Catholic Inspiration
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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
S25 Ep 909Daily Mass: The Lord reveals the power of prayer
Jesus builds his earthly ministry upon a powerful connection with God in prayer, inspiring us to consider how we incorporate daily prayer into the rhythm of our lives. (Lectionary #438) September 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 908Daily Mass: The example of Joseph and Mary inspires us to follow the Lord
On this Feast of the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we see in the example of the Holy Family an invitation to follow the Lord with all our heart and soul. (Lectionary #636) September 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 942Study, Pray, Serve: Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. (Lectionary #638) September 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 90723rd Sunday of the Year: Jesus teaches about the cost of discipleship
On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus instructs the people about the true cost for someone who wants to become his disciple. (Lectionary #129) September 6, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 906Daily Mass: The Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath
Confronted by the Pharisees, Jesus cites the example of King David and then proclaims that "the Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath." (Lectionary #436) September 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 905Daily Mass: Come with joy into the presence of the Lord
Psalm 100 invites us to dispose ourselves with joyful hearts and unite our lives to the Lord. (Lectionary #435) September 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 904Daily Mass: A fishing story with Jesus and Peter
Jesus boards Peter's boat, preaches to crowds, and begins a fishing story that will change Peter's life forever. (Lectionary #434) September 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 903Daily Mass: Jesus heals, drives out demons, and proclaims the Good News
Crowds gather in Capernaum as Jesus heals, drives out demons, and proclaims the Good News of the Kingdom of God. (Lectionary #433) September 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 902Daily Mass: Jesus reveals his power and authority
Jesus, speaking with power and authority, drives out a demon who recognizes him as the Holy One of God. (Lectionary #432) September 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 901Daily Mass: Christ is our hope and our strength
The First Letter to the Thessalonians offers us hope that our journey from death to eternal life is sustained through the saving work of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #431) September 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 941Study, Pray, Serve: 23rd Sunday of the Year
Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #129) September 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 83122nd Sunday of the Year: We cultivate humble hearts
Jesus offers a parable, exhorting us to cultivate humility before God and one another. (Lectionary #126) August 30, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 830Daily Mass: How will we live the gift of our lives?
Jesus offers a parable that challenges us to live the gift of our lives with all the intensity and ingenuity we can apply to our own unique circumstances. (Lectionary #430) August 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 829Daily Mass: The passion of John the Baptist
The death of John the Baptist reveals the wickedness of our world, reminding us to hold fast to our faith in Christ when we encounter the stark reality of evil in our lives. (Lectionary #429/634) August 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 828Daily Mass: Stay awake! We are prepared to engage our faith at all times
Jesus urges us to stay alert and prepared as we follow the Lord through the uncertainties of life. (Lectionary #428) August 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 827Daily Mass: The Lord searches and knows our hearts
Psalm 139 reveals our transparency before God, inviting us to acknowledge our faults and call upon the Lord for the strength, grace, and forgiveness we need. (Lectionary #427) August 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 826Daily Mass: We give witness to Christ with bold speech and tender hearts
Paul reminds us that we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through clear and godly speech that is highlighted by the gentle compassion of our hearts. (Lectionary #426) August 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 825Daily Mass: Chosen by God, we respond to the gift of faith
We embrace the gift of faith and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ by what we say and do. (Lectionary #425) August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 844Study, Pray, Serve: 22nd Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #126) August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 82421st Sunday of the Year: We come to know Christ through prayer, sacrament, and service
Jesus teaches a hard lesson that it is not enough to know merely facts about him; a true relationship demands that we spend time and effort to encounter the Lord in this life so that we can be with him forever in heaven. (Lectionary #123) August 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 823Daily Mass: We follow Christ through humble service
Jesus invites us to serve one another with a humble heart. (Lectionary #424) August 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 822Daily Mass: The great commandments of love
Jesus teaches that the greatest commandments are about love of God and one another. (Lectionary #423) August 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 821Daily Mass: Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will
In light of the parable that Jesus offers to the Pharisees and elders of the people, we are invited to come before the Lord with an open and generous heart. (Lectionary #422) August 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 820Daily Mass: It's never too late to turn to the Lord in the course of our lives
Jesus offers a parable to his disciples, revealing God's generous invitation to seek the Kingdom of Heaven throughout the course of our lives. (Lectionary #421) August 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 819Daily Mass: We are God's stewards, using our resources wisely and well
