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. He is currently the rector of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI. His website, Three Great Things, provides additional spiritual resources.
Episodes
21st Sunday of the Year: We follow Christ, the Son of the living God
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
Daily Mass: The crucial virtue of humility
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
Daily Mass: The two greatest commandments
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
Daily Mass: God invites, will we respond?
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
Daily Mass: There's still time to turn to the Lord!
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
Daily Mass: A cautionary teaching about wealth
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
Daily Mass: An important teaching about possessions
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
Study, Pray, Serve: 21st Sunday of the Year
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
20th Sunday of the Year: Persistent and constant faith
A Canaanite woman persists and does not quit in her desire to ask Jesus to heal her daughter. (Lectionary #118) August 15, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mary's Magnificat inspires us to proclaim God's glory in all aspects of our lives. (Lectionary #622) August 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The painful topic of divorce
The Pharisees attempt to test Jesus with the painful question of divorce. (Lectionary #417) August 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The task of forgiveness
Jesus responds to Peter's question about forgiveness with a powerful parable and a crucial command. (Lectionary #416) August 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Spiritual wisdom for our relationships
Jesus offers rich spiritual insight into different dynamics of our human relationships, helping us to heal when there is a problem and grow together in God's grace. (Lectionary #415) August 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: An insight about the greatest in the kingdom of heaven
Jesus teaches the disciples about how a person becomes great in the kingdom of heaven. (Lectionary #414) August 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The parable of a grain of wheat
Jesus offers a parable about a grain of wheat to illustrate the journey from death to new life that we find in the Paschal Mystery of Christ. (Lectionary #618) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 20th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 20th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #118) August 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
19th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with faith in Christ
Jesus walks on the water to the disciples, confronting their fears with an exhortation to grow in faith. (Lectionary #115) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The faith of a mustard seed
Jesus drives out a demon after the disciples are unable to do so, reminding them of the crucial need to foster their faith. (Lectionary #412) August 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: It is the Lord who deals death and gives life
The response from the Book of Deuteronomy instructs us to seek the Lord, who guides us through life and death. (Lectionary #411) August 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Transfiguration of the Lord
The Transfiguration of the Lord reveals the glory of Christ and inspires us to shine with the light of his understanding, courage, and love. (Lectionary #614) August 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord will guard us, as a shepherd guards his flock
Jeremiah reminds us that in our moments of darkness and fear, we turn and follow the Lord our shepherd. (Lectionary #409) August 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jeremiah proclaims a message of hope in the face of persecution
Jeremiah brings hope to the people in the midst of their persecution, reminding them that they are called by God to return to the Lord. (Lectionary #408) August 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Lord, teach me your statutes
Psalm 119 invites us to open our minds to receive the wisdom that comes when we seek the light of God's truth. (Lectionary #407) August 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 19th Sunday of the Year
Let's explore some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 19th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #115) August 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
18th Sunday of the Year: An encounter with Christ brings healing and strength
Moved with pity, Jesus responds to the needs of the crowd by healing their sick and feeding their bodies and souls. (Lectionary #112) August 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jeremiah remains faithful in a moment of life and death
Jeremiah remains adamant regarding his message to the people as God's prophet. His faith inspires us to be steadfast when the world opposes our faith in Christ. (Lectionary #406) August 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Lord in your great love, answer me!
Psalm 69 inspires us to call upon the Lord for help and strength in our moments of need. (Lectionary #405) July 31, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We are formed in the hands of God
Jeremiah offers a vibrant illustration of our lives under the care and guidance of God. (Lectionary #404) July 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The faith of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Mary, Martha, and Lazarus were close friends of Jesus, and their faith inspires us to draw near to Christ. (Lectionary #403/#607) July 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Sooner or later, we stand in judgment before the Lord
Jesus offers a sobering reflection on the reality of final judgment, inviting us to reflect on our lives now and adjust accordingly. (Lectionary #402) July 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: When in doubt, start small!
Jesus offers a couple of parables that reveal the power of starting small in our spiritual practice and continuing with discipline and consistency. (Lectionary #401) July 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 18th Sunday of the Year
Let's examine some of the themes in the readings for Mass on this 18th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #112) July 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
17th Sunday of the Year: Jesus Christ is our precious treasure
Jesus shows how the Kingdom of Heaven is a treasure beyond measure or price, and we embrace this treasure when we place the Lord at the center of our lives. (Lectionary #109) July 25, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord meets us where we are and leads us where he wants us to go
Jesus responds to a request from the mother of the sons of Zebedee, turning a moment of weakness into a spiritual insight that leads to service. (Lectionary #605) July 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord will guard us, as a shepherd guards his flock
Jeremiah offers us a powerful image about the strength and protection we have from God. (Lectionary #399) July 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: With you is the fountain of life, O Lord
Psalm 36 invites us to draw our strength from the Lord, the fountain of our lives. (Lectionary #398) July 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The example of St. Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene's encounter with the Risen Lord inspires us to turn to Christ and trust in him. (Lectionary #603) July 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We are part of Christ's family when we do the will of the Father
Christ welcomes us into his family when we do the will of our heavenly Father. (Lectionary #396) July 21, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jesus responds to a request for a sign
Jesus offers three insights when the scribes and Pharisees ask for a sign. (Lectionary #395) July 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 17th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes in our readings for the 17th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #109) July 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
16th Sunday of the Year: The Kingdom of Heaven transforms our lives
Jesus offers three parables that reveal insights about the Kingdom of Heaven. (Lectionary #106) July 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jesus fulfills a prophecy of Isaiah
Jesus, beloved by the Father and filled with the Spirit, fulfills Isaiah's prophecy with the proclamation of the Gospel message to the Gentiles. This is Good News! (Lectionary #394) July 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: You saved my life, O Lord, I shall not die!
