God's Playbook
Episodes
1322 episodes
Season 6 Episode 181 - Carrying Ones Cross
Welcome back to God’s Playbook! Today, we're diving into one of Jesus' most powerful invitations: “Take up your cross and follow me.” It's a message that challenged Peter and the apostles—and continues to challenge us today. In this ep...
Season 6 Episode 180 - Feast day of St. Alphonsus Liguori
Welcome to a brand-new month, friends—August is here, and we’re kicking it off with the Feast of St. Alphonsus Liguori! In today’s episode, we explore the life of this brilliant preacher, confessor, and Doctor of the Church, whose simple yet po...
Season 6 Episode 179 - Conflict Management: The Appeal
Today’s episode is Part Two of our Conflict Management series, called “The Appeal.” Yesterday, we explored going one-on-one with someone when there's tension. But what happens when that doesn't work? Jesus offers us the next step—bringing in a ...
Season 6 Episode 178 - Conflict Management - The Approach
Conflict is something we all face—especially with the people we care about most. In today’s episode, we dive into how Jesus teaches us to deal with conflict in a healthy, faith-filled way. Whether it's learning to apologize, choosing not to tri...
Season 6 Episode 177 - Sts. Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Welcome back to God’s Playbook! Today we’re celebrating three of Jesus’s closest friends—Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. These siblings shared a deep and personal relationship with Jesus, reminding us that God desires true friendship with each of us...
Season 6 Episode 176 - the Importance of a Parish
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we’re diving into a question many people ask: Why is it important to have a home parish? Father Rico unpacks why having a spiritual home isn’t just a tradition—it’s a vital part of growing in faith, buildin...
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Season 6 Episode 175 - Getting Involved
Over the past few days, we’ve been talking about the importance of connecting with your local priest and finding a home parish—and today, we’re taking it one step further by talking about ministry. In this episode, Fr. Rico shares why waiting a...
Season 6 Episode 174 - St. Anne and St. Joachim
Today on God’s Playbook, we’re celebrating the feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne — the grandparents of Jesus and the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary. That’s right, it’s basically Catholic Grandparents Day! We take time to honour their role in s...
Season 6 Episode 173 - Come Away to a Deserted Place
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we dive into the final verses of John Chapter 5 and reflect on Jesus’ powerful words about belief, truth, and the deep connection between the law, the prophets, and Himself. Jesus reminds us that true faith...
Season 6 Episode 172 - All Are Connected - John 5: 41-47
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we dive into the final verses of John 5 and reflect on Jesus’ powerful words about belief, truth, and the deep connection between the law, the prophets, and Himself. Jesus reminds us that true faith isn’t a...
Season 6 Episode 171 - Feast Day of St. Bridget
Today on God’s Playbook, we’re celebrating another powerful saint of the Church—St. Bridget of Sweden. Born into nobility in 1303, St. Bridget lived a remarkable life as a wife, mother, mystic, and eventually a religious founder. Known for her ...
Season 6 Episode 170 - Feast Day of St. Mary Magdalene
Today we celebrate the feast day of one of Fr. Rico's 5all-time favourite saints—St. Mary Magdalene. Known for her powerful transformation after encountering Jesus, Mary went from a life of struggle to becoming a bold, faithful disciple and the...
Season 6 Episode 169 - Characteristics of Faith
In this episode of God’s Playbook, Father Rico explores the “Characteristics of Faith,” reminding listeners that faith is first and foremost a gift from God — a supernatural virtue infused by Him. Breaking it down into three key aspects — faith...
Season 6 Episode 168 - Coming to know Jesus - John 5: 31-40
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we dive into John’s Gospel, chapter 5, to better understand who Jesus truly is—the Son of God and the second person of the Blessed Trinity. As Jesus speaks about testimony and truth, we reflect on how the F...
Season 6 Episode 167 - Quick to hear and Slow to Speak
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we dive into the Letter of Saint James, chapter 1, verses 19–21, where we’re reminded to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. These words offer a powerful reminder that reacting too fast—espe...
Season 6 Episode 166 - Living Waters - Part 2
Welcome back to part two of our mini-series on “The Living Waters.” Today, we continue with John 4:27–42, where the Samaritan woman—after her powerful encounter with Jesus—is completely transformed. Her story reminds us that when we truly meet ...
Season 6 Episode 165 - Living Waters - Part 1
In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we kick off a two-part series on the Samaritan woman from John chapter 4—one of the most moving and personal encounters in Scripture. Today, we dive into verses 4 to 26, where Jesus meets a woman at the wel...
Season 6 Episode 164 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Happy Feast Day, friends! Today on God’s Playbook, we celebrate Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a powerful reminder of Mary’s love and protection over us. We give thanks for the Carmelite priests, brothers, sisters, and laypeople who have impacted so...
Season 6 Episode 163 - Feast day of St. Bonaventure
Today we’re celebrating the Feast of Saint Bonaventure—an incredible teacher, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. Known for his deep spirituality and sharp mind, St. Bonaventure shows us how faith and intellect can work together to glorify Go...
Season 6 Episode 162 - What is Love
Today on God’s Playbook, we explore the timeless question: “What is love?” While you might hear that familiar song in your head, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 22, where Jesus gives us the real answer—love God with all your heart, soul, mind,...
Season 6 Episode 161 - Not Living in Fear
Hey friends, welcome back to God’s Playbook! Today’s episode dives into Matthew 10, where Jesus reminds us again and again: do not be afraid. In a world full of uncertainty, it’s easy to let fear hold us back—but Jesus invites us to live boldly...
Season 6 Episode 160 - God Will Provide
Today’s episode is all about a powerful truth we sometimes forget—God will provide. Whether we’re celebrating life’s highs or struggling through the lows, God is always working behind the scenes, giving us what we need (and sometimes even what ...
Season 6 Episode 159 - The 3 Rs - Recycle
Today, we wrap up our mini-series on Reduce, Reuse, Recycle by focusing on the power of recycling. From blue bins to composting, every small effort counts in protecting our planet and caring for God’s creation. Recycling isn’t just about sortin...
Season 6 Episode 158 - The 3 Rs - Reuse
Today we dive into part two of our “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” series as we explore the importance of reusing—a simple yet powerful way to be better stewards of the Earth. Whether it’s flipping over a piece of paper, using washable dishes instead ...
Season 6 Episode 157 - The 3 Rs - Reduce
Today, we’re kicking off a special three-part mini-series on the 3 R’s—Reduce, Reuse, Recycle—focusing on how we can be better stewards of God’s beautiful creation. In this first episode, we talk about what it means to reduce, from the way we s...
