Walking with the Lord in Holy Week - Presentation #1 - Palm Sunday
Release Date: 03/23/2015
Daily Mass: Let your mercy come to us, O Lord
Catholic Inspiration
We cling to the Lord as the source of our strength, trusting in the Lord's mercy and love. (Lectionary #468) October 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The lesson of the sign of Jonah
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When asked for a sign, Jesus tells the crowds that only the sign of Jonah to repent will be given. (Lectionary #467) October 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 29th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the themes found in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #145) October 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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28th Sunday of the Year: We respond to God's banquet invitation
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God invites us to a banquet, both in heaven and on earth. Will we respond and be prepared to attend? (Lectionary #142) October 10, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We are blessed when we hear and observe the Word of God
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Jesus teaches the crowd that we are blessed when we hear and observe the Word of God. (Lectionary #466) October 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: By the finger of God, Christ drives out demons
Catholic Inspiration
After driving out a demon, Jesus addresses a comment from the crowd that teaches about his authority and urges us to remain vigilant in our spiritual battle. (Lectionary #465) October 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We practice our faith with persistence
Catholic Inspiration
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!
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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
Catholic Inspiration
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
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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 -
info_outlineThis is the 1st of four presentations given at a Parish Mission on March 9-12, 2015 for Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church in Green Valley, Arizona.
This presentation sets the stage of Holy Week by discussing several key points:
- Passover - the feast celebrating the deliverance of the people of Israel from their bondage in Egypt
- Sabbath - the "7th Day" of the week (Saturday) which is dedicated to the Lord, beginning on sundown on Friday and running through sundown on Saturday
- Temple - the great structure, a holy place sacred to the Jews but also a lightning rod for political unrest against foreign rule
- Roman Empire - controlling the unstable region for its strategic position in commerce and military rule, constantly on the watch for rebellion and instability
- Jesus of Nazareth - the great teacher, healer, and prophet - the Son of God who initiates the encounter, knows what will happen, and embraces his mission (like a firefighter who runs toward the danger, not away)
March 9, 2015 - Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church - Green Valley, AZ
Fr. Andrew Ricci
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