The Lord heals two people in the Gospel of Mark, inviting us to acknowledge our wounds and turn to Christ with trusting faith.
February 5, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Like Jeremiah and Jesus, we experience times in life that are filled with tension and difficulty. Yet following the example of St. Paul, we face these challenging moments with God's grace as we embrace and live the love of Christ each and every day.
February 2, 2019 - St. Anthony Catholic Church - Superior, WI
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The Lord teaches about the Kingdom of God using parables that explain that it is a process that starts out small. May these words give us strength to take the next step in our spiritual journey!
February 1, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reminds us that not only does light reveal all hidden things, but that we are called to shine with the light of Christ in our daily lives.
January 31, 2019 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord's parable (and explanation) remind us that Christ is not only the sower but the seed as well. God takes initiative and meets us in our hearts; how will we respond?
January 30, 2019 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord teaches us that as our actions conform to God's will we are drawn ever closer into Christ's family. In other words, our relationships are strengthened the more we align our lives to Jesus Christ through our words and actions.
January 29, 2019 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Spirit of the Lord - fulfilled by Jesus in Gospel of Luke - empowers us to acknowledge God's grace in our lives. Like pieces of a magnificent stained glass window, we are called to shine with the unique gifts and blessings the Lord has given us.
January 26, 2019 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The 2nd Letter to Timothy reminds us to "stir into flame the gift of God." We have been blessed with our knowledge of Jesus Christ; every day we have a new opportunity to let our faith shine in the world.
January 26, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response today serves as a powerful reminder about our fundamental orientation toward the Lord. Offering our lives, we strive to do God's will with a joyful heart.
January 24, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord heals a man with a withered hand and is angry and grieved when he encounters a lack of charity and hardness of heart from the crowd.
January 23, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Hebrews speaks of the importance of perseverance - continuing with faith and patience - as we serve the Lord throughout our lives. May we keep going with God's grace!
January 22, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The 2nd Letter to the Corinthians reminds us that we have all been blessed by God with unique gifts and talents. What's your gift? And will you share your gifts to help build up the Body of Christ today?
January 20, 2019 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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When questioned why he eats with sinners, Jesus replies with words of hope for all of us who - recognizing our sinfulness - are able to draw close to the Lord.
January 19, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals a man who is brought to him on a stretcher by four men. The image profoundly illustrates a crucial point: sometimes we give help and sometimes we receive it. May the Lord help us in both cases!
January 18, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Citing Psalm 95 the Book of Hebrews reminds us to make the most of today. Sometimes we can take life for granted...today is our chance to live our faith!
January 17, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The active ministry of Jesus is marked by preaching the Gospel, healing the sick and driving out demons. As we call upon the Lord we can continue this ministry in our lives as with proclaim the Good News, offer comfort to the afflicted and stand up against evil.
January 16, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The authority of Jesus is witnessed in Capernaum as he teaches and drives out an unclean spirit. The Lord's authority, however, is also present in our lives, leading and directing our actions as disciples.
January 15, 2019 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Throughout our lives we have numerous experiences of vigilance: watching over a loved one, remaining attentive to someone's needs or waiting in expectation for an arrival. The same is true everyday in the spiritual life as we are vigilant in living our faith for Jesus Christ.
December 1, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Our faith clearly acknowledges that there will be a final judgment, and while this reality can bring a grim awareness of our sins, it can also serve as an inspiration to take hold of the gift of today and live our faith with conviction.
November 29, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Fr. Andrew speaks to the kids at Cathedral School about how the seed of God's love can grow in our hearts.
November 28, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord urges the people to not be led by deception and fear. Instead, we face these obstacles with the grace that comes God.
November 27, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Lord teaches about eternal life, we are reminded that our lives here on earth are a preparation for our encounter with the angels and saints gathered around God in Heaven.
November 24, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Gospel today the Lord cleanses the temple and then teaches the people. Every time we enter into a church and stand before the Blessed Sacrament in the tablernacle, we encounter the same Risen Lord - body and blood, soul and divinity.
November 23, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The parable today shows the outcome of three servants who were given the opportunity to serve their master. Like these servants, our lives have the power to make an impact in the world. It begs a question: What are we doing with our lives?
November 21, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The exchange between Jesus and Zaccheus fills us with hope as the Lord initiates an encounter that leads to conversion and change of heart.
November 20, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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