Join Fr. John Riccardo and Mary Guilfoyle in their podcast, “You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo” where they will talk about anything and everything that has to do with transforming the Church. If you are blessed by our podcast, and wish to support us, please click https://www.actsxxix.org/give Learn more about ACTS XXIX at https://www.actsxxix.org
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Selected homilies, presentations, and talks of Fr. John Riccardo, Pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church in Plymouth, Michigan.
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Instruction on the Catechism of the Catholic Church and other topics critical to those seeking answers to life's greatest questions..
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A Priest of Archdiocese of Detroit; ordained May 26, 2012. Fr. Steve currently serves at St. Joseph, Lake Orion and St. John Fisher, Oakland University. Previously Fr. Steve served St. Mary Mystical Rose, Armada, MI; St. Augustine, Richmond; Holy Family, Memphis; Our Lady of Good Counsel, Plymouth; St. Lawrence, Utica; Divine Grace, Carleton; Community of Jesus Crucified Monastery, St. Martinville, LA; and St. Frances Cabrini, Allen Park; and St. Francis/St. Maximilian, Ray Twp.
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Sharing your Catholic faith with family and friends can sometimes feel daunting. Where do I start? How do I make an impact? Welcome to EquipCast, a weekly podcast from the Archdiocese of Omaha. We want to support your faith journey and equip you with the tools to express your faith authentically in your everyday life. Each week, we’ll discuss practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world. Each episode is filled with encouragement and inspiration so yo ...
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Episode 301: Only Together Do Men and Women Fully Image God
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle one of the most important, and most misunderstood, passages about man, woman and marriage. Genesis 2:18-24 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://…
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Program #741 How to Read the BibleBy Fr. John Riccardo - Host
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Bible Study--Wednesday in the Word 27th Sunday OTb Mark 10: 2-16
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"Because of the hardness of your hearts Moses allowed you to divorce"
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Step 1: Relational Outreach – The Ministries that Make Up a Clear Path of Discipleship
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Do you have a way to introduce your non-practicing friends and family members to your faith community that doesn’t involve inviting them to Mass or other gatherings that might make them feel isolated? Does your parish offer a space where you can meet and build trusting relationships with those distant from their faith? The Clear Path step Relationa…
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“Cut off your sin, not your arm!”—26th Sunday OT(b) Mark 9:38-48
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Why do we return to send constantly? Like a dog returns to its vomit only fools return to Folly. We must child proof, our hearts, and our lives in order to secure salvation. We have to cut off and route out sin in our lives.
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Program #751 RCIA For Catholics #6 of 23 - The ChurchBy Fr. John Riccardo - Host
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Coach's Corner 15: Embrace Jesus’s Pace: How to Rest
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Do you believe that God continues to work even when you don’t? In my own life, I’ve struggled with the idea that rest has to be earned, that I can only rest once everything on my to-do list is checked off. But the Christian vision is different. God’s work doesn’t stop when we rest. In fact, our rest is a testament to our trust in His ongoing work. …
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"The humble child becomes God's emissary...that's you"--25th Sunday OT (b) Mark 9:30-37
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Why is humility so important to God? What is Jesus saying when He brings the little child out?By Fr. Steve Mateja
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how great leaders, like Moses, are humble stewards of God’s gifts, eager to share the responsibility with other great leaders. Scripture: Numbers 11:25-29 rescueproject.us/challenge Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](ma…
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Episode 161: Grow a Healthy Small Group Movement with Michael Hall
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Small groups are vital for parish renewal—you might even be part of one yourself. But is your small group thriving and growing, or is it feeling a bit stagnant? Do you find it challenging to reach beyond the usual participants? And most importantly, are your small groups truly helping people grow in their faith journey? Today, I chat with Michael H…
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Episode 299: The Incomprehensible Courage of Jesus
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on something that perhaps many fail to think about: the courage Jesus showed in knowingly running into all that was coming His way out of love for each of us by name so as to rescue us from Death. The Rescue Challenge continues. Visit rescueproject.us/challenge Scripture Passage: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20 Connect…
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"Why does Jesus tell us to take up our Cross?"--24th Sunday OT(B) Mark 8:27-35
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Take up your cross and follow me! Jesus gives us this command, but why? Fr. Steve examines the depth of Christian suffering and offering up our crosses for the salavation of the worldBy Fr. Steve Mateja
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"The Image of God as Father and proof He exists"--OCIA session 1 2024
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Fr. Steve opened up the OCIA session at St. John Fisher with the topic of the Image of God as Father and some proofs of His existenceBy Fr. Steve Mateja
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Episode 160: When to Listen and When to Advise: Lessons from a Live Coaching Conversation
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Have you ever been asked for help but then felt like you were just giving unwanted advice? It’s tough to know how to make your words count. On my team, we use an approach called coaching that focuses on active listening to really support and empower the clergy and lay leaders we work with. We’ve also found that this method can make you a better fri…
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"What to do with our fear"--23rd Sunday OT(B) Mark 7:31-37
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The Deaf man's fear My old music director Nametags Let's lay our fear at the feet of Jesus and leave it there in trust!By Fr. Steve Mateja
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Episode 298: Have We Become Accustomed to the Unimaginable?
