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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One of the many joys of my priesthood is to live in a community of priests who are on fire for spreading the faith. Each Monday we gather for a little rest around the fire and share stories of our work of sharing the Gospel. So, inspired by our talks around the fire, welcome to “afire”. It is the preaching of the Legionaries in the NY Tri-State. My prayer is that these podcasts will be something of a “fireplace” where you can find light, warmth, and inspiration as you come closer to Jesus Ch ...
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Daily Mass: We submit to God and resist the devil
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The Letter of James offers sound spiritual advice and exhortation, reminding us to wage our spiritual battle by remaining close to the Lord and resisting temptation in all its forms. (Lectionary #342) May 21, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
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The words of Jesus to John the beloved disciple apply to us as well: "Behold your Mother." (Lectionary #572) May 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Study, Pray, Serve: The Most Holy Trinity
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. (Lectionary #165) May 20, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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May the power of the Holy Spirit fill our hearts, casting out fear and strengthening us to face the trials of life. Come Holy Spirit! (Lectionary #62,#63) May 18, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Paul's journey of faith leads him to the city of Rome and the heart of the empire. (Lectionary #302) May 18, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: What others are saying about St. Paul
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Speaking about Paul's situation to King Agrippa and Bernice, Festus reveals that our words and actions are always under observation and discussion. It begs the question, what do people say about our faith when we are not around? (Lectionary #301) May 17, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…
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Daily Mass: Paul speaks to the Sanhedrin
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Paul is brought before the Sanhedrin, where he faithfully proclaims his message as he shrewdly reads the group dynamics. (#300) May 16, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul's heartfelt exhortation
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As Paul prepares to depart from Miletus, he offers a heartfelt exhortation to the community, revealing his common sense, insight, and love. (Lectionary #299) May 15, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: We foster our knowledge and relationship with the Lord
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Chosen by lot to fill the vacancy left by Judas Iscariot, Matthias was with the apostles from the beginning and witnessed the Lord's resurrection. (Lectionary #564) May 14, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul prays for the Holy Spirit to come upon some disciples
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While teaching and preaching in Ephesus, Paul comes upon disciples who have not yet received the Holy Spirit. (Lectionary #297) May 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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There are MANY choices for Mass readings on the feast of Pentecost, so let's focus on the themes we find in the Gospel options. (Lectionary #62,#63) May 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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The Lord's Ascension marks the transition as the disciples begin to do the ministry that Jesus had modeled and empowered them to do. (Lectionary #58) May 12, 2024 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Apollos humbly receives and eagerly shares the Good News
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Filled with zeal to share the Good News of Jesus, Apollos takes to heart the instruction he receives and eagerly travels to pass it on to others. (Lectionary #296) May 11, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul fearlessly preaches the Gospel
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God tells Paul in a vision, "Do not be afraid. Go on speaking, and do not be silent, for I am with you." (Lectionary #295) May 10, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul's work bears fruit in Corinth
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Preaching to both Jews and Greeks in Corinth, Paul's work touches the hearts of many and leads them to faith in Christ. (Lectionary #294) May 9, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Preaching to the people of Athens, Paul's attempts are met with scoffing and ridicule. (Lectionary #293) May 8, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul experiences hardship
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Paul's circumstances change suddenly in Philippi when he encounters physical suffering, imprisonment, and a natural disaster; yet he responds with prayer and leads others to faith in Christ. (Lectionary #292) May 7, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul experiences many blessings
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Paul's journey to Philippi and his initial efforts are marked with success and apparent ease, inviting us to be grateful for moments in our own lives when we have been blessed. (Lectionary #291) May 6, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Study, Pray, Serve: Ascension of the Lord
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Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the Ascension of the Lord. (Lectionary #58) May 6, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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6th Sunday of Easter: Christ commands us to love one another
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Jesus commands his disciples to love another as he loves us, reminding us that when we stay near the Lord we will have all the love that we need. (Lectionary #56) May 4, 2024 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: Paul sets out on a new adventure
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Prompted by a vision, Paul sets out for Macedonia to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #290) May 4, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: we proclaim Good News to the world
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On this feast of the apostles Philip and James, we recognize that the Lord continues to call us by name, empower us with grace, and send us out in the context of our daily lives to proclaim Good News to the people we meet. (Lectionary #561) May 3, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com…
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Daily Mass: The community finds a path forward
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After much discussion from many points of view, the disciples welcome the Gentiles to receive the Good News of Jesus Christ. (Lectionary #288) May 2, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: The community dares to engage in conflict
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A debate arises within the Church about who can be saved, and the community gathers to engage in an intense debate to determine a course of action. (Lectionary #287) May 1, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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Daily Mass: it is necessary for us to undergo hardships to enter the Kingdom of God
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Paul faces personal struggles and exhorts others to embrace hardship as a necessary part of the journey of faith. (Lectionary #286) April 30, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.comAv Fr. Andrew Ricci
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