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Catholic InspirationLenten Bootcamp: 1st Night - Evaluating our Spiritual FitnessThis is a six part series where Fr. Andrew discusses how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 1st presentation he discusses how we evaluate our lives using external measures found in scripture, sacraments, fellowship, and our conscience. February 19, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2026-02-2035 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ calls us to follow himThe Lord continues the message of John the Baptist to repent, and then he begins to call the first disciples: Peter, Andrew, James and John. (Lectionary #305) January 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2026-01-1206 minCatholic InspirationAdvent Retreat #4 - Sharing the light with othersThis is the fourth presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew reflects on how we share the light of Christ in the unique context of our personal discipleship. 4th Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-12-0728 minCatholic InspirationAdvent Retreat #3 - Confronting the darkness in our livesThis is the third presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew addresses the darkness in our lives, inviting us to draw near to the Light of Christ and confront the evil we perceive. 3rd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-12-0732 minCatholic InspirationAdvent Retreat #2 - Tending the flame of faith in our heartsThis is the second presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew discusses the many spiritual tools that foster our faith, inviting us to discern what we need at this moment in time. 2nd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-12-0737 minCatholic InspirationAdvent Retreat #1 - Christ our LightThis is the first presentation of Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our hearts" held at St. William Catholic Church on December 5, 2025. Fr. Andrew introduces the retreat with John 1:1-18 and invites us to put Christ at the center of our lives. 1st Talk - December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-12-0730 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We empty ourselves and are filled with God's graceIn this final installment of the six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew relates Matthew 16:13-28 to Philippians 2:1-11, showing how we follow the example of Christ and "empty ourselves" as we make a life-giving offering to the Lord. April 10, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-1132 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ is the light of our livesJesus proclaims that he is the light of the world, shining in the darkness with a brilliance that guides our lives. (Lectionary #251) April 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0706 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We turn to Christ in the messiness of lifeAs the debate swirls around Jesus, we discern that in the messiness and distraction of life we find our strength when we focus on Christ. (Lectionary #249) April 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0506 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The Lord is close to the brokenheartedPsalm 34 speaks to our wounded and troubled hearts with the grace of God in our moments of need. (Lectionary #248) April 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0406 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We confront death and embrace the gift of lifeIn this fifth of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28, showing how we "lose our lives" out of love for Christ as we confront death and embrace God's gift of life. April 3, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0435 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The testimony that Jesus is GodJesus reveals that the Scriptures, the witness of John the Baptist, and his saving death and resurrection all point to the testimony that he is God. (Lectionary #247) April 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0306 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We honor Jesus as our Lord and GodJesus speaks to the Jews, revealing that he is God, the Son who has been given everything by the Heavenly Father, and before whom we will all stand one day for judgement. (Lectionary #246) April 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0208 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Do we want to be well?The question Jesus asks to the sick man at the pool of Bethesda reveals a deeper issue, for it includes not only the miracle of a moment but the transformation of our lives that brings lasting health in body, mind, heart, and soul. (Lectionary #245) April 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-04-0107 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of LentHere are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #36) March 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-3113 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: I will praise you Lord, for you have rescued meThe Psalm response reveals how God meets us in our darkest moments, as we trust in the Lord's saving grace to help us in our need. (Lectionary #244) March 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-3106 minCatholic Inspiration4th Sunday of Lent: We come to our senses to return to GodThe parable of the prodigal son reveals how we can "come to our senses" and return to the Father when honesty, humility, and action work within our hearts. (Lectionary #33) March 29, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-3011 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: O God, be merciful to me a sinnerThe tax collector in the parable described by Jesus reminds us to approach God in prayer that is direct, honest, and humble. (Lectionary #242) March 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2906 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Our sacrifices reveal the depth of love for God and neighborOur sacrifices reveal the depth of our love for God and neighbor, the two greatest commandments that Jesus teaches in the Gospel of Mark today. (Lectonary #241) March 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2807 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We are guided by prayer, sacraments, and serviceIn this fourth of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28 regarding how prayer, sacraments, and service shape our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. March 27, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2834 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: If today we hear God's voice, harden not our hearts!Psalm 95 joyfully invites us to turn to the Lord with open and receptive hearts. (Lectionary #240) March 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2706 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The Old and the New Commandments direct our livesJesus teaches that he fulfills the commandments of the Old Testament, calling us to recognize their power in our lives as we embrace the teaching of both the Old and New. (Lectionary #239) March 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2606 minCatholic InspirationThe Annunciation of the Lord invites us to respond with fervent faithPsalm 40 echoes Mary's response to the angel Gabriel, encouraging us to reaffirm our faith each day with zeal and enthusiasm. (Lectionary #545) March 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2507 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of LentLet's explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #33) March 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2415 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The struggle to share faith with our