Catholic Inspiration

This is the fourth 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 respond to others who have first "opened the door" to a conversation about God. March 7, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus drives out a demon and then responds to the crowd that by the finger of God this work is done, proclaiming that the Kingdom of God is at hand. (Lectionary #240) March 7, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches that he has come, not to abolish, but to fulfill the Law and the Prophets.  May we learn our history in order to recognize and respond to the precious treasure of our faith in Christ. (Lectionary #239) March 6, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a parable, highlighting the crucial commandment to forgive one another from the heart.  (Lectionary #238) March 5, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus is rejected in his native place of Nazareth, reminding us that we are often most challenged to share our faith with the people to whom we are the closest. (Lectionary #237) March 4, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #32) March 4, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord's cleansing of the sellers and money changers in the temple area invites us to consider what steps we need to take to cleanse the temple of our hearts. (Lectionary #29) March 3, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The parable of the Prodigal Son brings hope to our hearts as we observe the Father's compassionate response to both of his sons. (Lectionary #235) March 2, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Offering a parable to the scribes and Pharisees, Jesus speaks about his suffering and rejection, showing us the path that leads from the Cross into newness of life. (Lectionary #234) March 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

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