Daily Mass: The sorrow of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Catholic Inspiration
On this Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows, we recall how Mary's steadfast trust in God empowered her to be present to Christ, even in the midst of overwhelming grief. (Lectionary #443/639) September 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 25th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Let's review the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #135) September 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Catholic Inspiration
In the midst of several recent high profile murders we gaze at the Cross of Christ, whose triumph inspires us to humbly engage one another with charity. (Lectionary #638) September 13, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Every tree is known by its fruit
Catholic Inspiration
The Lord offers practical insight to help us discern the type and quality of our spiritual lives. (Lectionary #442) September 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus addresses our spiritual blindness
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus calls out the spiritual blindness that encourages us to point out the failings of others when we neglect to observe our own first. (Lectionary #441) September 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Lord challenges us to love our enemies
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus challenges us to love our enemies. Why? Because God loves us...even when we are far from loveable. (Lectionary #440) September 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We focus on the Lord in the ups and downs of life
Catholic Inspiration
The Beatitudes in Luke's Gospel remind us to keep our focus on Christ throughout the changing landscape of our lives, grateful for our blessings and seeking grace in times of woe. (Lectionary #439) September 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Lord reveals the power of prayer
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus builds his earthly ministry upon a powerful connection with God in prayer, inspiring us to consider how we incorporate daily prayer into the rhythm of our lives. (Lectionary #438) September 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The example of Joseph and Mary inspires us to follow the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
On this Feast of the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we see in the example of the Holy Family an invitation to follow the Lord with all our heart and soul. (Lectionary #636) September 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. (Lectionary #638) September 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineThe Holy Spirit - the third Person of the Trinity - descended upon the disciples and empowered them to proclaim the Good News of Christ. With the power of the Spirit these disciples will change the world.
Here are two powerful ways the Spirit helps us:
- To find our path and direction - giving us guidance
- To provide power and strength - to carry out our tasks
The Spirit continues to work through us today - guiding and empowering us to live our lives for the Lord. Come Holy Spirit!
June 8, 2014 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci
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