familyThe rejection of Jesus in the city of Nazareth reminds us that sometimes the people we struggle with the most in sharing our faith are those who know us best. (Lectionary #327) March 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2407 minCatholic Inspiration3rd Sunday of Lent: We're standing on holy groundStanding on holy ground before the burning bush, Moses encounters God and is sent by the Lord for a chosen task. (Lectionary #30) March 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2309 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The kindness and mercy of God inspires our faithPsalm 103 reminds us that "the Lord is kind and merciful" and inspires us to seek out Christ with eager and fervent faith for the grace we need each day. (Lectionary #235) March 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2205 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We open our hearts and offer our lives to ChristJesus offers a parable to the Pharisees that challenges us to make a fruitful offering of our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #234) March 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2107 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We face Satan's obstacles with God's graceIn this third of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28 regarding how Satan sets obstacles in the form of deception, temptation, and fear to prevent us from carrying our crosses in life. March 20, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2140 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We have everything we need to live our faithJesus offers a parable to the Pharisees about a rich man and Lazarus, inviting us to use the tools and resources of our faith that help us journey from this life to the next. (Lectionary #233) March 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-2008 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: St. Joseph inspires us to put our faith into actionSt. Joseph, who does not say a single word in the Gospels, demonstrates his faith in God by the way he lives and acts. (Lectionary #543) March 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1907 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We give witness to Christ by our humble serviceJesus teaches that the path to greatness in his kingdom is through humble service to one another. (Lectionary #231) March 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1808 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of LentLet's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #30) March 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1714 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What's the measure of our lives?The Lord exhorts his disciples to action, mindful that the measure we measure out to others will be measured out to us. (Lectionary #230) March 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1706 minCatholic Inspiration2nd Sunday of Lent: We see and listen to ChristIn the Transfiguration of the Lord, we see Christ in his glory and acknowledge the Father's exhortation to listen to his beloved Son. (Lectionary #27) March 15, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1606 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We pray for the grace to love our enemiesFollowing the example of our heavenly Father, Jesus teaches and commands us to love our enemies. (Lectionary #229) March 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1506 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Out of the depths, we cry to the LordPsalm 130 aptly describes the spiritual journey from a realistic and practical perspective. Our task? To put it into practice! (Lectionary #228) March 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1405 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We claim Jesus is Lord, the Son of GodIn this second of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28 regarding how our confession that Jesus is Lord and God fosters our faith, hope, and love. March 13, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1431 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Ask, seek, and knock!Jesus invites his disciples to call upon the Lord with fervent prayers - asking, seeking, and knocking for what they need. (Lectionary #227) March 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1306 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What do we need to repent of today?Jesus references the "sign of Jonah" as a crucial call to repent of our sins, inspiring us to take an honest and humble look into our hearts. (Lectionary #226) March 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1206 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Who do we need to forgive today?Jesus teaches his disciples the Lord's Prayer, exhorting them to forgive one another so that the Heavenly Father will forgive them. (Lectionary #225) March 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1107 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: When we serve the poor, we serve ChristJesus teaches that whenever we do a corporal work of mercy for others, we do it for Christ. (Lectionary #224) March 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1007 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of LentHere are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #27) March 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-1012 minCatholic Inspiration1st Sunday of Lent: Protecting our kids from the temptation of pornographyThe Diocese of Superior has declared that the 1st Sunday of Lent is "Safe Haven Sunday." As we observe how Jesus overcame the temptations of the devil, we call upon our faith to discern how we keep our kids safe from the widespread threat of pornography. (Lectionary #24) March 8, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0910 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ calls us to follow himThe call of Levi reveals how the Lord invites all of us, without fancy language or fanfare, to follow and offer our lives to him. (Lectionary #222) March 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0806 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: God welcomes our humble and contrite heartsPsalm 51 powerfully presents an invitation for us to repent of our sins and humble our hearts, encouraging us to return to the Lord. (Lectionary #221) March 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0706 minCatholic InspirationCarry Your Cross: We begin with the Cross of ChristIn this first of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew explores Matthew 16:13-28 and discusses what the Cross of Christ teaches us today. March 6, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0727 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We choose life in the LordMoses sets before the people life and death, blessing and curse...urging them to choose life! (Lectionary #220) March 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0606 minCatholic InspirationAsh Wednesday: The gifts of alms, prayer, and fastingAs we embark on this holy season of Lent, we consider how we will apply in our lives today the Lord's insights about the classical spiritual practices of almsgiving, prayer, and fasting. (Lectionary #219) March 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0508 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Jesus is the Lord and center of our livesWhen Peter says to Jesus, "We have given up everything and followed you," we are invited to examine our hearts and discern if we have also put the Lord at the center of our lives. (Lectionary #348) March 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0405 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We detach from possessions to draw near to the LordThe Lord reveals