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Fr. Andrew Ricci offers inspirational homilies and talks to help people grow in faith. These reflections are part of his meditations at Three Great Things where we grow as disciples of the Lord through Study, Prayer, and Service.
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Now displaying: 2020
Feb 20, 2020

The Letter of James continues to poke at our conscience with timeless wisdom, this time about how material wealth can tempt us to treat others in a wide variety of ways. May we focus on the person and not the bling!

February 20, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 19, 2020

The Letter of James offers some rich insight into speech, anger and action. May we take a moment to reflect on these areas of our lives as we discern how our faith can guide us.

February 19, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 18, 2020

The Letter of James gives crucial insight into the nature of temptation. As we encounter our own temptations, may we never tire of calling upon God for the grace we need to face them.

February 18, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 16, 2020

The Scriptures this weekend offer many aspects of the nature of our human choices. May our faith in Christ and solid common sense help us to choose wisely as we journey through this life!

February 15, 2020 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI

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Feb 15, 2020

The miracle of the fishes and loaves in Mark's Gospel reveals several insights about Jesus that can guide us as we follow the Lord today.

February 15, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 14, 2020

The Lord's healing miracle in the Gospel of Mark illustrates how we are called to continue Christ's healing ministry in our lives today.

February 14, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 13, 2020

The response of the Greek woman to Jesus on behalf of her daughter shows us the power of a strong and steadfast faith. May we foster our relationship with the Lord as we put our faith into practice.

February 13, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, wI

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Feb 12, 2020

As Jesus speaks of the darkness found in the human heart, we are invited to face the sin that lurks within us...trusting in the Lord's light to overcome it.

February 12, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 11, 2020

Solomon's prayer over the newly built Temple shows us the power of a place to draw our hearts to God. May these words inspire us - at church or at home - to call upon the Lord in the places where we dwell.

February 11, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 9, 2020

The Lord's exhortation to be salt and light is an affirmation of human dignity and an invitation to share our lives with one another. As we reflect on what we do and how we do it, may we call upon Christ for the strength we need.

February 8, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 8, 2020

Solomon's prayer request to God shows shows his love for the Lord and his desire to serve the people. May we take his example to heart in our daily prayer, asking the Lord for what we need to be better disciples today.

February 8, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 7, 2020

We find in today's gospel passage the stark evil surrounding the death of John the Baptist. All the elements in this passage are evil, driven by pride, hatred and jealousy. Our response? The Cross of Christ.

February 7, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 6, 2020

As the Lord sent out the Apostles to continue his ministry, he gave them instructions that inspire us today as we serve the Lord.

February 6, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 6, 2020

The Psalm Response cuts right to the heart of a deep and urgent need in our souls: to call upon the Lord for the forgiveness and mercy we need as we acknowledge our sins.

February 5, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 4, 2020

The Gospel of Mark offers two short scenes where people are healed from terrible affliction. In both cases, their faith sustains them to trust in the Lord and seek healing for their lives.

February 4, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 2, 2020

The encounter between Simeon and Mary reveals how our faith in Jesus Christ gives us the grace we need to face the challenges of life today. As Mary endured the "sword of sorrow" that pierced her heart, we can also embraced our struggles with God's help.

February 1, 2020 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Feb 1, 2020

The storm was great, and the disciples were terrified. Yet with a word the Lord calmed the waves and their fear. May we trust in the Lord's power when fear chokes us with terror.

February 1, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 31, 2020

Psalm 51 speaks from the depths of our hearts, reminding us of those times when we have fallen short of our Christian calling, yet inspiring us to drawn near to Christ for the healing of our hearts.

January 31, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 30, 2020

Jesus inspires us to let the light of faith shine through our lives. May we take courage in the darkness to let God's light into our hearts and share it with those around us.

January 30, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 29, 2020

The parable of the sower teaches us of the crucial need to cultivate the garden of our hearts with care and diligence.

January 29, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 28, 2020

The words of Jesus inspire and humble us: "Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother." May our lives be worthy of this high calling!

January 28, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 26, 2020

We don't have to look very hard in our world today to see division and dischord tearing at the fabric of our relationships. The same dynamics were happening in the letter to the Corinthians, and St. Paul gives us some practical tips for fostering the hard work of unity in the name of Jesus Christ.

January 26, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 25, 2020

The conversion of St. Paul reminds us that repentance and change are part of our journey of faith. As Paul moved from persecutor to preacher of the faith, we consider how the Lord calls us to make a change in our hearts.

January 25, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 24, 2020

The call of the Twelve Apostles in the Gospel of Mark reminds us that a call by Christ is personal. The Lord knows our hearts and calls us as unique individuals to offer our lives for particular service in the world.

January 24, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 23, 2020

The Psalm Response today offers comfort and practical support as we trust in the Lord and reject the temptation to fear.

January 23, 2020 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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