{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo","home_page_url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org","feed_url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/json","description":"Join Fr. John Riccardo and Mary Guilfoyle in their podcast, “You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo” where they will talk about anything and everything that has to do with transforming the Church.\r\n\r\nIf you are blessed by our podcast, and wish to support us, please click https://www.actsxxix.org/give\r\n\r\nLearn more about ACTS XXIX at https://www.actsxxix.org","_fireside":{"subtitle":"Join Fr. John Riccardo and Mary Guilfoyle in their podcast, “You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo” where they will talk about anything and everything that has to do with transforming the Church.","pubdate":"2024-12-23T02:00:00.000-05:00","explicit":false,"copyright":"2024 by ACTS XXIX","owner":"ACTS XXIX","image":"https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/0/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cover.jpg?v=3"},"items":[{"id":"5feece7c-de5e-4490-b7ad-73a7746899e4","title":"Episode 313: Has Anything Really Changed?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/313","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the fact that Christmas is not an escape from reality but rather the celebration that God has come to fight for us. \n\nIsaiah 9:1-6\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the fact that Christmas is not an escape from reality but rather the celebration that God has come to fight for us.

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Isaiah 9:1-6

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the extraordinary ways Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus, and how some prophecies we’re still waiting to see fulfilled are not only right around the corner but will be beyond anything we can imagine.

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Micah 5:1-4a

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Book referenced, “Come Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Art of Waiting” by Mother Mary Francis

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The Rescue Project
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Our Streaming Channels
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","summary":" In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the extraordinary ways Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus, and how some prophecies we’re still waiting to see fulfilled are not only right around the corner but will be beyond anything we can imagine.","date_published":"2024-12-16T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/aab19d70-0cbb-4398-bbef-0b14f3333c65.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22755419,"duration_in_seconds":1422}]},{"id":"49828343-d5d7-4f7b-888e-4e7064162162","title":"Episode 311: Are We Known for our Joy?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/311","content_text":"Zephaniah 3:14-18a\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open what joy is and is not and why and how we as disciples of Jesus should be marked by it.\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Zephaniah 3:14-18a

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open what joy is and is not and why and how we as disciples of Jesus should be marked by it.

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","summary":" In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open what joy is and is not and why and how we as disciples of Jesus should be marked by it.","date_published":"2024-12-09T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/49828343-d5d7-4f7b-888e-4e7064162162.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27907602,"duration_in_seconds":1744}]},{"id":"14d95409-c84b-415d-a6aa-2f1142a4f269","title":"Episode 310: God is the Subject of the Verb","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/310","content_text":"Why can we have hope in the middle of calamitous situations? Because God is good, He is faithful and He acts. In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the disaster that had befallen Israel at the time of Baruch, how God rescued them, and what that has to say to us here and now. \n\nBaruch 5:1-9\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Why can we have hope in the middle of calamitous situations? Because God is good, He is faithful and He acts. In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the disaster that had befallen Israel at the time of Baruch, how God rescued them, and what that has to say to us here and now.

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Baruch 5:1-9

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","summary":"Why can we have hope in the middle of calamitous situations? Because God is good, He is faithful and He acts. In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the disaster that had befallen Israel at the time of Baruch, how God rescued them, and what that has to say to us here and now. ","date_published":"2024-12-02T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/14d95409-c84b-415d-a6aa-2f1142a4f269.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19429718,"duration_in_seconds":1214}]},{"id":"af4ed219-fa5e-4ce6-b0e5-7fc3b043d54d","title":"Episode 309: The Best is Yet to Come!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/309","content_text":"Jeremiah 33:14-16\n\nWhat is Advent really all about? How are we supposed to be living and feeling in these days? What is the Word of God saying to us? In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the fact that the best is not in the past — it’s yet to come; for God is faithful and nothing is impossible for Him.\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Jeremiah 33:14-16

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What is Advent really all about? How are we supposed to be living and feeling in these days? What is the Word of God saying to us? In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the fact that the best is not in the past — it’s yet to come; for God is faithful and nothing is impossible for Him.

