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.
Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – Exodus 17:3-7
In their thirst for water, the people grumble against Moses.
At the Lord’s command, Moses takes his staff and strikes a rock, from which water flows and the people are able to drink.
Psalm – 95:1-2,6-9
“If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”
Unlike the Israelites who grumbled, we are exhorted to come before the Lord in joyful worship with thanksgiving.
2nd Reading – Romans 5:1-2,5-8
Having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
God proves his love for us in that while we were still sinners Christ died for us.
Gospel – John 4:5-42
Jesus, sitting at a well in the town of Sychar in Samaria, encounters a woman and converses with her.
Jesus announces that he is the Christ, and the woman tells others about Jesus…and they come to believe that he is the savior of the world.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Lent (#28)
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The Transfiguration of Jesus reveals the glory of God, offering us hope as we face our tough times in this life.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Lent (#25)
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Jesus offers a brutal teaching: love your enemies. May we pray for the grace to carry out this commandment!
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 1st Week of Lent (#229)
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Jesus offers his disciples a crucial insight into the power of anger and how it can warp us in the spiritual life.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 1st Week of Lent (#228)
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St. Gregory of Narek, pray for us!
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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.
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Jesus invites his disciples to persist as they follow God above all else.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 1st Week of Lent (#227)
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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.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 1st Week of Lent (#226)
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The Lord teaches his disciples how to pray, underscoring the crucial need to forgive one another if we expect to be forgiven by God.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 1st Week of Lent (#225)
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Jesus teaches his disciples that every time we care for the needs of the poor, he takes our service as done to him.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 1st Week of Lent (#224)
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Let’s explore some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of Lent.
1st Reading – Genesis 12:1-4a
God sends Abram forth from his kinsfolk to a new land.
God promises that he will make Abram a blessing, and he will become the father of a great nation.
Psalm 33:4-5,18-20,22
“Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.”
With hope in his kindness, we wait upon the Lord, who loves justice and right.
2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 1:8b-10
We bear our share of hardship for the Gospel with the strength that comes from God.
God saves and calls us to a holy life, through the appearance of our savior, Christ Jesus.
Gospel – Matthew 17:1-9
Jesus takes Peter, James and John up a high mountain where he is transfigured in glory.
The disciples see the Lord conversing with Moses and Elijah.
From a bright cloud they hear the Father’s voice, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.”
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Lent (#25)
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