We turn to the Lord for the strength we need as we confront the life and death issues that are part of our human experience. (Lectionary #393) July 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We rest in our relationship with the Lord
Jesus invites us into a relationship with him where we can set aside our burdens and rest in his love. (Lectionary #392) July 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Are we receptive and open to the Good News of Jesus Christ?
The Lord invites us to receive the Good News with the openness and receptivity of a little child. (Lectionary #391) July 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jesus rebukes the villages that did not repent
Jesus rebukes the villages of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum for not repenting after their direct interactions with the Lord. (Lectionary #390) July 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jesus Christ is the most important person in our lives
Jesus concludes the tenth chapter of Matthew's Gospel with the teaching that he is the most important person in our lives. (Lectionary #389) July 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 16th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 16th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #106) July 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
15th Sunday of the Year: What are we doing with what we've been given?
Jesus offers a parable (and an explanation!) that inspires us to prepare our hearts to become spiritually fruitful. (Lectionary #103) July 11, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Be not afraid!
Having warned his Apostles about the persecution they will face, Jesus exhorts them to cast out fear and embrace their faith. (Lectionary #388) July 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We face persecution with our faith in Christ
Jesus prepares his Apostles for the opposition that they will encounter as they carry out the Lord's work. (Lectionary #387) July 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We rely on the Lord
Sending out the Twelve Apostles to minister to the people, Jesus instructs them to rely on God alone as they carry out their work. (Lectionary #386) July 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: We receive and respond to the Lord's call
The Lord gives his authority to the Twelve, inspiring us to receive Christ's call in our hearts today and swiftly respond with joyful faith. (Lectionary #385) July 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The compassion of Christ brings us hope
The compassion of Christ inspires us to draw near to the Lord and be his ambassadors to others. (Lectionary #384) July 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Two examples of healing and faith
Jesus heals two different people in the context of great faith. (Lectionary #383) July 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 15th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 15th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #103) July 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
14th Sunday of the Year: In Christ we rest from our labor
We rest from the labors and burdens of this life through the revelation of the Good News we have in Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #100) July 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord speaks of peace to his people
We yearn for a peace from God that this world cannot provide, a peace that fosters kindness, truth, and justice. (Lectionary #382) July 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Thomas makes a proclamation of faith in Christ
In the presence of the Risen Lord, Thomas overcomes his doubts and makes a proclamation of faith. (Lectionary #593) July 3, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Jesus heals a paralytic
People bring a paralytic to Jesus, who both forgives his sins and heals his physical infirmity. (Lectionary #380) July 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI] Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord casts out demons with a word of command
Casting out demons with a word of command, Jesus reveals his divinity and inspires us to seek good and not evil in the course of our daily lives. (Lectionary #379) July 1, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Faith in the face of fear
Jesus challenges the faith of the disciples as they cry out in fear of drowning during a storm. (Lectionary #378) June 30, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Peter's profession of faith in Christ
Peter professes his faith that Jesus is the Christ, inspiring us to follow the Lord with all our hearts. (Lectionary #591) June 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 14th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 14th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #100) June 29, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
13th Sunday of the Year: We die to sin and rise to life with Christ
Paul reveals how through baptism we die to sin and rise to newness of life, inviting us to make the Lord our central priority and put to death whatever is not worthy of heaven. (Lectionary #97) June 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: A powerful example of faith
Jesus responds with amazement after he witnesses the powerful faith of a Roman centurion. (Lectionary #376) June 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The healing touch of Christ
The Lord's desire to heal a leper reveals his compassionate care for our souls. (Lectionary #375) June 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Will we build our lives on rock or sand?
Jesus challenges his disciples to conform their hearts and lives, entering into a living relationship with the Lord. (Lectionary #374) June 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The birth of John the Baptist
The birth of John the Baptist reveals the new and extraordinary way that God will work in the world, leading up to the coming of the Lord Jesus. (Lectionary #587) June 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord offers three practical, spiritual insights
Jesus offers spiritual wisdom regarding reverence, relationships, and personal practice. (Lectionary #372) June 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Stop judging!
The Lord exhorts his disciples to stop judging and start working to humbly assess the state of their own souls before they jump to conclusions about others. (Lectionary #371) June 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 13th Sunday of the Year
Let's explore some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 13th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #97) June 22, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
12th Sunday of the Year: We face our fears with face in Christ
The Lord's victory over sin and death gives us hope to embrace our faith in Christ to face our fears. (Lectionary #94) June 21, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Do not worry!
How often to we give in to useless worry? The Lord directs us to seek first God's kingdom and righteousness! (Lectionary #370) June 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: What is the treasure of our hearts?
The Lord offers a crucial spiritual principle that helps us to understand our deepest values and priorities. (Lectionary #369) June 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The Lord's Prayer
The Lord's Prayer summarizes the key points of the Gospel and directs our spiritual lives according to the teaching of Christ. (Lectionary #368) June 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving
The spiritual tools of almsgiving, prayer, and fasting provide us with powerful resources to grow in faith and direct our service to God in the world. (Lectionary #367) June 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: The daunting task to love our enemies
It is one of the toughest teachings of Christ: to love our enemies. (Lectionary #366) June 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Daily Mass: A teaching that restricts retaliation
The Lord offers guidance regarding our response to evil, urging us to avoid retaliation. (Lectionary #365) June 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Study, Pray, Serve: 12th Sunday of the Year
Here are some of the main themes in the Mass readings for the 12th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #94) June 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
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