Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci offers inspirational homilies and talks to help people grow in faith. These reflections are part of his meditations at Three Great Things where we grow as disciples of the Lord through Study, Prayer, and Service.

Daily Mass: Starting small and growing our faith in Christ 01/30/2026

Daily Mass: Starting small and growing our faith in Christ Jesus offers two parables, showing how the Kingdom of God flourishes in our hearts and spreads out into the world. (Lectionary #321) January 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39511915

Daily Mass: What we measure out to others will be measured back to us 01/29/2026

Daily Mass: What we measure out to others will be measured back to us Jesus offers a sobering message, showing that how we act toward others will be the measure applied to ourselves. (Lectionary #320) January 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39509145

Daily Mass: What is growing in our hearts? 01/28/2026

Daily Mass: What is growing in our hearts? Jesus offers a parable about seed sown on the ground, inviting us to consider what is the spiritual crop that is growing in our hearts. (Lectionary #319) January 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39509005

Daily Mass: We join the Lord's family when we do the will of God 01/27/2026

Daily Mass: We join the Lord's family when we do the will of God When Mary and extended members of the family of Jesus appear, the Lord speaks to his disciples a message of hope that we can become part of his family when we do the will of God. (Lectionary #318) January 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39508820

Daily Mass: Confronting the darkness of evil 01/26/2026

Daily Mass: Confronting the darkness of evil Jesus responds to the scribes and speaks about the reality of evil in our world, inviting us to draw close to the Lord as we face the darkness in our lives. (Lectionary #520/317) January 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39491245

Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of the Year 01/26/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of the Year Let's take a look at some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #70) January 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39586670

3rd Sunday of the Year: The light of Christ restores our life 01/25/2026

3rd Sunday of the Year: The light of Christ restores our life Moving to Capernaum at the start of his earthly ministry, Jesus fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah and inspires hope in our hearts as we embrace the light of Christ to shine in our lives. (Lectionary #67) January 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39490975

Daily Mass: Living our faith when the world wants to mock us 01/24/2026

Daily Mass: Living our faith when the world wants to mock us Relatives of Jesus claim that he is "out of his mind" and remind us that as we live our faith we may face forces that seek to undermine our life in Christ. (Lectionary #316) January 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39490885

Daily Mass: Jesus calls us by name for specific tasks in the world 01/23/2026

Daily Mass: Jesus calls us by name for specific tasks in the world 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39490195

Daily Mass: We yearn for the healing power of Christ 01/22/2026

Daily Mass: We yearn for the healing power of Christ 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39490110

Daily Mass: Confronting the hardness of our hearts 01/21/2026

Daily Mass: Confronting the hardness of our hearts 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39489980

Daily Mass: Jesus is the Lord of the sabbath 01/20/2026

Daily Mass: Jesus is the Lord of the sabbath 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39489890

Daily Mass: Making a change to live for the Lord 01/19/2026

Daily Mass: Making a change to live for the Lord 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39489845

Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of the Year 01/19/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of the Year 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39586545

2nd Sunday of the Year: Behold, the Lamb of God! 01/18/2026

2nd Sunday of the Year: Behold, the Lamb of God! 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39489740

Daily Mass: Jesus calls Levi 01/17/2026

Daily Mass: Jesus calls Levi 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39489660

Daily Mass: We foster our faith in Christ and help one another 01/16/2026

Daily Mass: We foster our faith in Christ and help one another 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39488375

Daily Mass: Christ seeks our healing and peace 01/15/2026

Daily Mass: Christ seeks our healing and peace 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39488230

Daily Mass: Our prayer life drives our action in the world 01/14/2026

Daily Mass: Our prayer life drives our action in the world The intensity of the earthly ministry of Jesus is guided by his focused and intentional prayer. January 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39488175

Daily Mass: The teaching and authority of Jesus 01/13/2026

Daily Mass: The teaching and authority of Jesus The authority of Jesus is revealed through his teaching and ability to drive out demons. (Lectionary #306) January 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39488105

Daily Mass: Christ calls us to follow him 01/12/2026

Daily Mass: Christ calls us to follow him The Lord continues the message of John the Baptist to repent, and then he begins to call the first disciples: Peter, Andrew, James and John. (Lectionary #305) January 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39488040

Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of the Year 01/12/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 2nd Sunday of the Year 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39585990

The Baptism of the Lord 01/11/2026

The Baptism of the Lord 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39685890

Daily Mass: The Lord takes delight in his people 01/10/2026

Daily Mass: The Lord takes delight in his people 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39607900

Daily Mass: An earnest prayer for healing 01/09/2026

Daily Mass: An earnest prayer for healing 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39619690

Daily Mass: Our love for God directs us to love one another 01/08/2026

Daily Mass: Our love for God directs us to love one another 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39619610

Daily Mass: Love drives out fear 01/07/2026

Daily Mass: Love drives out fear 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39609405

Daily Mass: God is love 01/06/2026

Daily Mass: God is love 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39609310

Daily Mass: We belong to God 01/05/2026

Daily Mass: We belong to God 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39607835

Study, Pray, Serve: The Baptism of the Lord 01/05/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: The Baptism of the Lord 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 - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39585895

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