Daily Mass: The Gospel is accepted in Philippi
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Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth, opens her heart to the Gospel, and after having her entire household baptized, she offers hospitality to Paul and his companions. (Lectionary #291) May 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: Ascension of the Lord
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Here are some of the main themes that we find on the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord. (Lectionary #58) May 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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6th Sunday of Easter: When we walk together in faith, we mentor one another
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The First Letter of Peter offers practical advice about how we are to speak and act as disciples of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #55) May 9, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: St. Paul is guided by the Holy Spirit
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The Holy Spirit directs St. Paul, and in a vision he sets his course for Macedonia to proclaim the Good News. (Lectionary #290) May 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our faith in Christ guides our lives
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The decision from the Council of Jerusalem is received with great joy by the Gentiles in city of Antioch. (Lectionary #289) May 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The love of Christ guides a crucial discussion in the early Church
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The Council of Jerusalem reveals a lively discussion among the apostles, rooted in their love for the Lord Jesus they listen to one another. (Lectionary #288) May 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our lives are fruitful when we remain close to Christ
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Like the first major debate in the early Church, we engage in our challenging discussions with the strength of our faith in Christ that reflects the fruitfulness of our lives. (Lectionary #287) May 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We persevere with the faith of Christ
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In the midst of our hardships, we persevere in faith with the peace of Christ as our strength. (Lectionary #286) May 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: A case of mistaken identity
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Paul and Barnabas are mistaken for Hermes and Zeus after a miraculous healing. (Lectionary #285) May 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 6th Sunday of Easter
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Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #55) May 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineNote: In many parts of the world the Feast of the Ascension (one of my favorites) is moved to the 7th Sunday of Easter. That's true for my diocese, so today I am reflecting on the daily reading - where Paul is preaching the Gospel in Corinth while "earning his keep" at a trade - and reminds us that we find the Lord in both our work and our prayer.
May 5, 2016 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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