The Letter to the Hebrews outlines the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ that saves us through the Lord's role as eternal high priest. (Lectionary #314)
January 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's response to the Pharisees directs us to keep our love for God and one another at the heart of everything that we say and do. (Lectionary #313)
January 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In his response to the Pharisees, Jesus states that he is Lord of the sabbath, and in doing so invites us to claim him as Lord of our lives. (Lectionary #312)
January 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus Christ, our high priest, suffered for us and is the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him. (Lectionary #311)
January 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we see in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #69)
January 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The miracle of the wine at the wedding at Cana in Galilee reveals a new covenant that is fulfilled at the Last Supper, where this wine now becomes the blood of Christ that we receive at every Mass. (Lectionary #66)
January 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Levi's response to the Lord's call inspires us to renew each day our commitment to Christ. (Lectionary #310)
January 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Four men bring a paralytic on a stretcher to Jesus, who rewards their faith by forgiving sins and miraculous healing. (Lectionary #309)
January 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Hebrews draws upon Psalm 95 and the Book of Numbers to offer us an exhortation to resist the deceit of sin, harden not our hearts, and remain partners of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #308)
January 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Tested like us, Christ helps us in our moments of trial and testing, and through his saving death the Lord restores us to newness of life. (Lectionary #307)
January 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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An unclean spirit acknowledges the power and authority of Jesus as the Holy One of God, inspiring us to reaffirm our faith in the one who died on the Cross that we might have life. (Lectionary #306)
January 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Letter to the Hebrews reminds us that Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of salvation history who calls us to follow and offer our lives in his name. (Lectionary #305)
January 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's review some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #66)
December 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus points out that just as we pay attention to the changes in nature, we can also observe the changes in our hearts in order to be ready for the moment when our life on earth will end. (Lectionary #507)
November 29, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The contrast between Luke's Gospel and the Book of Revelation illustrates how we gain strength to persevere on earth by our knowledge of the glory of God's triumph in Heaven. (Lectionary #505)
November 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response challenges us to keep the Lord's judgment always before us, for one day we will stand before Christ our King. (#504)
November 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The example of the poor widow guides our reflection on both what unique gifts we have to offer and how great a sacrifice do we wish to make today. (Lectionary #503)
November 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 144 offers a rallying cry as we face our spiritual battles with the Lord's help. (Lectionary #502)
November 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After weeping over the city of Jerusalem, the Lord drives out the sellers in the Temple area, reminding us that he also drives out the evil that lurks in our hearts. (Lectionary #501)
November 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After weeping over the city of Jerusalem, the Lord drives out the sellers in the Temple area, reminding us that he also drives out the evil that lurks in our hearts. (Lectionary #501)
November 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gazes upon the city of Jerusalem, weeping as he foretells its suffering and destruction. It's a poignant reminder that the Lord weeps over our pain, heartache, and sins...offering us an opportunity to repent and return to God's grace. (Lectionary #500)
November 21, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On his way to Jerusalem, the Lord reminds his disciples to offer their lives in full service to God and one another. (Lectionary #499)
November 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Zacchaeus responds to the invitation of Jesus and begins to make changes in his life that inspire us to open the door our hearts to the Lord every day. (Lectionary #498)
November 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gives sight to a blind man, inspiring us to look for the Lord in our lives and in our hearts. (Lectionary #497)
November 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus recounts the end times to his disciples, reminding them that no one will know the hour. Our task? We live each day as a precious gift, holding fast to the Word of God and the sacrifice that Christ offered for our sins. (Lectionary - Year B, #158)
November 16, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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