Catholic Inspiration

This is the third part of a six-week series about how we gently and lovingly share our faith with others.  In this presentation Fr. Andrew speaks about how we nourish rich and thriving relationships with the people in our lives. February 29, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The parable of the rich man and Lazarus reminds us that the Church offers us all the tools we need to embrace God's salvation through Jesus Christ.  (Lectionary #233) February 29, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Having taught his disciples about his crucifixion in Jerusalem, the Lord takes a teachable moment to show how their humble service becomes a life-giving offering. (Lectionary #232) February 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches the crowds and his disciples that the humble servant will be exalted by God. (Lectionary #231) February 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches his disciples and commands them to act accordingly, mindful that the measure we use (for good or bad purpose) will be used on us. (Lectionary #230) February 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the main themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent. (Year B, Lectionary 29) February 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The glory of the Transfiguration of Jesus gives hope and consolation to Peter, James and John as Jesus speaks about his upcoming Passion and death on the Cross. (Lectionary #26) February 25, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord's command to "love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" invites us to call upon God's grace to put this teaching into practice. (Lectionary #229) February 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Psalm 130 connects our deep human pain with our trust in the Lord's forgiveness, mercy and redemption. (Lectionary #228) February 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

This is the second part of a six-week series about how we gently and lovingly share our faith with others. In this presentation Fr. Andrew speaks about how we cultivate a vibrant and personal spiritual life. February 22, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

On this Feast of the Chair of St. Peter, we recognize that we are all "works in progress" and, like Peter, we strive to foster our faith in Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #535) February 22, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Like Jonah before the people of Nineveh, Jesus calls the people (including us!) to repent. February 21, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com

Jesus teaches the disciples how to pray, and the Lord's Prayer continues to powerfully sustain our spiritual lives  today.  May we offer these words from the heart, drawing close to the God and one another. (Lectionary #224) February 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches that at the end of time we will all stand before him to be judged, based on the way we treated the least among us. (Lectionary #223) February 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com

Here are some of the main themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the 2nd Sunday of Lent. (Year B, Lectionary #26) February 19, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The temptation of Jesus in the desert by Satan reveals its presence in all aspects of human life.  One temptation that has profoundly changed in our culture is the rise and prevalence of pornography; yet we can confront this challenge through our faith in Christ and the resources of the Church. (Lectionary #23) February 17, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Following the call of Levi, Jesus responds to the scribes and Pharisees, saying that he has come to call sinners to repentance.  (Hint: that means all of us.) (Lectionary #222) February 17, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Psalm 51 powerfully reminds us to acknowledge our sins with humility and contrition. February 16, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

This is the first part of a six-week series about how we gently and loving share our faith with others.  In this presentation Fr. Andrew gives an overview with reference to Acts 8:26-40. February 15, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord exhorts his disciples to follow his example and take up their crosses as they offer their lives. (Lectionary #220) February 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com