Here are some of the main themes that surface in the readings for the 18th Sunday of the Year.
July 25, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches his disciples the Lord's Prayer in the Gospel of Luke, emphasizing the importance of persistence in praying for what we need.
July 24, 2022 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable that illustrates how our souls are like gardens that require careful cultivation and diligent weeding.
July 23, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Like a fountain that brings life to a vibrant garden, the Lord renews our souls with grace, mercy and peace.
July 21, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jeremiah is sent by the Lord to go forth and proclaim God's message, and Jesus offers a parable illustrating the need to be fruitful in our lives.
July 20, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord teaches us that we part of his family when we carry out the will of his Heavenly Father.
July 19, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus states that the only sign that will be given to the scribes and Pharisees is the sign of Jonah, a call to repent of our sins and turn back to God.
July 18, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's look at some of the main themes in the readings for the 17th Sunday of the Year.
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As Jesus speaks to Martha, he reveals how anxiety and worry are calmed by pausing to be still and listen to him.
July 17, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus continues to heal and proclaim the Good News, even as others begin to discuss how to destroy him.
July 16, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reveals his divinity as he is questioned by the Pharisees about his actions on the Sabbath.
July 15, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers comfort in times of exhaustion, reminding us that we find a lasting peace in his presence.
July 14, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus affirms his divinity as he acknowledges his relationship to his Heavenly Father. May we draw near to the Lord today, and configure our lives to the Son of God.
July 13, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus reproaches the villages that rejected his message of repentance, reminding us that our response to the Lord's invitation has crucial consequences.
July 12, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus concludes his teaching to the Twelve before he sends them out on their mission, reminding them to make him the priority and center of their lives.
July 11, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 16th Sunday of the Year.
July 11, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable when asked to clarify what we must do to enter eternal life. May we actively respond with compassion and mercy to the "neighbors" in our lives!
July 10, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Having called and empowered the Twelve Apostles, Jesus exhorts them to cast aside fear in the face of difficulty and duress.
July 9, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Continuing from the call of the Twelve and the explanation of their mission, Jesus now prepares his followers for the difficulties that are part of the path of discipleship.
July 8, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus gives instructions to the Twelve in preparation for their mission, reminding them that they have received the the truths of salvation without cost...and thus without cost they give them to others.
July 7, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus calls the Twelve Apostles by name and empowers them to carry out his earthly ministry. Their efforts, fortified by the Holy Spirit, would change the world and leave us a legacy of faith. May we continue this ministry today!
July 6, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We glimpse the compassion of Christ as he pities the people who come to him with their suffering and pain. May the Lord's mercy inspire us to run to him in our needs, as we share his kindness and love.
July 5, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The two miracles in the Gospel of Matthew encourage us to look at how we both receive and share the healing power of Christ in our daily lives.
July 4, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we see in the readings for the 15th Sunday of the Year.
July 4, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As Jesus sends out the 72 disciples, he empowers them to carry on his earthly mission. Their efforts inspire us to consider how the Lord directs and sends us out into the world to offer our lives today.
July 3, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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