Fr. John Riccardo's Podcasts
Fr. John Riccardo
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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Sep 25, 2011 • 10min
September 25, 2011-Noon Mass at OLGC
While considering the readings of this day (Ez 18:25-28, Phil 2:1-11, and Mt 21:28-32), Fr. Riccardo reminds the congregation that we are not defined by our pasts and that God is appealing to us to come home. Fr.John encourages the congregation to turn to the Lord and let Him live and love through us.
Sep 18, 2011 • 8min
September 18, 2011-Noon Mass at OLGC
While reflecting on the parable of the landowner from today's gospel reading (Mt 20:1-16a), Fr. Riccardo discusses the sin of envy. Fr. John reminds the congregation that the remedy for envy is gratitude, and he encourages everyone to consider all that God has done for them.
Sep 7, 2011 • 10min
September 7, 2011-Mass of the Holy Spirit
This is Fr. Riccardo's homily from the Mass of the Holy Spirit celebrated at the start of the new school year.
Sep 4, 2011 • 9min
September 4, 2011-8 AM Mass at OLGC
In this homily from Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Fr. Riccardo discusses God's vision for our lives. While reflecting on the day's second reading from St. Paul (Rom 13:8-10), Fr. John reminds the congregation that God's commandments are a direct gift to each us and can guide each of us to a successful life.
Aug 21, 2011 • 10min
August 20, 2011-4 PM Mass at OLGC
Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation in this homily from Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. While reflecting on the gospel reading from St. Matthew (Mt 16:13-20), Fr. John discusses statistics regarding catholics and confession and reminds the congregation that God is always merciful.
Aug 17, 2011 • 10min
August 7, 2011-10 AM Mass at OLGC
While reflecting on today's gospel account from St. Matthew (Mt 14:22-33), Fr. Riccardo remarks that all of life is a storm with endless opportunities for fear and anxiety. Fr. John reminds us that in times of need we need to remember that we have a loving Savior whose power is beyond all comprehension. He encourages us to keep our eyes on Jesus.
Aug 1, 2011 • 11min
July 31, 2011-Noon Mass at OLGC
While reflecting on the readings of this day (Is 55:1-3, Rom 8:35, 37-39, and Mt 14:13-21), Fr. Riccardo recounts the many miracles performed by Jesus. Fr. John reminds the congregation that the greatest miracle of all occurs each day at Mass, when bread and wine are transformed into the body and blood of Christ. Fr. John encourages the congregation to ask God to help them understand what is happening as they prepare to encounter Christ in the Eucharist.
Jul 24, 2011 • 10min
July 24, 2011-8 AM Mass at OLGC
Fr. Riccardo asks the congregation to reflect on the question posed by Jesus in the gospel reading from St. Matthew (Mt 13:44-52), "Do you understand all these things?" Fr. John encourages us to beg the Holy Spirit to work in our lives, that we might grow in knowledge of the Lord and build a relationship with the Father.
Jul 17, 2011 • 9min
July 17, 2011-8 AM Mass at OLGC
While reflecting on the readings for this day (Wis 12:13, 16-19; Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43), Fr. Riccardo encourages parishioners to serve the parish as Ministers of Hospitality.
Jun 25, 2011 • 12min
June 25, 2011-The Feast of Corpus Christi
In this homily for The Feast of Corpus Christi, Fr. Riccardo repeats his exhortation from last week by reminding the congregation that they should come to Mass expecting to hear God speak to them. While reflecting on the gospel reading from St. John (Jn 6:51-58), Fr. John encourages the congregation to bring their Bible and a journal to Mass each Sunday.
