Jesus minces no words as he calls his disciples to unconditional commitment if they choose to follow him. (Lectionary #377) July 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Hyukman Kwon on Pexels.com Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 14th Sunday of the Year. 1st Reading – Ezekiel 2:2-5 The prophet is sent by God to speak to a people who are stubborn and obstinate of heart. Ezekiel must speak faithfully, so that whether they heed or resist, they will know that a prophet has …

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 14th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #101) July 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The Book of Wisdom reminds us that God did not make death, but fashioned us to be imperishable. Mass Readings – 13th Sunday of the Year (#98) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

The Book of Wisdom reminds us that God did not make death, but fashioned us to be imperishable. (Lectionary - Year B, #98) June 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Alojz Micieta on Pexels.com The Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul offers us an opportunity to reflect on their lives and draw inspiration from the way that the Lord worked through their imperfections in order to do extraordinary things. Mass Readings – Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul (#590/591) *************** Catholic Inspiration Ar…

The Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul offers us an opportunity to reflect on their lives and draw inspiration from the way that the Lord worked through their imperfections in order to do extraordinary things. (Lectionary #590) June 29, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

Photo by Tobi on Pexels.com The encounter between Jesus and a leper reveals the Lord’s desire for our healing and restoration. Mass Readings – Friday of the 12th Week of the Year (#375) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Irenaeus, pray for us!By Fr. Andrew Ricci

The encounter between Jesus and a leper reveals the Lord's desire for our healing and restoration. (Lectionary #375) June 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Olivia Nuu00f1o on Pexels.com The Sermon on the Mount concludes with a sobering reminder from Jesus that it is crucial that we do the will of Father. Mass Readings – Thursday of the 12th Week of the Year (#374) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Cyril of Alexandria, pray for us!…

The Sermon on the Mount concludes with a sobering reminder from Jesus that it is crucial that we do the will of Father. (Lectionary #374) June 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by PhotoMIX Company on Pexels.com Jesus offers practical spiritual wisdom that brilliantly evaluates the character of our lives. Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 12th Week of the Year (#373) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus offers practical spiritual wisdom that brilliantly evaluates the character of our lives. (Lectionary #373) June 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Oleksandr P on Pexels.com The Lord offers three nuggets of spiritual wisdom, exhorting us to follow the narrow path to eternal life as we wisely use the blessings we have and we treat others the way we want to be treated. Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 12th Week of the Year (#372) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives…

The Lord offers three nuggets of spiritual wisdom, exhorting us to follow the narrow path to eternal life as we wisely use the blessings we have and we treat others the way we want to be treated. (Lectionary #372) June 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The birth of John the Baptist reveals how God worked through him to point out Jesus to others, inspiring us to give witness to Christ through the words and actions of our lives. Mass Readings – Nativity of John the Baptist (#587) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. John the Baptist, pray for us!…

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Let’s examine some of the themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 13th Sunday of the Year. 1st Reading – Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24 God did not make death, nor does the Lord rejoice in the destruction of the living. God formed humanity to be imperishable, but by the envy of the devil death entered the world. Psa…

The birth of John the Baptist reveals how God worked through him to point out Jesus to others, inspiring us to give witness to Christ through the words and actions of our lives. (Lectionary #587) June 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Let's examine some of the themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 13th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #98) June 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus calms the fears of the disciples by commanding the storm to be still, inviting us to face our fears in the storms of life with the gift of faith. (Lectionary #95) June 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Rahul Pandit on Pexels.com Jesus reminds his disciples to turn away from useless worry and seek the Kingdom of God. Mass Readings – Saturday of the 11th Week of the Year (#370) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Paulinus of Nola, St. John Fisher, and St. Thomas More, pray for us!…

Jesus reminds his disciples to turn away from useless worry and seek the Kingdom of God. (Lectionary #370) June 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

The Lord challenges us to examine what we treasure so that our hearts are directed toward a heavenly goal. (Lectionary #369) June 21, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

The Lord's Prayer is a gift from Christ to help us pray in direct and focused language. May we use it often! (Lectionary #368) June 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Almsgiving, prayer, and fasting are ancient spiritual practices that have power to transform our souls. May we put them into practice today! (Lectionary #367) June 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Arguably the toughest teaching in the Bible, Jesus makes it clear that his disciples must love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them. (Lectionary #366) June 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Continuing the call to a higher standard in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus offers a couple of spiritual insights regarding our response to others when life gets messy. (Lectionary #365) June 17, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 12th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #95) June 17, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus shares a couple of parables to explain the kingdom of God, offering us an opportunity to apply these insights of faith into our daily lives. (Lectionary #92) June 15, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus offers sound advice for how we speak in a truthful, sincere and solemn manner. (Lectionary #364) June 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci