Walking with the Lord in Holy Week - Presentation #4 - Easter
Release Date: 03/17/2015
Daily Mass: Jeremiah proclaims a message of hope in the face of persecution
Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah brings hope to the people in the midst of their persecution, reminding them that they are called by God to return to the Lord. (Lectionary #408) August 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Lord, teach me your statutes
Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 119 invites us to open our minds to receive the wisdom that comes when we seek the light of God's truth. (Lectionary #407) August 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 19th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #115) August 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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18th Sunday of the Year: An encounter with Christ brings healing and strength
Catholic Inspiration
Moved with pity, Jesus responds to the needs of the crowd by healing their sick and feeding their bodies and souls. (Lectionary #112) August 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jeremiah remains faithful in a moment of life and death
Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah remains adamant regarding his message to the people as God's prophet. His faith inspires us to be steadfast when the world opposes our faith in Christ. (Lectionary #406) August 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Lord in your great love, answer me!
Catholic Inspiration
Psalm 69 inspires us to call upon the Lord for help and strength in our moments of need. (Lectionary #405) July 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We are formed in the hands of God
Catholic Inspiration
Jeremiah offers a vibrant illustration of our lives under the care and guidance of God. (Lectionary #404) July 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The faith of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Catholic Inspiration
Mary, Martha, and Lazarus were close friends of Jesus, and their faith inspires us to draw near to Christ. (Lectionary #403/#607) July 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Sooner or later, we stand in judgment before the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a sobering reflection on the reality of final judgment, inviting us to reflect on our lives now and adjust accordingly. (Lectionary #402) July 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: When in doubt, start small!
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a couple of parables that reveal the power of starting small in our spiritual practice and continuing with discipline and consistency. (Lectionary #401) July 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineThis is the 4th 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.
The power of the Resurrection and subsequent outpouring of the Holy Spirit transforms the disciples - they have encountered the Risen Lord and no longer fear sin and death. Rather, they engage the world with Good News and share the gift of their lives with power and joy. This transformation must always be understood through the double lens of the Cross/Resurrection; only with a clear understanding of the sacrifice of Christ can we begin to truly appreciate the gift of Eternal Life. Two key concepts surface:
- Strength
- Sunrise...of Hope!
Our STRENGTH comes from the Lord. Through our daily encounter with Christ through prayer and sacrament we our empowered to choose our attitude and seek opportunities to live our faith in the unique and precious moments of each day.
Furthermore, the Good News of Christ leads to a SUNRISE of HOPE. We recognize that our personal witness is most authentic when our lives exude the hope and joy that come from Christ's resurrection. Guided by the Fruits of the Spirit, we can honestly look within our hearts and cast out anything that keeps us from God and one another.
March 12, 2015 - Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church - Green Valley, AZ
Fr. Andrew Ricci
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