The Risen Lord commands his disciples with direct and pointed language to preach the Good News. May we take this instruction to heart as we live our faith today.
April 25, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Stephen, filled with grace and power, works great signs among the people. As a result, he is attacked in an unjust way and brought before the Sanhedrin.
April 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's examine some of the main themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter.
April 24, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On the road to Emmaus, two disciples are traveling the wrong way - away from Jerusalem - when they are suddenly accompanied by Jesus, whom they do not recognize. Through the Scriptures and the Breaking of the Bread their hearts blaze with faith and they return to Jerusalem. Their encounter with Christ through the Word of God and the Eucharist inspires us to draw near to the Lord at every Mass, so that we might regularly get back on track as we encounter and follow Jesus.
April 22, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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As the early Christian community continued to grow, the Apostles requested that seven men - filled with the Holy Spirit - be charged with the task for the daily distribution. May this practical, ordinary work remind us that the Spirit touches every aspect of our lives...helping and blessing all our efforts to serve the Lord and one another.
April 22, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Gamaliel offers sound spiritual guidance to the Sanhedrin regarding their judgment of the Apostles, reminding us that if we remain close to Christ we will be directed and strengthened to carry out the Lord's work amidst the ongoing attacks of this world.
April 21, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Filled with the Holy Spirit, the Apostles give witness before the Sanhedrin about Jesus. Their conviction in this critical situation inspires us to call upon the Spirit for daily guidance and strength.
April 20, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Thrown in jail, the Apostles are freed by the Angel of God who directs them to continue to preach the Good News. They respond with conviction, revealing to us an example of how we live our lives for the Lord today.
April 19, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We discover in the Acts of the Apostles a common theme of unity within the early Church. They were of "one heart and mind" and lived their faith in Christ in both physical and spiritual ways.
April 18, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Released from prison, Peter and John rejoin the disciples in a moment of prayer and praise to God. They are filled with the Holy Spirit and boldly proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ.
April 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.
April 17, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord's greeting to the disciples, "Peace be with you" is directed to us as well. May we recognize the struggles in our hearts each day and draw near to Christ who calms our souls and fosters our joy. Peace be with you!
April 15, 2023 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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Recognized by the Sanhedrin to be uneducated, ordinary men, Peter and John demonstrate through their words and actions how God works through people. May we follow their example as we call upon the Lord to guide us in all that we say and do.\
April 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter boldly addresses the Sanhedrin and proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ. May his example in the face of opposition inspire us to call upon the Spirit every day for guidance and strength.
April 14, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following the healing of a crippled man, Peter speaks to the crowd and redirects their attention to Jesus and his redeeming work in salvation history. By shining the light on the Lord, we recognize that we are part of God's great love story, inspired each day to draw closer to Christ.
April 13, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Lacking silver or gold, Peter and John give a crippled man a priceless gift: physical healing through the name of Jesus Christ.
April 12, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter's response to the question, "What are we to do?" inspires us to embrace the daily call to conversion of heart as we repent of our sins and draw strength from the Holy Spirit.
April 11, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Peter's boldness and Mary Magdalen's commission reveal the transformation that takes place when people open their hearts to the saving grace of God.
April 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday.
April 10, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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There is an intensity in Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John as they run to discover what happened in the early morning hours of the resurrection. As events unfold they will rejoice with exultant faith that Jesus Christ is the Risen Lord!
April 9, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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As we hear the great proclamation of salvation history through the readings of this Easter Vigil, we wait upon the Lord with renewed hope and strength: Christ is alive!
April 8, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We stand before the Cross of Christ and acknowledge the darkness in our hearts. This is what inspired the love of God the Father to send his Son, to shine with heavenly light upon our world and free us from our sins.
April 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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We celebrate the gift of the Eucharist that gives us strength to serve the Lord and one another. May the Body of Christ renew our bodies and transform our lives each and every day.
April 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Judas goes to the Chief Priests and receives thirty pieces of silver to find an opportunity to hand Jesus over to them.
April 5, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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At the Last Supper, Jesus foretells the betrayal of Judas and the denial of Peter. It is a dark moment, revealing to us both the reason why Christ came, and his commitment to offering his life on the Cross.
April 4, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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