Why is Christmas so important? Fr. Andrew offers a short reflection on why we cherish this Holy Season.
December 25, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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May the light of Jesus Christ cast out the darkness in our hearts and shine with a brilliance that fosters faith as we embrace the Lord's love. Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Baptism of the Lord inspires us to claim the gift of our own baptism as we follow Christ and live the gift of life infused with faith.
January 9, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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John the Baptist reveals a humility and depth of knowledge as he recognizes how the ministry of Jesus must grow. "He must increase; I must decrease." May these words apply to each one of us as we welcome Christ as King of our hearts.
January 9, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The desire of Jesus to make clean the leper in the Gospel of Luke reveals the Lord's desire to cleanse each one of us: body, mind, heart and soul.
January 8, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In this third part of the reflection on love from the First Letter of John, we see how our love for others reflects the love that flows from the heart of God. When we love one another we are acting on the Lord's commandment and showing the world the face of Christ.
January 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In this third part of the reflection on love from the First Letter of John, we see how our love for others reflects the love that flows from the heart of God. When we love one another we are acting on the Lord's commandment and showing the world the face of Christ.
January 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The First Letter of John offers a rich insight regarding how God's love gives us the courage to face our fears.
January 6, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Love finds its origin and power in God, for God is love. May we draw close to the Lord so that His love will overflow our hearts.
January 5, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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From the very start of his earthly ministry, Jesus preached for repentance - the ongoing call to conversion of heart - as we turn from our sins and embrace our lives for the Lord.
January 4, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The proclamation of praise from the psalm today reminds us to look to nature when we require a reminder of the awesome power of the Almighty.
January 2, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Prologue of the Gospel of John speaks of Christ as God's Word and Light. May we dwell upon the Word of God in the coming year as we are guided by the Lord's Light. Happy New Year!
December 31, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Gospel reveals that growth and knowledge often take time to develop. This process of maturity reminds us that our own spiritual life requires a steady discipline of commitment over the entire course of our lives.
December 30, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The prophecy of Simeon reveals the Light of Christ in the world, which uncovers human hearts and leads to their rise and fall. The Lord continues to shine in our lives today, inviting us to embrace this light and live accordingly.
December 29, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the midst of the Christmas season we see the harsh consequences of human sin. The massacre of the innocent children demands that we carry out the teaching of Christ as we strive to protect those who are most vulnerable.
December 28, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The martyrdom of St. Stephen is a sober reminder that in light of the joy of the Lord's birth we also confront the daily reality of death in our world. May St. Stephen inspire us to never take for granted an opportunity to live each day with faith, hope and love.
December 26, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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I keep all of you who listen to these podcasts in my daily prayers! May the coming year be filled with blessings as we grow closer to the Lord and one another.
December 25, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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COVID-19 has disrupted many lives this year, uncovering our human vulnerabilities and weaknesses. May the birth of the messiah remind us that through the Incarnation of Jesus Christ God becomes like us in all things but sin, meeting us in the midst of our struggles and giving us the strength, wisdom and courage to carry on.
December 24, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The baptism of Jesus recalls the gift of our own baptism and how our lives are now configured to Christ. May we live this great gift as we put our faith into practice.
January 12, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The words of John Baptist remind us of a crucial spiritual point, "He must increase, I must decrease." May we seek to let Christ increase his rule in our hearts each and every day.
January 11, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Jesus heals the leper in the Gospel of Luke, we witness the profound compassion of the Lord, who longs for our TOTAL healing - body, mind, heart and soul. May we draw near to Christ for this healing and in turn seek to be agents of healing whenever possible.
January 10, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The First Letter of John cuts through any warm and fuzzy notions of love with a decisive evaluation: we reveal our love for God through our love for one another. May this practical test guide and direct our actions, powered by the love of Christ.
January 9, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The First Letter of St. John offers a beautiful and moving reflection on how God's love moves in and through us into the world. May the Lord's love flow through us today!
January 8, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The multiplication of the fishes and loaves in the Gospel of Mark uses the same language that we use to describe what happens at Mass when the priest takes the bread and wine. May we be nourished every time we go to pray, so that we can nourish others with the gift of our lives.
January 7, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The intensity of the quest of the Magi and the treasures they offered the Christ child can teach us about the conviction and quality we bring to the Lord each and every day.
January 4, 2020 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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