Psalm 80 invites us to turn to the Lord and gaze into the eyes of compassion, mercy, and salvation. (Lectionary #186)
December 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's example of faith inspires us to follow her example and magnify the Lord by our words and actions in the world today. (Lectionary #690A)
December 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks to the crowds about John the Baptist in the context of salvation history. (Lectionary #184)
December 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers us a consolation and peace that we cannot find anywhere else in the world. (Lectionary #183)
December 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers an illustration that reveals the desire of our Heavenly Father to see us rescued and restored to life. (Lectionary #182)
December 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's response to the angel Gabriel inspires us to reaffirm each day our desire to say yes to God. (Lectionary #689)
December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #7)
December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This is the fourth presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew reflects on how we share the light of Christ in the unique context of our personal discipleship.
4th Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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This is the third presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew addresses the darkness in our lives, inviting us to draw near to the Light of Christ and confront the evil we perceive.
3rd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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This is the second presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew discusses the many spiritual tools that foster our faith, inviting us to discern what we need at this moment in time.
2nd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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This is the first presentation of Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our hearts" held at St. William Catholic Church on December 5, 2025. Fr. Andrew introduces the retreat with John 1:1-18 and invites us to put Christ at the center of our lives.
1st Talk - December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church
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John the Baptist calls the people to repent and acknowledge their sins as he prepares the way of the Lord. (Lectionary #4)
December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Observing the needs of the crowd, the heart of Jesus is filled with pity as he ministers to them and empowers the Twelve to do the same. (Lectionary #180)
December 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Two blind men call Jesus by a messianic title, and Christ restores their sight with a healing miracle. (Lectionary #179)
December 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus invites us to both listen and act to his words, reminding us that when we are close to him we have the strength to face the storms of life. (Lectionary #178)
December 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals the crowds that come to him, and then he feeds them after blessing a few loaves and some fish. (Lectionary #177)
December 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Rejoicing in the Holy Spirit, Jesus praises the Father and reminds us that we are blessed in what we have seen and heard of God's revelation in the world. (Lectionary #176)
December 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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A Roman centurion reveals a profound faith in Jesus that echoes in our response at every Mass to this very day. (Lectionary #175)
December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #4)
December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Advent offers us a profound opportunity to change our spiritual perspective when we open our hearts to silence and personal reflection. (Lectionary #1)
November 29, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus urges his disciples to avoid certain temptations and pray for the strength to remain vigilant in tough times. (Lectionary #508)
November 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Using an example from nature, Jesus exhorts his disciples to see clearly the signs of the times and respond with faithfulness to God. (Lectionary #507)
November 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this Thanksgiving Day we pause to count our blessings and direct our gratitude toward God, others, and the simple joys that enrich our daily lives. (Lectionary #943-947)
November 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord makes it clear that there will be tough times in our spiritual lives, reminding us to lean into our faith when the going gets rough. (Lectionary #505)
November 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Book of Daniel and the Gospel of Luke both reveal the changing aspects of life, inviting us to turn to the Lord for strength and guidance. (Lectionary #504)
November 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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