Catholic Inspiration

The Psalm response echoes the words of Samuel, who hears and answers God's call. (Lectionary #307) January 10, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Driving out an unclean spirit, Jesus reveals both the reality of evil in our world and his triumphant victory over it. (Lectionary #306) January 9, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Baptism of the Lord reveals the presence of the Trinity on earth and invites us to reflect on the grace of our own baptism. (Lectionary #21) January 8, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's explore some of the themes that are present in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #65) January 8, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Guided by the light of the star, the Magi followed the marvels of the natural world to the supernatural glory of God revealed in the Christ child. (Lectionary #20) January 7, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The First Letter of John reveals God's testimony that Jesus is the Son of God through water, blood, and the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #209) January 6, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

After his encounter with Jesus, Philip talks to Nathanael and brings him to meet the Lord. (Lectionary #208) January 5, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The First Letter of John offers a blunt and forceful reflection on sin and the Devil, compelling us to examine our own spiritual situation and acknowledge our need for the Lord's forgiveness. (Lectionary #207) January 4, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

In the First Letter of John we see the high dignity that God places on human life, calling us into the family of faith as children of God. (Lectionary #206) January 3, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

John the Baptist humbly acknowledges that he is not the Christ, but rather one who makes straight the way of the Lord for others to follow. (Lectionary #205) January 2, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Andrew on August 22, 2023 to the leadership of his cluster of parishes regarding how a person (and a parish) share their faith with others in an open and non-threatening way. Using Acts 8:26-40, we discern a four point outline: Work on our own spiritual life with the Lord. Deepen and foster our personal relationships with others. Be ready to give witness when people have "opened the door." Show them the next step. People are always watching. If they see our consistent, faithful witness AND we are sincerely present in a loving and honest way, there often comes a time when people will comment about our faith. It is at that moment that we can respond, showing how our faith helps us face the challenges of life, and offering an invitation for them to take a step that leads to knowing more about God. January 1, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Mary's reflection on the infant Jesus, and all the events that will occur throughout his life, inspire us to ponder how our faith in Christ transforms our lives today. (Lectionary #18) January 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com    

Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. January 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph knew blessings and burdens as they faced the ups and downs of life. Their example inspires us to engage our faith as we live within the context of our families today. (Lectionary #17) December 30, 2023 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The First Letter of John reminds us that we are in the world, but not of the world...offering our lives for Christ as we face the challenges and temptations of everyday life. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The First Letter of John powerfully (and bluntly!) states that our love for Jesus is revealed when we fulfill his commandment to love one another. (Lectionary #202) December 29, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The martyrdom of the Holy Innocents links us to all tragedies through human history where the innocent suffer destruction and violence. (Lectionary #698) December 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

In the First Letter of John, the apostle shows how from his own eyewitness experience he desires to pass on the Good News of hope that we have in Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #697) December 27, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

St. Stephen's martyrdom reminds us of the precious value of our faith, and how it helps us face the challenges of life. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the feast of the Holy Family. December 25, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com