Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight is strengthened through fasting and prayer
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The prophetess, Anna, who spends her days in fasting and prayer, recognizes Jesus as the awaited messiah when Joseph and Mary present him in the temple. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord
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Let's look at the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary - Year ABC, #20) December 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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The Holy Family: Our families become holy when Christ is in our midst
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The Holy Family did not have an easy life; however, they were able to face their challenges with the grace and strength of Jesus in their midst. (Lectionary #17) December 28, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: When the innocent suffer, we call upon the Lord for the strength we need
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The massacre of the holy innocents demands that we acknowledge when atrocities occur, we call upon the Lord Jesus who meets us in these horrors and redeems them through his death and resurrection on the Cross. (Lectionary #698) Mass Readings - December 28, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our lives give witness to Christ
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The example of John, the beloved disciple who wrote both a Gospel and three letters, inspires us to share our faith with others through the experiences we have seen and heard. (#697) December 27, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Our strength comes from God in moments of trial
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The martyrdom of Stephen reveals the cost of discipleship, empowering us to hold on to our faith even when it is unpopular, uncomfortable, and unpleasant. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Christmas - May the light of Christ shine in our hearts!
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As a tiny flame can grow to a blazing bonfire, the tiny baby born in Bethlehem becomes the light of the world. May our hearts be open to receive the light and love of Jesus Christ this Christmas so we can shine as his witnesses in the world. Merry Christmas, my friends! (Lectionary #13, 14, 15, 16) December 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord!
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Zechariah praises God as he recognizes that his newborn son will one day prepare the people for the coming of the Messiah. (Lectionary #200) December 24, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Daily Mass: Are we prepared and ready for the Lord?
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When Elizabeth is asked what name will be given her newborn son, she announces (and Zechariah confirms) that his name is John. (Lectionary #199) December 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for Feast of the Holy Family. (Lectionary - Year ABC, #17) December 23, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci -
info_outlineIn football, trick plays are sometimes used to fake out an opponent with misdirection - focusing on something unimportant while the play is happening somewhere else. Life works the same way: it is easy to spend our time and resources on trivial matters and miss out on critical issues.
The Lord points this out in the Gospel today, inviting us to concentrate on the battle within our hearts. Here are three things to consider:
- Using an Examination of Conscience
- Going to Confession
- Daily Prayer and Sunday Mass
Through regular use we strengthen our hearts and focus our lives on important things, asking the Lord for the help and guidance we need to conquer our daily battles.
August 30, 2015 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
Fr. Andrew Ricci - studyprayserve.com
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