Like good stewards, we use the resources entrusted to us by God with all the wisdom we possess. (Lectionary #420) August 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 818Daily Mass: We detach from our possessions and attach our hearts to Christ
Following Jesus requires that we detach from our possessions and like a good steward use wisely the resources we have been given until God wants them back. Mass Readings - Monday of the 20th Week of the Year (#419) August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 843Study, Pray, Serve: 21st Sunday of the Year
Let's review some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #123) August 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 81720th Sunday of the Year: The fire of faith refines our hearts
The Lord sets the earth on fire, causing division that separates the impurities both within our hearts and throughout our relationships. (Lectionary #120) August 16, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 816Daily Mass: We bring our children to Christ
Jesus encourages us to bring our children to him, removing any and all obstacles that prevent our kids from an encounter with Christ. (Lectionary #418) August 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 815Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mary's proclamation of praise inspires us to rejoice in the saving power of God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #622) August 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 814Daily Mass: Forgiveness is a way of life
Forgiveness is a way of life that shapes how we engage our faith to help us reconcile with one another. (Lectionary #416) August 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 813Daily Mass: We confront conflict with our faith in Christ
The Lord offers his disciples a practical path to engage conflict and reconcile with one another. (Lectionary #415) August 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 812Daily Mass: We come before the Lord with the openness of a child
Jesus encourages his disciples to be humble and open like little children, receptive to the love that God offers us all. (Lectionary #414) August 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 811Daily Mass: Our faith in Christ guides us through moments of grief
Jesus speaks of his coming Passion on the Cross, and his disciples are overwhelmed with grief. (Lectionary #413) August 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 842Study, Pray, Serve: 20th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #120) August 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 81019th Sunday of the Year: We are stewards, entrusted by God with the blessings of life
The Lord offers a parable that reveals the sober truth that we are stewards of the gift of our lives, challenging us to engage honesty, gratitude, and the Fruits of the Spirit to direct the unique blessings we have received from God. (Lectionary #117) August 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 809Daily Mass: In the face of hardship, we nurture our faith in Christ
Jesus exhorts the disciples to nurture their faith, pointing out that with faith the size of a mustard seed they can move mountains. (Lectionary #412) August 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 808Daily Mass: We carry our crosses and follow Christ
Speaking with pointed language, the Lord directs us to take up our crosses and follow him. (Lectionary #411) August 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 807Daily Mass: Firm on the rock of faith, we face the storms of life
The suffering and triumph of Christ strengthens the Church, built on the rock that is St. Peter, to face the challenges of hell itself as we travel through life. (Lectionary #410) August 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 806The Transfiguration of the Lord
The Transfiguration of the Lord invites us to take to heart the Father's command, "This is my chosen Son; listen to him!" (Lectionary #614) August 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 805Daily Mass: We face our fears with faith in Christ
Walking on water, Peter drowns in his own fear until he calls upon the Lord Jesus to save him. (Lectionary #408) August 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 804Daily Mass: We configure our hearts to the example of Christ
Moved with pity, Jesus ministers to the crowds even as his own heart is filled with sorrow at the death of John the Baptist. (Lectionary #407) August 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 841Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we discern in Mass readings for the 19th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #117) August 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 80318th Sunday of the Year: If the Lord calls us tonight, are we ready?
Jesus offers a parable, reminding us to keep our eyes fixed on heaven and ready to let go of earthly things in a moment's notice. (Lectionary #114) August 2, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 802Daily Mass: The cruel fate of John the Baptist
The death of John the Baptist reveals the cruelty, evil, and wickedness present in the world, reminding us to call upon the Lord to both stand up against it and cast it out of our hearts. (Lectionary #406) August 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 801Daily Mass: What's keeping us from Christ?
Jesus is rejected by the people of his home town of Nazareth because their personal bias fosters a lack of faith. (Lectionary #405) August 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 731Daily Mass: Our actions on earth have eternal consequences
The Lord reminds us that our actions here on earth have eternal consequences that will determine our presence in the Kingdom of heaven. (Lectionary #404) July 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 730Daily Mass: We seek the Kingdom of heaven above all else
Jesus offers two examples that reveal how the Kingdom of heaven is more precious than anything else here on earth. (Lectonary #403) July 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
S25 Ep 729Daily Mass: We draw near to Christ as our friend and savior
Martha affirms her deep friendship with Jesus and professes that he is the Son of God, inspiring us to grow ever closer to Christ as both savior and friend. (Lectionary #402/607) July 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com