You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how Jesus on the cross fulfills the startling promises of the covenant made in the Old Testament. Exodus 24:3-8 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the critical role constantly remembering all that God has done for us plays in our own lives and in helping children come to know His love and power. Deut. 4:32-34, 39-40 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how the same Spirit who enabled the Apostles to speak in new languages wants to enable us too to speak of the mighty acts of God in words that people will understand so that they too might come to know God’s unfathomable love for them. Acts 2:1-11 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr, John and Mary look at the ascension of our Lord and address a few things we might need to unlearn, a few things we might need to learn, and then apply this great solemnity to our mission as disciples today. Acts 1:1-11 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to “Cornelius’ house” in Acts 10, discuss the “Gentile Pentecost”, and offer a helpful prayer reflection that can allow the Holy Spirit to fall anew on us and heal our distorted understanding of God the Father and of us. Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the person of Paul, and draw several practical applications from his transformation from savage persecutor of Christians to the greatest missionary of all time. Acts 9:26-31 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about an extraordinary conversation they had with two people whose lives were radically changed by Jesus, much like the lame man in Acts 4:8-12, and the non-negotiable nature of prayer in the life of the disciple. Acts 4:8-12 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary ponder the significance of the very first miracle in the Acts of the Apostles and the startling fact that there were two Jesus’ put before the crowds on Good Friday…and before us today. Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 ====== 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

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about one of the most important and powerful signs of the resurrection of Jesus, one that drew countless people into the early Church, and could again today! Acts 4:32-35 To access our Spiritual Conversation booklets, visit actsxxix.org. ====== 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

Explore the conversion of a Roman centurion in Acts 10, reflecting on spreading the message of forgiveness through belief in Jesus. Delve into Peter's transformative encounter with a Roman soldier, challenging cultural norms to share the gospel. Highlight the universal reach of God's plan, showcasing unexpected conversions and emphasizing the importance of sharing faith gently. Find inspiration in Peter's story to not be defined by failures but by love, and pray for opportunities to share hope and joy.