Catholic Inspiration
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S25 Ep 630Daily Mass: We follow Christ with all our heart
Amidst the distractions and blessings of life, we put Jesus Christ first and foremost in our hearts. (Lectionary #377) June 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 645Study, Pray, Serve: 14th Sunday of the Year
Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 14th Week of the Year. (Lectionary #102) June 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 629St. Peter and St. Paul
St. Peter and St. Paul reveal how God's grace can work in our weak and wounded hearts to do extraordinary things, reminding us that it is not how we start but how we finish that matters most. (Lectionary #591) June 29, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 628Daily Mass: A centurion offers an awesome example of faith in Christ
The exchange between Jesus and the Roman centurion reveals a depth of faith that inspires us to place our love for Christ above all things. (Lectionary #376) June 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 627Daily Mass: We respond to God's fierce love for us
On this Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we respond to the fierce love of God as revealed by the image of a shepherd who defends, protects, nourishes, and guides the flock entrusted to his care. (Lectionary #172) June 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 626Daily Mass: Conforming our hearts to Christ
Jesus teaches his disciples that to be known by him we must hear his words and then act on them, allowing our relationship with Christ to transform our hearts. (Lectionary #374) June 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 625Daily Mass: We know the tree by its fruit
Jesus offers a powerful spiritual insight to help us see into the heart by the fruitfulness of daily life. (Lectionary #373) June 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 624Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist
The birth of John the Baptist begins his extraordinary ministry where he prepares the people for the coming of our savior, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #586) June 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 623Daily Mass: The measure we apply to others will be applied to us
The Lord directs us to stop judging, being mindful that the we will be measured by the measure we apply to others. (Lectionary #371) June 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 644Study, Pray, Serve: The Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul
Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. (Lectionary #591) June 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 622The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians underscores the teaching of the Eucharist, emphasizing that Christ both defines what it is and then commands the disciples to do it in his memory. (Lectionary #169) June 21, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 621Daily Mass: We seek first the Kingdom of God
Rather than spend our time on useless worry, Jesus directs his disciples to "seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness." (Lectionary #370) June 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 620Daily Mass: What's your treasure?
"Where your treasure is, there also will your heart be." (Lectionary #369) June 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 619Daily Mass: The Lord's Prayer requires us to forgive one another
Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer to his disciples, underscoring the crucial role of forgiveness in the Christian life. (Lectionary #368) June 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 618Daily Mass: God loves a cheerful giver
St. Paul reminds the people of Corinth that God's abundant grace is manifest when we cheerfully share our blessings with one another. (Lectionary #367)
S25 Ep 617Daily Mass: Love your enemies
Here it is. One of the toughest, most challenging teachings that Jesus offers: Love your enemies. (Lectionary #366) June 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 616Daily Mass: Jesus teaches a new response to injustice
Jesus sets a new standard for his disciples regarding how they are to respond to injustice. (Lectionary #365) June 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 643Study, Pray, Serve: The Body and Blood of Christ
Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. (Lectionary #169) June 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 615The Most Holy Trinity: God fills us with peace, love, and truth
Paul's Letter to the Romans and the Gospel of John reveal how the Holy Trinity restores peace, love, and truth to our lives. (Lectionary #166) June 14, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 614Daily Mass: Let our "Yes" mean "Yes," and our "No" mean "No."
