Epiphany: What will we offer to the Lord?
Catholic Inspiration
Bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, the Magi inspire us to consider what we will offer to the Lord. (Lectionary #20) January 3, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God
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Psalm 98 invites us to both receive and share the hope we have in the saving power of God. (Lectionary #206) January 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: When distracted by life, we follow Christ
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When asked by the priests and Levites, John the Baptist bluntly states, "I am not the Christ." His example reminds us to keep our focus on the Lord, especially when we are absorbed and distracted by the demands of daily life. (Lectionary #205) January 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Mary, the Mother of God
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"Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart." May the example of the Mother of God inspire us to pause and ponder how our faith directs our lives as we embark on a New Year. (Lectionary #18) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We testify that Jesus Christ is Lord
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The Prologue to John's Gospel reveals how John gave testimony that Jesus is the Messiah, inviting us to consider how we give witness that Christ is our Lord today. (Lectionary #204) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Lord, help us to grow!
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Jesus returns to Nazareth with Mary and Joseph, where he will grow in strength and wisdom. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight evokes a response of faith
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The Canticle of Simeon illustrates how we respond when our spiritual sight reveals God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #202) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary #20) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
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On this feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we recognize that our families become blessed when we welcome Christ into our hearts and homes. (Lectionary #17) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The witness of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist
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St. John's witness of the Gospel invites us to consider how we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in the context of our daily lives. (Lectionary #697) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineIn football, trick plays are sometimes used to fake out an opponent with misdirection - focusing on something unimportant while the play is happening somewhere else. Life works the same way: it is easy to spend our time and resources on trivial matters and miss out on critical issues.
The Lord points this out in the Gospel today, inviting us to concentrate on the battle within our hearts. Here are three things to consider:
- Using an Examination of Conscience
- Going to Confession
- Daily Prayer and Sunday Mass
Through regular use we strengthen our hearts and focus our lives on important things, asking the Lord for the help and guidance we need to conquer our daily battles.
August 30, 2015 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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