God's Playbook
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1241 episodes
Season 6 Episode 100 - Offering up our Sufferings
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on one of Jesus’ most powerful prayers from the cross: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” He explores the meaning of offering up our suffering and how even life’s hard...
Season 6 Episode 99 - The Joy of Motherhood
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on the joy and gift of motherhood as we prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day. Looking to Mama Mary as the perfect example of love, sacrifice, faith, and compassion, he reminds listeners to gi...
Season 6 Episode 98 - Why do we Crown Mary
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on the beautiful Catholic tradition of crowning Mary during the month of May and what it means to honour her as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Drawing from Marian celebrations i...
Season 6 Episode 97 - Labour Pains
On this Friday of Easter, Fr. Rico reflects on Jesus’ image of labour pains—showing how even life’s toughest moments can lead to something truly good. Sharing simple, real-life conversations with mothers, he connects our everyday struggles to t...
Season 6 Episode 96 - May Flowers
In today’s episode, May Flowers, Fr. Rico reflects on the deeper meaning behind this season and how it connects to our relationship with the Blessed Mother. Moving beyond gardens and springtime, he shares how offering “May flowers” to Mary—thro...
Season 6 Episode 95 - The Gift of Education
In today’s episode, The Gift of Education, Fr. Rico reflects on the value of learning and how education helps shape not just our minds, but our faith and character as well. He shares relatable examples of how teachers, mentors, and everyday exp...
Season 6 Episode 94 -The Peace of Jesus
In today’s episode, The Peace of Jesus, Fr. Rico reflects on the kind of peace only Christ can give—one that goes deeper than feelings and stays even in the middle of life’s challenges. He shares relatable examples, like finding calm in stressf...
Season 6 Episode 93 - May the 4th be with You
In today’s episode, May the 4th Be with You, Fr. Rico leans into the fun of the day while drawing meaningful connections to faith and everyday life—because the real Force worth following is God’s grace. Using the familiar theme of light versus ...
Season 6 Episode 92 - Who can Baptize
In today’s episode, Who Can Baptize, Fr. Rico breaks down an important and often misunderstood question in a simple and approachable way. He explains who can administer baptism and shares real-life examples—like emergency situations—wh...
Season 6 Episode 91 - The Lord is Kind and Merciful
In today’s episode, The Lord Is Kind and Merciful, Fr. Rico reflects on the ways God’s mercy shows up in our everyday lives, even when we don’t deserve it. He shares simple examples—like being given another chance after a mistake, experiencing ...
Season 6 Episode 90 - Come Away to a Deserted Place
In today’s episode, Come Away to a Deserted Place, Fr. Rico reflects on Jesus’ invitation to step away from the noise and busyness of life to rest in God’s presence. He shares how this can look in simple ways—like carving out quiet time for pra...
Season 6 Episode 89 - Like a Good Neighbour
In today’s episode, Like a Good Neighbour, Fr. Rico reflects on what it truly means to love those around us in a real and practical way. He shares how being a good neighbour goes beyond proximity—it’s shown in simple, everyday actions like offe...
Season 6 Episode 88 - What is Temptation
In today’s episode, What Is Temptation, Fr. Rico takes a simple, real-life look at how temptation shows up in our daily choices. He explains how it can be as subtle as choosing impatience over kindness, gossip over encouragement, or putting our...
Season 6 Episode 87 - What is Sin
In today’s episode, What Is Sin?, Fr. Rico breaks down a question we all wrestle with in a simple, real, and faith-filled way. He explains how sin isn’t just about “breaking rules,” but about turning away from God in everyday choices—like choos...
Season 6 Episode 86 - Listening versus Pondering
In today’s episode, Listening versus Pondering, Fr. Rico reflects on the difference between simply hearing God’s word and truly taking the time to reflect on it. He encourages listeners to slow down, sit with what God is saying, and let it real...
Season 6 Episode 85 - Good Shepherd Sunday
In today’s episode, Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Rico reflects on Jesus as the Good Shepherd who knows, leads, and cares for each of us personally. In a warm and relatable way, he invites listeners to recognize the voice of Christ in their lives a...
Season 6 Episode 84 - Joseph -Reunited
In today’s episode, we conclude our in-depth examination of the story of Joseph and his brothers. We reflect on the powerful moment when Jacob, also known as Israel, is reunited with his son Joseph—the son he believed was lost forever. His word...
Season 6 Episode 83- Joseph - Family Unity
Today, we continue exploring the powerful story of Joseph and his brothers. Joseph reveals his identity to those who betrayed him, his brothers, yet instead of anger, he offers them reassurance—reminding them that God had a greater plan at work...
Season 6 Episode 82 - Joseph - Mercy or Revenge
Today, we begin our deep dive into the powerful story of Joseph and his brothers. This first episode explores the betrayal Joseph faced when his own brothers sold him into slavery, setting the stage for a journey of hardship, resilience, and, u...
Season 6 Episode 81 - Love shown in Deeds
In today’s episode, Love Shown in Deeds, Fr. Rico reflects on the Christian call to love as Christ loves—not just in words, but through concrete actions. In a simple and relatable way, he invites listeners to live out their faith by serving oth...
Season 6 Episode 80 - Why do you Persecute Me
In today’s episode, Why Do You Persecute Me, Fr. Rico reflects on Jesus’ striking question to Saul and how it reveals just how personally Christ takes the way we treat others. He also connects this moment to Saul’s powerful conversion into Sain...
Season 6 Episode 79 - I am the Living Bread
In today’s episode, I Am the Living Bread, Fr. Rico picks up on Jesus’ powerful words and what they really mean for us right now—not just someday. In a conversational and relatable way, he unpacks the difference between ordinary bread ...
Season 6 Episode 78 - From Dullness to Life
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico reflects on how prayer is meant to bring life, not dullness, to our faith. Inspired by a beautiful prayer from St. Thomas More, he reminds us that our conversations with God shouldn’t feel routine ...
Season 6 Episode 77 - Renewal of Baptismal Vows
In today's podcast episode, we look at the renewal of Baptismal Vows. The Church invites us to renew them annually. Let us recommit ourselves to our baptismal promises. Let's learn more about our Baptismal Vows today with Fr. Rico.
Season 6 Episode 76 - Thanksgiving for the gift of Faith
In today’s episode, Thanksgiving for the Gift of Faith, Fr. Rico takes a step back to reflect on something we don’t always think about—just how powerful the gift of faith really is. In a relaxed and relatable way, Fr. Rico encourages l...
