Daily Mass: Jesus calls us by name for specific tasks in the world
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus calls forth the twelve apostles by name and sends them out with specific work to do. (Lectionary #315) January 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We yearn for the healing power of Christ
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus heals the desperate crowds, directing us to reflect on the need for his healing in our lives and relationships. (Lectionary #314) January 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Confronting the hardness of our hearts
Catholic Inspiration
While healing a man with a withered hand, Jesus encounters the Pharisees and confronts the hardness of their hearts...reminding us to look at our own hearts as well. (Lectionary #313) January 21, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus is the Lord of the sabbath
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus teaches about the sabbath and offers us an insight into his true identity as Lord. (Lectionary #312) January 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Making a change to live for the Lord
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus offers a couple of illustrations that help us understand that as we embrace a new life in Christ we turn away from old practices and embrace new changes in our lives. (Lectionary #311) January 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of the Year
Catholic Inspiration
Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #67) January 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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2nd Sunday of the Year: Behold, the Lamb of God!
Catholic Inspiration
John the Baptist points out Jesus to the crowds and declares, "Behold, the Lamb of God!" (Lectionary #64) January 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Jesus calls Levi
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus calls Levi and then dines with him and the "sinners" that are his friends. (Lectionary #310) January 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: We foster our faith in Christ and help one another
Catholic Inspiration
Jesus exerts his power to forgive sins and bring healing to a paralytic, revealing that he is God among us. (Lectionary #309) January 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Christ seeks our healing and peace
Catholic Inspiration
The compassion of Christ is revealed as he takes pity on a leper and wills his miraculous healing. (Lectionary #308) January 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineLive is precious and sacred - a gift from God that can invite us to consider two points:
- How am I using the unique talents and gifts I have been given?
- How am I cultivating a healthy life - taking care of what God has given me?
Jesus Christ values our lives; he paid for them with his blood on the Cross. May we cherish and live this precious gift with faith, hope, and love!
March 22, 2015 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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