4th Sunday of Lent: We call upon the Lord to see clearly in our lives. Catholic Inspiration

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Both physical and spiritual sight are revealed in the Mass readings as Jesus heals a man born blind and Samuel is directed by God to look past outward appearances and gaze into the heart.

Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Lent (#31)

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“Carry Your Cross” Parish Mission: 2nd Night – Our Response to Satan’s Obstacles

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This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026.  Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 2nd night the obstacles of deception, temptation, and fear, and then shows how we can respond through daily prayer, sacraments, and service.

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Daily Mass: O God, be merciful to me a sinner. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus offers a parable, revealing how those who exalt themselves will be humbled, but those who humble themselves will be exalted.

Mass Readings – Saturday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#242)

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“Carry Your Cross” Parish Mission: 1st Night – We confess that Jesus is Lord

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This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026.  Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this first night the significance of the Cross of Christ and shows how we draw near to the Lord Jesus through the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love.

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Daily Mass: The command to love. Catholic Inspiration

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When asked by a scribe what is the greatest commandment, Jesus quotes Deuteronomy and Leviticus regarding the love of God and neighbor.

Mass Readings – Friday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#241)

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Lenten Bootcamp: 4th Night – What we learn from our time, money, and the people in our lives

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This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 4th presentation, Fr. Andrew discusses the spiritual insights that we discover when we examine the impact of time, money, and people in our daily lives.

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Daily Mass: The Lord drives out demons. Catholic Inspiration

After driving out a demon, Jesus addresses the crowd and reveals the coming of the Kingdom of God.

Mass Readings – Thursday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#240)

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Daily Mass: Christ fulfills salvation history. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus tells his disciples that he has come to fulfill the law and the prophets, inviting us to take the Scriptures to heart and put them into practice.

Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#239)

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Daily Mass: The crucial need for forgiveness. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus offers a parable about the crucial, non-negotiable need for forgiveness.

Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#238)

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Daily Mass: God works in our lives in ways that we do not expect. Catholic Inspiration

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Jesus offers examples from Elijah and Elisha to remind us that God works powerfully in our lives in ways that we might not always expect.

Mass Readings – Monday of the 3rd Week of Lent (#237)

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St. Frances of Rome, pray for us!