The Lord offers a parable filled with spiritual insights about how to cultivate the Word of God in the midst of the daily dangers we find in the world.
July 15, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Joseph calms his brothers fears in the face of Jacob's death.
July 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After years apart, Joseph is reunited with his father, Jacob, in a heartfelt and tender encounter.
July 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Joseph reveals his identity to the brothers who sold him into slavery, initiating an experience of healing and forgiveness.
July 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Joseph, sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, now stands before them in a position of power and authority in Egypt.
July 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Through his struggle with a mysterious person, Jacob is blessed by God and receives a new name.
July 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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While on a journey, Jacob encounters God in a dream where the angels are ascending and descending from Heaven.
July 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 15th Sunday of the Year.
July 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus offers comfort and rest to weary hearts who labor. May we offer to the Lord our cares and concerns, recognizing that Christ understands our needs and offers us a consolation that renews our spirits.
July 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Rebekah and Jacob go to great lengths to deceive Isaac so that he will give Jacob (and not Esau!) his blessing.
July 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Abraham undergoes a terrible test of faith, reminding us that when we are pushed to our limits and beyond, we seek the Lord's help.
July 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Sarah demands that Abraham sends away his son Ishmael, the son of Hagar, the servant woman.
July 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Lord intervenes to save the lives of Lot and his family, Sodom and Gomorrah are destroyed.
July 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In many ways, we all identify with St. Thomas the Apostle, who overcame his doubts about the resurrection of Jesus after he encountered the Risen Lord.
July 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 14th Sunday of the Year.
July 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord exhorts his apostles to put him first and center in their lives. This challenging admonition requires us all to look at our lives with honesty and humility as we discern the values we hold by the sacrifices we make.
July 1, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Upon their approach to Abraham and Sarah, three men receive their hospitality and announce that in their old age they will have a son.
July 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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God enters into a covenant with Abraham and Sarah, having changed their names and promising them a son in their old age.
June 30, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers classic spiritual advice regarding how we conduct our lives and interact with one another.
June 28, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers three admonitions of spiritual advice, challenging his disciples to embrace the difficult path of holiness as we live the precious treasure of our faith in Christ.
June 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Continuing in the Sermon on the Mount, the Lord invites us to abandon judging others and instead discern our own sinfulness and need for God's grace.
June 26, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 13th Sunday of the Year.
June 26, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Fear affects us all in unique and powerful ways, yet the Lord exhorts his disciples to confront our fears and embrace our faith in God's loving grace.
June 24, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a powerful spiritual insight that challenges us to examine the treasures in our lives. May we take a long, hard look at what we treasure here on earth...and see if it is worthy of heaven.
June 23, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The teaching of the Lord's Prayer within the context of Christ's command regarding forgiveness offers us a powerful and essential way to draw closer to God and one another.
June 22, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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