Catholic Inspiration
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S26 Ep 115Daily Mass: Christ seeks our healing and peace
The compassion of Christ is revealed as he takes pity on a leper and wills his miraculous healing. (Lectionary #308) January 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 114Daily Mass: Our prayer life drives our action in the world
The intensity of the earthly ministry of Jesus is guided by his focused and intentional prayer. January 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 113Daily Mass: The teaching and authority of Jesus
The authority of Jesus is revealed through his teaching and ability to drive out demons. (Lectionary #306) January 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 112Daily Mass: Christ calls us to follow him
The 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
S26 Ep 142Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of the Year
Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #64) January 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 111The Baptism of the Lord
The baptism of the Lord reveals the Trinity and unleashes the fountain of grace that configures us to Christ and the Church. May we live our baptismal call in the world today! (Lectionary #21) January 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 110Daily Mass: The Lord takes delight in his people
Psalm 149 reminds us of God's unconditional love for creation, inspiring us to seek the Lord always in the ups and downs of life. (Lectionary #217) January 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 109Daily Mass: An earnest prayer for healing
A leper humbly comes before Jesus to plead for healing and walks away restored. (Lectionary #216) January 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 108Daily Mass: Our love for God directs us to love one another
The First Letter of John challenges us to put our love for God into practice as we love the people in our lives. (Lectionary #215) January 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 107Daily Mass: Love drives out fear
The First Letter of John reminds us that the love of God drives out fear from our hearts and engages us to live for the Lord. (Lectionary #214) January 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 106Daily Mass: God is love
The First Letter of John teaches that God is the source of all love, revealed through creation and the redemption we have in Christ Jesus. (Lectionary #213) January 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 105Daily Mass: We belong to God
The First Letter of John offers practical spiritual insight regarding how we test situations and stay close to Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #212) January 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 141Study, Pray, Serve: The Baptism of the Lord
Let's explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Baptism of the Lord. (Lectionary #21, A) January 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory -Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 104Epiphany: What will we offer to the Lord?
Bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, the Magi inspire us to consider what we will offer to the Lord. (Lectionary #20) January 3, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 103Daily Mass: All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God
Psalm 98 invites us to both receive and share the hope we have in the saving power of God. (Lectionary #206) January 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 102Daily Mass: When distracted by life, we follow Christ
When asked by the priests and Levites, John the Baptist bluntly states, "I am not the Christ." His example reminds us to keep our focus on the Lord, especially when we are absorbed and distracted by the demands of daily life. (Lectionary #205) January 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 101Mary, the Mother of God
"Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart." May the example of the Mother of God inspire us to pause and ponder how our faith directs our lives as we embark on a New Year. (Lectionary #18) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1231Daily Mass: We testify that Jesus Christ is Lord
The Prologue to John's Gospel reveals how John gave testimony that Jesus is the Messiah, inviting us to consider how we give witness that Christ is our Lord today. (Lectionary #204) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1230Daily Mass: Lord, help us to grow!
Jesus returns to Nazareth with Mary and Joseph, where he will grow in strength and wisdom. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1229Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight evokes a response of faith
The Canticle of Simeon illustrates how we respond when our spiritual sight reveals God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #202) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1245Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord
Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary #20) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1228The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
On this feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we recognize that our families become blessed when we welcome Christ into our hearts and homes. (Lectionary #17) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1227Daily Mass: The witness of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist
St. John's witness of the Gospel invites us to consider how we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in the context of our daily lives. (Lectionary #697) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1226Daily Mass: St. Stephen, the First Martyr
Chapters six and seven in the Acts of the Apostles focus largely on Stephen, the first martyr whose witness reminds us of the true cost of discipleship...demanding even our lives out of love for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1225Christmas: Christ is our light!
May the joy and grace of this Christmas touch our hearts and kindle within us the fire of faith. Let the light of Christ shine in the world! (Lectionary #14 - Mass at Night) December 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1224Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel!
Zechariah offers his canticle of praise, inspiring us to count our blessings and thank the Lord for gift of life and faith as we prepare for the birth of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #200) December 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1223Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord
Given a new and different name from his family, the birth of John the Baptist reveals God's hand at work in salvation history to do something extraordinary in preparation for the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #199) December 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1222Daily Mass: We count our blessings and praise the Lord
Both Mary and Hannah offer praise and thanksgiving to God, inviting us in these last days of Advent to count our blessings and offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #198) December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1244Study, Pray, Serve: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the feast of the Holy Family. (Lectionary #17) December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 12214th Sunday of Advent: Our faith gives strength to our lives
The example of St. Joseph in the Gospel of Matthew inspires us to cultivate our spiritual lives so that we might have the direction and strength we need to journey through our world. (Lectionary #10) December 20, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1220Daily Mass: Let the Lord enter!
Psalm 24 directs us to open our hearts and receive the king of glory into our lives. (Lectionary #196) December 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1219Daily Mass: We receive the Good News in our hearts
The encounter between Zechariah and the angel Gabriel reveals God's Good News and invites us to welcome this message with joyful and open hearts. (Lectionary #195) December 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1218Daily Mass: We strive for God's justice and peace
Psalm 72 inspires us to call upon the Lord for the grace to promote God's justice and peace in our daily lives. (Lectionary #194) December 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1217Daily Mass: The family tree of Jesus as told by Matthew
Matthew reveals the Israelite lineage of Jesus, reminding us that God works in the messiness of life and invites us to grow in faith. (Lectionary #193) December 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1216Daily Mass: Christ invites us to do the Father's will
Jesus offers a parable to the chief priests and elders, challenging them to repent and turn to God. (Lectionary #188) December 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1215Daily Mass: Teach me your ways, O Lord
Psalm 25 invites us to seek out the Lord for life-long learning and instruction. (Lectionary #187) December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1243Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Advent
Let's explore the themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #10) December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 12143rd Sunday of Advent: Christ fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah
Responding to a question from John the Baptist, Jesus references a prophecy from Isaiah with the works of his earthly ministry and reveals his identity as the messiah. (Lectionary #7) December 13, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1213Daily Mass: Lord make us turn to you
Psalm 80 invites us to turn to the Lord and gaze into the eyes of compassion, mercy, and salvation. (Lectionary #186) December 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1212Our Lady of Guadalupe inspires us to magnify the Lord
Mary's example of faith inspires us to follow her example and magnify the Lord by our words and actions in the world today. (Lectionary #690A) December 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1211Daily Mass: The role of John the Baptist in salvation history
Jesus speaks to the crowds about John the Baptist in the context of salvation history. (Lectionary #184) December 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1210Daily Mass: Christ offers us rest for our weary souls
Jesus offers us a consolation and peace that we cannot find anywhere else in the world. (Lectionary #183) December 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1209Daily Mass: The Lord rejoices when we are rescued
Jesus offers an illustration that reveals the desire of our Heavenly Father to see us rescued and restored to life. (Lectionary #182) December 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1208Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mary's response to the angel Gabriel inspires us to reaffirm each day our desire to say yes to God. (Lectionary #689) December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1242Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Advent
Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #7) December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1254Advent Retreat #4 - Sharing the light with others
This 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
S25 Ep 1253Advent Retreat #3 - Confronting the darkness in our lives
This 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
S25 Ep 1252Advent Retreat #2 - Tending the flame of faith in our hearts
This 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
S25 Ep 1251Advent Retreat #1 - Christ our Light
This 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
S25 Ep 12072nd Sunday of Advent - Prepare the way of the Lord
John the Baptist calls the people to repent and acknowledge their sins as he prepares the way of the Lord. (Lectionary #4) December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com