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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The Gospel today addresses the age-old concern about the end times...which begs a question: if the Lord called you right now, would you be ready? Are there things in life that need to be fixed, or are there perhaps opportunities that you can help flourish?
November 17, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord uses a parable to express our need to pray always without growing weary.
November 17, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus uses a number of illustrations to underscore a practical point: we live each moment to the fullest as we follow the Lord. Only with our eyes fixed on Jesus can we face the uncertainties of life with calm conviction.
November 16, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches that the Kingdom of God is among us. Our task is not to go chasing around looking for the Lord, but rather to live as his disciples as we apply our faith to every aspect of our lives.
November 15, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The healing of the ten lepers reveals the power of God's grace. The gratitude of the Samaritan shows a response that can teach us all a great deal about how we drawn near to the Lord with a grateful heart.
November 14, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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