At the conclusion of the Bread of Life discourse, we see a sharp contrast between those who leave and those who follow Jesus. The Lord continues to invite...what's our response today?
April 24, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a mystical reflection on his Flesh and Blood, the true food and drink that bring us eternal life.
April 23, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Philip shares his faith in Jesus with an Ethiopian eunuch. As we are nourished by Christ, our bread of life, we are strengthened to pass on the faith to one another.
April 22, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the death of Stephen the disciples face violent persecution even as they continue to grow in numbers and perform amazing deeds in the name of Jesus.
April 21, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The seventh chapter of Acts recounts the martyrdom of Stephen and offers us an insight into the courage of the early Church. Where does this strength come from? Jesus Christ, the bread of life!
April 20, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Stephen, filled with the grace and power of the Holy Spirit, boldly speaks about Jesus Christ in the context of great persecution.
April 19, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord says, "Peace be with you" and invites us to draw serenity from His love in our lives. May we call upon His peace as we face the challenges of life with trusting faith.
April 17, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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The sixth chapter of Acts shows how the early Church empowered people to serve, highlighting the crucial role of service for all Christian disciples.
April 17, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The words of Gamaliel offer an insight into how we live our lives: if our efforts are rooted in the Lord, they will thrive...perhaps in ways that we could never imagine.
April 16, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The power of the Holy Spirit and the joy of the resurrection shine forth in the apostles as they confront the threat of death for proclaiming the Good News of Jesus. Their witness inspires us to face our fears as we embrace our faith.
April 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The disciples face persecution with Easter joy and the power of the Holy Spirit. May their example inspire us to live the love of Jesus Christ, even as we face obstacles and hostility in the world today.
April 14, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The early Christian community shared their resources so that no one was in need. Their example inspires us to consider how we might use wisely our material goods in order to alleviate the suffering of our brothers and sisters.
April 13, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Released from custody, Peter and John return to the disciples to recount what happened. As they pray, the Holy Spirit comes upon them while the ground shakes and they preach with boldness.
April 12, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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