Catholic Inspiration
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S25 Ep 1123Daily Mass: The Lord comes to set the earth on fire
Jesus speaks of the fire he brings to the earth as he approaches his baptism, inviting us to embrace the flame of faith to purify our hearts and be ready to stand with Christ. (Lectionary #476) October 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1022Daily Mass: We have been entrusted with great blessings
The Lord challenges to recognize our blessings and live them with conviction. (Lectionary #475) October 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1021Daily Mass: Be vigilant, inside and out
The Lord reminds us to vigilant and ready to respond whenever God knocks on the door of our hearts. (Lectionary #474) October 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1020Daily Mass: The Lord teaches us to guard against greed
A comment from the crowd prompts Jesus to challenge his disciples to guard against all forms of greed. (Lectionary #473) October 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1043Study, Pray, Serve: 30th Sunday of the Year
Let's explore some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #150) October 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 101929th Sunday of the Year: Our help is from the Lord
Psalm 121 gives us hope when we are exhausted and empty; our help is from the Lord! (Lectionary #147) October 18, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1018Daily Mass: Jesus shows us how to live our faith in the world
Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples to prepare people for his coming, and he shows them how they are to live and act in a practical and powerful way. (Lectionary #661) October 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1017Daily Mass: A warning against hypocrisy and fear
Jesus offers a warning against the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and the difference between a physical and a spiritual death. (Lectionary #471) October 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1016Daily Mass: Out of the depths we cry to you, O Lord
Psalm 130 dramatically reminds us of our limitations and sinfulness as we trust in the Lord and cry for help. (Lectionary #470) October 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1015Daily Mass: There is no partiality with God
Both the Letter to the Romans and the Gospel of Luke offer a blistering commentary on us when we pass judgment without humbly recognizing our own sins. (Lectionary #469) October 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1014Daily Mass: We pay attention to what is on the inside
The Lord challenges us to explore the state of our inner hearts, giving us an outward action to cleanse our souls through almsgiving. (Lectionary #468) October 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1013Daily Mass: The sign of Jonah calls us to repent
Jesus urges us to embrace the sign of Jonah and repent of our sins. (Lectionary #467) October 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1042Study, Pray, Serve: 29th Sunday of the Year
Let's examine the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #147) October 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 101228th Sunday of the Year: Gratitude is powerful spiritual medicine
A newly healed Samaritan leper returns to Jesus, praising God and filled with gratitude...inviting us to cultivate a thankful heart that fosters honesty, humility and joy. (Lectionary #144) October 11, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1011Daily Mass: We are blessed when we hear and act on the word of God
Jesus teaches that we are blessed when we hear the word of God and observe it. (Lectionary #466) October 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1010Daily Mass: Demons are driven out by the finger of God
Responding to a comment from the crowd, Jesus addresses the power by which he casts out demons. (Lectionary #645) October 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1009Daily Mass: Christ invites us to ask, seek, and knock with persistence
Speaking to his disciples, the Lord invites his followers to ask, seek, and knock with persistent effort as they call upon the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #464) October 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1008Daily Mass: Luke's version of the Lord's Prayer
Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer to his disciples in the Gospel of Luke. (Lectionary #463) October 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1007Daily Mass: Mary & Martha
Jesus responds with deep friendship to both Mary and Martha. (Lectionary #462) October 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1006Daily Mass: We are called to be Good Samaritans
Jesus offers the parable of the Good Samaritan to remind us that we are called to care for all people with compassion. (Lectionary #461) October 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1041Study, Pray, Serve: 28th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 28th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #144) October 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 100527th Sunday of the Year: Stir into flame the gift of faith
The Second Letter to Timothy and the Gospel of Luke instruct us about two crucial elements of our faith: we start small and keep feeding the flame! (Lectionary #141) October 4, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1004Daily Mass: Our goal is heaven!
The 72 disciples return rejoicing at the power of the name of Jesus. (Lectionary #460) October 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1003Daily Mass: There are real consequences for the choices of our lives
Jesus offers a stern warning to the villages of Capernaum, Bethsaida, and Chorazin, reminding us that there are real consequences for the choices of our lives. (Lectionary #459) October 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1002Daily Mass: Angel of God, my guardian dear!
