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: The healing touch of Christ 06/26/2026

Daily Mass: The healing touch of Christ The Lord's desire to heal a leper reveals his compassionate care for our souls. (Lectionary #375) June 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41799215

Daily Mass: Will we build our lives on rock or sand? 06/25/2026

Daily Mass: Will we build our lives on rock or sand? Jesus challenges his disciples to conform their hearts and lives, entering into a living relationship with the Lord. (Lectionary #374) June 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41799140

Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist 06/24/2026

Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist The birth of John the Baptist reveals the new and extraordinary way that God will work in the world, leading up to the coming of the Lord Jesus. (Lectionary #587) June 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41783500

Daily Mass: The Lord offers three practical, spiritual insights 06/23/2026

Daily Mass: The Lord offers three practical, spiritual insights Jesus offers spiritual wisdom regarding reverence, relationships, and personal practice. (Lectionary #372) June 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41738010

Daily Mass: Stop judging! 06/22/2026

Daily Mass: Stop judging! The Lord exhorts his disciples to stop judging and start working to humbly assess the state of their own souls before they jump to conclusions about others. (Lectionary #371) June 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41686450

Study, Pray, Serve: 13th Sunday of the Year 06/22/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 13th Sunday of the Year Let's explore some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 13th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #97) June 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41496090

12th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with face in Christ 06/21/2026

12th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with face in Christ The Lord's victory over sin and death gives us hope to embrace our faith in Christ to face our fears. (Lectionary #94) June 21, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41712075

Daily Mass: Do not worry! 06/20/2026

Daily Mass: Do not worry! How often to we give in to useless worry? The Lord directs us to seek first God's kingdom and righteousness! (Lectionary #370) June 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41686390

Daily Mass: What is the treasure of our hearts? 06/19/2026

Daily Mass: What is the treasure of our hearts? The Lord offers a crucial spiritual principle that helps us to understand our deepest values and priorities. (Lectionary #369) June 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41686355

Daily Mass: The Lord's Prayer 06/18/2026

Daily Mass: The Lord's Prayer The Lord's Prayer summarizes the key points of the Gospel and directs our spiritual lives according to the teaching of Christ. (Lectionary #368) June 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41686220

Daily Mass: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving 06/17/2026

Daily Mass: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving The spiritual tools of almsgiving, prayer, and fasting provide us with powerful resources to grow in faith and direct our service to God in the world. (Lectionary #367) June 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41674030

Daily Mass: The daunting task to love our enemies 06/16/2026

Daily Mass: The daunting task to love our enemies It is one of the toughest teachings of Christ: to love our enemies. (Lectionary #366) June 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41579455

Daily Mass: A teaching that restricts retaliation 06/15/2026

Daily Mass: A teaching that restricts retaliation The Lord offers guidance regarding our response to evil, urging us to avoid retaliation. (Lectionary #365) June 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41579155

Study, Pray, Serve: 12th Sunday of the Year 06/15/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 12th Sunday of the Year Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 12th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #94) June 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41495785

11th Sunday of the Year: Our sacrifices reveal our love for Jesus Christ 06/14/2026

11th Sunday of the Year: Our sacrifices reveal our love for Jesus Christ The Letter to the Romans shows how God's love is revealed through the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross, inspiring us to follow the Lord for sacrificial service in the world. (Lectionary #91) June 13, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41635195

Daily Mass: The Lord offers practical advice about our speech 06/13/2026

Daily Mass: The Lord offers practical advice about our speech Jesus instructs his disciples to avoid making false oaths and rash vows, rather letting our "yes" mean yes and "no" mean no. (Lectionary #364) June 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41578955

Daily Mass: Christ offers us rest from our labors and burdens 06/12/2026

Daily Mass: Christ offers us rest from our labors and burdens The Sacred Heart of Jesus offers us rest from the weariness of the labors and burdens of life. (Lectionary #170) June 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41578735

Daily Mass: The crucial call to reconcile 06/11/2026

Daily Mass: The crucial call to reconcile Jesus teaches his disciples about the crucial role of reconciliation. (Lectionary #362) June 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41578520

Daily Mass: Christ fulfills the law and the prophets 06/10/2026

Daily Mass: Christ fulfills the law and the prophets Coming not to abolish but to fulfill the law and the prophets, Jesus invites us to study the Scriptures and know the story of salvation history. (Lectionary #361) June 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41578250

Daily Mass: Christ calls us to be salt and light 06/09/2026

Daily Mass: Christ calls us to be salt and light Jesus teaches us that we are salt and light in the world, reminding us to not waste the opportunity to glorify our Heavenly Father by our good works. (Lectionary #360) June 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41578125

Daily Mass: The Beatitudes 06/08/2026

Daily Mass: The Beatitudes The Beatitudes introduce the Sermon on the Mount and remind us that as disciples of Christ we follow the Lord on the long journey that leads to eternal life. (Lectionary #359) June 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41502545

Study, Pray, Serve: 11th Sunday of the Year 06/08/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: 11th Sunday of the Year Here are some of the key themes in the Mass readings for the 11th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #91) June 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41492995

Corpus Christi: The Body and Blood of Christ nourishes our lives 06/07/2026

Corpus Christi: The Body and Blood of Christ nourishes our lives The "Bread of Life" discourse in the sixth chapter of John's Gospel reveals how the Body and Blood of Jesus fosters our life in God. (Lectionary #167) June 6, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41560325

Daily Mass: Sacrifices reveal the depth of our love in Christ 06/06/2026

Daily Mass: Sacrifices reveal the depth of our love in Christ Contrasting examples of outward show and surplus wealth, Jesus reveals the extraordinary sacrifice of a poor widow who gives all that she has for the glory of God. (Lectionary #358) June 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41502465

Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is Lord! 06/05/2026

Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is Lord! Quoting Psalm 110, Jesus reveals the messianic promise, rightfully claiming the title "Lord" and our allegiance. (Lectionary #357) June 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41502365

Daily Mass: We love God and one another 06/04/2026

Daily Mass: We love God and one another Quoting Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Leviticus 19:18, Jesus teaches us the two greatest commandments: to love God and one another. (Lectionary #356) June 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41502280

Daily Mass: We stir into flame the gift of God 06/03/2026

Daily Mass: We stir into flame the gift of God 2nd Timothy offers a powerful illustration to foster our faith as we "stir into flame" the gift of God. (Lectionary #355) June 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41500915

Daily Mass: Jesus cleverly responds to a trap 06/02/2026

Daily Mass: Jesus cleverly responds to a trap Jesus responds to a trap set by the Pharisees and Herodians, inviting us to offer the gift of our lives - made in God's image and likeness - to the Lord. (Lectionary #354) June 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41500780

Daily Mass: A practical exhortation for the faith from St. Peter 06/01/2026

Daily Mass: A practical exhortation for the faith from St. Peter 2nd Peter offers a practical exhortation to foster one's faith that draws on elements of mind and heart, virtue and endurance, devotion, love, and self-control. (Lectionary #353) June 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41484085

Study, Pray, Serve: The Body and Blood of Christ 06/01/2026

Study, Pray, Serve: The Body and Blood of Christ Let's examine some of the themes in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, sometimes called Corpus Christi. (Lectionary #167) June 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/41483955

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