Catholic Inspiration

Fr. Andrew Ricci, a priest of the Diocese of Superior, offers inspirational podcasts of homilies and talks given from a variety of pastoral settings. Fr. Andrew is currently the rector of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI. His website - Three Great Things - is found at www.studyprayserve.com

Daily Mass: We see and respond to the sign of the times

Just as we recognize the signs in nature to discern the weather, so too, we discern God's presence in our lives and adjust our spiritual lives accordingly. (Lectionary #477) October 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-24
05:49

Daily Mass: The Lord comes to set the earth on fire

Jesus speaks of the fire he brings to the earth as he approaches his baptism, inviting us to embrace the flame of faith to purify our hearts and be ready to stand with Christ. (Lectionary #476) October 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-23
06:17

Daily Mass: We have been entrusted with great blessings

The Lord challenges to recognize our blessings and live them with conviction. (Lectionary #475) October 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-22
06:09

Daily Mass: Be vigilant, inside and out

The Lord reminds us to vigilant and ready to respond whenever God knocks on the door of our hearts. (Lectionary #474) October 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-21
06:42

Daily Mass: The Lord teaches us to guard against greed

A comment from the crowd prompts Jesus to challenge his disciples to guard against all forms of greed.  (Lectionary #473) October 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-20
06:46

Study, Pray, Serve: 30th Sunday of the Year

Let's explore some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #150) October 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-20
11:19

29th Sunday of the Year: Our help is from the Lord

Psalm 121 gives us hope when we are exhausted and empty; our help is from the Lord! (Lectionary #147) October 18, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-19
11:41

Daily Mass: Jesus shows us how to live our faith in the world

Jesus sends out seventy-two disciples to prepare people for his coming, and he shows them how they are to live and act in a practical and powerful way. (Lectionary #661) October 18, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-18
06:22

Daily Mass: A warning against hypocrisy and fear

Jesus offers a warning against the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and the difference between a physical and a spiritual death. (Lectionary #471) October 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studprayserve.com  

10-17
07:49

Daily Mass: Out of the depths we cry to you, O Lord

Psalm 130 dramatically reminds us of our limitations and sinfulness as we trust in the Lord and cry for help. (Lectionary #470) October 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-16
05:24

Daily Mass: There is no partiality with God

Both the Letter to the Romans and the Gospel of Luke offer a blistering commentary on us when we pass judgment without humbly recognizing our own sins. (Lectionary #469) October 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-15
07:31

Daily Mass: We pay attention to what is on the inside

The Lord challenges us to explore the state of our inner hearts, giving us an outward action to cleanse our souls through almsgiving. (Lectionary #468) October 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-14
06:17

Daily Mass: The sign of Jonah calls us to repent

Jesus urges us to embrace the sign of Jonah and repent of our sins. (Lectionary #467) October 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-13
06:11

Study, Pray, Serve: 29th Sunday of the Year

Let's examine the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 29th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #147) October 13, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-13
08:20

28th Sunday of the Year: Gratitude is powerful spiritual medicine

A newly healed Samaritan leper returns to Jesus, praising God and filled with gratitude...inviting us to cultivate a thankful heart that fosters honesty, humility and joy. (Lectionary #144) October 11, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-12
10:11

Daily Mass: We are blessed when we hear and act on the word of God

Jesus teaches that we are blessed when we hear the word of God and observe it. (Lectionary #466) October 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-11
07:48

Daily Mass: Demons are driven out by the finger of God

Responding to a comment from the crowd, Jesus addresses the power by which he casts out demons.  (Lectionary #645) October 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-10
06:57

Daily Mass: Christ invites us to ask, seek, and knock with persistence

Speaking to his disciples, the Lord invites his followers to ask, seek, and knock with persistent effort as they call upon the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #464) October 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-09
06:34

Daily Mass: Luke's version of the Lord's Prayer

Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer to his disciples in the Gospel of Luke. (Lectionary #463) October 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-08
06:27

Daily Mass: Mary & Martha

Jesus responds with deep friendship to both Mary and Martha. (Lectionary #462) October 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

10-07
06:11

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