When Peter says to Jesus, "We have given up everything and followed you," we are invited to examine our hearts and discern if we have also put the Lord at the center of our lives. (Lectionary #348)
March 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord reveals the powerful way that possessions can dominate our lives, inviting us to detach from "stuff" so we can draw near to Christ. (Lectionary #347)
March 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers a rich spiritual insight to help us discern human hearts by the fruitfulness of our lives. (Lectionary #84)
March 1, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus commands that the children come to him for a blessing, inspiring us to engage our kids with time, attention, and good example. (Lectionary #346)
March 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Book of Sirach offers practical spiritual advice regarding the precious gift of friendship. (Lectionary #345)
February 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus teaches about the destructive consequences of sin, inviting us to turn away from it corrosive power. Lectionary 344
February 27, 2025. Cathedral Rectory. Superior, WI
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Christ corrects the apostle John, reminding him that no one can do a mighty deed in the Lord's name and at the same time speak ill of him. In the end, we are either for or against Jesus. (Lectionary #343)
February 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 37 offers us a prayerful reflection to place the Lord at the center of our lives as we face the challenges of life. (Lectionary #342)
February 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After casting out a demon that the disciples were unable to remove, the Lord teaches them that there are times when we need to pray with added fervor in the face of evil. (Lectionary #341)
February 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 8th Week of the Year. (Lectionary #84)
February 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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David's mercy in the First Book of Samuel underscores the teaching of Jesus in Luke's Gospel and presents us a challenging commandment from Christ: love our enemies. (Lectionary, Year C - #81)
February 22, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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In this account of the tower of Babel, God observes and then disperses the united sin and pride of humanity, setting up the contrast of the saving work that will eventually take place through call of Abraham. (Lectionary #339)
February 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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God's covenant with Noah affirms the precious gift of life and invites us to protect and cherish this gift as we offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #338)
February 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As the flood waters recede, the earth flourishes and we have hope to renew our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #337)
February 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Noah and the ark remind us that there are times when we need to be washed clean of the sins that lurk in our souls. Thank God for the grace we have in Jesus! (Lectionary #336)
February 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The tragedy of Cain and Abel reveals the capacity for sin in the human heart and challenges us to consider what and how we will offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #335)
February 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at the themes in the Mass readings for the 7th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #81)
February 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response sheds light on the words of both the prophet Jeremiah and Jesus, instructing us to place our hope in God as we face the challenges of life. (Lectionary, Year C - #78)
February 15, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The consequences of the original sin of Adam and Eve lead to division and pain, reminding us to honestly acknowledge our own shortcomings by turning to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #334)
February 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The temptation of Adam and Eve introduces sin into our world and reminds us to call upon the Lord Jesus as we confront the lure of evil in our lives. (Lectionary #333)
February 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Genesis recounts the creation of woman as the suitable partner for the man, forging the foundation of marriage and family as great blessings in human life. (Lectionary #332)
February 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Christ teaches that it is what comes out of our hearts that can defile, reminding us to honestly assess the spiritual battle within and acknowledge our sins before the Lord. (Lectionary #331)
February 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Psalm 8 offers us a glorious reflection on the grandeur of the natural world, inspiring us to give thanks to the Creator as we humbly acknowledge our place in creation. (Lectionary #330)
February 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The crowds gather around Jesus bringing those who are sick, inspiring us to draw near to the Lord as well for healing in body, mind, heart, and soul. (Lectionary #329)
February 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #78)
February 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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