The Lord's teaching in Luke's Gospel has powerful consequences for our spiritual lives. When we love - especially in difficult moments of conflict - we embrace the grace of Christ and live the gift of life at full power. This is not an easy teaching! The Lord, however, is always near to help us put his love into practice. February 19, 2022 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Catholic Inspiration

7th Sunday of the Year: Loving our enemies

We've all done it. We've all said things that we regret and wish we could unsay...because of the damage and pain they have called. The Letter of James reminds us all to tame our tongue! February 19, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Taming our tongue

The example of our lives (our "works") reveals our faith. This fruitfulness of our actions expresses our love for Christ. May our faith shine forth in the works we do as we offer our lives today. February 18, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: The work of our lives reveals our faith

The Letter of James uses a compelling example about how we can fall into the trap of partiality. May we recognize partiality when it is present, and call upon the Lord to help us see one another as brothers and sisters in Christ. February 17, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Show no partiality

The Letter of James offers sound advice regarding speech, anger and how we put our faith into practice. Our task? Get out there and live it. February 16, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Be doers of the word

All of us face temptations of different types and intensities throughout our lives. James exhorts us to persevere...hang in there! God gives us the grace to face them. February 15, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Persevere in times of temptation

During the next two weeks before Lent begins, the first reading at daily Mass will offer selections from the Letter of James. The introduction today will highlight some of the key themes that help us as we follow the Lord. February 14, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: An introduction to the Letter of James

Here are some of the themes in the readings for the 7th Sunday of the Year. February 14, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Study, Pray, Serve: 7th Sunday of the Year

The prophet Jeremiah reminds us that what we cultivate in our hearts will flourish in our lives. May we have the courage to take stock of the crop we find within and assess if it is worthy of the Lord. February 12, 2022 - Cathedral of Christ the King Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

6th Sunday of the Year: What's growing in our hearts?

This is a new low point for Israel. The kingdom is now hopelessly divided, idolatry is promoted throughout the land, and the people are far from God. Yet in the midst of this messiness the Lord remains faithful and present to those who call for help. February 12, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: In the messiness of life, stay close to Christ

As the kingdom breaks down and Jeroboam challenges Solomon, we see the devastating effects of division. May we apply the lesson to our own lives as well. February 11, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com    

Daily Mass: The kingdom is divided

Solomon's wives turn him toward the worship of other gods, so that his heart is no longer entirely for the Lord. May we be reminded how easy it is to let other things take the Lord's place in our lives. February 10, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Solomon commits idolatry

The queen of Sheba seeks out Solomon to listen to his responses to her questions. Her search for wisdom gently reminds us to draw near to those who help us grow in knowledge and insight. February 9, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: The queen of Sheba visits Solomon

Solomon's prayer at the dedication of the Temple serves as a crucial reminder to keep our relationship with the Lord anchored in prayer each and every. February 8, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Solomon's prayer

As his kingdom prospers, Solomon gives thanks to God and dedicates vast resources for the construction of the Temple which will house the Ark of the Covenant. February 7, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Daily Mass: Solomon builds the Temple

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