You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Father John, Nick, and Mary discuss the importance of friendship in uncertain times, highlighting personal struggles during the pandemic. They emphasize the need to overcome challenges, stay positive, and sustain discipleship. The power of true friendship is explored, drawing from C.S. Lewis' 'The Four Loves.'

Fr. John has a new book coming out! In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about Fr. John’s new book, Rescued: The Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel. To order the book, visit Amazon. Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site. Subscribe to our weekly article. We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Exploring the priestly role for all in our country, focusing on prayer and fasting for national healing. Discussing the spiritual discipline of fasting in Christianity and its benefits. Emphasizing the need to raise awareness and take action for causes through prayer and contacting legislators. Reflecting on seeking God's mercy for national healing and repentance.

The only remedy for our nation’s wounds! In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary invite the nation to pray and fast for our nation on September 24, 2020. To read President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation, visit https://www.historyplace.com/lincoln/proc-3.htm Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site. Subscribe to our weekly article. We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Explore the story of Caleb's courage in challenging times, drawing parallels to today. Reflect on trusting in God amidst fear and chaos. Embrace the transformative power of the gospel and lead with courage in Christ.

Exploring strategies to reach disconnected parish members, the podcast discusses challenges like sexual abuse, poor music, and inhospitality in parishes. Emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding, the episode advocates for creating shallow entry points for deep discussions to engage with a diverse audience.

Exploring the reimagining of parishes to reach nones and fallen-away Catholics. Reflecting on virtues and self-examination in today's society. Discussing the Church's response to societal challenges and the importance of mission-centered operations. Encouraging reflection and self-assessment for clergy and parishioners. Exploring questions on destiny and adopting a mission mindset for outreach.

Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it, round 2! In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue their discussion around why parishes need to be reimagined now. To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it! In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue with their series on their white paper and talk about why re-imagining parishes is so critical right now. To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

This parish would be your dream come true! In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve to the podcast to talk more about their white paper and to imagine with them what parishes can be. To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo