Catholic Inspiration

Jesus offers a powerful spiritual insight to help us see into the heart by the fruitfulness of daily life. (Lectionary #373) June 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The birth of John the Baptist begins his extraordinary ministry where he prepares the people for the coming of our savior, Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #586) June 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord directs us to stop judging, being mindful that the we will be measured by the measure we apply to others. (Lectionary #371) June 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.  (Lectionary #591) June 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians underscores the teaching of the Eucharist, emphasizing that Christ both defines what it is and then commands the disciples to do it in his memory. (Lectionary #169) June 21, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Rather than spend our time on useless worry, Jesus directs his disciples to "seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness." (Lectionary #370) June 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

"Where your treasure is, there also will your heart be." (Lectionary #369) June 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer to his disciples, underscoring the crucial role of forgiveness in the Christian life.  (Lectionary #368) June 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

St. Paul reminds the people of Corinth that God's abundant grace is manifest when we cheerfully share our blessings with one another.  (Lectionary #367)

Here it is.  One of the toughest, most challenging teachings that Jesus offers:  Love your enemies. (Lectionary #366) June 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus sets a new standard for his disciples regarding how they are to respond to injustice. (Lectionary #365) June 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. (Lectionary #169) June 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul's Letter to the Romans and the Gospel of John reveal how the Holy Trinity restores peace, love, and truth to our lives. (Lectionary #166) June 14, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches us to use direct language that avoids making rash vows and focuses instead on truth, sincerity, and conviction. (Lectionary #364) June 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Just as a simple clay pot can hold a precious treasure, our fragile and wounded lives carry the extraordinary gift of God's triumphant grace. (Lectionary #363) June 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord commands us to make reconciliation a priority in our spiritual lives. (Lectionary #362) June 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The life of St. Barnabas inspires us to be both disciples and apostles for the Lord Jesus, giving witness to Christ by what we say and do. (Lectionary #580/361) June 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Christ reminds us that we are his salt and light, enhancing and illuminating the world by the gift of our lives.  (Lectionary #360) June 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus entrusts Mary to the beloved disciple, saying, "Behold your mother." (Lectionary #572A) June 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's explore some of the themes that we discover in the Mass Readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. (Lectionary #166) June 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com