Podcast appearances and mentions of andrew ricci

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

Paul preaches how Jesus fulfills salvation history through his resurrection from the dead, inviting us to follow the Risen Lord and be his witnesses in the world. (Lectionary #283) May 16, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Speaking in the synagogue in Antioch, Paul sums up salvation history and shows how it culminates in Jesus Christ.  (Lectionary #282) May 15, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Matthias is chosen to replace the vacancy left by Judas Iscariot, reminding us that God continues to choose disciples today. (Lectionary #564) May 14, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Good News is being preached outside of Jerusalem, and the Church is growing as both Jews and Greeks believe in Jesus. (Lectionary #280) May 13, 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 5th Week of Easter.  (Lectionary #54) May 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Peter recounts how the Holy Spirit comes upon some Gentiles, revealing how the Good News of Jesus Christ extends to all people.  (Lectionary #279) May 12, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

On this Mother's Day weekend, we recall the sacrifices of our moms as we look to the example of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who is our Good Shepherd. (Lectionary #51) May 11, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The Holy Spirit directs and empowers Peter, who does mighty miracles in the name of Jesus.  (Lectionary #278) May 10, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Through the power of the Holy Spirit, Saul proclaims the faith that he formerly persecuted, and Ananias overcomes fear to bring God's healing. (Lectionary #277) May 9, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci 

Guided by the Holy Spirit, Philip engages conversation with a court official and leads him to faith in Jesus. (Lectionary #276) May 8, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Following the martyrdom of Stephen, the Church flourishes even as it is persecuted with violence. (Lectionary #275) May 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

After speaking to the Sanhedrin and the people, Stephen dies for his faith that Jesus is the Christ and messiah. (Lectionary #274) May 6, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Stephen, speaking with wisdom and the Holy Spirit, encounters opposition as he proclaims the Good News to the people. (Lectionary #273) May 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #51) May 5, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus asks Peter, "Do you love me?" three times, underscoring the Lord's loving response to our human weaknesses by meeting us where we are and inviting us to love as God loves us. (Lectionary #48) May 3, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Jesus teaches about his relationship with the Father and reveals how he works in and through our lives.  (Lectionary #561) May 3, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Gamaliel points out to the Sanhedrin that if something is of human origin it will destroy itself, while if it is of God it will be unstoppable.  (Lectionary #271) May 2, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

As the Apostles stand their ground before the Sanhedrin, their faith is sustained in the midst of trial by the power of Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #270) May 1, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

John 3:16 is one of the most well known texts in the Bible, and these words continue to inspire our faith in Jesus Christ today. (Lectionary #269) April 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

United in their faith in Jesus Christ, the early Christian community was of one heart and mind.  (Lectionary #268) April 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Let's examine some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter. (Lectionary #48) April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Returning to the other disciples with praise and prayer, Peter and John recount the Sanhedrin's response to a healing miracle done in the name of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #267) April 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Appearing to the disciples after his resurrection, Christ gives them peace, the Holy Spirit, and the task to continue his work to go out into the world and proclaim the Good News. (Lectionary #45) April 26, 2025 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Having received the Good News that Jesus Christ is risen, we have courage and conviction to witness our faith with boldness. (Lectionary #266) April 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

St. Peter's bold speech before the Sanhedrin reveals how he has grown in faith through his encounter with the Risen Christ and the fullness of the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #265) April 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Both Acts of the Apostles and the Gospel of Luke follow a pattern where an amazing event leads to an opportunity to show how God has worked in our past so that we can live in the present as faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #264) April 24, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com