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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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Feb 8, 2024

A non-Jewish woman reveals her unwavering conviction that Jesus can heal her daughter, inspiring us to foster a fervent faith in Christ as we grow in our knowledge and love of God. (Lectionary #332)

February 8, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Dec 23, 2023

Elizabeth gives birth to a son and names him John. As Zechariah agrees, he is finally able to speak, and the people are amazed as they wonder what this child will become. (Lectionary #199)

December 23, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jul 7, 2023

As Isaac encounters, death, life, and marriage, we recognize the Lord's hand at work in our lives through the cycles of life.

July 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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May 15, 2023

Here are some of the main themes that we find on the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord.

May 15, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 3, 2023

Let's examine some of the main themes in the readings for Easter Day.

April 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Note: This podcast was originally posted on April 11, 2022.

Mar 3, 2023

The Lord exhorts the disciples to exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, seeking the path of reconciliation that strengthens our relationships with God and one another.

March 3, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 7, 2023

The second part of the creation account shows how living creatures (including humanity) came to be.  May the gift of life and the beauty of this world help us to humbly and wisely steward the precious gift of life.

February 7, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 6, 2023

For the next two weeks the first reading will be taken from the Book of Genesis, beginning today with the fundamental act of creation.

February 6, 2023 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Oct 31, 2022

Here are some of the themes for the readings for the 32nd Sunday of the Year.

October 31, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Oct 24, 2022

Here are some of the main themes for the readings of the 31st Sunday of the Year.

October 24, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI 

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Oct 23, 2022

Despite obstacles, difficulties and abandonment, Timothy is assured that God remains close in our spiritual battles.  May we run the race and keep the faith that we have received as we journey through this life to the next!

October 22, 2022 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI

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May 26, 2022

Paul arrives in Corinth and begins to experience both persecution and success as he proclaims that Jesus is Lord.  

May 26, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 25, 2022

Here are some of the key themes that surface in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter.

April 25, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 17, 2022

The joy of the resurrection of Jesus Christ transforms our hearts and overflows into our lives as we share the Good News.  The Lord is risen!  He is risen, indeed!

April 17, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 16, 2022

On this holy night Christians around the world celebrate the great events of salvation history as we acknowledge our part in God's great love story.  May we embrace what we have been given and share it with one another!

April 16, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 15, 2022

We recall the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross so that we never take for granted the Lord's saving gift as we are inspired to grow in faith, hope and love.

April 15, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 14, 2022

Our need for connection - with God and one another - is revealed on Holy Thursday as we celebrate the gifts of holy communion and service.  

April 14, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 13, 2022

The temptation and capitulation to sin has now led Judas to a moment of action.  As he betrays Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, we recall how all sin leads us ultimately away from God and one another.

April 13, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 12, 2022

John's Gospel reveals the moment when Judas gave in to Satan's temptation in the darkness of night.  Enlighted by this passage, we recognize that we face a daily spiritual battle with evil that requires our vigilance and trust in the Lord.

April 12, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Apr 10, 2022

We begin Holy Week every year be recounting the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus, who offered his life on the Cross for the salvation of the world.  

April 9, 2022 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Mar 27, 2022

The parable of the Prodigal Son offers powerful insights into the spiritual life.  May the lessons we learn inspire us to return to our Heavenly Father and accept his gifts of grace and reconciliation.

March 26, 2022 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI

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Mar 25, 2022

Mary acknowledges and affirms the Good News that Gabriele proclaims; her example inspires us to embrace our faith in Christ and put it into daily practice...for nothing will be impossible for God!

March 25, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Mar 24, 2022

After driving out a demon, Jesus teaches the crowds and reveals how God's kingdom is upon them.  May we run to meet the Lord and confront the evil in our lives with his grace!

March 24, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Feb 1, 2022

David grieves over the death of his beloved son, Absalom, whose rebellion reveals the weaknesses within the kingdom.

February, 1, 2022 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI

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Jan 23, 2022

St. Paul uses the example of the body to teach unity in the midst of diversity.  We all have something to offer...and we all have something to learn from those around us.  May we work together - offering our best - to strengthen the Body of Christ.

January 22, 2022 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI

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