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","summary":"What is Advent really all about? How are we supposed to be living and feeling in these days? What is the Word of God saying to us? In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the fact that the best is not in the past — it’s yet to come; for God is faithful and nothing is impossible for Him.","date_published":"2024-11-25T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/af4ed219-fa5e-4ce6-b0e5-7fc3b043d54d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20337943,"duration_in_seconds":1271}]},{"id":"32f38833-dbae-4a03-a949-647b839d3d5b","title":"Episode 308: What Kind of a King Is He?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/308","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the hopeful news that the world is ultimately in the hands of a Sovereign King who is good, has no rival, proven His love for us by laying down His life, and who calls us even now to help transform authority until He returns and makes all things new. \n\nDaniel 4:13-14\n\nEXAMEN FOR LEADERS:\n\n\nWould people say that I am a leader for their sakes?\nDo I surround myself with strong complementary people?\nAm I raising up good followers or great leaders?\nDo I develop plans on my own, or do I seek to discern the Lord’s plan and vision with others?\nDo I clearly and consistently cast that vision to those whom we serve?\nDo I desire to be magnanimous?\n\n\n- How do I speak of and see those with whom I serve?\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the hopeful news that the world is ultimately in the hands of a Sovereign King who is good, has no rival, proven His love for us by laying down His life, and who calls us even now to help transform authority until He returns and makes all things new.

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Daniel 4:13-14

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EXAMEN FOR LEADERS:

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- How do I speak of and see those with whom I serve?

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission

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\nInstagram: @the.rescue.project

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Our Streaming Channels
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\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the hopeful news that the world is ultimately in the hands of a Sovereign King who is good, has no rival, proven His love for us by laying down His life, and who calls us even now to help transform authority until He returns and makes all things new. ","date_published":"2024-11-18T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/32f38833-dbae-4a03-a949-647b839d3d5b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18494743,"duration_in_seconds":1155}]},{"id":"939e5281-1aa9-4bc7-96e9-a1dbbbfe2a26","title":"Episode 307: Are You Ready?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/307","content_text":"Given how November is a month to both pray for our faithful departed and to contemplate our own death, Fr. John invites Mary to share the lessons the Lord taught her some years ago when she was gravely ill. \n\nScripture Passage: Daniel 12:1-3\nSteubenville Conferences: https://steubenvilleconferences.com/\n\nSeven Sisters Apostolate: https://sevensistersapostolate.org/\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Given how November is a month to both pray for our faithful departed and to contemplate our own death, Fr. John invites Mary to share the lessons the Lord taught her some years ago when she was gravely ill.

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Scripture Passage: Daniel 12:1-3
\nSteubenville Conferences: https://steubenvilleconferences.com/

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Seven Sisters Apostolate: https://sevensistersapostolate.org/

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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\nInstagram: @acts.xxix

\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission

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The Rescue Project
\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us
\nInstagram: @the.rescue.project

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Our Streaming Channels
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\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

","summary":"Given how November is a month to both pray for our faithful departed and to contemplate our own death, Fr. John invites Mary to share the lessons the Lord taught her some years ago when she was gravely ill. ","date_published":"2024-11-11T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/939e5281-1aa9-4bc7-96e9-a1dbbbfe2a26.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26815893,"duration_in_seconds":1675}]},{"id":"47a8c619-01e1-422e-94cf-22a302426225","title":"Episode 306: God Is the God of Everyone","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/306","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the encounter between Elijah and the widow of Zarephath and how it reveals something about God, something about this woman, and something to take to prayer ourselves.\n\n1 Kings 17:10-16\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the encounter between Elijah and the widow of Zarephath and how it reveals something about God, something about this woman, and something to take to prayer ourselves.

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1 Kings 17:10-16

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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\nInstagram: @acts.xxix

\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission

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The Rescue Project
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\nInstagram: @the.rescue.project

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Our Streaming Channels
\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse
\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the encounter between Elijah and the widow of Zarephath and how it reveals something about God, something about this woman, and something to take to prayer ourselves.","date_published":"2024-11-04T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/47a8c619-01e1-422e-94cf-22a302426225.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24546374,"duration_in_seconds":1534}]},{"id":"6a61805d-2270-434a-8aac-ae5b40dac389","title":"Episode 305: Do We Know Our Story?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/305","content_text":"Deut. 6:2-6\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the need to constantly tell the story of who God is, what He has done for us, and why it’s only right and just to thank and praise Him.\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Deut. 6:2-6

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the need to constantly tell the story of who God is, what He has done for us, and why it’s only right and just to thank and praise Him.

