At Shechem, a town that has geographical and historical significance, Joshua holds a great assembly of the leaders of Israel and recalls God's saving works on their behalf.
August 18, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Joshua, who was formerly the right hand of Moses, now leads the children of Israel over the Jordan River and into the Promised Land.
August 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses gazes upon the Promised Land before he dies, seeing how God has brought to fulfillment the promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This "Holy Land" thus forms the context of salvation history, culminating in the saving work of Jesus Christ.
August 16, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's Magnificat gives glory to God for the marvelous things that the Lord has done. Her song of praise becomes our own as we follow her example and offer our lives for her son, Jesus Christ.
August 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses offers an exhortation, calling the people to adhere to the commandments that God has given them for their own good.
August 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year.
August 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul speaks of sorrow and anguish about his own people who have rejected the Good News, echoing a similar pain that many people today express about their own loved ones. How do we move forward? By prayer and personal witness of God's grace in our lives.
August 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses offers the great commandment - which Jesus says is the greatest of all - that we love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and strength.
August 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses reminds the people of God's mighty actions on their behalf, exhorting them to follow the Lord's commandments and decrees all the days of their lives.
August 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of St. Lawrence, deacon and martyr, we recognize the Paschal Mystery of Jesus as the model for our generous and cheerful sacrifices that we offer to God.
August 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After reconnoitering the promised land and finding it fruitful, the scouts begin to raise doubts about the strength and ferocity of the people living there.
August 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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At the resentful complaint of Aaron and Miriam about Moses, God responds with anger and punishment, reminding us that jealousy is an ugly vice to guard against at all times.
August 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the children of Israel complain about the lack of food in the wilderness, Moses speaks directly to the Lord about his frustration and exhaustion.
August 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 19th Sunday of the Year.
August 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Transfiguration of the Lord brings both consolation and challenge to our hearts. We are consoled by the glory of God revealed on the mountaintop, yet we are challenged to prepare for the moment when we will stand before the Risen Lord on the day of judgment.
August 5, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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The Lord sets before the children of Israel the guidelines for a jubilee year, where wrongs are righted and relationships are restored.
August 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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God prescribes sacred days to Moses, exhorting the people to keep these moments in time as set apart to worship and honor the Lord.
August 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The children of Israel, guided on their journey by Moses, follow the Lord in the pillar of cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night.
August 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses stands before God and then goes out to the people (radiant in appearance) to speak the Lord's message to the children of Israel.
August 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moses pleads on behalf of the people for the Lord's forgiveness.
August 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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During Moses' absence, the children of Israel grow restless and demand that Aaron fashion a golden idol in the shape of a calf.
July 31, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the key themes in the Mass readings for the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord.
July 31, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers three parables that cast light on the Kingdom of Heaven. May we cherish the treasure of our faith and put it into practice!
July 30, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The children of Israel enter into a covenant with God, striving to do all that the Lord commands.
July 29, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Ten Commandments have played a crucial in the spiritual and ethical development of our civilization. May these precepts direct our hearts and empower of our lives to serve the Lord today!
July 28, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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