God's Playbook
Welcome to Gods Playbook. The podcast that knocks the hard hitting religious questions out of the park, or catching the Holy Spirit in the endzone. Train your soul and be God's MVP with your host Fr. Rico Passero. If you'd like to support us please visit: Ko-Fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/godsplaybookpodcast BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984653/supportGoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/supportgodsplaybookpodcast
Episodes
1125 episodes
Season 5 Episode 310 - The Creed
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico breaks down the Nicene Creed—the powerful statement of faith we say at every Mass but don’t always stop to think about. He walks through where it came from, what it really means, and why these word...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 309
•
15:08
Season 5 Episode 308 - Psalm 97
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on Psalm 97 and its powerful reminder that “The Lord is King—let the earth rejoice!” As we move toward Christmas, this joyful psalm helps set the perfect Advent tone, inviting us to recogn...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 308
•
3:17
Season 5 Episode 307 - Feast day of St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico celebrates the feast of St. Juan Diego, the humble man chosen to receive the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531. He shares the incredible story behind the miraculous image on Juan Diego’s ...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 307
•
6:10
Season 5 Episode 306 - The 2nd Sunday of Advent - A Call to Prepare the Way
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico kicks off the second week of Advent by reflecting on John the Baptist’s call to “make straight the way of the Lord.” He explores what it really means to clear a path for God in our daily lives—thro...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 306
•
6:33
Season 5 Episode 305 - Feast Day of St. Nicholas
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico celebrates the feast of St. Nicholas—the real “Santa Claus” whose life of generosity and love for children and the poor still inspires us today. He shares how St. Nicholas’ compassion challenges us...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 305
•
6:06
Season 5 Episode 304 - The Root of Jesse
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on Isaiah’s powerful prophecy of the Root of Jesse—a promise of hope, peace, and a Messiah who stands firm even in the harshest conditions. He unpacks the rich imagery of harmony, justice,...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 304
•
6:06
Season 5 Episode 303 - Holy Days of Obligation
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico breaks down what Holy Days of Obligation are and why they matter in the life of the Church. He explains why different countries have different required feast days and how these celebrations help us...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 303
•
7:31
Season 5 Episode 302 - Feast day of St. Francis Xavier
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico celebrates the feast of St. Francis Xavier, one of the Church’s greatest missionaries and a co-founder of the Jesuits. He shares the incredible story of St. Francis’s passion for spreading the Gosp...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 302
•
4:36
Season 5 Episode 301 - Catholic Aerobics
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico breaks down the real meaning behind all the sitting, standing, kneeling, and genuflecting we do at Mass—what he jokingly calls “Catholic aerobics.” He explains why these postures matter, how they h...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 301
•
14:24
Season 5 Episode 300 - Novenas
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico breaks down what a novena really is—a nine-day prayer tradition that asks God for special graces and helps us stay rooted in faith. He shares where novenas began, why they matter, and highlights so...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 300
•
7:19
Season 5 Episode 299 - The First Sunday of Advent
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on the First Sunday of Advent and its reminder that this season is all about hope and being present to the gift of today. He walks listeners through the readings—from Isaiah’s call to go u...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 299
•
5:56
Season 5 Episode 298 - What's Advent All About?
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico breaks down what Advent is really all about as the Church enters a brand-new liturgical year. He talks about Advent as a season of hope, waiting, and preparing our hearts—not just for Christmas, bu...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 298
•
6:13
Season 5 Episode 297 - Psalm 139
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico dives into the beauty and power of Psalm 139 — a stunning reminder that God knows each of us intimately and loves us deeply. He reflects on how this psalm reveals a God who formed us, walks with us...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 297
•
8:34
Season 5 Episode 296 - the Prayer of Jesus
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on Jesus’ powerful prayer from John 17, where Christ speaks to the Father about unity, glory, and eternal life. He unpacks how this moment reveals the deep love within the Trinity—and how ...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 296
•
5:15
Season 5 Episode 295 - God's Will Prayer
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico continues the week on prayer and thanksgiving by sharing a powerful “God’s Will Prayer” written by St. John Paul II. He reflects on how this prayer helps us open our hearts to God’s plan, find real...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 295
•
5:33
Season 5 Episode 294 - Feast Day of St. Catherine of Alexandria
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico celebrates the feast of St. Catherine of Alexandria—one of his favourite saints and the patron of his home diocese. He shares her incredible story as a young, brilliant Christian who bravely defend...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 294
•
4:44
Season 5 Episode 293 - Death & Taxes: Why have a Funeral?
In today’s episode, Fr. Rico discusses honestly and gently a topic we all face sooner or later: the death of a loved one. He breaks down why Catholic funerals matter—not just for the person who has passed, but for the family and community who g...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 293
•
35:51
Season 5 Episode 292 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses - Hearing
In today’s episode, Fr. Rico wraps up the series on the five senses by diving into the gift of hearing—yes, even those moments of selective hearing! He explores how hearing and truly listening shape our relationships, our prayer, and the way we...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 292
•
11:52
Season 5 Episode 291 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses - Sight
In today’s episode, Fr. Rico reflects on the gift of sight and how it shapes the way we experience God, others, and the world around us. From the beauty of creation to the moments when we struggle to “see” clearly, he reminds listeners that sig...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 291
•
10:49
Season 5 Episode 290 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses - Smell
In today’s episode, Revisiting: The Gift of Senses — Smell, Fr. Rico dives into how scents shape our memories, moods, and everyday experiences. From the smell of fresh bread to the perfumes or flowers that remind us of home, he reflects on how ...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 290
•
7:44
Season 5 Episode 289 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses: Touch
In today’s episode, Revisiting: The Gift of Senses — Touch, Fr. Rico reflects on how touch shapes our humanity and deepens our relationships, especially after the long stretch of distancing during the pandemic. He explores the many ways touch b...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 289
•
7:35
Season 5 Episode 288 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses: Taste
In today’s episode, Revisiting: The Gift of Senses — Taste, Fr. Rico dives into the joy of flavours and the simple pleasure of really tasting the food we love. As his voice continues to recover, he reflects on how taste turns an ordina...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 288
•
5:21
Season 5 Episode 287 - Revisiting The GIft of Senses: Speech
In today’s episode, Revisiting: The Gift of Senses — Speech, Fr. Rico reflects on the simple yet powerful gift of having a voice—especially on a day when his own is barely hanging on. He invites listeners to think about how often we take speech...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 287
•
5:00
Season 5 Episode 286 - Psalm 138
In today’s episode, Psalm 138, Fr. Rico unpacks a beautiful prayer of gratitude, trust, and God’s unwavering love. As the psalmist praises God for answered prayers, strength of soul, and divine protection, listeners are invited to reflect on ho...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 286
•
6:40
Season 5 Episode 285 - Psalm 130
In today’s episode, Psalm 130, Fr. Rico reflects on one of Scripture’s most comforting prayers—a cry from the depths that reminds us God always listens. With its powerful message of mercy, hope, and God’s unfailing love, this psalm becomes a mi...
•
Season 5
•
Episode 285
•
3:51
