St. Paul addresses how the grace of Jesus frees us, not to sin but to become slaves of the righteousness of God. As a result, we have an insight into freedom: Christ frees us not to do whatever we want, but to do what is good, holy and true!
October 20, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul offers a contrast between the sin of Adam and the redemption we have in Jesus Christ, thus providing us with a view of the world that is both realistic and hopeful.
October 19, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Gospel of Luke reveals several insights regarding how we proclaim the Good News: we do it together; we go with the Christ's blessing; we carry out the Lord's task and let people make their own choice.
October 18, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's review some of the themes we find in the readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
October 18, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord takes a teachable moment and shows the disciples how greatness in Heaven is manifested by our service for others here on earth.
October 17, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We learn more about Abraham's faith in the Letter to the Romans, inspired to search our hearts for any obstacles that are keeping us from Christ. May we cast these stumbling blocks to the foot of the Cross!
October 16, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul shows how Abraham's example reveals the power of faith for all who follow God.
October 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul shows in his Letter to the Romans how all people have sinned and are in need of God's grace. This is the Good News that we have to share with one another today!
October 14, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul switches his indictment on those who know God's plan but do not apply it to themselves. Swift to judge others, they fail to evaluate their lives with the same scrutiny.
October 13, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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St. Paul offers us good news and bad news. The good news? The Gospel is open to all. The bad news we hear today applies to those who knew nothing of God's saving work, but also didn't exert any effort to use their minds to see the light of truth.
October 12, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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For the next four weeks we will read heavily from St. Paul's Letter to the Romans, and the introduction today sets the tone for this powerful work that continues to inspire Christians today.
October 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the central themes in the readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year.
October 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Book of Wisdom and Mark's Gospel challenge us to let go of worldly things and put the Lord at the center of our lives.
October 9, 2021 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Jesus takes a word of praise and turns it into a teachable moment...for we are truly blessed when we receive the gift of faith and put it into practice.
October 9, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord addresses the crowd after he has driven out a demon, offering us several insights into how we respond to the evil present in our lives.
October 8, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, may we find strength in this powerful prayer as we follow the counsel of Christ to "ask, seek and knock" for the needs before us.
October 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jonah's response to the people of Nineveh reveals a hardness of heart that God addresses in the wilderness. May we examine our lives with care, rooting out anything that is unworthy of the Lord.
October 6, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the second part of the Book of Jonah, the prophet carries out the Lord's command...with incredible results.
October 5, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In this first part of the Book of Jonah, we hear how the prophet faces the natural consequences of not following the Lord's call.
October 4, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the key themes in the readings for this 28th Sunday of the Year.
October 4, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The readings this week point out different aspects of the blessings and burdens in family life. The good news? God is in the midst of our families! May we draw strength from our faith to cherish and support the people in our family today.
October 2, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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They have been appointed by God to guard and guide us through our lives and lead us to the next. May we call upon our Guardian Angels to help us each and every day!
October 2, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In the Gospel of Luke the Lord directs his attention to three local villages that did not repent and take his message to heart. It's a sobering reminder for us today to repent of our sins and embrace the Good News of Jesus Christ.
October 1, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus sends out the seventy-two with specific instructions as they carry out his mission. May we continue this task as we eagerly respond to Christ and offer our lives today.
September 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The feast of the Archangels reminds us that we are not alone in the spiritual fight. They praise God constantly and assist us in our need. May we call upon the angels when times are tough!
September 29, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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