1st Sunday of Lent - Be with me Lord, when I am in Trouble
Release Date: 02/14/2016
Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the just judge
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus reflects on his relationship with the Heavenly Father, revealing that he will be the judge of all creation at the end of time. (Lectionary #246) March 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: A physical healing with spiritual implications
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Jesus heals a man and then gently encourages him to avoid sin, teaching us to reflect on the healing we require in all aspects of our lives. (Lectionary #245) March 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: A lesson in intercessory prayer
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A royal official comes to Jesus and asks for the healing of his son. (Lectionary #244) March 16, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 5th Sunday of Lent
Catholic Inspiration
Let's explore some of the themes we discover in the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #34) March 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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"Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 3rd Night - Offering our lives for the Lord
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This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 3rd night how we face life and death as we make an offering of our lives out of love for the Lord Jesus. March 10, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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4th Sunday of Lent: We call upon the Lord to see clearly in our lives
Catholic Inspiration
Both physical and spiritual sight are revealed in the Mass readings as Jesus heals a man born blind and Samuel is directed by God to look past outward appearances and gaze into the heart. (Lectionary #31) March 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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"Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 2nd Night - Our response to Satan's obstacles
Catholic Inspiration
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 2nd night the spiritual obstacles of deception, temptation, and fear, and then shows how we can respond through daily prayer, sacraments, and service. March 9, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: O God, be merciful to me a sinner
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Jesus offers a parable, revealing how those who exalt themselves will be humbled, but those who humble themselves will be exalted. March 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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"Carry Your Cross" Parish Mission: 1st Night - We confess that Jesus is Lord
Catholic Inspiration
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this first night the significance of the Cross of Christ and shows how we draw near to the Lord Jesus through the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love. March 8, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The command to love
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When asked by a scribe what is the greatest commandment, Jesus quotes Deuteronomy and Leviticus regarding the love of God and neighbor. March 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineThose moments...when our guts constrict and the air goes out of our lungs. The times in life when we are overwhelmed, lost, consumed by pain or grief, feeling abandoned, tempted to the breaking point...
And Jesus understands. Forty days of solitude in the wilderness, hungry and thirsty, the Lord triumphed over the temptations of Satan. It is crucial to note that these temptations - over physical needs, personal power/control, and death itself - would all be faced by Christ at Calvary. What's more, he will triumph!
Our faith reminds us of two key facts. Yes there will be times of trial, but as we confront the reality of life we do so equipped with the victory of Jesus. We face our struggles with God's grace, and we call upon the Lord as we say:
Be with me Lord, when I am in trouble!
February 14, 2016 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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