As Jesus is baptized, the Father's voice is heard from Heaven, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased." May these words inspire us to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to the Lord.
January 09, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year.
January 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the Magi encounter the Christ child in Bethlehem, their example inspires us to continue our daily journey to Jesus, guided by the Lord's light through this life to our Heavenly home.
January 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's first miracle takes place at a wedding at Cana in Galilee, foreshadowing the glory of his saving death and resurrection for us all.
January 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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John the Baptist proclaims that Christ will baptize with the Holy Spirit. As we follow the Lord today, may we call upon the Spirit to draw us into a deeper, fruitful union with the Lord and one another.
January 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's invitation to Philip is simple and direct: "Follow me." May Philip's swift response inspire us to embrace Christ's invitation in our lives today.
January 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Andrew encountered Jesus and afterward brought his brother Simon to meet the Lord. May we, too, come and see the Lord for ourselves in our lives today.
January 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After he saw the Spirit come down and remain upon the Lord, John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Lamb of God, the Son of God who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.
January 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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When questioned by the priests and Levites as his popularity with the crowds increased, John the Baptist humbly admitted that he was not the Christ; rather, he claimed his role as one who points out the Lord to others...thus giving us an example for our own lives today.
January 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
January 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the shepherds describe what had been revealed to them by the angel, Mary kept all these things and reflected on them in her heart. May her example lead us into our own reflections on her Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, as we put our faith into practice.
January 1, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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