Daily Mass: The parable of a grain of wheat
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Jesus offers a parable about a grain of wheat to illustrate the journey from death to new life that we find in the Paschal Mystery of Christ. (Lectionary #618) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 20th Sunday of the Year
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Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #118) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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19th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with faith in Christ
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Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, confronting their fears with an exhortation to grow in faith. (Lectionary #115) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The faith of a mustard seed
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Jesus drives out a demon after the disciples are unable to do so, reminding them of the crucial need to foster their faith. (Lectionary #412) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: It is the Lord who deals death and gives life
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The response from the Book of Deuteronomy instructs us to seek the Lord, who guides us through life and death. (Lectionary #411) August 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Transfiguration of the Lord
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The Transfiguration of the Lord reveals the glory of Christ and inspires us to shine with the light of his understanding, courage, and love. (Lectionary #614) August 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Lord will guard us, as a shepherd guards his flock
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Jeremiah reminds us that in our moments of darkness and fear, we turn and follow the Lord our shepherd. (Lectionary #409) August 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jeremiah proclaims a message of hope in the face of persecution
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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
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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
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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 -
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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