Today we celebrate the feast of St. Andrew, and we hear how he and his brother responded to the Lord's call. Indeed, the Lord continues to call all of us...will we follow?
November 30, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Our faith clearly acknowledges that there will be a final judgment, and while this reality can bring a grim awareness of our sins, it can also serve as an inspiration to take hold of the gift of today and live our faith with conviction.
November 29, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Fr. Andrew speaks to the kids at Cathedral School about how the seed of God's love can grow in our hearts.
November 28, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord urges the people to not be led by deception and fear. Instead, we face these obstacles with the grace that comes God.
November 27, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We are servants and stewards of Christ, our King. This means that our faith is not some hazy, vague experience; rather, it is dynamic and life-giving as we conform our lives to the commands of the one who claims our obedience.
November 25, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Lord teaches about eternal life, we are reminded that our lives here on earth are a preparation for our encounter with the angels and saints gathered around God in Heaven.
November 24, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Gospel today the Lord cleanses the temple and then teaches the people. Every time we enter into a church and stand before the Blessed Sacrament in the tablernacle, we encounter the same Risen Lord - body and blood, soul and divinity.
November 23, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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What are you thankful for today? What gifts do you recognize right now in your life and how do you share them gratefully with others? How has God's grace transformed your life? Now go, and be a blessing in the world!
November 22, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The parable today shows the outcome of three servants who were given the opportunity to serve their master. Like these servants, our lives have the power to make an impact in the world. It begs a question: What are we doing with our lives?
November 21, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The exchange between Jesus and Zaccheus fills us with hope as the Lord initiates an encounter that leads to conversion and change of heart.
November 20, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Gospel today addresses the age-old concern about the end times...which begs a question: if the Lord called you right now, would you be ready? Are there things in life that need to be fixed, or are there perhaps opportunities that you can help flourish?
November 17, 2018 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Lord uses a parable to express our need to pray always without growing weary.
November 17, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus uses a number of illustrations to underscore a practical point: we live each moment to the fullest as we follow the Lord. Only with our eyes fixed on Jesus can we face the uncertainties of life with calm conviction.
November 16, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches that the Kingdom of God is among us. Our task is not to go chasing around looking for the Lord, but rather to live as his disciples as we apply our faith to every aspect of our lives.
November 15, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The healing of the ten lepers reveals the power of God's grace. The gratitude of the Samaritan shows a response that can teach us all a great deal about how we drawn near to the Lord with a grateful heart.
November 14, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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To say "I serve the Lord" has tremendous implications for our understanding and action. Recognizing Jesus as our Lord, we configure every aspect of our lives to him as our daily actions and interactions are infused with his grace.
November 13, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Two widows offer examples of giving generously in the Scriptures today. Three words - gratitude, sacrifice and expectation - can offer insight into how we can be generous as we follow the example of Jesus.
The Lord offers a blunt teaching about money, reminding us that God is our first and greatest priority...whereas money is a tool that is meant to be put to good and practical use.
November 10, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Today the universal Church celebrates the dedication of the Lateran Basilica - the cathedral of the city of Rome - reminding us that every church around the world offers us a direct encounter of the living God when we draw near to the altar to pray.
November 9, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Recognizing our sins and asking for forgiveness challenges us to honestly acknowledge our faults and humbly ask for help. While this is not easy, this process puts us in right relationship with the Lord and one another...allowing us to grow in maturity, wisdom and love.
November 8, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Gospel makes it clear that all other blessings, even the most precious relationship, take second place to our relationship with Jesus Christ, who is the source of all our blessings and the Lord our souls.
November 7, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The reading from Philippians offers a powerful teaching about Jesus, who emptied and humbled himself for the salvation of our souls. As the Lord's disciples we acknowledge that our journey to heaven will lead us along a similar path as we share our lives with one another.
November 6, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The commandment to love God and neighbor is well known, and it can act as a mission statement that guides every single element of our lives...and helping us to grow as Sons and Daughters of God.
November 4, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Sometimes we can get caught up in social status, cherishing feelings of importance and respect. In the Gospel today Jesus reminds us that true greatness lies in how we offer our lives, directing us away from external accolades and turning us toward the beauty of a life of humble service.
November 3, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Yesterday's celebration of All Saints inspires us today to pray for All Souls. We remember our faithful departed and commend them to the loving mercy of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. On this sober feast we recall that one day we will all make the journey from this life to the next, and we ask God for the grace to carry on.
November 2, 2018 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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