Jesus offers a parable to his disciples, revealing God's generous invitation to seek the Kingdom of Heaven throughout the course of our lives. (Lectionary #421)
August 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Like good stewards, we use the resources entrusted to us by God with all the wisdom we possess. (Lectionary #420)
August 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Following Jesus requires that we detach from our possessions and like a good steward use wisely the resources we have been given until God wants them back.
Mass Readings - Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419)
August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's review some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #123)
August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord sets the earth on fire, causing division that separates the impurities both within our hearts and throughout our relationships. (Lectionary #120)
August 16, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus encourages us to bring our children to him, removing any and all obstacles that prevent our kids from an encounter with Christ. (Lectionary #418)
August 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Mary's proclamation of praise inspires us to rejoice in the saving power of God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #622)
August 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Forgiveness is a way of life that shapes how we engage our faith to help us reconcile with one another. (Lectionary #416)
August 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers his disciples a practical path to engage conflict and reconcile with one another. (Lectionary #415)
August 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus encourages his disciples to be humble and open like little children, receptive to the love that God offers us all. (Lectionary #414)
August 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus speaks of his coming Passion on the Cross, and his disciples are overwhelmed with grief. (Lectionary #413)
August 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #120)
August 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord offers a parable that reveals the sober truth that we are stewards of the gift of our lives, challenging us to engage honesty, gratitude, and the Fruits of the Spirit to direct the unique blessings we have received from God. (Lectionary #117)
August 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus exhorts the disciples to nurture their faith, pointing out that with faith the size of a mustard seed they can move mountains. (Lectionary #412)
August 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Speaking with pointed language, the Lord directs us to take up our crosses and follow him. (Lectionary #411)
August 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The suffering and triumph of Christ strengthens the Church, built on the rock that is St. Peter, to face the challenges of hell itself as we travel through life. (Lectionary #410)
August 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Transfiguration of the Lord invites us to take to heart the Father's command, "This is my chosen Son; listen to him!" (Lectionary #614)
August 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Walking on water, Peter drowns in his own fear until he calls upon the Lord Jesus to save him. (Lectionary #408)
August 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Moved with pity, Jesus ministers to the crowds even as his own heart is filled with sorrow at the death of John the Baptist. (Lectionary #407)
August 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we discern in Mass readings for the 19th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #117)
August 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable, reminding us to keep our eyes fixed on heaven and ready to let go of earthly things in a moment's notice. (Lectionary #114)
August 2, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The death of John the Baptist reveals the cruelty, evil, and wickedness present in the world, reminding us to call upon the Lord to both stand up against it and cast it out of our hearts. (Lectionary #406)
August 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus is rejected by the people of his home town of Nazareth because their personal bias fosters a lack of faith. (Lectionary #405)
August 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord reminds us that our actions here on earth have eternal consequences that will determine our presence in the Kingdom of heaven. (Lectionary #404)
July 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers two examples that reveal how the Kingdom of heaven is more precious than anything else here on earth. (Lectonary #403)
July 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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