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Let's explore some of the themes we discover in the Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #34) March 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 3rd night how we face life and death as we make an offering of our lives out of love for the Lord Jesus. March 10, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Both physical and spiritual sight are revealed in the Mass readings as Jesus heals a man born blind and Samuel is directed by God to look past outward appearances and gaze into the heart. (Lectionary #31) March 15, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers a parable, revealing how those who exalt themselves will be humbled, but those who humble themselves will be exalted. March 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this 2nd night the spiritual obstacles of deception, temptation, and fear, and then shows how we can respond through daily prayer, sacraments, and service. March 9, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 4th presentation, Fr. Andrew discusses the spiritual insights that we discover when we examine the impact of time, money, and people in our daily lives. March 12, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
When asked by a scribe what is the greatest commandment, Jesus quotes Deuteronomy and Leviticus regarding the love of God and neighbor. March 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This Parish Mission took place at St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Eau Claire, WI on March 8-10, 2026. Referencing Matthew 16:13-28, Fr. Andrew discusses on this first night the significance of the Cross of Christ and shows how we draw near to the Lord Jesus through the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love. March 8, 2026 - St. James the Greater Catholic Church - Eau Claire, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
After driving out a demon, Jesus addresses the crowd and reveals the coming of the Kingdom of God. (Lectionary 240) March 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus tells his disciples that he has come to fulfill the law and the prophets, inviting us to take the Scriptures to heart and put them into practice. (Lectionary #239) March 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers a parable about the crucial, non-negotiable need for forgiveness. (Lectionary #238) March 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers examples from Elijah and Elisha to remind us that God works powerfully in our lives in ways that we might not always expect. (Lectionary #237) March 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #31) March 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, drawing out her faith as she invites others to meet the Lord. (Lectionary #28) March 8, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Fr. Andrew spoke to the OCIA class about some crucial aspects of forgiveness as we live our faith in Christ. March 5, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus tells the parable of the Prodigal Son, inviting us to reflect on the times that we have turned away from our Heavenly Father, who longs to bring us back into the family of faith. (Lectionary #235) March 7, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 3rd presentation, Fr. Andrew outlines the practical aspects of self-knowledge, feedback from others, the example of a mustard seed, and discipline. March 5, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus quotes Psalm 118 and shows the people how he fulfills salvation history. (Lectionary #234) March 6, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers the parable of the rich man and Lazarus to illustrate how we have the opportunity to use the resources of our faith for our actions here on earth inn in order to prepare for the eternal consequences in the world to come. (Lectionary #233) March 5, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
We offer our lives in service of God and one another, carrying our crosses and following the Lord Jesus. (Lectionary #232) March 4, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Lord invites us to humbly serve one another, offering our lives for the glory of God. (Lectionary #231) March 3, 2026 - 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 3rd Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #28) March 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Lord offers practical spiritual advice, reminding us that the measure we use will be used on us. (Lectionary #230) March 2, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Transfiguration of Jesus reveals the glory of God, offering us hope as we face our tough times in this life. (Lectionary #25) February 28, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers a brutal teaching: love your enemies. May we pray for the grace to carry out this commandment! (Lectionary #229) February 28, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus offers his disciples a crucial insight into the power of anger and how it can warp us in the spiritual life. (Lectionary #228) February 27, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This six part series explores how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 2nd presentation Fr. Andrew discusses some of the key components of the spiritual life for consideration, including Daily Prayer, Sacraments, Scripture, Saints, Study, Virtue, Spiritual Direction, Liturgical Life, and Service. February 26, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus invites his disciples to persist as they follow God above all else. (Lectionary #227) February 26, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus teaches the crowd that they are called to repentance, just like the sign of Jonah who proclaimed conversion of heart to the people of Nineveh. (Lectionary #226) February 25, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Lord teaches his disciples how to pray, underscoring the crucial need to forgive one another if we expect to be forgiven by God. (Lectionary #225) February 24, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Let's explore some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of Lent. (Lectionary #25) February 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus teaches his disciples that every time we care for the needs of the poor, he takes our service as done to him. (Lectionary #224) February 23, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
We face our temptations with the spiritual tools of our faith and the support of good people in our lives, for united we stand and divided...we fall apart. (Lectionary #22) February 21, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus invites Levi to follow him, and his acceptance reveals how we can respond to the Lord's call today. (Lectionary #222) February 21, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
This is a six part series where Fr. Andrew discusses how we get into vibrant, spiritual shape. In this 1st presentation he discusses how we evaluate our lives using external measures found in scripture, sacraments, fellowship, and our conscience. February 19, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus and Isaiah shed light on the spiritual power and application of fasting. (Lectionary #221) February 20, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus teaches that all those who wish to follow him must take up their crosses and follow his example. (Lectionary #220) February 19, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Psalm 51 clearly states our need for God's mercy, inviting us to open our hearts through the classic spiritual disciplines of almsgiving, prayer, and fasting. (Lectionary #219) February 18, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
James teaches us that perseverance in the face of temptation is part of our human journey through life. (Lectionary #336) February 17, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Here are some of the powerful themes that surface in the Mass Readings for the 1st Sunday of Lent. February 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Letter of James invites us to consider the trials of life as opportunities to grow in perseverance and faith. (Lectionary 335) February 16, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
As Jesus teaches with authority to his disciples, he invites us to embrace his covenant by looking inward and outward with the spirit of a vibrant faith. (Lectionary #76) February 14, 2026 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus teaches and the feeds the people, revealing how he continues to nourish us every time we come to pray at Mass. (Lectionary #334) February 14, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus cures a deaf man with a speech impediment as the people give praise to God. (Lectionary #333) February 13, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
A non-Jewish woman comes to Jesus with a simple and direct request for her daughter's healing. (Lectionary #332) February 12, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Jesus teaches the crowds that it is what comes out of a person's heart that has the power to defile. (Lectionary #331) February 11, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
When questioned by the scribes and Pharisees, Jesus admonishes them to attend to God's commandments when they are distracted by lesser traditions. (Lectionary #330) February 10, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
Here are some of the themes in the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #76) February 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The crowds swarm around Jesus, seeking healing for themselves and their loved ones. (Lectionary #329) February 9, 2026 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com
The Lord calls us to be salt and light in the world, sharing God's gift of life to make it better in our world. (Lectionary #73) February 7, 2026 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com