Daily Mass: Christ calls us to be salt and light
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Jesus teaches us that we are salt and light in the world, reminding us to not waste the opportunity to glorify our Heavenly Father by our good works. (Lectionary #360) June 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Beatitudes
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The Beatitudes introduce the Sermon on the Mount and remind us that as disciples of Christ we follow the Lord on the long journey that leads to eternal life. (Lectionary #359) June 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 11th Sunday of the Year
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Here are some of the key themes in the Mass readings for the 11th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #91) June 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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Corpus Christi: The Body and Blood of Christ nourishes our lives
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The "Bread of Life" discourse in the sixth chapter of John's Gospel reveals how the Body and Blood of Jesus fosters our life in God. (Lectionary #167) June 6, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Sacrifices reveal the depth of our love in Christ
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Contrasting examples of outward show and surplus wealth, Jesus reveals the extraordinary sacrifice of a poor widow who gives all that she has for the glory of God. (Lectionary #358) June 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is Lord!
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Quoting Psalm 110, Jesus reveals the messianic promise, rightfully claiming the title "Lord" and our allegiance. (Lectionary #357) June 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We love God and one another
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Quoting Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Leviticus 19:18, Jesus teaches us the two greatest commandments: to love God and one another. (Lectionary #356) June 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We stir into flame the gift of God
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2nd Timothy offers a powerful illustration to foster our faith as we "stir into flame" the gift of God. (Lectionary #355) June 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus cleverly responds to a trap
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Jesus responds to a trap set by the Pharisees and Herodians, inviting us to offer the gift of our lives - made in God's image and likeness - to the Lord. (Lectionary #354) June 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: A practical exhortation for the faith from St. Peter
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2nd Peter offers a practical exhortation to foster one's faith that draws on elements of mind and heart, virtue and endurance, devotion, love, and self-control. (Lectionary #353) June 1, 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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