Jesus teaches us to use direct language that avoids making rash vows and focuses instead on truth, sincerity, and conviction. (Lectionary #364) June 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 613Daily Mass: We hold the treasure of faith in earthen vessels
Just as a simple clay pot can hold a precious treasure, our fragile and wounded lives carry the extraordinary gift of God's triumphant grace. (Lectionary #363) June 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 612Daily Mass: Go and be reconciled to one another
The Lord commands us to make reconciliation a priority in our spiritual lives. (Lectionary #362) June 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 611Daily Mass: The example of St. Barnabas
The life of St. Barnabas inspires us to be both disciples and apostles for the Lord Jesus, giving witness to Christ by what we say and do. (Lectionary #580/361) June 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 610Daily Mass: We are God's salt and light for the world
Christ reminds us that we are his salt and light, enhancing and illuminating the world by the gift of our lives. (Lectionary #360) June 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 609Daily Mass: Mary, Mother of the Church
Jesus entrusts Mary to the beloved disciple, saying, "Behold your mother." (Lectionary #572A) June 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 642Study, Pray, Serve: The Most Holy Trinity
Let's explore some of the themes that we discover in the Mass Readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. (Lectionary #166) June 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 608Pentecost: The Holy Spirit enflames our faith to become Apostles
The gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost empowers the faith of the disciples to go forth as apostles, joyfully proclaiming the Good News and bringing others closer to Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #62, #63) June 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 607Daily Mass: Paul is under house arrest in Rome
Even though his liberty is limited under house arrest, Paul continues to proclaim the Good News of Jesus to the best of his ability. (Lectionary #302) June 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 606Daily Mass: Agrippa speaks about Paul to King Agrippa and Bernice
Even though Paul is not present, Festus speaks to King Agrippa and Bernice about his words and actions for Jesus. (Lectionary #301) June 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 605Daily Mass: Paul stands before the Sanhedrin
Standing before the Sanhedrin in Jerusalem, Paul trusts in God and bears witness to Christ as he is sent to Rome. (Lectionary #300) June 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 604Daily Mass: Paul pours out his heart, and the people respond
Paul makes his farewell to the Church at Ephesus, and the people respond with heartfelt emotion and concern. (Lectionary #299) June 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 603Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit warns Paul about hardships to come
Warned by the Holy Spirit, Paul speaks to the people and prepares them for his departure. (Lectionary #298) June 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 602Daily Mass: We open our hearts to the Holy Spirit
While on a journey in Ephesus, Paul encounters a group of men that is transformed when they are baptized and receive the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #297) June 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 641Study, Pray, Serve: Pentecost
There are MANY choices for Mass readings on the feast of Pentecost, so let's focus on the themes we find in the Gospel options. (Lectionary #63) June 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 601The Ascension of the Lord
Before he ascends into heaven, Jesus promises the disciples that the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon them to be Christ's witnesses to the ends of the earth. (Lectionary #58) May 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 531The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The encounter between Mary and Elizabeth reveals the coming of Jesus Christ, inviting us to seek out our own encounters with the Lord in prayer, sacrament, and Adoration. (Lectionary #572) May 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 530Daily Mass: Paul receives a vision to persevere in Corinth
The Lord speaks to Paul in a vision, "Do not be afraid. Go on speaking and do not be silent for I am with you!" (Lectionary #295) May 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 529Daily Mass: Paul arrives in Corinth and preaches with renewed intensity
Paul arrives in Corinth and immediately begins to pour out his life in service for the Gospel by earning a living and preaching the Good News. (Lectionary #294) May 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 528Daily Mass: Paul's preaching in Athens
Paul's failure in Athens does not lead to discouragement; rather, he remains faithful to Christ and continues to preach the Gospel in other cities. (Lectionary #293) May 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 527Daily Mass: Even from prison, Paul preaches the Good News
Beaten with rods and thrown into prison, Paul and Silas pray and sing hymns during an earthquake and lead the jailer to faith in Christ. (Lectionary #292) May 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 526Daily Mass: Paul's success in Philippi
Paul travels in the region of Macedonia to Philippi, successfully preaching the Gospel for the first time in Europe. (Lectionary #291) May 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 544Study, Pray, Serve: The Ascension of the Lord
Let's examine some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Ascension of the Lord. (Lectionary #58) May 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 5256th Sunday of Easter: Christ gives us his peace
Longing for peace in our lives, we call upon the Holy Spirit to receive Christ's promise of a peace unlike anything we can find in this world. (Lectionary #57) May 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 524Daily Mass: The Holy Spirit directs Paul's mission
Paul is directed by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Gospel in Macedonia. (Lectionary #290) May 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 523Daily Mass: The Apostles engage a tough topic and come to consensus
The Apostles communicate their decision to the Gentile communities regarding the essential requirements for living the Christian faith. (Lectionary #289) May 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rector - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 522Daily Mass: We are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus
As the Apostles gather and discuss, they determine that we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ...Jew and Gentile alike. (Lectionary #288) May 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 521Daily Mass: The Good News is preached to the Gentiles
As the Gentiles embrace the Good News of Christ, a debate emerges among the disciples: do you have to be Jewish to believe in Jesus? (Lectionary #287) May 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 520Daily Mass: Hardship is part of the Christian life
Paul and Barnabas endure persecution as they proclaim the Gospel, reminding the disciples that, "it is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God." (Lectionary #286) May 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 519Daily Mass: A healing miracle leads to mistaken identity
While preaching the Good News, Paul heals a crippled man and finds himself mistaken for a pagan god. (Lectionary #285) May 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 543Study, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of Easter
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #57) May 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com