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Christian in a Changing World - Getting in Shape

Catholic Inspiration

Release Date: 02/24/2015

Daily Mass: We practice our faith with persistence show art Daily Mass: We practice our faith with persistence

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Jesus offers a parable, encouraging his disciples to remain persistent in faith and prayer while trusting that the Lord longs to give them the good things that they need. (Lectionary #464) October 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: Lord, teach us to pray! show art Daily Mass: Lord, teach us to pray!

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After returning from his prayer in solitude, Jesus responds to a disciple's request and teaches the Lord's Prayer. (Lectionary #463) October 7, 2006 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: We draw near and listen to the Lord show art Daily Mass: We draw near and listen to the Lord

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Jesus speaks to Martha, explaining that Mary has chosen the better part by spending her time drawing near and listening to the Lord. (Lectionary #462) October 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: The Good Samaritan reveals who is our neighbor show art Daily Mass: The Good Samaritan reveals who is our neighbor

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When asked "Who is my neighbor?" Jesus responds with a parable about mercy, kindness, and service. (Lectionary #461) October 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Study, Pray, Serve: 28th Sunday of the Year show art Study, Pray, Serve: 28th Sunday of the Year

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Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 28th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #142) October 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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27th Sunday of the Year: The stone rejected...has become the cornerstone show art 27th Sunday of the Year: The stone rejected...has become the cornerstone

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Jesus addresses the chief priests and elders, quoting Psalm 118 and revealing how God brings forth great goodness out of rejection and suffering. (Lectionary #139) October 3, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: The triumph of Christ over evil show art Daily Mass: The triumph of Christ over evil

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The seventy-two disciples return to Jesus, rejoicing at how they cast out demons with the power of his name. (Lectionary #460) October 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: Angel of God, my guardian dear! show art Daily Mass: Angel of God, my guardian dear!

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We call upon our guardian angels for help in the midst of our own spiritual warfare. (Lectionary #459/650) October 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples show art Daily Mass: Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples

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Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples in pairs to towns he intends to visit, and his instruction to them applies to our lives today. (Lectionary #458) October 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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Daily Mass: The cost of discipleship show art Daily Mass: The cost of discipleship

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In conversation with others, Jesus reveals the cost and priority of discipleship.  When he looks at us and says, "Follow me," how will we respond? (Lectionary #457) September 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -  

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This is the 2nd of 3 presentations given at a Parish Mission on February 22-24, 2015 at Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI.  We look at three areas in life to determine our spiritual fitness:

  • Resources: the "stuff" in our lives
  • People: how we relate to others
  • Myself: Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul

Looking at these areas we ask three simple questions:

  1. What external measure can I use to evaluate my life?
  2. What patterns do I see?
  3. How does this help me be a better disciple of Christ? 

As we determine our fitness, we call upon the Lord to guide our efforts as we continue on our journey of faith.

February 23, 2015 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

Fr. Andrew Ricci

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