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S26 Ep 131Daily Mass: We call on Christ to face the storms of life
As a violent squall breaks loose on the water, Jesus calms the wind and reveals his power to the disciples as God. (Lectionary #322) January 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 130Daily Mass: Starting small and growing our faith in Christ
Jesus offers two parables, showing how the Kingdom of God flourishes in our hearts and spreads out into the world. (Lectionary #321) January 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 129Daily Mass: What we measure out to others will be measured back to us
Jesus offers a sobering message, showing that how we act toward others will be the measure applied to ourselves. (Lectionary #320) January 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 128Daily Mass: What is growing in our hearts?
Jesus offers a parable about seed sown on the ground, inviting us to consider what is the spiritual crop that is growing in our hearts. (Lectionary #319) January 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 127Daily Mass: We join the Lord's family when we do the will of God
When Mary and extended members of the family of Jesus appear, the Lord speaks to his disciples a message of hope that we can become part of his family when we do the will of God. (Lectionary #318) January 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 126Daily Mass: Confronting the darkness of evil
Jesus responds to the scribes and speaks about the reality of evil in our world, inviting us to draw close to the Lord as we face the darkness in our lives. (Lectionary #520/317) January 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 144Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of the Year
Let's take a look at some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #70) January 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 1253rd Sunday of the Year: The light of Christ restores our life
Moving to Capernaum at the start of his earthly ministry, Jesus fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah and inspires hope in our hearts as we embrace the light of Christ to shine in our lives. (Lectionary #67) January 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 124Daily Mass: Living our faith when the world wants to mock us
Relatives of Jesus claim that he is "out of his mind" and remind us that as we live our faith we may face forces that seek to undermine our life in Christ. (Lectionary #316) January 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 123Daily Mass: Jesus calls us by name for specific tasks in the world
Jesus calls forth the twelve apostles by name and sends them out with specific work to do. (Lectionary #315) January 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 122Daily Mass: We yearn for the healing power of Christ
Jesus heals the desperate crowds, directing us to reflect on the need for his healing in our lives and relationships. (Lectionary #314) January 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 121Daily Mass: Confronting the hardness of our hearts
While healing a man with a withered hand, Jesus encounters the Pharisees and confronts the hardness of their hearts...reminding us to look at our own hearts as well. (Lectionary #313) January 21, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 120Daily Mass: Jesus is the Lord of the sabbath
Jesus teaches about the sabbath and offers us an insight into his true identity as Lord. (Lectionary #312) January 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 119Daily Mass: Making a change to live for the Lord
Jesus offers a couple of illustrations that help us understand that as we embrace a new life in Christ we turn away from old practices and embrace new changes in our lives. (Lectionary #311) January 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 143Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #67) January 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 1182nd Sunday of the Year: Behold, the Lamb of God!
John the Baptist points out Jesus to the crowds and declares, "Behold, the Lamb of God!" (Lectionary #64) January 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 117Daily Mass: Jesus calls Levi
Jesus calls Levi and then dines with him and the "sinners" that are his friends. (Lectionary #310) January 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S26 Ep 116Daily Mass: We foster our faith in Christ and help one another
Jesus exerts his power to forgive sins and bring healing to a paralytic, revealing that he is God among us. (Lectionary #309) January 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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