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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\nInstagram: @acts.xxix

\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission

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The Rescue Project
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\nInstagram: @the.rescue.project

\n\n

Our Streaming Channels
\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse
\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the need to constantly tell the story of who God is, what He has done for us, and why it’s only right and just to thank and praise Him.","date_published":"2024-10-28T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6a61805d-2270-434a-8aac-ae5b40dac389.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23526554,"duration_in_seconds":1470}]},{"id":"e0e829d5-ec00-459e-9335-00fcb60469c7","title":"Episode 304: The Promise Keeper","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/304","content_text":"Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9\n\nSt. Augustine's Commentary Excerpt on Psalm 109: \n\nGod is faithful. He has made himself our debtor, not by receiving anything from us but by promising us so much. The promise alone was not enough for him: he wanted it in writing, so that he could be held to it, practically entering into a contract with us that listed the promises he was making. In that way, when he began to fulfill his promises, we could see the order of their fulfillment by looking in Scripture. Therefore the time of the prophets was the time of making promises.\n\nHe promised us eternal salvation and an unending life of blessedness with the angels, and an imperishable inheritance, the joy of seeing his face, a dwelling-place with him in heaven, and the fear of death removed from us through the resurrection. This is, if you like, his ultimate promise. We look forward to it, and when we reach it, we will want nothing more. But as to how this final end is to be reached, he has also told us in promises and prophecies.\n\nHe has promised to men that they will be like God; to mortals he has promised immortality; to sinners, righteousness; to the lowly, glory.\n\nIndeed, brethren, because what God promised seemed incredible to men - that from mortality, decay, weakness, lowliness, dust and ashes they should become equals of the angels of God - he did not only sign a contract with them to convince them. He sent, not just any prince, not just any angel or archangel, but his only Son. The road by which he was to lead us to the end he had promised us - through his Son he would show us that road.\n\nEven so, it was not enough for God to send his Son to point out the way - he made his Son the way itself, so that we can go on our journey guided by him as he walks along his own way.\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9

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St. Augustine's Commentary Excerpt on Psalm 109:

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God is faithful. He has made himself our debtor, not by receiving anything from us but by promising us so much. The promise alone was not enough for him: he wanted it in writing, so that he could be held to it, practically entering into a contract with us that listed the promises he was making. In that way, when he began to fulfill his promises, we could see the order of their fulfillment by looking in Scripture. Therefore the time of the prophets was the time of making promises.

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He promised us eternal salvation and an unending life of blessedness with the angels, and an imperishable inheritance, the joy of seeing his face, a dwelling-place with him in heaven, and the fear of death removed from us through the resurrection. This is, if you like, his ultimate promise. We look forward to it, and when we reach it, we will want nothing more. But as to how this final end is to be reached, he has also told us in promises and prophecies.

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He has promised to men that they will be like God; to mortals he has promised immortality; to sinners, righteousness; to the lowly, glory.

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Indeed, brethren, because what God promised seemed incredible to men - that from mortality, decay, weakness, lowliness, dust and ashes they should become equals of the angels of God - he did not only sign a contract with them to convince them. He sent, not just any prince, not just any angel or archangel, but his only Son. The road by which he was to lead us to the end he had promised us - through his Son he would show us that road.

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Even so, it was not enough for God to send his Son to point out the way - he made his Son the way itself, so that we can go on our journey guided by him as he walks along his own way.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how they were both struck by the extraordinary promises that God makes through the prophet Jeremiah, and then share a moving excerpt from a sermon by St. Augustine that might help us all grow in hope this week.","date_published":"2024-10-21T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e0e829d5-ec00-459e-9335-00fcb60469c7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":14002518,"duration_in_seconds":875}]},{"id":"fc4bb884-46e7-4f94-bbf5-6bd655af9fe0","title":"Episode 303: The Heart of the Gospel","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/303","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle a common misconception of God, how Jesus wants to shatter that, and as He does so reveals the heart of the Gospel: You Matter! \n\nIsaiah 53:10-11\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle a common misconception of God, how Jesus wants to shatter that, and as He does so reveals the heart of the Gospel: You Matter!

