The mystery of the Trinity - one God and three Persons - reveals the crucial role of communion in our spiritual lives. We can measure our discipleship in a powerful way by the depth of our communion with God and one another, and we can actively explore the opportunities that we receive and extend communion with the people in our lives.
May 27, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus commands the disciples to let people bring their children to be blessed, and then teaches that we must be like children to enter into the Kingdom of God. May we run to the Lord with eager joy, even as we also do our part to help others encounter the love of Christ.
May 26, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks to the Pharisees and then afterward the disciples about the issue of divorce. As we strive to support and strengthen married couples may we reach out to those who are hurting from a divorce and help them rebuild their lives.
May 25, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches that there are real consequences for our actions, reminding us that even the smallest things can have eternal results.
May 24, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers an important insight into how different groups can work together. When we put aside our ego and focus on the Lord's mission we discover our ability to empower one another in the spirit and mission of Christ.
May 23, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord confronts the bickering of the disciples with counter examples of selfless service and a little child. As we offer our lives for the Lord, may we do so with a sincere and genuine transparency.
May 22, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Holy Spirit transforms the Lord's disciples, empowering them in the face of adversity and uniting them in love. The same Spirit continues to work in our lives today, inviting us to call out for the help and guidance we need as we journey through this life.
May 19, 2018 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus reminds Peter in the Gospel of John to focus on his own particular path and not worry about anyone else. It's a good lesson for us all as we concentrate our effort to carry out the unique tasks that each of us has received from the Lord.
May 19, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After the resurrection, Jesus asks Peter three times "Do you love me?" It's a powerful reminder that God's answer to human weakness and limitation is love...and our invitation is to offer our love to the Lord - regardless of our imperfections - with an open heart.
May 18, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks of our need to unite our hearts in love, and he offers the example of the Heavenly Father to inspire us. May God's love empower each of us to look for ways that we can unite when we are confronted with division.
May 17, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus prays to the Father that the disciples might share in his joy. As a Fruit of the Spirit, joy is a quality that arises from our love with God and one another. May we look for joy in our lives today and share the joy of Jesus Christ with those we meet.
May 16, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Gospel of John we hear today how the Lord prays to his Heavenly Father for the disciples. In other words, the Lord prays for us! May this personal relationship we have with Jesus draw us closer to the Christ and one another.
May 15, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Through the Ascension of the Lord we now look to Christ who is present to all people in all time and space for the grace we need to face the challenges of life. Be not afraid! Rather, draw strength from Jesus and engage life with the joy of the Good News.
May 12, 2018 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus teaches the disciples that out of love he was sent from the Father into this world, and now he leaves the world to return to the Father. All of us are pilgrims passing through this life; as we live each day may we recall that one day the Father will call us out of this world as well.
May 12, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus promises a joy that is permanent and complete; may we follow the Lord today in the midst of our challenges with the conviction that God will give us what we need to find our way through this life to the Kingdom of Heaven.
May 11, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We recognize that being disciples of Jesus Christ does not take away experiences of suffering and loss; rather, we understand that God will give us what we need to make our way through even the darkest moments of life - turning our grief into joy.
May 10, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Why do we pray every week at Mass? Why is it so important? Fr. Andrew shares some key points with the children at Cathedral School.
May 9, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus promises the disciples that he will send the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, to come upon them after he leaves. The Spirit will shine in the world revealing sin, righteousness and condemnation. May the Spirit help us today to see clearly as we follow the Lord.
May 8, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The commandment to love one another as Christ loves us will stretch us and invite us to offer our entire lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. May our "Yes!" open our hearts to God's love in our lives as we share this love with those we meet today.
May 5,2018 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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There is a cost to following the Lord: sometimes we must endure the hardship of hate in this world and contend with forces that would seek to destroy the goodness in our lives. Yet we do not stand alone; Jesus Christ gives us the strength we need to face this hardship with the power of his grace.
May 5, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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"Love one another as I love you" is an awe-inspiring commandment. We cannot do this alone; rather, Jesus chooses us and appoints us to follow his example and bear the fruit of unconditional love in our hearts. As our friend, he gives us the grace and strength we need to walk in the light of his love.
May 4, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Philip's desire to "see the Father" reminds us that even though the apostles walked with the Son, they longed to see the face of God the Father. Seeing isn't believing; it's only seeing. May our relationship with Christ grow stronger each day as we seek to follow the Lord as we journey through life.
May 3, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As followers of Jesus Christ we are called to cultivate a fruitful harvest in our hearts. This not only means fostering the Fruits of the Spirit in our lives, but it also requires our willingness to be pruned of the spiritual vices and behaviors that keep us from God and one another.
May 2, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The memorial of St. Joseph the Worker offers an opportunity to see how our work - great or small - can bring glory to God. What's your work today? Look for the Lord in your labors and make your work an offering worthy of God.
May 1, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The accident at the oil refinery in Superior last week was a stark reminder how we rely on and support one another in times of danger. Where do we find the strength to work together? United in our faith in Jesus Christ we are nourished with God's grace so that we can offer our lives for one another.
April 28, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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