About Fr. Andrew Ricci
A Catholic priest since 1997, Fr. Andrew Ricci is currently the rector of the Cathedral of Christ the King in Superior, WI. His website "Three Great Things" can be found at studyprayserve.com and his podcasts can be found under "Catholic Inspiration" in the iTunes store.
Using the examples of a mustard seed and yeast, Jesus shows how the Kingdom of God begins small and develops over steady growth. May this teaching inspire us to cultivate each day a worthy and fruitful harvest of faith within our hearts.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 30th Week of the Year
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Psalm 1 amplifies the call of Ephesians to live a godly life, with the joy of children of the light and the strength of a tree planted by flowing water.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 30th Week of the Year
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St. Anthony Mary Claret, pray for us!
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Here are some of the main themes for the readings of the 31st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Wisdom 11:22-12:2
The creator is far beyond the capacity and comprehension of the created.
The creator loves all of creation, seeking its redemption, healing and renewal.
Psalm – 145:1-2,8-11,13-14
“I will praise your name forever, my king and my God.”
We join creation in praising the Lord, who is faithful, merciful, compassionate and just.
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2
Paul prays that the people remain worthy of their calling and stay faithful.
When a spirit or oral statement threatens to upset them, they are to remain steadfast and calm.
Gospel – Luke 19:1-10
Jesus approaches Zaccheus and invites himself to his home.
Zaccheus stands his ground in the face of opposition, and speaks in a way that reveals the repentance in his heart.
Mass Readings – 31st Sunday of the Year
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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!
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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Jesus speaks of the crucial call to repent referring to both recent tragedies and a parable.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. John Paul II, pray for us!
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The exhortation in Ephesians invites us to embrace the call of our life in Christ and live it in a truly exemplary manner.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 29th Week of the Year
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The response from Psalm 33 echoes the wonder and awe in our hearts as we acknowledge the beauty of creation. May our awareness of creation help us to discern the contrast of our sin, inspiring us to run to Christ for the grace we need.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Paul of the Cross, pray for us!
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The end of this passage of Luke’s Gospel is one of my favorite passages of Scripture, even as it challenges me to the core. May we use wisely the gifts entrusted to us!
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. John Brefeuf, St. Isaac Jogues and companions, pray for us!
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Jesus sends out 72 disciples on mission to proclaim the Kingdom of God. May their example inspire our witness to continue this mission today.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Luke, evangelist
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St. Luke, pray for us!
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Jesus responds to a request with a parable that shows the dangers of greed in the human heart.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Ignatius of Antioch, pray for us!
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Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
