Catholic Inspiration

The disciples did not understand what Jesus said about his suffering and death, and they were afraid to ask for more information.  Yet as they eventually would move from fear to faith we are inspired to face whatever confronts us this day - knowing that the Lord will help us every step of the way. September 24, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Lord asks his disciples "Who do you say that I am?"  After hearing their responses the Lord offers an intense answer: he is the Christ who will suffer, die and be raised on the third day.  May the example of Padre Pio inspire us to embrace the intensity of our lives with the grace and guidance of Jesus. September 23, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.  

When Herod asked "Who is this Jesus?" he was responding to the Lord's ministry - where Jesus and the Apostles are proclaiming the Good News and healing the sick.  May we continue this work through our words and actions today. September 22, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Matthew heard the call of Christ and responded by bringing lots of imperfect people to the Lord.  We, too, can take comfort that the Lord welcomes our response - not because we're perfect, but because the Lord longs to heal and renew our lives. September 21, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus teaches in the Gospel of Luke that those who hear the word of God and act on it are mother, and brothers and sisters to him.  Welcome to the family! September 20, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Our faith touches crucial aspects of practical life: business affairs, politics, and money.  As followers of Jesus Christ we are "in the world, but not of the world" and we have daily opportunities to allow our faith to guide and direct what we say and do. September 18, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus tells a parable (and offers an explanation!) that speaks about the garden of our hearts. September 17, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

St. Paul writes to the Corinthians about the crucial role of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  The Lord's resurrection changed everything for the early Church, and Christ's saving action continues to transform our lives today. September 16, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Mary's example of faith in the midst of sorrow inspires us to face our grief and loss in this life with God's grace. September 15, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Cross of Jesus Christ is God's sign of love, showing just how much the Lord cherishes our lives.  May we face our crosses with the conviction that the Lord will help us every step of the way. September 14, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Paul's analogy comparing the human body to the Church is just as critical for our lives today.  We need each other to continue the Lord mission with vitality and joy! September 13, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

A man had two sons...and they both messed up.  Yet not only does the Father stay connected to his kids, he helps them understand the nature of forgiveness, mercy, and love.  Our Heavenly Father does the same for us, helping us to experience grace when we need it the most. September 11, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Lord's practical wisdom "to know a tree by it's fruit" is immensely useful for our daily interactions with others.  We don't judge people, but we are called to acknowledge good and bad thoughts, words, and actions - recognizing that the "fruit" of our lives can be either wholesome or destructive. September 10, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus reminds his disciples that before we can point out the faults of others we have to see our own, taking the time to remove the chunk of wood in our own eye before we point out the splinter in another. September 9, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

As we celebrate Mary's birth, we recall that she herself was part of a vast extended family.  As she brought Jesus into the world, she offers us an example - that we might continue to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to those in our lives. September 8, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The start of a new school year is a fresh beginning, just like a plain piece of paper, and it can become anything - a prayer, composition, work of art or even an airplane!  Students are given three keys for a powerful year: daily prayer, hard work, and being the best kid they can be in their families. September 7, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Twelve Apostles had their share of weakness and sin, and yet the Lord called them to carry out his mission.  The Lord calls us as well - with all of our mistakes and mishaps - and invites us to trust in his mercy and love as we proclaim the Good News through the witness of our lives. September 6, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

"How much does it cost?" is a common expression that has enormous practical use, and Jesus reminds us that there is a cost for following him...nothing short of our entire lives. September 4, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus responds to the pharisees question with a two-fold response that is both practical and divine. September 3, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus uses the images of  new/old cloaks and new/old wineskins to illustrate the concept of how we live our faith in the present moment, as we learn from the past.   September 2, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.