John the Baptist precedes Jesus in his birth, preaching and death. John's witness to the Lord and the giving of his life inspire us to consider how we offer our lives each day to Christ...until the day when the Lord takes us by the hand at the hour of our own death.
Philip brings Nathaniel (also known as Bartholomew) to Christ, changing his life forever. It reminds us that sometimes we have the opportunity to lead others to the Lord, and sometimes we need to open our hearts to what Jesus has to say.
August 24, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Mary's "fiat" to the angel Gabriel cooperates with God's plan of salvation. Mary serves as our example, Mother, intercessor and guide. She's also the Queen of Heaven, and through her witness we are inspired to draw near to her Son.
Mary's assumption into Heaven reveals her crucial role in the Church. As the Mother of God her "fiat" to the Angel Gabriel proclaims the greatness of the Lord, and her fidelity to God's will as she stood at the Cross offers us a profound example as we strive to live our faith in the midst of difficulty.
August 15, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus addresses a teachable moment when he explains that glory in Heaven comes from offering one's life in charity and service. James and John will drink from the cup of of Christ, reminding us that every time we offer our lives for others we follow the example of Christ.
July 25, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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These two great saints made an enormous impact in the Church, even as they encountered hard work and confronted their own weaknesses and sins. May we look to their example and trust in the Lord for the grace we need to face the challenges of life.
June 29, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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As the herald of Jesus, John directs people to prepare for the coming of the messiah. His birth, words and actions all point others to the Lord...and inspire us to do the same as modern days disciples.
June 24, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The feast of the Sacred Heart of the Jesus celebrates the love of God for the whole world. Without limit or boundary, the Lord's love for us is unconditional and offers us the opportunity to both receive and share this love with one another.
June 23, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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This homily takes a practical look at answering three questions:
June 17, 2017 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Mary and Elizabeth - pregnant with Jesus and John the Baptist - meet and rejoice at the goodness of the Lord. Both women knew hardship, yet their faith inspires us to see God at work...in good times and in bad.
May 31, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary says "yes" to the Good News announced by the angel Gabriel...showing us how we can say yes to the Lord every day of our lives.
March 25, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The presider's chair in any Catholic Church is a place of authority, overseen by a bishop who is a successor to the apostles...of which St. Peter is the rock upon which Jesus builds His Church. May we draw strength from the Lord, our Great Shepherd, and offer our lives to care for those entrusted to us.
February 22, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Mary and Joseph presented their infant son in the Temple, they encounter Simeon and Anna who give praise to God for the fulfillment of the Lord's promises - the Messiah has come bringing light into the world! As his disciples may we continue to share this light as we present ourselves for service to God and one another.
February 2, 2017 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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St. Paul's conversion shows how God calls us to make changes in our lives as we draw close to Jesus Christ and proclaim the Good News. The Lord reaches out to us in our weakness, inspiring us to turn away from our sins and become living witnesses to the world.
January 25, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Magi were guided through the illumination of knowledge and faith to the Christ Child. We, too, can be guided through the challenges of life when we we use our minds to the best of our ability and get down on our knees to pray for wisdom.
January 8, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Our knowledge of Mary flows from our knowledge of her Son, and her example teaches us how to be living witnesses in the face of adversity as we continue to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world.
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2017 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph helps us see how God works through each of our families. We face our struggles, make sacrifices, support each other, and receive blessings with gratitude...and through it all we grow in grace.
December 30, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Mary's "yes" to God offers us an example, for as she participated in God's plan of salvation so we, too, have a daily opportunity to let the Lord's work be done through our words and actions.
December 8, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The call of St. Andrew reminds us that the Lord continues to invite us to follow him and proclaim the Good News so that others can experience the saving love of Christ.
November 30, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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He is the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords...and yet he came into our world to teach us about his heavenly Father with compassion and tenderness. May we draw near to his Divine Mercy, and say the words of the Good Thief, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom!"
November 20, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We recall in the readings about the importance of having holy places to pray, so that we can become a holy people - dedicated to the Lord.
November 9, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We remember all the faithful departed today, following the command of Jesus to pray always for one another to God who is Lord of the living and the dead. May they rest in peace.
November 2, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Young and old, rich and poor, male and female...they faced their challenges in life as they kept their eyes fixed on Jesus Christ, and now they pray for us with the choirs of angels in heaven. May the examples of the saints inspire us to live each day - in the midst of the messiness and imperfection of life - with hope they we will one day join them!
November 1, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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We celebrate the strength of the archangels today, calling upon them for assistance in our moments of need.
September 29, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Mary's example of faith in the midst of sorrow inspires us to face our grief and loss in this life with God's grace.
September 15, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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