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary struggle to put into words the inexpressible reality of Jesus’ passion foreshadowed in Isaiah that we will hear this Sunday. Scripture: Isaiah 50:5-9a Visit rescueproject.us/challenge to sign up for the Rescue Project Challenge that begins tomorrow, September 10. Connect with us and our community on our websites a…
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Bible Study--Wednesday in the Word 23rd Sunday OTb Mark 7:31:37
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Episode 159: Why Setting Boundaries Matters to Your Ministry
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Is it okay to set boundaries in ministry work? How do we balance being “all things to all people” (1 Cor 9:22) with the need for personal limits? Today’s guest believes that not only is it okay to establish boundaries—it’s essential. Join me as I sit down with John Gencarelli, Director of Youth and Adult Evangelization at St. Phillip Neri-Blessed S…
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Episode 297: A Word For Frightened Hearts
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Synopsis: In this episode, living amidst the most anxious generation of all time, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Isaiah’s encouraging, timely and healing words from God: Be strong! Fear not! Scripture passage: Isaiah 35:4-7a Beauty of Hope from Good News Conference, 2022 https://watch.actsxxix.org/videos/the-beauty-of-hope The Rescue Project Challeng…
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"Let your heart be pierced by Him"--22nd Sunday OTb (Mark 7:1-8; 14-15; 21-23)
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Law vs Love Emotionalism vs Legalism Jesus' examation of conscience
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Episode 158: Turn Fatigue into Flourishing: Reignite Your Passion for Evangelization with Fr. John Riccardo
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Do you find it hard to maintain enthusiasm for evangelization? You’re not alone. Many of us in ministry face moments of profound fatigue and discouragement. But let me share something with you: the key to reigniting that passion lies in rediscovering the love and hope gifted by God which first called us to this mission. Today, I bring you the wisdo…
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Episode 296: Our Homes: Where the World Meets the Church
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to their regular format of breaking open the First Reading for Mass this upcoming Sunday and discuss opportunities to make our homes places where the world meets the Church. Join the Rescue Project Challenge at rescueproject.us/challenge Follow along with us on social media: @acts.xxix & @the.rescue.project…
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"Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof"--preaching series on the Eucharist 5 of 5 (John 6:60-59) 21st Sunday OTb
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Bible Study--Wednesday in the Word 21st Sunday OTb John 6: 60-69
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Wednesday in the Word 21st Sunday OTb John 6: 60-69 Will you stay or will you go?
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Episode 157: Trade Perfection for God’s Plan: A Conversation with Colleen Carol Campbell
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by trying to be perfect? I mean, Jesus did tell us to “be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect” (Mt. 5:48), and Paul certainly took this seriously as he gladly “spent and consumed himself for souls” (2 Cor 12:15). But sometimes, I think the pursuit of perfection leaves behind God’s plan for our lives. In fact, liv…
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"The Sacred Heart and the Eucharist"--preaching series on the Eucharist 4 of 5 (John 6:51-58) 20th Sunday OTb
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"The Sacred Heart and the Eucharist"--preaching series on the Eucharist 4 of 5 (John 6:51-58) 20th Sunday OTb Like a Pelican who pierces it's breast to feed it's young, the Church does the same
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Episode 295: What Territory Are You Asking Me to Take Back, Lord? - Part 4 of 4
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series and discuss a fourth critical question to take to prayer in order to be every freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us. ====== Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! Click To Learn More About ACTS XXIX Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo…
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Bible Study--Wednesday in the Word 20th Sunday OTb John 6:51-58
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Peter Ziolkowski talk on LGBTQ and Church's response
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The Assumption is for you! Pope Pious XII quotes: In their homilies and sermons on this feast the holy fathers and great doctors spoke of the assumption of the Mother of God as something already familiar and accepted by the faithful. They gave it greater clarity in their preaching and used more profound arguments in setting out its nature and meani…
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Episode 156: The Culture Project: How to Talk to Teens about Sex and Identity
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Theology of the Body has the power to deeply impact how we approach sexual identity and self-worth. As a father, I understand how tough it can be to navigate these complex topics with today’s youth. That’s why I’m excited to introduce you to two amazing missionaries, Marshall and Reese, from The Culture Project. In this episode, they share their pe…
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Episode 294: Eavesdropping on the Enemy’s Strategy - Part 3 of 4
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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open part three of a four part series and discuss a third crucial question to bring to prayer in order to be ever freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us. ====== Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! Click To Learn More About ACTS XXIX Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John R…
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