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.

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at Isaiah 50:4-7 and how God’s Word wants to prepare our hearts to enter ever more deeply into Holy Week by contemplating the outrageous love Jesus has displayed for us. Isaiah 50 Isaiah 41:8-16 Isaiah 42:1-9 Isaiah 44:1-5 Isaiah 44: 21-28 Isaiah 49:1-13 Isaiah 50:4-7 Isaiah 52:13; 53:12 Isaiah 61:1-3 ====== 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 only time the words “new covenant” appears in the Old Testament; in what the “newness” consists; and what Jesus means when He says His Blood is that new covenant. Jer. 31:31-34 ====== 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 take a look at the final words in the Old Testament and how they offer us encouragement and hope. No matter how far or how often we wander, His plan is not frustrated! 2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23 ====== 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 consider the context of the ten commandments, God’s desire for us to be free, and a prayer exercise to remind us of all God has liberated us from. Exodus 20:1-17 ====== 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 wrestle together with one of the most difficult and challenging Scriptures – the testing of Abraham, and propose something for us to do in these Lenten days so as to grow in our capacity to entrust ourselves and all those we love to the Father. Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18 ====== 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 story of Noah and the flood and how this helps us understand what is going to happen in the lives of those preparing to enter the Church at the Easter Vigil as well as the promises we are all going to renew that same night. Genesis 9:8-15 The Deed To My Life Prayer is located at 27:00 in this episode The Deed To My Life can be found at the link below. Please download and share! The Deed To My Life The Deed To My Life Image ====== 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 welcome Fr. Mark Moriarty from Ireland and together they break open the great grace that is the Sacrament of Confession that restores us to communion with God and one another. Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46 ====== Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! Click To Learn More About ACTS XXIX Special Guest: Fr. Mark Moriarty.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo