Daily Mass: The persecution of the Church becomes a source of grace
Catholic Inspiration
Driven to its knees by persecution, the Church thrives with God's grace and guidance...inspiring us to face our challenges today and never, ever, quit! (Lectionary #275) April 17, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory -Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The martyrdom of Stephen
Catholic Inspiration
Stephen is martyred for his faith in Christ, revealing to us the cost of discipleship and the price that some must pay to follow the Lord. (Lectionary #274) April 16, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Stephen's ministry results in opposition and attack
Catholic Inspiration
Stephen, filled with wisdom and the Holy Spirit, draws the wrath of a group who offers false witnesses to stir up the crowd against him. (Lectionary #273) April 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Easter
Catholic Inspiration
Let's examine some of the themes in the Mass readings on the 4th Sunday of Easter. (Year B, Lectionary #50) April 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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3rd Sunday of Easter: We study the Bible to learn about the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus opens the minds of the disciples so that they understand how he fulfills the Scriptures, inspiring us to study God's Word and learn about the Lord. (Lectionary #47) April 13, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Church responds to growing pains with wisdom and the Holy Spirit
Catholic Inspiration
The Apostles appoint seven men - filled with wisdom and the Holy Spirit - to serve the needs of the people as the Church continues to grow. (Lectionary #272) April 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We stay close to the Lord for guidance and strength
Catholic Inspiration
Gamaliel, a member of the Sanhedrin, offers a powerful principle for spiritual life. (Lectionary #271) April 12, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Bold speech in the presence of opposition
Catholic Inspiration
Peter's bold response to the Sanhedrin reveals the power of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of the Apostles. (Lectionary #270) April 11, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Fervent faith in the face of opposition
Catholic Inspiration
Filled with the Holy Spirit, the Apostles overcome imprisonment and fearlessly proclaim the Good News. (Lectionary 269) April 10, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: The Risen Lord was lifted up on the Cross for our salvation
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus speaks to Nicodemus about how the Son of man must be lifted up on the Cross for the salvation of all who believe in him. (Lectionary #268) April 9, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineThe Christmas story touches our hearts and gets past our defenses. Why? Because babies evoke a loving response! God's love story with humanity helps us see how the Lord - in taking on our human form - helps us to draw near through the gentleness of an infant. May the Christ child take us by the hand and lead us this Christmas to embrace our faith and give glory to God through the gift of our lives.
December 24, 2016 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com