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: 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

Epiphany: What will we offer to the Lord? 01/04/2026

Epiphany: What will we offer to the Lord? Bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, the Magi inspire us to consider what we will offer to the Lord. (Lectionary #20) January 3, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39602830

Daily Mass: All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God 01/03/2026

Daily Mass: All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God Psalm 98 invites us to both receive and share the hope we have in the saving power of God. (Lectionary #206) January 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39598420

Daily Mass: When distracted by life, we follow Christ 01/02/2026

Daily Mass: When distracted by life, we follow Christ When asked by the priests and Levites, John the Baptist bluntly states, "I am not the Christ." His example reminds us to keep our focus on the Lord, especially when we are absorbed and distracted by the demands of daily life. (Lectionary #205) January 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39587760

Mary, the Mother of God 01/01/2026

Mary, the Mother of God "Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart." May the example of the Mother of God inspire us to pause and ponder how our faith directs our lives as we embark on a New Year. (Lectionary #18) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39581600

Daily Mass: We testify that Jesus Christ is Lord 12/31/2025

Daily Mass: We testify that Jesus Christ is Lord The Prologue to John's Gospel reveals how John gave testimony that Jesus is the Messiah, inviting us to consider how we give witness that Christ is our Lord today. (Lectionary #204) December 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39569220

Daily Mass: Lord, help us to grow! 12/30/2025

Daily Mass: Lord, help us to grow! Jesus returns to Nazareth with Mary and Joseph, where he will grow in strength and wisdom. (Lectionary #203) December 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39558045

Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight evokes a response of faith 12/29/2025

Daily Mass: Our spiritual sight evokes a response of faith The Canticle of Simeon illustrates how we respond when our spiritual sight reveals God at work in our lives. (Lectionary #202) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39520260

Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord 12/29/2025

Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord. (Lectionary #20) December 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39286350

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph 12/28/2025

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph On this feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we recognize that our families become blessed when we welcome Christ into our hearts and homes. (Lectionary #17) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39544050

Daily Mass: The witness of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist 12/27/2025

Daily Mass: The witness of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist St. John's witness of the Gospel invites us to consider how we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in the context of our daily lives. (Lectionary #697) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39520080

Daily Mass: St. Stephen, the First Martyr 12/26/2025

Daily Mass: St. Stephen, the First Martyr Chapters six and seven in the Acts of the Apostles focus largely on Stephen, the first martyr whose witness reminds us of the true cost of discipleship...demanding even our lives out of love for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #696) December 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39519935

Christmas: Christ is our light! 12/25/2025

Christmas: Christ is our light! May the joy and grace of this Christmas touch our hearts and kindle within us the fire of faith. Let the light of Christ shine in the world! (Lectionary #14 - Mass at Night) December 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39532150

Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel! 12/24/2025

Daily Mass: Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel! Zechariah offers his canticle of praise, inspiring us to count our blessings and thank the Lord for gift of life and faith as we prepare for the birth of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #200) December 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39518800

Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord 12/23/2025

Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord Given a new and different name from his family, the birth of John the Baptist reveals God's hand at work in salvation history to do something extraordinary in preparation for the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #199) December 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39513130

Daily Mass: We count our blessings and praise the Lord 12/22/2025

Daily Mass: We count our blessings and praise the Lord Both Mary and Hannah offer praise and thanksgiving to God, inviting us in these last days of Advent to count our blessings and offer our lives for the Lord. (Lectionary #198) December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39404305

Study, Pray, Serve: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph 12/22/2025

Study, Pray, Serve: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the feast of the Holy Family. (Lectionary #17) December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39286105

4th Sunday of Advent: Our faith gives strength to our lives 12/21/2025

4th Sunday of Advent: Our faith gives strength to our lives The example of St. Joseph in the Gospel of Matthew inspires us to cultivate our spiritual lives so that we might have the direction and strength we need to journey through our world. (Lectionary #10) December 20, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39483705

Daily Mass: Let the Lord enter! 12/20/2025

Daily Mass: Let the Lord enter! Psalm 24 directs us to open our hearts and receive the king of glory into our lives. (Lectionary #196) December 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39404080

Daily Mass: We receive the Good News in our hearts 12/19/2025

Daily Mass: We receive the Good News in our hearts The encounter between Zechariah and the angel Gabriel reveals God's Good News and invites us to welcome this message with joyful and open hearts. (Lectionary #195) December 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39463880

Daily Mass: We strive for God's justice and peace 12/18/2025

Daily Mass: We strive for God's justice and peace Psalm 72 inspires us to call upon the Lord for the grace to promote God's justice and peace in our daily lives. (Lectionary #194) December 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39449875

Daily Mass: The family tree of Jesus as told by Matthew 12/17/2025

Daily Mass: The family tree of Jesus as told by Matthew Matthew reveals the Israelite lineage of Jesus, reminding us that God works in the messiness of life and invites us to grow in faith. (Lectionary #193) December 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39403330

Daily Mass: Christ invites us to do the Father's will 12/16/2025

Daily Mass: Christ invites us to do the Father's will Jesus offers a parable to the chief priests and elders, challenging them to repent and turn to God. (Lectionary #188) December 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39402950

Daily Mass: Teach me your ways, O Lord 12/15/2025

Daily Mass: Teach me your ways, O Lord Psalm 25 invites us to seek out the Lord for life-long learning and instruction. (Lectionary #187) December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39402700

Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Advent 12/15/2025

Study, Pray, Serve: 4th Sunday of Advent Let's explore the themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #10) December 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39285115

3rd Sunday of Advent: Christ fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah 12/14/2025

3rd Sunday of Advent: Christ fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah Responding to a question from John the Baptist, Jesus references a prophecy from Isaiah with the works of his earthly ministry and reveals his identity as the messiah. (Lectionary #7) December 13, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - /episode/index/show/threegreatthings/id/39397995

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