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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: Category: Easter
May 21, 2025

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

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May 20, 2025

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

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May 19, 2025

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

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May 19, 2025

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

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May 18, 2025

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

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May 17, 2025

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

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May 16, 2025

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

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May 15, 2025

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

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May 14, 2025

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

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May 13, 2025

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

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May 12, 2025

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

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May 12, 2025

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

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May 11, 2025

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

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May 10, 2025

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

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May 9, 2025

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

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May 8, 2025

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

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May 7, 2025

Following the martyrdom of Stephen, the Church flourishes even as it is persecuted with violence. (Lectionary #275)

May 7, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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May 6, 2025

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

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May 5, 2025

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

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May 5, 2025

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

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May 4, 2025

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

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May 2, 2025

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

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May 1, 2025

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

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Apr 30, 2025

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

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Apr 29, 2025

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

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