Catholic Inspiration

The Lord invites us to build our lives on our relationship with Him.  May everything we say, think, and do be founded upon Jesus Christ! June 23, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior. WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

We know the human heart by the fruitfulness of the words and actions of a human life.  May these practical words of Jesus help us to evaluate our lives and interact with others. June 22, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Hezekiah calls upon the Lord when the people of Israel encounter grave peril.  May we face the battles in our lives with the same conviction, calling upon the Lord for the strength, courage, and wisdom we need to carry on. June 21, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Cross of Christ reveals how God entered into the heart of human suffering - to touch it, bless it, and redeem it - so that we might have the courage and strength to take up the crosses in our lives.  What is your Cross?  Do not be afraid, but call upon the Lord for the grace you need to take up your cross and walk the journey of life...with Jesus Christ by our side. June 19, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Do you ever find yourself wasting time on "useless worry" in your life?  Many of us do, and the words of the Lord speak to this common human attribute.  May we examine our lives and apply our time and energy to those things that matter...leaving worry behind. June 18, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Where is your treasure?  Jesus reminds us in the Gospel today that where our treasure is, there will our heart be. June 17, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Jesus teaches us that forgiveness is a key component in our prayer to Our Father in Heaven.  May we put both into daily practice. June 16, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Elisha asks for and receives a double portion of Elijah's spirit.  This spirit, filled with God's power and grace, is our inheritance as baptized believers of Jesus Christ.  May we live this precious gift every day, in what we say and do! June 15, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

How do we break the cycle where evil begets evil?  Answer: God's grace through forgiveness!  May we acknowledge our sins, turn to the Lord, and open our hearts to the power of Christ's love...and then share that love with one another. June 14, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Forgiveness is often difficult, yet it is one of the defining features of the Christian Life.  We start by forgiving those closest to us, seeking to say "I'm sorry" and "I forgive you," and then calling upon the Lord for the help and strength we need. June 11, 2016 - St. Anthony Catholic Church - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Called by God, Barnabas shows us today how we can proclaim the Good News to the people in our lives. June 11, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

I had the gift of time with my nieces, who helped me with the homily today! June 10,2016 - My parents' house - Cumberland, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

The Lord reminds us that before we offer our gifts at the altar we go home and be reconciled with our family.   June 9, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

In our moments of trial and difficulty, we turn to the Lord and anchor our hope in the one who knows us, loves us, and guides us! June 8, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

"You are the Salt of the World...You are the Light of the World."  May the unique gift of our lives be used today to help one another - all for the glory of God! June 7, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Just as Jesus restored to life the Widow's Son in the Gospel of Luke, God can also touch our lives with power and grace.  Two thoughts emerge: What is dying and wounded in my life that requires the Lord's healing touch? What is one thing I can do today to share my life with others? June 5, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

Before they left for summer vacation, these 5th graders shared some thoughts about the Gospel reading. June 4, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

These 1st Graders offer some suggestions about how we can love one another, following the example of the love of Jesus which flows from his Sacred Heart.

Jesus simplifies the message in the Gospel today: Love God; Love One Another.  Now what are we going to do about it?! June 2, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.

As we wrap up the academic year at Cathedral School, we close one chapter of our lives and prepare for a new adventure with summer vacation.  Our homework: Go home to our family and share the light of Christ! June 1, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com For more podcasts go to "Catholic Inspiration" in iTunes.