Observing the needs of the crowd, the heart of Jesus is filled with pity as he ministers to them and empowers the Twelve to do the same. (Lectionary #180)
December 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Two blind men call Jesus by a messianic title, and Christ restores their sight with a healing miracle. (Lectionary #179)
December 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus invites us to both listen and act to his words, reminding us that when we are close to him we have the strength to face the storms of life. (Lectionary #178)
December 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus heals the crowds that come to him, and then he feeds them after blessing a few loaves and some fish. (Lectionary #177)
December 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Rejoicing in the Holy Spirit, Jesus praises the Father and reminds us that we are blessed in what we have seen and heard of God's revelation in the world. (Lectionary #176)
December 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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A Roman centurion reveals a profound faith in Jesus that echoes in our response at every Mass to this very day. (Lectionary #175)
December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Let's take a look at some of the themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #4)
December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Advent offers us a profound opportunity to change our spiritual perspective when we open our hearts to silence and personal reflection. (Lectionary #1)
November 29, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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Jesus urges his disciples to avoid certain temptations and pray for the strength to remain vigilant in tough times. (Lectionary #508)
November 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Using an example from nature, Jesus exhorts his disciples to see clearly the signs of the times and respond with faithfulness to God. (Lectionary #507)
November 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this Thanksgiving Day we pause to count our blessings and direct our gratitude toward God, others, and the simple joys that enrich our daily lives. (Lectionary #943-947)
November 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Lord makes it clear that there will be tough times in our spiritual lives, reminding us to lean into our faith when the going gets rough. (Lectionary #505)
November 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Book of Daniel and the Gospel of Luke both reveal the changing aspects of life, inviting us to turn to the Lord for strength and guidance. (Lectionary #504)
November 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Seeing the example of a poor widow, Jesus teaches that it is not the amount we give but the amount of the sacrifice we make that matters in the sight of heaven. (Lectionary #503)
November 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #1)
November 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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May the response of Christ our King to the good thief be applied to us as well, "Today you will be with me in paradise!" (Lectionary #162)
November 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus responds to the Sadducees about the resurrection, offering insight into marriage and citing Moses before God in the burning bush. (Lectionary #502)
November 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus drives out the sellers in the market area, citing the prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah. (Lectionary #501)
November 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus arrives in the city of Jerusalem, and he weeps over its impending destruction. (Lectionary #500)
November 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a sobering parable, reminding us that our life is a precious gift from God that must not be wasted. (Lectionary #499)
November 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Zacchaeus risks his ego and climbs a tree to see Jesus, revealing his change of heart and desire for God. (Lectionary #498)
November 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus asks a blind man what he wants, and the Lord immediately heals his sight when the blind man responds that he wants to see. (Lectionary #497)
November 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Christ the King. (Lectionary #162)
November 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers his disciples sound spiritual guidance in the face of fears about the end of the world. (Lectionary #159)
November 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers a parable to underscore the crucial need to pray with regularity and conviction. (Lectionary #496)
November 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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