the powerful way that possessions can dominate our lives, inviting us to detach from "stuff" so we can draw near to Christ. (Lectionary #347) March 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0308 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 1st Sunday of LentLet's examine some of the main themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 1st Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #24) March 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0311 minCatholic Inspiration8th Sunday of the Year: We know the tree by its fruitThe Lord offers a rich spiritual insight to help us discern human hearts by the fruitfulness of our lives. (Lectionary #84) March 1, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0207 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We bless our children with faith and lifeJesus commands that the children come to him for a blessing, inspiring us to engage our kids with time, attention, and good example. (Lectionary #346) March 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-03-0107 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The precious gift of friendshipThe Book of Sirach offers practical spiritual advice regarding the precious gift of friendship. (Lectionary #345) February 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2807 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass, We root out the destructive power of sinJesus teaches about the destructive consequences of sin, inviting us to turn away from it corrosive power. Lectionary 344 February 27, 2025. Cathedral Rectory. Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2706 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We are either for or against the LordChrist corrects the apostle John, reminding him that no one can do a mighty deed in the Lord's name and at the same time speak ill of him. In the end, we are either for or against Jesus. (Lectionary #343) February 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2607 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We commit our lives to the Lord for the help we needPsalm 37 offers us a prayerful reflection to place the Lord at the center of our lives as we face the challenges of life. (Lectionary #342) February 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2505 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: In prayer we call upon the Lord for added strengthAfter casting out a demon that the disciples were unable to remove, the Lord teaches them that there are times when we need to pray with added fervor in the face of evil. (Lectionary #341) February 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2407 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 8th Sunday of the YearLet's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 8th Week of the Year. (Lectionary #84) February 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2411 minCatholic Inspiration7th Sunday of the Year: Christ commands us to love our enemiesDavid's mercy in the First Book of Samuel underscores the teaching of Jesus in Luke's Gospel and presents us a challenging commandment from Christ: love our enemies. (Lectionary, Year C - #81) February 22, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2309 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We follow the example of Christ, the chief ShepherdThe First Letter of St. Peter exhorts us to tend to the people in our midst as we follow the example of Christ, the chief Shepherd of our souls. (Lectionary #535) February 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2206 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: God calls us out of confusion and sinIn this account of the tower of Babel, God observes and then disperses the united sin and pride of humanity, setting up the contrast of the saving work that will eventually take place through call of Abraham. (Lectionary #339) February 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2107 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We affirm the gift of lifeGod's covenant with Noah affirms the precious gift of life and invites us to protect and cherish this gift as we offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #338) February 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-2007 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: With God's grace, we begin againAs the flood waters recede, the earth flourishes and we have hope to renew our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #337) February 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1906 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What needs to be washed clean in our lives?Noah and the ark remind us that there are times when we need to be washed clean of the sins that lurk in our souls. Thank God for the grace we have in Jesus! (Lectionary #336) February 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1806 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What will we offer to the Lord?The tragedy of Cain and Abel reveals the capacity for sin in the human heart and challenges us to consider what and how we will offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #335) February 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1707 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 7th Sunday of the YearLet's take a look at the themes in the Mass readings for the 7th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #81) February 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1714 minCatholic Inspiration6th Sunday of the Year: Blessed are those who hope in the LordThe Psalm response sheds light on the words of both the prophet Jeremiah and Jesus, instructing us to place our hope in God as we face the challenges of life. (Lectionary, Year C - #78) February 15, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1607 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The natural consequences of sinThe consequences of the original sin of Adam and Eve lead to division and pain, reminding us to honestly acknowledge our own shortcomings by turning to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #334) February 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1507 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The temptation of Adam and EveThe temptation of Adam and Eve introduces sin into our world and reminds us to call upon the Lord Jesus as we confront the lure of evil in our lives. (Lectionary #333) February 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1407 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The precious gift of marriage and familyGenesis recounts the creation of woman as the suitable partner for the man, forging the foundation of marriage and family as great blessings in human life. (Lectionary #332) February 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1306 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What's growing in our hearts?Christ teaches that it is what comes out of our hearts that can defile, reminding us to honestly assess the spiritual battle within and acknowledge our sins before the Lord. (Lectionary #331) February 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1205 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth!Psalm 8 offers us a glorious reflection on the grandeur of the natural world, inspiring us to give thanks to the Creator as we humbly acknowledge our place in creation. (Lectionary #330) February 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1106 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We draw near to Jesus for healingThe crowds gather around Jesus bringing those who are sick, inspiring us to draw near to the Lord as well for healing in body, mind, heart, and soul. (Lectionary #329) February 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1006 