Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #64) January 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The Baptism of the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
The baptism of the Lord reveals the Trinity and unleashes the fountain of grace that configures us to Christ and the Church. May we live our baptismal call in the world today! (Lectionary #21) January 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Lord takes delight in his people
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Psalm 149 reminds us of God's unconditional love for creation, inspiring us to seek the Lord always in the ups and downs of life. (Lectionary #217) January 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: An earnest prayer for healing
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A leper humbly comes before Jesus to plead for healing and walks away restored. (Lectionary #216) January 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our love for God directs us to love one another
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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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Daily Mass: Love drives out fear
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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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Daily Mass: God is love
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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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Daily Mass: We belong to God
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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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Study, Pray, Serve: The Baptism of the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
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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Epiphany: What will we offer to the Lord?
Catholic Inspiration
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 -
info_outlineOur encounter with God's mercy happens when we do three things:
- Clearly know our sins
- Choose to make a change
- Embrace our relationship with the Lord
When these three take place we can say from our heart: "O God, be merciful to me a sinner."
October 22, 2016 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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