Catholic Inspiration
The First Letter of John challenges us to put our love for God into practice as we love the people in our lives. (Lectionary #215) January 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The First Letter of John reminds us that the love of God drives out fear from our hearts and engages us to live for the Lord. (Lectionary #214) January 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The First Letter of John teaches that God is the source of all love, revealed through creation and the redemption we have in Christ Jesus. (Lectionary #213) January 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The First Letter of John offers practical spiritual insight regarding how we test situations and stay close to Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #212) January 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Let's explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Baptism of the Lord. (Lectionary #21, A) January 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory -Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, the Magi inspire us to consider what we will offer to the Lord. (Lectionary #20) January 3, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Psalm 98 invites us to both receive and share the hope we have in the saving power of God. (Lectionary #206) January 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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When asked by the priests and Levites, John the Baptist bluntly states, "I am not the Christ." His example reminds us to keep our focus on the Lord, especially when we are absorbed and distracted by the demands of daily life. (Lectionary #205) January 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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"Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart." May the example of the Mother of God inspire us to pause and ponder how our faith directs our lives as we embark on a New Year. (Lectionary #18) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The Prologue to John's Gospel reveals how John gave testimony that Jesus is the Messiah, inviting us to consider how we give witness that Christ is our Lord today. (Lectionary #204) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineMary's title "Mother of God" began when she said "yes" to the Angel Gabriel. Chosen by the Father, she bore her Son who would be the bridge between Heaven and Earth...to save and set us free. Thus, Mary was the instrument by which the Son of God came into the world.
Which is another way of saying that God works through people. God chooses the unlikely to do amazing things...with the Lord's help.
Mary offers us an example about how we can cooperate with God's grace. When we say "yes" to the Lord new possibilities arise. As we embark on this New Year may we be open to the Lord's call in our lives and allow Christ to work through us to proclaim Good News in the world.
January 1, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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