Catholic Inspiration
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S25 Ep 503Daily Mass: God dwells and works in our lives
Jesus teaches about his relationship with the Father and reveals how he works in and through our lives. (Lectionary #561) May 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 502Daily Mass: The closer to Christ, the stronger our souls
Gamaliel points out to the Sanhedrin that if something is of human origin it will destroy itself, while if it is of God it will be unstoppable. (Lectionary #271) May 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 501Daily Mass: We must obey God rather than men
As the Apostles stand their ground before the Sanhedrin, their faith is sustained in the midst of trial by the power of Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #270) May 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 430Daily Mass: For God so loved the world, he gave his only Son
John 3:16 is one of the most well known texts in the Bible, and these words continue to inspire our faith in Jesus Christ today. (Lectionary #269) April 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 429Daily Mass: When we are close to God, we unite with each other
United in their faith in Jesus Christ, the early Christian community was of one heart and mind. (Lectionary #268) April 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 428Daily Mass: We offer praise and prayer for God's grace in our lives
Returning to the other disciples with praise and prayer, Peter and John recount the Sanhedrin's response to a healing miracle done in the name of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #267) April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 444Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Easter
Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #48) April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 4272nd Sunday of Easter: God gives us what we need to do what we must do
Appearing to the disciples after his resurrection, Christ gives them peace, the Holy Spirit, and the task to continue his work to go out into the world and proclaim the Good News. (Lectionary #45) April 26, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 426Daily Mass: Our faith in Christ gives us courage and conviction
Having received the Good News that Jesus Christ is risen, we have courage and conviction to witness our faith with boldness. (Lectionary #266) April 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 425Daily Mass: What needs to change in our lives?
St. Peter's bold speech before the Sanhedrin reveals how he has grown in faith through his encounter with the Risen Christ and the fullness of the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #265) April 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 424Daily Mass: We learn our faith to live our faith as witnesses for the Lord
Both Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of Luke follow a pattern where an amazing event leads to an opportunity to show how God has worked in our past so that we can live in the present as faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #264) April 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 423Daily Mass: What do we ask for in prayer?
In the Acts of the Apostles a crippled man begging for alms gets far more than he asks for from Peter and John as he is healed in the name of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #263) April 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 422Daily Mass: Easter joy directs us to holy action
Both Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of John reveal how the Risen Lord directs us to holy action that transforms our lives and reaches out to others. (Lectionary #262) April 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 421Daily Mass: We are witnesses to the resurrection
Filled with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, Peter's speech reveals our faith and witness to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #261) April 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 443Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of Easter
Let's explore some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #45) April 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 420Easter Day, the Resurrection of the Lord
In the light of the Risen Lord we rejoice in the new hope we have in our restored relationships with God and one another. (Lectionary #42) April 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 419Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil
In the darkness of this holy night we wait in vigil with the whole Church as the Risen Lord Jesus triumphs over sin and death. (Lectionary #41) April 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 418Good Friday
For all the pain and agony, the darkness and despair, we dare to call this day "Good" because Jesus Christ took our place and died on the Cross for our sins. (Lectionary #40) April 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 417Holy Thursday
We are nourished with the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus, instituted at the Last Supper, so that we may humbly serve one another in the name of Christ. (Lectionary #39) April 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 416Daily Mass: We confess our sins before the Lord
As Judas betrays Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, we reflect on those times when we have sinned and ask the Lord for pardon and forgiveness. (Lectionary #259) April 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The light of Christ banishes the darkness of our sins
Jesus recognizes how sin has enslaved Judas in the darkness, reminding us that God knows our sins and desires to cast them out by light of grace. (Lectionary #258) April 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 414Daily Mass: We acknowledge our weaknesses to guard against temptation
The Gospel of John reveals how Judas was a thief who stole from the money bag, and his particular temptation reminds us to acknowledge our own "weak spots" so that we can guard against falling into sin. (Lectionary #257) April 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 442Study, Pray, Serve: Easter Day
Let's review some of the main themes in the Mass readings for Easter Day. (Lectionary #42) April 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 413Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion
The Passion of the Lord is proclaimed within the shadow of the Cross, where we discover how love, sacrifice, and humility shape our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #37/38) April 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 412Daily Mass: The Sanhedrin plots to kill Jesus
Following the miracle of Lazarus, the crowds follow Jesus and the Sanhedrin plots to kill him. (Lectionary #256) April 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 411Daily Mass: In our distress, we call upon the Lord
Psalm 18 affirms both the real struggle of life and the supreme strength of God, empowering us to engage our challenges with the Lord's help. (Lectionary #255) April 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 452Carry Your Cross: We empty ourselves and are filled with God's grace
In 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
S25 Ep 410Daily Mass: God's covenant inspires our faith
God's covenant with the people throughout salvation history finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, inviting us to uncover the treasure of our history to live our present reality with vibrant faith. (Lectionary #254) April 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 409Daily Mass: Christ is the truth that sets us free
As Jesus continues speaking to the crowds, he teaches how his word is a truth that offers freedom from sin. (Lectionary #253) April 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 408Daily Mass: Jesus is the great I AM
Speaking to the Jewish crowds, Jesus proclaims that he is I AM, God present before time itself who will be recognized in the great saving work that takes place on the Cross. (Lectionary #252) April 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 407Daily Mass: Christ is the light of our lives
Jesus 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
S25 Ep 441Study, Pray, Serve: Palm Sunday
Let's examine some of the themes in the Mass readings for Palm Sunday. (Lectionary #38) April 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 4065th Sunday of Lent: We turn to the Lord for mercy from our sins
As the crowd confronts Jesus with a woman caught in adultery, we discover a mercy from the Lord that cleanses our sins. (Lectionary #36) April 5, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 405Daily Mass: We turn to Christ in the messiness of life
As 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
S25 Ep 404Daily Mass: The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
Psalm 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
S25 Ep 451Carry Your Cross: We confront death and embrace the gift of life
In 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
S25 Ep 403Daily Mass: The testimony that Jesus is God
Jesus 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
S25 Ep 402Daily Mass: We honor Jesus as our Lord and God
Jesus 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
S25 Ep 401Daily 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
S25 Ep 331Daily Mass: I will praise you Lord, for you have rescued me
The 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
S25 Ep 345Study, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of Lent
Here 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
S25 Ep 3304th Sunday of Lent: We come to our senses to return to God
The 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
S25 Ep 329Daily Mass: O God, be merciful to me a sinner
The 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
S25 Ep 328Daily Mass: Our sacrifices reveal the depth of love for God and neighbor
Our 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
S25 Ep 354Carry Your Cross: We are guided by prayer, sacraments, and service
In 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
S25 Ep 327Daily 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
S25 Ep 326Daily Mass: The Old and the New Commandments direct our lives
Jesus 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
S25 Ep 325The Annunciation of the Lord invites us to respond with fervent faith
Psalm 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
S25 Ep 324Daily Mass: The struggle to share faith with our family
The 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
S25 Ep 344Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Lent
Let'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