Daily Mass: We offer our lives, following the example of Christ
Catholic Inspiration
Paul teaches in his Letter to the Philippians how Christ empties himself for the salvation of the world, inspiring us to follow the Lord's example and live accordingly. (Lectionary #486) November 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We pray for all the faithful departed
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Eternal Rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen! November 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 32nd Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the main themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 32nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #154) November 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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All Saints: We learn from the saints how to shine with the light of Christ
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They come in all shapes, sizes, styles and skills...yet the saints (for all their unique differences and human limitations) have one thing in common: they were close to Jesus, the source of their light and eternal life. (Lectionary #667) October 31, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus teaches about humility
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Teaching about humility, Jesus offers a parable that has many modern day applications. (Lectionary #484) October 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We serve the Lord in a variety of wonderful ways
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus heals on the sabbath and reduces the Pharisees to silence. (Lectionary #483) October 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus sets his sights on Jerusalem
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Responding to the crowd, Jesus laments and admonishes the city of Jerusalem, where he travels to fulfill his saving work on the Cross. (Lectionary #482) October 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Christ calls us by name
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Jesus chooses the Twelve apostles from among his disciples, calling them by name for service and mission. (Lectionary #666) October 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus offers two parables about the Kingdom of God
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Jesus uses two parables to illustrate qualities about the Kingdom of God. (Lectionary #480) October 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus heals on the sabbath
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Jesus heals on the sabbath and responds to a challenge from the synagogue leader. (Lectionary #479) October 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineThe Cross of Christ - ugly, filthy with the blood of countless victims, jagged, and splintered - becomes the sign of the depth and breadth of agony Jesus endured. As he embraces his suffering, the Cross becomes a bridge whereby he unites with all humanity, meeting us in our most profound moments of weakness and sin, and gives us hope through his triumph over death.
We must understand the Cross in the light of Easter joy:
- For if we only focus on the Cross then we have no hope; life becomes dark and filled with despair.
- And if we only focus on Easter joy then we have no respect for the gift of the Lord's Passion; we do not appreciate the price that was paid for our salvation.
We look to the Cross and allow Christ's Passion to touch our lives. We unite with Jesus and give grateful thanks that he has redeemed us in every aspect of our lives.
Come to the Cross and unite your heart to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ.
Be redeemed by Love Himself, who gave his life to save and set us free.
April 3, 2015 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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