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of the YearLet's explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #78) February 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-1011 minCatholic Inspiration5th Sunday of the Year: Here I am, Lord! Send me!The call and response of this life - be it a veteran, a family member, or a friend - is also present in our spiritual lives. May we eagerly respond to the Lord's call, as we face our fears and cry out, "Here I am, Lord! Send me!" (Lectionary - Year C, #75) February 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0909 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The love of Christ fills our heartsThe compassion of Jesus toward the Apostles and then to the crowd invites us to call upon the Lord's love as we share our lives with one another. (Lectionary #328) February 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0806 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The Lord is our light and our salvationThe Lord's light empowers our sight and helps us respond to the needs we see in our lives, including the examples offered in today's reading from the Letter to the Hebrews. (Lectionary #327) February 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0706 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ sends us with his supportJesus empowers and sends out the Twelve in pairs to carry out his mission, challenging them to rely on God's providence as they support one another with his grace. (Lectionary #326) February 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0606 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We discipline our wills as we face the trials of lifeWe endure the trials of life with the discipline of the Lord, who tests us so that we might grow in grace and reach our full stature as sons and daughters of God. (Lectionary #325) February 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0505 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We run the race with our eyes fixed on JesusLike an athlete that competes before a great cloud of witnesses, the Letter to the Hebrews exhorts us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus as we persevere in running our race. (Lectionary #324) February 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0405 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ sends us home to our familyAfter driving out demons in a possessed man, Jesus sends him back home to his family to proclaim what God has done in his life. (Lectionary #323) February 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0307 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of the YearHere are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #75) February 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0314 minCatholic InspirationThe Presentation of the LordAs Jesus is presented in the temple, Simeon and Anna are able to see with the eyes of faith that this little baby is the messiah and savior of the world. (Lectionary #524) February 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0207 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We foster our faith in ChristIn Mark's Gospel Jesus challenges the disciples to grow in faith, and the Letter to the Hebrews offers a powerful example in the person of Abraham. (Lectionary #322) February 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-02-0106 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: In the midst of suffering, we call upon ChristThe Letter to the Hebrews minces no words when it comes to the reality of suffering, instructing us to face the trials of life with perseverance and faith. (Lectionary #321) January 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-3106 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: What is the measure that we use?Jesus offers a profound spiritual insight about the consequences of our lives as the measure we apply to others will be used on us. (Lectionary #320) January 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-3007 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We cultivate the word of faith in our heartsJesus offers the parable of the sower, reminding us how easy it is for the faith to be stolen from our hearts unless we consistently cultivate it. (Lectionary #319) January 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2909 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Here am I Lord; I come to do your will!The psalm response enthusiastically directs our hearts to seek the Lord and act on God's commands as the driving force of our lives. (Lectionary #318) January 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2805 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The sacrifice of Christ brings meaning to the offering of our livesThe Letter to the Hebrews reveals how the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ takes away sin, inviting us to call upon the Lord's grace as we offer our sacrifices in his name. (Lectionary #317) January 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2706 minCatholic InspirationStudy, Pray, Serve: The Presentation of the LordLet's review the themes in the Mass readings for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. (Lectionary #524) January 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2711 minCatholic Inspiration3rd Sunday of the Year: We are one body, one body in ChristPaul's First Letter to the Corinthians teaches us that we are part of one body in Christ, and we all have a unique part to play as we offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #69) January 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2608 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: The Conversion of St. PaulThe Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul offers us tremendous hope that God can touch even the hardest heart and bring about a life-giving transformation. (Lectionary #519) January 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2509 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ calls each of us by nameJesus calls the Twelve Apostles by name, empowering them with his authority and sending them forth to proclaim Good News. (Lectionary #315) January 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2406 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Jesus Christ is our high priestThe Letter to the Hebrews outlines the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ that saves us through the Lord's role as eternal high priest. (Lectionary #314) January 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2307 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Our lives are guided by our love for the LordThe Lord's response to the Pharisees directs us to keep our love for God and one another at the heart of everything that we say and do. (Lectionary #313) January 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2206 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Jesus Christ is Lord of our livesIn his response to the Pharisees, Jesus states that he is Lord of the sabbath, and in doing so invites us to claim him as Lord of our lives. (Lectionary #312) January 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2106 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: Christ suffered for us to unite us to himJesus Christ, our high priest, suffered for us and is the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him. (Lectionary #311) January 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
2025-01-2006 minCatholic InspirationDaily Mass: We share our faith in Christ with one anotherBoth John the Baptist and Andrew reveal who Jesus is as they lead others to encounter the Lord. (Lectionary #207) January 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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