

You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo
ACTS XXIX
Join Fr. John Riccardo and Mary Guilfoyle as we talk about anything and everything that has to do with reacquiring a Biblical Worldview. This podcast seeks to encourage and inspire our listeners with hope firmly founded in the Lordship of Jesus.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 22min
Episode 346: How Long, O Lord?!
After the traumatic events that took place last week in Minnesota, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the anguish many of us are experiencing in light of Scripture in general, the Psalms in particular and Saint Augustine.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 10min
Episode 345: The Jesus Conference – Mobilizing the Church for the World He Loves
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share the exciting news about the Jesus Conference – Mobilizing the Church for the World He Loves, ACTS XXIX’s first international gathering happening in Plymouth, Michigan on October 2-4, 2026.
https://www.actsxxix.org/thejesusconference
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The Rescue Project
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Aug 18, 2025 • 43min
Episode 344: Glory Days: Are They In the Past? Part III
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their series on being able to relive great memories of the past with friends and prayerfully apply those great memories to the mission God is entrusting to us today.
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Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)
ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission
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Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
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Aug 11, 2025 • 39min
Episode 343: Glory Days: Are They In the Past? Part II
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their series drawing on the common experience many of us have of reliving great memories of the past with friends and prayerfully apply those great memories to the mission God is entrusting to us today.
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://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Aug 4, 2025 • 26min
Episode 342: Glory Days: Are They In the Past?
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary begin a series that draws on the common experience many of us have of reliving great memories of the past with friends and prayerfully apply those great memories to the mission God is entrusting to us today.
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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://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
Web: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse
YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Jul 28, 2025 • 26min
Episode 341: The Power and Attraction of How We Do What We Do, Part Three
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary bring their three-part series on their apostolic values to a close by talking about the importance of being docile to the Holy Spirit and choosing to sail instead of row on mission. They reflect on what it means to let go of control, allowing the Spirit to set the course, trusting His power over our own efforts.
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://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Jul 21, 2025 • 39min
Episode 340: The Power and Attraction of How We Do What We Do, Part Two
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their three-part conversation about ACTS XXIX’s apostolic core values, focusing today on what it means to do mission in a way that’s authentically human. Drawing from Scripture and their own experiences, they share what it means to do life together.
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Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)
ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission
Web: https://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Jul 14, 2025 • 27min
Episode 339: The Power and Attraction of How We Do What We Do
In this episode, Fr. John and Mary kick off a three-part series that we hope and pray will inspire us all to think and pray about how we do what we do, and to realize this is as important as what we do.
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://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Jun 23, 2025 • 28min
Episode 338: “It Is Enough For Me to See You”: The Gift of Holy Friendships
Fr. John and Mary talk about the amazing gift that is the communion of saints – both here on earth and in heaven, and offer some summer suggestions to help us get to know our family better.
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ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission
Web: https://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Jun 16, 2025 • 25min
Episode 337: Tylenol or the Eucharist: Which Is More Powerful?
In preparation for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Fr. John and Mary consider three concrete and practical reasons why Jesus gives Himself to us in the Eucharist.
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ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission
Web: https://www.actsxxix.org
Instagram: @acts.xxix
Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission
The Rescue Project
Web: https://rescueproject.us
Instagram: @the.rescue.project
Our Streaming Channels
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YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo