Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Aug 8, 2025 • 7min

Daily 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  
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Aug 7, 2025 • 8min

Daily 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  
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Aug 6, 2025 • 6min

The 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  
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Aug 5, 2025 • 7min

Daily 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  
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Aug 4, 2025 • 8min

Daily 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  
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Aug 4, 2025 • 13min

Study, 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  
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Aug 3, 2025 • 8min

18th 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  
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Aug 2, 2025 • 7min

Daily 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  
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Aug 1, 2025 • 6min

Daily 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  
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Jul 31, 2025 • 6min

Daily 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  

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