Photo by Felipe Balduino on Pexels.com We are nourished with the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus, instituted at the Last Supper, so that we may humbly serve one another in the name of Christ. Mass Readings – Holy Thursday (#39) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

We are nourished with the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus, instituted at the Last Supper, so that we may humbly serve one another in the name of Christ. (Lectionary #39) April 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Mstudio on Pexels.com As Judas betrays Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, we reflect on those times when we have sinned and ask the Lord for pardon and forgiveness. Mass Readings – Wednesday of Holy Week (#259) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

As Judas betrays Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, we reflect on those times when we have sinned and ask the Lord for pardon and forgiveness. (Lectionary #259) April 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Jesus recognizes how sin has enslaved Judas in the darkness, reminding us that God knows our sins and desires to cast them out by light of grace. Mass Readings – Tuesday of Holy Week (#258) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus recognizes how sin has enslaved Judas in the darkness, reminding us that God knows our sins and desires to cast them out by light of grace. (Lectionary #258) April 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Ricky Esquivel on Pexels.com The Gospel of John reveals how Judas was a thief who stole from the money bag, and his particular temptation reminds us to acknowledge our own “weak spots” so that we can guard against falling into sin. Mass Readings – Monday of Holy Week (#257) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives…

Photo by Dom Gould on Pexels.com Let’s review some of the main themes in the Mass readings for Easter Day. 1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 10:34a,37-43 Peter proclaims the life, death and resurrection of Jesus to the crowd. The disciples are witnesses of Christ and testify on his behalf for the forgiveness of sins. Psalm 118: 1-2,16-17,22-23 “Th…

The Gospel of John reveals how Judas was a thief who stole from the money bag, and his particular temptation reminds us to acknowledge our own "weak spots" so that we can guard against falling into sin. (Lectionary #257) April 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

Let's review some of the main themes in the Mass readings for Easter Day. (Lectionary #42) April 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The Passion of the Lord is proclaimed within the shadow of the Cross, where we discover how love, sacrifice, and humility shape our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. Mass Readings – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion (#37/38) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives…

The Passion of the Lord is proclaimed within the shadow of the Cross, where we discover how love, sacrifice, and humility shape our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #37/38) April 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Bob Price on Pexels.com Following the miracle of Lazarus, the crowds follow Jesus and the Sanhedrin plots to kill him. Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Lent (#256) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Following the miracle of Lazarus, the crowds follow Jesus and the Sanhedrin plots to kill him. (Lectionary #256) April 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Psalm 18 affirms both the real struggle of life and the supreme strength of God, empowering us to engage our challenges with the Lord’s help. Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Lent (#255) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Stanislaus, pray for us!By Fr. Andrew Ricci

Psalm 18 affirms both the real struggle of life and the supreme strength of God, empowering us to engage our challenges with the Lord's help. (Lectionary #255) April 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com In this final installment of the six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew relates Matthew 16:13-28 to Philippians 2:1-11, showing how we follow the example of Christ and “empty ourselves” as we make a life-giving offering to the Lord. *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives…

In this final installment of the six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew relates Matthew 16:13-28 to Philippians 2:1-11, showing how we follow the example of Christ and "empty ourselves" as we make a life-giving offering to the Lord. April 10, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com God’s covenant with the people throughout salvation history finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, inviting us to uncover the treasure of our history to live our present reality with vibrant faith. Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Lent (#254) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives…

God's covenant with the people throughout salvation history finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, inviting us to uncover the treasure of our history to live our present reality with vibrant faith. (Lectionary #254) April 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

As Jesus continues speaking to the crowds, he teaches how his word is a truth that offers freedom from sin. (Lectionary #253) April 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Speaking to the Jewish crowds, Jesus proclaims that he is I AM, God present before time itself who will be recognized in the great saving work that takes place on the Cross. (Lectionary #252) April 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus proclaims that he is the light of the world, shining in the darkness with a brilliance that guides our lives. (Lectionary #251) April 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Let's examine some of the themes in the Mass readings for Palm Sunday. (Lectionary #38) April 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

As the crowd confronts Jesus with a woman caught in adultery, we discover a mercy from the Lord that cleanses our sins. (Lectionary #36) April 5, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

As the debate swirls around Jesus, we discern that in the messiness and distraction of life we find our strength when we focus on Christ. (Lectionary #249) April 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Psalm 34 speaks to our wounded and troubled hearts with the grace of God in our moments of need. (Lectionary #248) April 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

In this fifth of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28, showing how we "lose our lives" out of love for Christ as we confront death and embrace God's gift of life. April 3, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…

Jesus reveals that the Scriptures, the witness of John the Baptist, and his saving death and resurrection all point to the testimony that he is God. (Lectionary #247) April 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci

Jesus speaks to the Jews, revealing that he is God, the Son who has been given everything by the Heavenly Father, and before whom we will all stand one day for judgement. (Lectionary #246) April 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci