Catholic Inspiration

Even though his liberty is limited under house arrest, Paul continues to proclaim the Good News of Jesus to the best of his ability. (Lectionary #302) June 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Even though Paul is not present, Festus speaks to King Agrippa and Bernice about his words and actions for Jesus. (Lectionary #301) June 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Standing before the Sanhedrin in Jerusalem, Paul trusts in God and bears witness to Christ as he is sent to Rome. (Lectionary #300) June 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul makes his farewell to the Church at Ephesus, and the people respond with heartfelt emotion and concern. (Lectionary #299) June 4, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Warned by the Holy Spirit, Paul speaks to the people and prepares them for his departure. (Lectionary #298) June 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

While on a journey in Ephesus, Paul encounters a group of men that is transformed when they are baptized and receive the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #297) June 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

There are MANY choices for Mass readings on the feast of Pentecost, so let's focus on the themes we find in the Gospel options. (Lectionary #63) June 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Before he ascends into heaven, Jesus promises the disciples that the power of the Holy Spirit will come upon them to be Christ's witnesses to the ends of the earth. (Lectionary #58) May 31, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The encounter between Mary and Elizabeth reveals the coming of Jesus Christ, inviting us to seek out our own encounters with the Lord in prayer, sacrament, and Adoration. (Lectionary #572) May 31, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Lord speaks to Paul in a vision, "Do not be afraid. Go on speaking and do not be silent for I am with you!" (Lectionary #295) May 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul arrives in Corinth and immediately begins to pour out his life in service for the Gospel by earning a living and preaching the Good News. (Lectionary #294) May 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul's failure in Athens does not lead to discouragement; rather, he remains faithful to Christ and continues to preach the Gospel in other cities. (Lectionary #293) May 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Beaten with rods and thrown into prison, Paul and Silas pray and sing hymns during an earthquake and lead the jailer to faith in Christ. (Lectionary #292) May 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul travels in the region of Macedonia to Philippi, successfully preaching the Gospel for the first time in Europe.  (Lectionary #291) May 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's examine some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Ascension of the Lord. (Lectionary #58) May 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Longing for peace in our lives, we call upon the Holy Spirit to receive Christ's promise of a peace unlike anything we can find in this world. (Lectionary #57) May 24, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul is directed by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Gospel in Macedonia. (Lectionary #290) May 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Apostles communicate their decision to the Gentile communities regarding the essential requirements for living the Christian faith. (Lectionary #289) May 23, 2025 - Cathedral Rector - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

As the Apostles gather and discuss, they determine that we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ...Jew and Gentile alike. (Lectionary #288) May 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

As the Gentiles embrace the Good News of Christ, a debate emerges among the disciples: do you have to be Jewish to believe in Jesus? (Lectionary #287) May 21, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Paul and Barnabas endure persecution as they proclaim the Gospel, reminding the disciples that, "it is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God." (Lectionary #286) May 20, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

While preaching the Good News, Paul heals a crippled man and finds himself mistaken for a pagan god. (Lectionary #285) May 19, 2025 - 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 6th Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #57) May 19, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Guided by the Lord's initiative and example, we carry out Christ's commandment to love one another and measure our discipleship accordingly. (Lectionary #54) May 17, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Filled with joy and the Holy Spirit, Paul and Barnabas successfully preach the Gospel message even as they are persecuted.  (Lectonary #284) May 17, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com