Our reception of the Body and Blood of Christ instituted at the Last Supper sustains us for service in the world for the glory of God.
Mass Readings – Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper (#39)
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Holy Thursday, the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Daily Mass: Judas plots his betrayal. Catholic Inspiration
Judas plots his betrayal of Jesus, and the Lord acknowledges it right before the institution of the Eucharist.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of Holy Week (#259)
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Daily Mass: The darkness within Judas and Peter is revealed. Catholic Inspiration
At the Last Supper, the darkness within Judas and Peter is revealed, showing us how our unique temptations can weaken our hearts.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of Holy Week (#258)
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Daily Mass: Jesus is at the center of a diverse crowd of people. Catholic Inspiration
At the home of Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, Jesus is surrounding by a wide variety of people as the heart of Judas is revealed.
Mass Readings – Monday of Holy Week (#257)
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Study, Pray, Serve: Easter Sunday
Let’s examine some of the main themes in the readings for Easter Day.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 10:34a,37-43
- Peter proclaims the life, death and resurrection of Jesus to the crowd.
- The disciples are witnesses of Christ and testify on his behalf for the forgiveness of sins.
Psalm 118: 1-2,16-17,22-23
- “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad.”
- We give thanks for the might and glory of God who is merciful to us.
2nd Reading – Colossians 3:1-4
- You have died with Christ, and your life is hidden with God.
- When Christ your life appears, you will appear with him in glory.
2nd Reading – 1st Corinthians 5:6b-8
- We clear out the old yeast of malice and wickedness.
- We make a new batch of dough with the new yeast of sincerity and truth.
Gospel – John 20:1-9
- Mary Magdalen finds the tomb empty and runs to tell Peter and the other disciple.
- Peter and the other disciple run back to the tomb.
- They had not yet understood that Jesus had to rise from the dead.
Mass Readings – Easter Sunday (#42)
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Parish Retreat Day: Lord teach us to pray
This one day retreat was held at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lake Nebagamon, WI on Saturday, March 28th. It offered opportunities for people to learn more about vocal prayer, meditation, and contemplation. Below are the four talks that Fr. Andrew offered before the participants carried out their prayer exercises (not recorded).
1st Talk – General Introduction to Prayer from the Catechism of the Catholic Church
2nd Talk – Vocal Prayer and a review of the Lord’s Prayer
3rd Talk – Meditation, sometimes known as Mental Prayer
4th Talk – Contemplation, being still and resting in God’s love
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Palm Sunday: The Passion reveals Christ’s humble, loving sacrifice. Catholic Inspiration
The Letter to the Philippians provides rich insight into the humble, loving sacrifice of the Lord’s Passion.
Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#37/38)
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Daily Mass: The stage is set for Holy Week. Catholic Inspiration
Following the raising of Lazarus, the political intrigue around Jesus grows as Caiaphas speaks prophetically that it is better that one man should die for all the people.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Lent (#256)
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Daily Mass: In my distress I called upon the Lord, and he heard my voice. Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 18 captures the depth of human suffering as we call upon the Lord in our darkest moments of need.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Lent (#255)
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Lenten Bootcamp: 6th Night – A regular review of our spiritual lives
This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 6th presentation, Fr. Andrew shares practical insights regarding when and how we review our spiritual lives, never giving up in the face of adversity and interruption.
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks- Holy Thursday, the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper
- Daily Mass: Judas plots his betrayal
- Daily Mass: The darkness within Judas and Peter is revealed
- Study, Pray, Serve: Easter Day
- Daily Mass: Jesus is at the center of a diverse crowd of people
- Lord teach us to pray: 4th Talk - Contemplation
- Lord teach us to pray: 3rd Talk - Meditation
- Lord teach us to pray: 2nd Talk - Vocal Prayer
- Lord teach us to pray: 1st Talk - General Introduction
- Palm Sunday: The Passion reveals Christ's humble, loving sacrifice
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