Daily Mass: Christian faith speaks to the mind and the heart
Catholic Inspiration
The people were "cut to the heart" as Peter preaches the Good News, inspiring us to drop our defenses and open our minds and hearts to Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #262) April 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our lives give witness to our faith in Christ
Catholic Inspiration
Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter preaches to crowd with boldness and conviction. (Lectionary #261) April 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of Easter
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the main themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday. (Lectionary #43) April 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Easter Sunday, the Resurrection of the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
THE LORD IS RISEN! HE IS RISEN, INDEED! Lectionary #42 April 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil
Catholic Inspiration
On this holy night we join the Church around the world as we celebrate the triumph of Christ our Light! (Lectionary #41) April 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Good Friday of the Lord's Passion
Catholic Inspiration
As we hear the Passion of the Lord on this Good Friday, may we join our sufferings and sacrifices to the Cross of Christ. (Lectionary #40) April 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Holy Thursday, the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper
Catholic Inspiration
Our reception of the Body and Blood of Christ instituted at the Last Supper sustains us for service in the world for the glory of God. (Lectionary #39) April 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Judas plots his betrayal
Catholic Inspiration
Judas plots his betrayal of Jesus, and the Lord acknowledges it right before the institution of the Eucharist. (Lectionary #259) April 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The darkness within Judas and Peter is revealed
Catholic Inspiration
At the Last Supper, the darkness within Judas and Peter is revealed, showing us how our unique temptations can weaken our hearts. (Lectionary #258) March 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: Easter Day
Catholic Inspiration
Let's examine some of the main themes in the readings for Easter Day. (Lectionary #42) March 30, 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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