Catholic Inspiration
Fr. Andrew Ricci
Fr. Andrew Ricci, a priest of the Diocese of Superior, offers inspirational podcasts of homilies and talks given from a variety of pastoral settings. Fr. Andrew is currently the rector of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI.
His website - Three Great Things - is found at www.studyprayserve.com
His website - Three Great Things - is found at www.studyprayserve.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
Dec 31, 2024 • 8min
Daily Mass: Our lives are guided by the Word and Light of Christ
The prologue of John's Gospel reveals Jesus Christ is the Word and Light that fills all with grace who believe and follow him. (Lectionary #204) December 31, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 30, 2024 • 7min
Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight is strengthened through fasting and prayer
The prophetess, Anna, who spends her days in fasting and prayer, recognizes Jesus as the awaited messiah when Joseph and Mary present him in the temple. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studprayserve.com
Dec 30, 2024 • 11min
Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord
Let's look at the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary - Year ABC, #20) December 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 29, 2024 • 9min
The Holy Family: Our families become holy when Christ is in our midst
The Holy Family did not have an easy life; however, they were able to face their challenges with the grace and strength of Jesus in their midst. (Lectionary #17) December 28, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 28, 2024 • 7min
Daily Mass: When the innocent suffer, we call upon the Lord for the strength we need
The massacre of the holy innocents demands that we acknowledge when atrocities occur, we call upon the Lord Jesus who meets us in these horrors and redeems them through his death and resurrection on the Cross. (Lectionary #698) Mass Readings - December 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 27, 2024 • 7min
Daily Mass: Our lives give witness to Christ
The example of John, the beloved disciple who wrote both a Gospel and three letters, inspires us to share our faith with others through the experiences we have seen and heard. (#697) December 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 26, 2024 • 6min
Daily Mass: Our strength comes from God in moments of trial
The martyrdom of Stephen reveals the cost of discipleship, empowering us to hold on to our faith even when it is unpopular, uncomfortable, and unpleasant. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 25, 2024 • 6min
Christmas - May the light of Christ shine in our hearts!
As a tiny flame can grow to a blazing bonfire, the tiny baby born in Bethlehem becomes the light of the world. May our hearts be open to receive the light and love of Jesus Christ this Christmas so we can shine as his witnesses in the world. Merry Christmas, my friends! (Lectionary #13, 14, 15, 16) December 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 24, 2024 • 5min
Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord!
Zechariah praises God as he recognizes that his newborn son will one day prepare the people for the coming of the Messiah. (Lectionary #200) December 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Dec 23, 2024 • 6min
Daily Mass: Are we prepared and ready for the Lord?
When Elizabeth is asked what name will be given her newborn son, she announces (and Zechariah confirms) that his name is John. (Lectionary #199) December 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
