Here are some key themes for the readings of the Epiphany of the Lord.
December 27, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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There are several options for the Feast of the Holy Family. Here are some key points to consider for your preparation for Mass.
December 20, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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There is a sharp contrast between the Book of Genesis and the Gospel of Matthew. Whereas Adam and Eve experience the devastating consequences of sin, Mary embraces the words of the angel Gabriel and accepts God's plan for salvation history. May her words inspire us to say "Yes!" to the Lord today.
December 8, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Jesus calls Andrew to follow after him, we are reminded that the Lord's call echoes in every generation...inviting us to draw near to Christ as we invite others to join us along the way.
November 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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There are some options for the readings today, but a common theme is appropriate: What are you thankful for today? Start with God...and keep going!
November 25, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We claim Jesus Christ as King of the Universe, and this title establishes his reign over our hearts. Yet this king does not come to be served; rather he offers his life that all the inhabitants of his kingdom might have the hope of eternal life. Our response? Let us pledge our lives to our King!
November 21, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the main themes from the readings for the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe.
November 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As we honor the building that signifies the universal Church, we reaffirm our daily commitment to cleansing the temple of our hearts.
November 9, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Today we remember all our beloved dead and we entrust them to the tender care of Christ's divine mercy. Living and deceased, we are all held in the hands of God, and we pray for the repose of the souls of those who have passed from this life...that they will be united in love with the Lord in Heaven.
On the Solemnity of All Saints we look to the example of those holy men and women who have embraced their faith in Jesus Christ to face their struggles and sins. May their example inspire us to honestly assess the state of our souls and trust in the Lord today!
November 1, 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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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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On this feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, may we find strength in this powerful prayer as we follow the counsel of Christ to "ask, seek and knock" for the needs before us.
October 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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They have been appointed by God to guard and guide us through our lives and lead us to the next. May we call upon our Guardian Angels to help us each and every day!
October 2, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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With just two words Jesus calls Matthew and changes his life forever. The Lord continues to call us by name; may we listen and respond!
September 21, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The sorrow of Mary as she stood faithfully before the Cross of Christ helps us to engage our grief. When we acknowledge our sorrows, we call upon the saving strength of Jesus to pass through our pain into healing joy.
September 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This feast concentrates our attention on the instrument of our salvation, as we thank the Lord who offered himself as the perfect sacrifice that restores us to right relationship with God. May we gaze upon the Cross of Christ with grateful hearts each and every day!
September 14, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary we hear in the Gospel of Matthew the genealogy of Jesus as the context for the birth of the Lord. The reading demonstrates how we are part of the larger story of salvation history; God works in and through countless lives to weave together our journey from this life to the next.
September 8, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The glimpse of glory and the echo of the Father's voice reinforced the faith of Peter, James and John. May we look for those moments in our lives when God's grace illuminates our hearts and strengthens our resolve to follow Christ.
August 6, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The feast of Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus offers an opportunity to reflect on their friendship with Jesus, inviting us all to consider how we might foster our friendship with the Lord as we grow in faith and love.
July 29, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Mary Magdalene is the first person to meet the Risen Lord. Her life - a testament to God's grace - inspires us to confront our own weaknesses and draw strength from the healing love of Christ.
July 22, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The skepticism of Thomas is familiar to many of us. Let's face it, it's easy to doubt and question even in the best situations! Yet in the end Thomas makes a profession of faith that inspires us to overcome our own doubts as we follow the Lord.
July 3, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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These two heavy hitters are remembered today, not because they were perfect; rather, they accepted the grace from God that they received and made an offering of their lives to the Lord. May they inspire us today!
June 29, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The feast today offers us an insight into what happens to our hearts when we embrace God's love. The intensity of Mary's love in light of her "Yes!" to God indicates that the love of Christ will transform us in ways beyond our wildest imagination.
June 12, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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s us into the awesome mystery of God's unconditional love for us...inspiring us to embrace this love into our hearts and let it flow through our lives.
June 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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