Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast – Friday of the 3rd Week of Lent
With insights from four students in Mrs. Blomfeldt’s 1st Grade class at Cathedral School, Fr. Andrew discovers some practical ways to love the people in our lives. (Hint: Don’t bite your sister! Clean your room, even if it’s as messy as a pig.)
Fr. Andrew’s 4th Sunday of the Year Homily Podcast
Life has its share of heartache and hardship. We all face struggles, challenges, and conflict. The question is, what guides and directs the words we say and the actions we do? What aspect of our faith can serve as the essential compass to steer us through life? The answer: LOVE.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast – Tuesday of the 2nd Week of the Year
Samuel meets the sons of Jesse to anoint one king of Israel. Each son appears kingly, but God replies:
“Not as man sees does God see,
because he sees the appearance
but the LORD looks into the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)
May we see as God sees – both within our hearts and in the hearts of others – and respond with the love of Christ!
Fr. Andrew’s Holy Family Homily Podcast
The Holy Family had its mix of blessings and burdens – just like every family. Yet through their struggles God was with them, guiding and guarded them in Faith, Hope, and Love…and the Lord will do the same for our families as well.
Midnight Mass Podcast from the Cathedral – 95 Minutes
Fr. Andrew’s Christmas Homily Podcast
Like a bridge that connects two shores, Jesus Christ comes into our world to unite us to God and one another. Fully human like us, he teaches us about God and guides us to heaven. Fully divine, he has the power to overcome sin and death and bring healing and reconciliation to our lives.
Merry Christmas!
Study: What are some of the blessings you find in your family? How has your family helped you to grow?
Pray: Who in your family could use a prayer right now? Take time to pray.
Serve: Is anyone in the family struggling? How can you help?
Family. That group of people we did not pick (God did) who are with us throughout the course of our lives. Some people come from big families, others are tiny. Every family has history, blessings, struggles, and unique qualities. Parts of family life are messy – parts are bliss.
The same is true for the Holy Family. A close reading of the scriptures shows the following:
And God was with them. Good times and bad, they carried on with the strength of the Heavenly Father who bestowed on them their Son.
May we do the same. In the ups and downs of our families we renew ourselves in the Lord (who really does understand family life) and trust that Christ will guide us in love.
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Holy Family, Matthias Stom. Circa 1640; oil on canvas; 945mm x 1245mm; Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya; Barcelona, Spain.
Fr. Andrew’s Podcast – Catholic Inspiration is 1 Year Old!
I want to say a joyful THANK YOU for all who have downloaded and shared my podcasts this past year! Here are a few quick facts:
What started initially as just a simple record of homilies has now grown to an average of 2-4 podcasts/week. I am touched by the response I have received from people across the country, and I am honored to share my ministry here at Cathedral with you. There is no charge for “Catholic Inspiration” and no requests for donations – this is an extension of my pastoral work here in the Diocese of Superior.
My one request: if you find these podcasts helpful – please share them with your loved ones! Practically, that means:
My only wish is for more people to draw near to Jesus Christ and one another through Study, Prayer, and Service. May Year Two – which is blessed to coincide with the Year of Mercy – be filled with graces for us all!
Fr. Andrew’s Christ the King Homily Podcast
Christ, our Savior, Lord, and Friend…is also our King. What’s more, the King has given us some very specific commands – here are three:
As we follow the King may we carry out his commands!
Study: Recall a time when you carried out a difficult command. What gave you strength?
Pray: Is there a difficult situation facing you right now? Draw near to Christ in the Eucharist for wisdom and courage.
Serve: Actions speak louder than words…so how can your actions today show others that Christ is your King?
Readings for the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe
We conclude the Church’s liturgical calendar with this Feast in honor of our Lord. The title is one that speaks to a role that appears in history, literature, and culture: the KING.
Here are some common key points to remember:
Sounds simple, right? So how do we apply these concepts to Jesus? Consider this:
Practically, I suggest that we focus this week on three key commandments that Christ gave us:
Remember: the King commands us to forgive, receive Him in the Eucharist, and love one another. These are not suggestions, or helpful hints when we have free time! These are commands…and as we acknowledge that Jesus is our King we also know that we can draw near to the Lord for the strength and wisdom we need to carry them out.
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This icon of Christ Pantocrator is on loan to the Cathedral of Christ the King from Fr. Andrew Ricci. “Pantocrator” may be literally translated into “Ruler of All” or “Almighty” and it is an ancient way of depicting Jesus.
Fr. Andrew’s Daily Mass Homily Podcast (Thursday of the 31st Week of the Year)
Sometimes we need to be reminded that the Lord welcomes us every time we turn from our sins and seek God’s grace. If there is anything holding us back (you know…fear, doubt, worry, shame, sin, or some other spiritual junk) then perhaps today is our chance to return to the one who loves us completely.
Catholic Inspiration – Podcast Archives of Homilies & Talks
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