On this feast of the Holy Guardian Angels, we call upon the heavenly help that God provides "to light and guard, to rule and guide" as we journey through this life. (Lectionary #458/650) October 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 1001Daily Mass: We follow Christ; everything else steps aside
As people seek to follow Jesus, the Lord makes it clear that we will make great sacrifices as we place Christ at the center of our lives. (Lectionary #457) October 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 930Daily Mass: We respond to rejection with continued trust in the Lord
After Jesus is rejected by a Samaritan town, the Lord rebukes James and John when they call for a violent response. (Lectionary #456) September 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 929Daily Mass: We fight our spiritual battles with the help of the archangels
On this feast of the archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, we are inspired to fight our spiritual battles with the help of the angels who cast out Satan who was defeated by the Blood of the Lamb of God. (Lectionary #647) September 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 945Study, Pray, Serve: 27th Sunday of the Year
Let's review some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 27th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #141) September 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 92826th Sunday of the Year: We have everything that we need for eternal life
Jesus speaks a parable to the Pharisees about a rich man and a poor man named Lazarus, reminding us that we have been blessed with all the resources that we need to journey from this life to the next. (Lectionary #138) September 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 927Daily Mass: When filled with fear, we follow with faith in Christ
As Jesus speaks again of his approaching Passion, the fear of the disciples reveals those moments when we are afraid, and it challenges us to embrace our faith in Christ for the strength we need. (Lectionary #454) September 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 926Daily Mass: We claim that Jesus is the Christ
When asked by Jesus, Peter declares that he is "the Christ of God," and the Lord reveals the first prophecy of his Passion. (Lectionary #453) September 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 925Daily Mass: We witness to Christ in a perplexed world
Herod the tetrarch is perplexed over the rumors about who is Jesus. (Lectionary #452) September 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 924Daily Mass: We carry out Christ's work in the world
Jesus empowers the Twelve to go out and follow his example, teaching, healing, driving out demons, and proclaiming the Kingdom of God. Get ready...we're next! (Lectionary #451) September 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 923Daily Mass: We hear and act on the Word of God
Jesus draws us into his family when we respond to the Word of God and put it into practice. (Lectionary #450) September 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 922Daily Mass: We let the Lord's light shine in our lives!
Jesus offers a parable, inviting us to let the light of his Good News shine out in what we say and do. (Lectionary #449) September 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 944Study, Pray, Serve: 26th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 26th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #138) September 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 92125th Sunday of the Year: We pray for those in authority
The 1st Letter to Timothy outlines the practical need to pray for all in authority, a crucial reminder for us today in the midst of intense social and political debate. (Lectionary #135) September 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 920Daily Mass: We know what to do; God give us the grace to make it happen!
Jesus offers a parable (and an explanation!) that inspires us to take to heart the Lord's teaching and put it to work for a bountiful harvest. (Lectionary #448) September 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 919Daily Mass: What we receive from the Lord allows us to help one another
Luke offers a glimpse of the close followers of Jesus, showing how they have been able to give and receive in his presence. (Lectionary #447) September 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 918Daily Mass: The Lord meets us where we are...and invites us to grow!
Jesus is present to both a broken hearted woman and a Pharisee, meeting them where they are and inviting them to grow in faith. (Lectionary #446) September 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 917Daily Mass: Jesus points out the darkness of human negativity
Speaking to the crowds, Jesus points out the people who are always complaining and finding fault with a situation, inviting us to consider today if we are part of the problem or part of the solution. (Lectionary #445) September 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 916Daily Mass: Jesus reveals his compassion and power
While traveling to a city called Nain, Jesus restores a dead man to life and returns him to his widowed mother, revealing his deep compassion and power as the Lord. (Lectionary #444) September 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 915Daily Mass: The sorrow of the Blessed Virgin Mary
On this Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows, we recall how Mary's steadfast trust in God empowered her to be present to Christ, even in the midst of overwhelming grief. (Lectionary #443/639) September 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 943Study, Pray, Serve: 25th Sunday of the Year
Let's review the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #135) September 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 914The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
In the midst of several recent high profile murders we gaze at the Cross of Christ, whose triumph inspires us to humbly engage one another with charity. (Lectionary #638) September 13, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 913Daily Mass: Every tree is known by its fruit
The Lord offers practical insight to help us discern the type and quality of our spiritual lives. (Lectionary #442) September 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 912Daily Mass: Jesus addresses our spiritual blindness
Jesus calls out the spiritual blindness that encourages us to point out the failings of others when we neglect to observe our own first. (Lectionary #441) September 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 911Daily Mass: The Lord challenges us to love our enemies
Jesus challenges us to love our enemies. Why? Because God loves us...even when we are far from loveable. (Lectionary #440) September 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 910Daily Mass: We focus on the Lord in the ups and downs of life
The Beatitudes in Luke's Gospel remind us to keep our focus on Christ throughout the changing landscape of our lives, grateful for our blessings and seeking grace in times of woe. (Lectionary #439) September 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com