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.
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Offering "Catholic Inspiration" to help us unite our hearts to Jesus Christ as we Study, Pray and Serve.
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Photo by Ange Sista on Pexels.com Mary’s response to the angel Gabriel inspires us to reaffirm each day our desire to say yes to God. Mass Readings – Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (#689) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!…
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Photo by ADRIAN Lopez on Pexels.com Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent. 1st Reading – Isaiah 35:1-6a,10 All creation on earth will be renewed by the glory and splendor of the Lord. When God comes upon his people, the blind see, the deaf hear, the lame leap and the mute sing. Psalm – 146:6-10 “Lord, come and sav…
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Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Mary's response to the angel Gabriel inspires us to reaffirm each day our desire to say yes to God. (Lectionary #689) December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #7) December 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by George Becker on Pexels.com This four-part presentation was given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. 1st Talk – Christ our Light Fr. Andrew introduces the retreat with John 1:1-18 and invites us to put Christ at the center of our lives. 2nd Talk – Tending the flame of faith in our hearts Fr. Andrew discusses the many spiri…
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Advent Retreat #4 - Sharing the light with others
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This is the fourth presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew reflects on how we share the light of Christ in the unique context of our personal discipleship. 4th Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studypr…
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Advent Retreat #3 - Confronting the darkness in our lives
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This is the third presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew addresses the darkness in our lives, inviting us to draw near to the Light of Christ and confront the evil we perceive. 3rd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew…
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Advent Retreat #2 - Tending the flame of faith in our hearts
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This is the second presentation at the Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ in our lives" given at St. William Catholic Church on December 6, 2025. Fr. Andrew discusses the many spiritual tools that foster our faith, inviting us to discern what we need at this moment in time. 2nd Talk - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew …
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This is the first presentation of Advent Retreat "Welcoming the Light of Christ into our hearts" held at St. William Catholic Church on December 5, 2025. Fr. Andrew introduces the retreat with John 1:1-18 and invites us to put Christ at the center of our lives. 1st Talk - December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studypr…
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Photo by Thomas H. on Pexels.com John the Baptist calls the people to repent and acknowledge their sins as he prepares the way of the Lord. Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent (#4) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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2nd Sunday of Advent - Prepare the way of the Lord
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John the Baptist calls the people to repent and acknowledge their sins as he prepares the way of the Lord. (Lectionary #4) December 6, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by Ricky Esquivel on Pexels.com Observing the needs of the crowd, the heart of Jesus is filled with pity as he ministers to them and empowers the Twelve to do the same. Mass Readings – Saturday of the 1st Week of Advent (#180) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Nicholas, pray for us!…
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Daily Mass: We see the heart of Jesus in his ministry
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Observing the needs of the crowd, the heart of Jesus is filled with pity as he ministers to them and empowers the Twelve to do the same. (Lectionary #180) December 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by Jonathan Borba on Pexels.com Two blind men call Jesus by his messianic title, and Christ restores their sight with a healing miracle. Mass Readings – Friday of the 1st Week of Advent (#179) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Two blind men call Jesus by a messianic title, and Christ restores their sight with a healing miracle. (Lectionary #179) December 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Jesus invites us to both listen and act to his words, reminding us that when we are close to him we have the strength to face the storms of life. Mass Readings – Thursday of the 1st Week of Advent (#178) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. John Damascene, pray for us!By Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Jesus invites us to both listen and act to his words, reminding us that when we are close to him we have the strength to face the storms of life. (Lectionary #178) December 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by Clu00e9ment Proust on Pexels.com Jesus heals the crowds that come to him, and then he feeds them after blessing a few loaves and some fish. Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#177) *************** Catholic Inspiration Archives St. Francis Xavier, pray for us!By Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Jesus heals and strengthens our hearts
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Jesus heals the crowds that come to him, and then he feeds them after blessing a few loaves and some fish. (Lectionary #177) December 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by Designecologist on Pexels.com Rejoicing in the Holy Spirit, Jesus praises the Father and reminds us that we are blessed in what we have seen and heard of God’s revelation in the world. Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Advent (#176) *************** Catholic Inspiration ArchivesBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Our eyes are blessed to see Jesus
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Rejoicing in the Holy Spirit, Jesus praises the Father and reminds us that we are blessed in what we have seen and heard of God's revelation in the world. (Lectionary #176) December 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Photo by Top5Way Agency on Pexels.com Let’s take a look at some of the themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent. 1st Reading – Isaiah 11:1-10 The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon an ancestor of the line of Jesse, and he shall judge with justice, wisdom, and strength. Creation will experience profound peace, and the Gentile…
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Daily Mass: Lord I am not worthy...only say the word...
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A Roman centurion reveals a profound faith in Jesus that echoes in our response at every Mass to this very day. (Lectionary #175) December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Let's take a look at some of the themes that we find in the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent. (Lectionary #4) December 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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1st Sunday of Advent: Seeing God from a different point of view
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Advent offers us a profound opportunity to change our spiritual perspective when we open our hearts to silence and personal reflection. (Lectionary #1) November 29, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: The Lord offers sound spiritual guidance
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Jesus urges his disciples to avoid certain temptations and pray for the strength to remain vigilant in tough times. (Lectionary #508) November 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: We see and respond to the signs of the times
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Using an example from nature, Jesus exhorts his disciples to see clearly the signs of the times and respond with faithfulness to God. (Lectionary #507) November 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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On this Thanksgiving Day we pause to count our blessings and direct our gratitude toward God, others, and the simple joys that enrich our daily lives. (Lectionary #943-947) November 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: We turn to the Lord when times are tough
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The Lord makes it clear that there will be tough times in our spiritual lives, reminding us to lean into our faith when the going gets rough. (Lectionary #505) November 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: God is our strength in a changing world
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The Book of Daniel and the Gospel of Luke both reveal the changing aspects of life, inviting us to turn to the Lord for strength and guidance. (Lectionary #504) November 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comBy Fr. Andrew Ricci
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