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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Feb 13, 2011 • 9min
February 13, 2011-10 AM Mass at OLGC
Father Riccardo discusses the Sacrament of Marriage in this homily from the 10 Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. The gospel reading for this day is Matthew 5:17-37.
Feb 9, 2011 • 1h 26min
February 9, 2011-Theology of the Body Session 10
From September 2010 through March 2011, Fr. Riccardo is presenting a series of talks on The Theology of the Body, a series of lectures given by Pope John Paul II during his Wednesday audiences between 1979 and 1984. This podcast is from Fr. John's talk on February 9th. A handout for this presentation is available for download.
Feb 8, 2011 • 10min
February 6, 2011-8 AM Mass at OLGC
Fr. Riccardo challenges the congregation to recognize Jesus in His "distressing disguise" in this homily from the 8 AM Mass at OLGC. The readings for this day are Is 58:7-10, 1 Cor 2:1-5, Mt 5:13-16.
Jan 27, 2011 • 1h 10min
January 26, 2011-Theology of the Body Session 9
From September 2010 through March 2011, Fr. Riccardo is presenting a series of talks on The Theology of the Body, a series of lectures given by Pope John Paul II during his Wednesday audiences between 1979 and 1984. This podcast is from Fr. John's talk on January 26th. A handout for this presentation is available for download. Additional materials mentioned by Fr. John may be found online at The Economist, Newsweek, and the Catholic Education Resource Center. Bernini's sculpture The Ecstasy of St. Teresa may be viewed here.
Jan 23, 2011 • 11min
January 22, 2011-4 PM Mass at OLGC
While addressing a congregation including Confirmandi and their sponsors, Fr. Riccardo asks, "What does it mean to live as a disciple of Jesus?" On this anniversary of the U.S Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade, Fr. John reminds the congregation of the dignity, value, and innate worth of every human life.
Jan 20, 2011 • 1h 9min
January 19, 2011-Theology of the Body Session 8
From September 2010 through March 2011, Fr. Riccardo is presenting a series of talks on The Theology of the Body, a series of lectures given by Pope John Paul II during his Wednesday audiences between 1979 and 1984. This podcast is from Fr. John's talk on January 19th. A handout for this presentation is available for download.
Jan 13, 2011 • 1h 14min
January 12, 2011-Theology of the Body Session 7
From September 2010 through March 2011, Fr. Riccardo is presenting a series of talks on The Theology of the Body, a series of lectures given by Pope John Paul II during his Wednesday audiences between 1979 and 1984. This podcast is from Fr. John's talk on January 12th. A handout for this presentation is available for download.
Jan 9, 2011 • 10min
January 9, 2011-The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
In this homily for The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Riccardo discusses the task and duty given to parents on the occasion of the baptism of their child. In particular, Fr. John emphasizes the obligation of parents to bring their children to Mass every week.
Jan 5, 2011 • 56min
Grief and Hope-Staying in Touch with Our Beloved
On December 1, 2010, Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish hosted An Evening of Reflection and Prayer on Grief and Hope. Fr. Riccardo's talk, titled Staying in Touch with Our Beloved, aired on his radio program Christ is the Answer. This podcast also contains the presentation of Mr. Paddy Lynch, a licensed funeral director (Lynch & Sons) and Director of Youth Ministry at Holy Name Church in Birmingham, Michigan.
Jan 2, 2011 • 9min
January 2, 2010-Feast of the Epiphany
In this homily for the Feast of the Epiphany, Fr. Riccardo compares the actions of the Magi with our own actions at Mass. Fr. John asks, "When was the last time you and I worshipped God?" Fr. John encourages the congregation to respond actively for all the God has done for us.
