Andrew's response to the call of Christ reveals a cycle whereby the Good News has been preached to our very day. May it continue with our response to the Lord as well! (Lectionary #684)
November 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus points out that just as we pay attention to the changes in nature, we can also observe the changes in our hearts in order to be ready for the moment when our life on earth will end. (Lectionary #507)
November 29, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Gratitude is one of the best spiritual medicines that helps us foster what is true, good, beautiful, and holy in our lives. May we count our blessings today....and everyday! (Lectionary #943-947)
November 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The contrast between Luke's Gospel and the Book of Revelation illustrates how we gain strength to persevere on earth by our knowledge of the glory of God's triumph in Heaven. (Lectionary #505)
November 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response challenges us to keep the Lord's judgment always before us, for one day we will stand before Christ our King. (#504)
November 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The example of the poor widow guides our reflection on both what unique gifts we have to offer and how great a sacrifice do we wish to make today. (Lectionary #503)
November 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary - Year C, #3)
November 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We offer our allegiance to Jesus Christ, our Savior, Lord, and King by conforming our thoughts, words, and actions to his will. (Lectionary #161)
November 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 144 offers a rallying cry as we face our spiritual battles with the Lord's help. (Lectionary #502)
November 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After weeping over the city of Jerusalem, the Lord drives out the sellers in the Temple area, reminding us that he also drives out the evil that lurks in our hearts. (Lectionary #501)
November 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After weeping over the city of Jerusalem, the Lord drives out the sellers in the Temple area, reminding us that he also drives out the evil that lurks in our hearts. (Lectionary #501)
November 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gazes upon the city of Jerusalem, weeping as he foretells its suffering and destruction. It's a poignant reminder that the Lord weeps over our pain, heartache, and sins...offering us an opportunity to repent and return to God's grace. (Lectionary #500)
November 21, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On his way to Jerusalem, the Lord reminds his disciples to offer their lives in full service to God and one another. (Lectionary #499)
November 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Zacchaeus responds to the invitation of Jesus and begins to make changes in his life that inspire us to open the door our hearts to the Lord every day. (Lectionary #498)
November 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gives sight to a blind man, inspiring us to look for the Lord in our lives and in our hearts. (Lectionary #497)
November 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe. (Lectionary - Year B, #161)
November 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus recounts the end times to his disciples, reminding them that no one will know the hour. Our task? We live each day as a precious gift, holding fast to the Word of God and the sacrifice that Christ offered for our sins. (Lectionary - Year B, #158)
November 16, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable about the necessity to pray always without becoming weary. (Lectionary #496)
November 16, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The 2nd Letter of St. John provides a way to live amidst the uncertainties of life spelled out in Luke's Gospel: let us love one another! (Lectionary #495)
November 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord speaks to the Pharisees and then to his disciples, teaching about the Kingdom of God and how we orient our lives to welcome it. (Lectionary #494)
November 14, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals ten lepers and one of them, a Samaritan, returns to offer thanks. (Lectionary #493)
November 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord teaches the Apostles that serving God does not entitle a disciple to special rewards. (Lectionary #492)
November 12, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches the disciples a crucial lesson about the need to rebuke, repent, and reconcile with one another. (Lectionary #491)
November 11, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 33rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary - Year B, #158)
November 11, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The sacrifices of the women in 1st Kings and the Gospel of Mark reveal the power of our lives when the intensity and object of our convictions lead us closer to God and one another, pointing out our willingness to follow the example of Christ's once-for-all sacrifice on the Cross. (Lectionary - Year B, #155)
November 9, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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