Catholic Inspiration

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