In the midst of the messy yet blessed elements of our families, we bring our loved ones to Jesus Christ through prayer, invitation, and personal effort. (Lectionary, Year B - #140)
October 5, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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As the seventy-two disciples return rejoicing about their power over demons at the name of Jesus, the Lord reveals that true joy is found in the kingdom of heaven. (Lectionary #460)
October 5, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 139 highlights God's presence throughout all creation, inviting us to recognize where we are on our journey as we call upon the Lord for guidance. (Lectionary #459)
October 4, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus sends out the seventy-two in pairs for an abundant harvest in the face of real hardship, reminding us that we are called in a similar way for the Lord today. (Lectionary #458)
October 3, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In those moments when we are overwhelmed with suffering and loss, Psalm 88 invites us to call upon the Lord for help. (Lectionary #456)
October 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Job's response in the face of overwhelming tragedy inspires us to turn to the Lord in good times and in bad for the the guidance we need. (Lectionary #455)
September 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 27th Week of the Year.
September 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The disciples are afraid to respond after Jesus speaks about his Passion and death. (Lectionary #454)
September 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This time honored passage from Ecclesiastes reminds us that in God's hands all things have an appointed place, teaching us life lessons that we can put into practice. (Lectionary #453)
September 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The uncertainty and misunderstanding about Jesus resonates in our distracted modern world, inspiring us to seek the Lord in the Word, the Sacraments, and daily Prayer. (Lectionary #452)
September 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord authorizes the Twelve to carry out his work, inviting them to rely on nothing else. (Lectionary #451)
September 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus grants us a place in his family when we hear the word of God and act on it! (Lectionary #450)
September 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches the crowd that God's light is meant to shine in our hearts and lives. (Lectionary #449)
September 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that appear in the Mass readings for the 26th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary - B, #137)
September 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 118 offers us an opportunity to give thanks to the Lord for the blessings we have received. (Lectionary #446)
September 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This passage (often read at weddings) reveals how the love of Christ transforms our words and actions as we conform our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #445)
September 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As followers of Christ, we offer our lives in service to one another, out of respect for the Lord. (Lectionary- B, #443)
September 16, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After teaching about his suffering and death, Jesus rebukes Peter and makes it clear that if we want to follow Christ we are going to have to carry a cross. (Lectionary - Year B, #131)
September 14, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Teaching his disciples, Jesus makes it clear that we must first confront the blindness in our lives before we seek to guide others in life. (Lectionary #441)
September 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches his disciples to love, do good, bless, and pray...especially for one's enemies. (Lectionary #440)
September 12, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offer four blessings and woes, inspiring us to understand our spiritual lives as they relate to the Cross of Christ. (Lectionary #439)
September 11, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After praying on the mountain through the night, Jesus chooses the Twelve from his disciples and reveals his power through healing the sick and casting out evil. (Lectionary #438)
September 10, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the sabbath, reminding us to keep in perspective what is most crucial and essential when we make our choices in life. (Lectionary #437)
September 9, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 24th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary - Year B, #131)
September 9, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Isaiah's prophecy inspires us to draw near to God for the healing of our physical and spiritual senses. (Lectionary - B, #128)
September 7, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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