Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. (Lectionary #638)
September 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus instructs the people about the true cost for someone who wants to become his disciple. (Lectionary #129)
September 6, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Confronted by the Pharisees, Jesus cites the example of King David and then proclaims that "the Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath." (Lectionary #436)
September 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 100 invites us to dispose ourselves with joyful hearts and unite our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #435)
September 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus boards Peter's boat, preaches to crowds, and begins a fishing story that will change Peter's life forever. (Lectionary #434)
September 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Crowds gather in Capernaum as Jesus heals, drives out demons, and proclaims the Good News of the Kingdom of God. (Lectionary #433)
September 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus, speaking with power and authority, drives out a demon who recognizes him as the Holy One of God. (Lectionary #432)
September 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The First Letter to the Thessalonians offers us hope that our journey from death to eternal life is sustained through the saving work of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #431)
September 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #129)
September 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable, exhorting us to cultivate humility before God and one another. (Lectionary #126)
August 30, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus offers a parable that challenges us to live the gift of our lives with all the intensity and ingenuity we can apply to our own unique circumstances. (Lectionary #430)
August 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The death of John the Baptist reveals the wickedness of our world, reminding us to hold fast to our faith in Christ when we encounter the stark reality of evil in our lives. (Lectionary #429/634)
August 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus urges us to stay alert and prepared as we follow the Lord through the uncertainties of life. (Lectionary #428)
August 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 139 reveals our transparency before God, inviting us to acknowledge our faults and call upon the Lord for the strength, grace, and forgiveness we need. (Lectionary #427)
August 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Paul reminds us that we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through clear and godly speech that is highlighted by the gentle compassion of our hearts. (Lectionary #426)
August 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We embrace the gift of faith and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ by what we say and do. (Lectionary #425)
August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #126)
August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches a hard lesson that it is not enough to know merely facts about him; a true relationship demands that we spend time and effort to encounter the Lord in this life so that we can be with him forever in heaven. (Lectionary #123)
August 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus invites us to serve one another with a humble heart. (Lectionary #424)
August 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches that the greatest commandments are about love of God and one another. (Lectionary #423)
August 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In light of the parable that Jesus offers to the Pharisees and elders of the people, we are invited to come before the Lord with an open and generous heart. (Lectionary #422)
August 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to his disciples, revealing God's generous invitation to seek the Kingdom of Heaven throughout the course of our lives. (Lectionary #421)
August 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Like good stewards, we use the resources entrusted to us by God with all the wisdom we possess. (Lectionary #420)
August 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following Jesus requires that we detach from our possessions and like a good steward use wisely the resources we have been given until God wants them back.
Mass Readings - Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419)
August 18, 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 21st Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #123)
August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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