God's Playbook
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Season 6 Episode 143 - Mercy not Sacrifice
Welcome back to God’s Playbook! In today’s episode, we dive into the Gospel of Matthew and reflect on Jesus’ powerful words: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” Why did Jesus choose someone like Matthew? And what does that teach us about God’s mer...
Season 6 Episode 142 - Feast day of Nativity of St. John the Baptist
Happy feast day, friends! Today on God’s Playbook, we’re celebrating the Nativity of St. John the Baptist — one of only three birthdays the Church marks in the liturgical year! We’ll reflect on why this day is so meaningful, especially for our ...
Season 6 Episode 141 - Graduation
Graduation season is here, and today on God’s Playbook, we’re taking a moment to celebrate this special milestone—whether it’s kindergarten, high school, college, or beyond! Father Rico reflects on how graduations aren’t just about diplomas, bu...
Season 6 Episode 140 - The Teacher vs Students
In today’s episode, we step into the spiritual classroom to reflect on Christ as our one true Teacher and ourselves as His students. Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew, Fr. Rico explores the significance of allowing Jesus—not ourselves or other...
Season 6 Episode 139 - Thanking God for Work
Today, we're reflecting on the gift of work—how God blesses us with the ability to earn a living, develop our talents, and care for ourselves and others. Whether you're employed, underemployed, or seeking meaningful work, this episode reminds u...
Season 6 Episode 138 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Self-Control
Today we continue our mini-series on the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we look towards Self-Control. What is self-control? How do we exhibit self-control? Let us discuss this more in today's episode alongside Fr. Rico.
Season 6 Episode 137 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Chastity
Today we finish the last of the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we look at Chastity. What is Chastity? How do we exhibit Chastity? Do we live a chaste life? Let's discuss this alongside Fr. Rico on today's podcast episode.
Season 6 Episode 136 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Modesty
We look towards our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today, let's examine the Fruit of Modesty. What is modesty? Do we present ourselves as a modest person? Do we live a modest life? Let's discuss this more in today's podcast episo...
Season 6 Episode 135 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Faithfulness
We continue our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit as we explore the Fruit of Faithfulness. As Christians, we are called to be faithful to God. God should be the center of our lives. Let's learn more alongside Fr. Rico. &n...
Season 6 Episode 134 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Gentleness
We continue our Fruits of the Holy Spirit, today, we talk about the Fruit of Gentleness. Gentleness refers to sensitivity to another person. We should also be concerned about another's welfare, their safety, and their security. Gentleness is gr...
Season 6 Episode 133 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Generosity
Today, we continue our deep dive into the Fruits of the Holy Spirit in God's Playbook. Today we discuss the Fruit of Generosity. We are called to extend ourselves to all people especially the most needy. Are we willing to extend food, clothing,...
Season 6 Episode 132 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Goodness
Today we continue our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. When we think of goodness, it isn't just about doing good, in regards to morals. We must constantly seek the good according to God's standards and what's right for others. Good...
Season 6 Episode 131 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Kindness
Today we continue our mini-series, on the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Do we show Kindness to others? Do we model the kindness that God shows to us? All of us are called to live with kindness. How did you feel when someone showed you kindness?...
Season 6 Episode 130 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Patience
Today we continue the mini-series on the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Today we reflect upon the fruit of Patience. Patience as a fruit of the Holy Spirit referees to treating others with thoughtfulness and tolerance. Do we have patience for others...
Season 6 Episode 129 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Peace
Today we continue our mini-series of the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today, we focus on Peace. Peace is an important fruit of the Holy Spirit. Through prayer and worship, we experience peace and try to spread this worldwide. What is the Peace th...
Season 6 Episode 128 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Joy
Today as we continue our mini-series on the fruits of the Holy Spirit we look towards Joy. What does Joy mean? Where does Joy come from? What is the Joy of Jesus? How can we be more Joyful and how do we share this Joy? Let's hear and explore mo...
Season 6 Episode 127 - The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit - Charity
In addition to the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit, there are also 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we start the mini-series on the 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit beginning with Charity. What does Charity mean? How do we express Charity? How do we ...
Season 6 Episode 126 - The Gift of Fortitude
In this episode of God's Playbook, Father Rico concludes the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the gift of fortitude. Discover how this gift gives us the courage and strength to choose what is right, resist temptation, and rem...
Season 6 Episode 125 - True Flesh and Blood
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. We as the Church believe the Eucharist is the source and summit of our life. Every time we come to mass, the bread and wine are coinfected into the body and blood of Jesus. Let's...
Season 6 Episode 124 - The Gift of Piety
In this episode of God's Playbook, Father Rico continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the gift of piety. Discover how this often-overlooked gift helps us grow in reverence for God, deepen our prayer life, honour other...
Season 6 Episode 123 - The Gift of Counsel
Today's episode of God’s Playbook continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit with a look at The Gift of Good Counsel, also known as right judgment. Fr. Rico explains how this powerful gift helps believers discern God’s will, make wise...
Season 6 Episode 122 - The Gift of the Fear of the Lord
Today, we continue the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring The Gift of the Fear of the Lord. Fr. Rico explains that this gift is not about being afraid of God, but about having a deep sense of wonder, awe, reverence, and trust i...
Season 6 Episode 121 - The Gift of Knowledge
In today’s episode Fr. Rico continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Knowledge. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how this gift helps believers recognize the difference between righ...
Season 6 Episode 120 - The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: The Gift of Understanding
In today’s episode Fr. Rico continues his series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Understanding. Drawing from the teachings of Saint Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how this gift helps us see God’s presence, purpose, and ...
Season 6 Episode 119 - The Gifts of the Holy Spirit: The Gift of Wisdom
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico begins a special series on The Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Wisdom. Drawing on the teachings of Saint Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how true wisdom goes beyond knowledge and h...
