Daily Mass: When distracted by life, we follow Christ
Catholic Inspiration
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
Catholic Inspiration
"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
Catholic Inspiration
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!
Catholic Inspiration
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
Catholic Inspiration
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
Catholic Inspiration
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
Catholic Inspiration
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
Catholic Inspiration
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 -
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Daily Mass: St. Stephen, the First Martyr
Catholic Inspiration
Chapters six and seven in the Acts of the Apostles focus largely on Stephen, the first martyr whose witness reminds us of the true cost of discipleship...demanding even our lives out of love for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Christmas: Christ is our light!
Catholic Inspiration
May the joy and grace of this Christmas touch our hearts and kindle within us the fire of faith. Let the light of Christ shine in the world! (Lectionary #14 - Mass at Night) December 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineAt the end of A Christmas Carol Scrooge chooses to make a change in his life that will affect everything. In the Gospel, Mary chooses to embrace the message of the angel Gabriel.
Our choices carry powerful consequences for ourselves and those around us. Sometimes they are major events in life, but often they occur throughout a day as we freely decide to either step up (seeking what is good) or step down (giving in to temptation and sin).
This Christmas, may the choices we make be guided by the love and grace of Jesus Christ!
December 21, 2014 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci
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