The Apostles declare that they "must obey God and not men" as they stand before the hostile Sanhedrin. Risking their lives, they show us the test of faith...even to the point of death.
April 23, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Apostles encounter hostility from their preaching and are thrown in prison; God sends an angel to free them...to get back to the work of God!
April 22, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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"The community of believers was of one heart and mind," and their example - powered by their faith in the Risen Lord - inspires us to draw together as we face the challenges and obstacles in our lives today.
April 21, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After the release of Peter and John, the community prays for a bold faith to speak and act in the name of Jesus.
April 20, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Acts of the Apostles reveals a powerful example of communal life that challenges us to examine our relationships at every level and interaction. Community is crucial...but not always easy! May we call upon God's Mercy for the help to make our communities flourish.
April 19, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The boldness of St. Peter is not for a moment. Rather, he displays a steadfast conviction to live his life for the Lord Jesus...not quitting, not giving up...for the resurrection of Christ has changed his life forever.
April 18, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Peter's bold response in faith to the opposition reveals an example we can follow as we face the challenges before us today.
April 17, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the people draw near to St. Peter, amazed by the healing of a crippled man, he redirects the attention on himself to give glory to Jesus Christ.
April 16, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The healing miracle in the Acts of the Apostles reveals the power of the resurrection as Peter acts in the name of Jesus Christ.
April 15, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Peter exhorts the crowd to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. We hear these words in this Easter season because repentance is an ongoing part of our life in the Lord.
April 14, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Peter - transformed by the resurrection of Christ - now speaks the truths of the faith with conviction...inspiring us to share our faith with one another.
April 13, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Once we recognize and affirm the resurrection of the Lord, everything changes: Faith, Hope and Love ignite as our hearts are transformed with God's saving power. May the joy of this day inspire us to live our lives for Risen Savior!
April 12, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Light of Christ shines in the darkness and dispels the power of sin and death. This holy night celebrates our redemption with the power of God's boundless love. Rejoice! The Lord is risen! He is risen, indeed!
April 11, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Cross of Christ we see the sign of the Greatest Love Story every told. May the love of God touch the hardness of our hearts as we gaze upon the Savior, who gave his life for our sins on the Cross.
April 10, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On Holy Thursday we claim the precious treasure of Holy Communion whereby we receive the Lord - body and blood, soul and divinity - for the strength we need to carry out our tasks of service here on earth.
April 9, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We see the spiritual battle within Judas as he prepares to betray the Lord, yet we recall that there is a fight for good and evil within our own hearts as well. May we acknowledge this struggle and steadfastly turn to Christ - our friend and ally - to win the war.
April 8, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The fearful boast of St. Peter to Jesus gives us pause to reflect on the power of our speech - for good or evil - within our lives.
April 7, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Just days before his crucifixion, Jesus experiences a compassionate act of service by Mary at her home with Martha and Lazarus. May her example inspire us to offer our lives for the Lord!
April 6, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Holy Week offers a number of powerful experiences for us to grow closer to the Lord; but since we can't come to Church because of COVID-19, here are some ways this week to bring Church to your home. God bless you!
April 6, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Every year on Palm Sunday we hear the Passion of the Lord. Why? Because we need to be reminded of God's remedy for our sins, so that we may stand at the foot of the Cross of Christ and repent...so as to receive his great gift of mercy.
April 5, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Ezekiel's great prophecy of hope is made possible through the words of the high priest Caiaphas - who reminds us that "it is better that one man should die instead of the people." As we enter into Holy Week may we cherish the Lord's sacrifice for our salvation!
April 4, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jeremiah reminds us that we put our trust in God as we face the dangers of life.
April 3, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reveals his divinity in John's Gospel, and this truth becomes the foundation for our faith and the source of our hope as we configure our lives to Him.
April 2, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego walked in the fiery furnace with a fourth person who looked like a Son of God. During those times in our lives when we have been put to the test, may we trust that Christ walks with us as well.
April 1, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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To gaze upon the Cross reveals the face of God in Christ crucified for our sake. This symbol of death thus becomes our hope, that the one who takes the place of our sins will lead us to eternal life.
March 31, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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