Catholic Inspiration

Jesus invites the people to live for the Lord with conviction, empowering our faith in God to direct our lives. (Lectionary #445) September 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Today we recall the sorrow of Mary as she endured the passion and death of her Son on the Cross. (Lectionary #444/639) September 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus speaks to Nicodemus, revealing God's love for the world through the Cross of Christ. (Lectionary #638) September 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass Readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #133) September 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a parable that makes it clear that forgiveness is non-negotiable for a disciple of Christ. (Lectionary #130) September 12, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers two rich spiritual insights that have tremendous potential to guide our lives. (Lectionary #442) September 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers practical spiritual advice that urges us to examine with a humble heart our own faults first before we call out the sins of others. (Lectionary #441) September 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus exhorts his disciples to love, forgive, give, bless, pray, and stop judging and condemning one another...for the measure with which we measure will be measured back to us! (Lectionary #440) September 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus speaks of blessings and woes, reminding us that in the ups and downs of life we cultivate gratitude so that we can keep ourselves grounded regarding our need for God. (Lectionary #439) September 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

In the midst of the messy reality that flows through our family, friendships, and relationships in the course of our lives, God is with us - weaving and guiding grace into the fabric of our lives. (Lectionary #636) September 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord teaches us that to seek goodness and life guides us how to live our lives with vibrant faith in the midst of the many options and choices that we face each day. (Lectionary #437) September 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 24th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #130) September 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord offers profound, practical wisdom to engage in moments of conflict, daring to have hard conversations so that we can overcome division and foster healing and reconciliation. (Lectionary #127) September 5, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

We profess with all our hearts that Jesus Christ is Lord...and we configure our lives accordingly. (Lectionary #436) September 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Psalm 37 inspires us to turn to the Lord for salvation, joy, and hope! (Lectionary #435) September 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus invites Peter and the first disciples to join him and become fishers-of-men. (Lectionary #434) September 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The crowds draw near to Jesus as he teaches, preaches, drives out demons, and cure the sick. (Lectionary #433) September 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus reveals his power and authority when recognized by a demon, inviting us to call upon the Lord when we confront evil in our lives. (Lectionary #432) September 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com

The Lord returns to Nazareth and the people - trapped in the childhood past of Jesus - are unable to recognize the God at work in their midst. (Lectionary #431) August 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the main themes in the Mass Readings for the 23rd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #127) August 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus speaks to Peter and calls out Satan's temptation, inspiring us to engage in our own personal spiritual warfare, knowing that when we seek to follow Christ we will be tempted to stray.  In those moments, we call upon our faith in Christ! (Lectionary #124) August 29, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The cruel death of John the Baptist reveals the reality of evil in our world, inspiring us to engage our faith in the face of darkness. (Lectionary #430/634) August 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Christ offers a parable that invites us to be prepared to bring our best effort each day, facing the challenges and emergencies that are part of the adventures of daily life. (Lectionary #429) August 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Each day is a special gift, and when we remain awake, alert, and vigilant we recognize this gift from God and live it to the best of our ability. (Lectionary #428) August 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul's message to the Thessalonians exhorts us to take a close look at what we are doing with the gift of lives each and every day.  We've got work to do! (Lectionary #427) August 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Our spiritual life grows from the inside out, reminding us to pay careful attention to what we put into our hearts, minds, and souls. (Lectionary #426) August 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Psalm 145 reminds us that God's majestic kingdom is proclaimed through our words and actions as we follow Jesus Christ with all our hearts. (Lectionary #629) August 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the central themes in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #124) August 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Peter professes that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God...inviting us to make the same life-changing profession from our hearts. (Lectionary #121) August 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches his disciples that the path to greatness occurs through humble service, recognizing that it is the Lord who is at the center of our lives. (Lectionary #424) August 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus cites Deuteronomy 6:5 and Leviticus 19:18 to summarize the two greatest commandments: to love God and love your neighbor as yourself. (Lectionary #423) August 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a challenging parable that exhorts us to respond to God's invitation, mindful that our choices will result in eternal consequences. (Lectionary #422) August 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a parable that promises us hope that there is still time to turn to the Lord and offer our lives in his service. (Lectionary #421) August 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a sobering teaching about the obstacle that riches can become, keeping us from the path that leads to eternal life. (Lectionary #420) August 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus meets a young man who is eager to gain eternal life, but he walks away sad because he is hampered by his many possessions. (Lectionary #419) August 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's explore some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 21st Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #121) August 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

A Canaanite woman persists and does not quit in her desire to ask Jesus to heal her daughter.  (Lectionary #118) August 15, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Mary's Magnificat inspires us to proclaim God's glory in all aspects of our lives. (Lectionary #622) August 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Pharisees attempt to test Jesus with the painful question of divorce. (Lectionary #417) August 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus responds to Peter's question about forgiveness with a powerful parable and a crucial command. (Lectionary #416) August 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers rich spiritual insight into different dynamics of our human relationships, helping us to heal when there is a problem and grow together in God's grace. (Lectionary #415) August 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches the disciples about how a person becomes great in the kingdom of heaven. (Lectionary #414) August 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus offers a parable about a grain of wheat to illustrate the journey from death to new life that we find in the Paschal Mystery of Christ. (Lectionary #618) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #118) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, confronting their fears with an exhortation to grow in faith. (Lectionary #115) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus drives out a demon after the disciples are unable to do so, reminding them of the crucial need to foster their faith. (Lectionary #412) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The response from the Book of Deuteronomy instructs us to seek the Lord, who guides us through life and death. (Lectionary #411) August 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Transfiguration of the Lord reveals the glory of Christ and inspires us to shine with the light of his understanding, courage, and love. (Lectionary #614) August 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jeremiah reminds us that in our moments of darkness and fear, we turn and follow the Lord our shepherd. (Lectionary #409) August 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jeremiah brings hope to the people in the midst of their persecution, reminding them that they are called by God to return to the Lord. (Lectionary #408) August 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com