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Isaiah 53:10-11

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle a common misconception of God, how Jesus wants to shatter that, and as He does so reveals the heart of the Gospel: You Matter! ","date_published":"2024-10-14T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fc4bb884-46e7-4f94-bbf5-6bd655af9fe0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24808435,"duration_in_seconds":1550}]},{"id":"720dda54-c1b2-490f-8cdb-91d94a863e09","title":"Episode 302: Show Me Who Your Friends Are and I’ll Tell You Who You Are","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/302","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary recount several overwhelming experiences from the recent mission in Los Angeles and how the saints, both in heaven and on earth, can inspire us to become saints ourselves.\n\nScripture: Wisdom 7:7-11\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary recount several overwhelming experiences from the recent mission in Los Angeles and how the saints, both in heaven and on earth, can inspire us to become saints ourselves.

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Scripture: Wisdom 7:7-11

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary recount several overwhelming experiences from the recent mission in Los Angeles and how the saints, both in heaven and on earth, can inspire us to become saints ourselves.","date_published":"2024-10-07T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/720dda54-c1b2-490f-8cdb-91d94a863e09.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22057010,"duration_in_seconds":1378}]},{"id":"ee3feb46-8819-4177-b844-0424b4ec37d8","title":"Episode 301: Only Together Do Men and Women Fully Image God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/301","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle one of the most important, and most misunderstood, passages about man, woman and marriage. \n\nGenesis 2:18-24\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix \nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle one of the most important, and most misunderstood, passages about man, woman and marriage.

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Genesis 2:18-24

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle one of the most important, and most misunderstood, passages about man, woman and marriage. ","date_published":"2024-09-30T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ee3feb46-8819-4177-b844-0424b4ec37d8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24250459,"duration_in_seconds":1515}]},{"id":"c699babd-8c59-4d93-bab1-cc12b0730cc9","title":"Episode 300: Trolling for Talent","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/300","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how great leaders, like Moses, are humble stewards of God’s gifts, eager to share the responsibility with other great leaders.\n\nScripture: Numbers 11:25-29\n\nrescueproject.us/challenge\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how great leaders, like Moses, are humble stewards of God’s gifts, eager to share the responsibility with other great leaders.

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Scripture: Numbers 11:25-29

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rescueproject.us/challenge

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Our Streaming Channels
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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how great leaders, like Moses, are humble stewards of God’s gifts, eager to share the responsibility with other great leaders.","date_published":"2024-09-23T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c699babd-8c59-4d93-bab1-cc12b0730cc9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17140138,"duration_in_seconds":1071}]},{"id":"0a00bc69-71e0-4c75-9d2a-a99dddf49f01","title":"Episode 299: The Incomprehensible Courage of Jesus ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/299","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on something that perhaps many fail to think about: the courage Jesus showed in knowingly running into all that was coming His way out of love for each of us by name so as to rescue us from Death. \n\nThe Rescue Challenge continues. Visit rescueproject.us/challenge\n\nScripture Passage: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on something that perhaps many fail to think about: the courage Jesus showed in knowingly running into all that was coming His way out of love for each of us by name so as to rescue us from Death.

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The Rescue Challenge continues. Visit rescueproject.us/challenge

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Scripture Passage: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on something that perhaps many fail to think about: the courage Jesus showed in knowingly running into all that was coming His way out of love for each of us by name so as to rescue us from Death. ","date_published":"2024-09-16T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0a00bc69-71e0-4c75-9d2a-a99dddf49f01.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18658583,"duration_in_seconds":1166}]},{"id":"04e842e7-a5c9-4a12-961d-cdf45288aacc","title":"Episode 298: Have We Become Accustomed to the Unimaginable?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/298","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary struggle to put into words the inexpressible reality of Jesus’ passion foreshadowed in Isaiah that we will hear this Sunday.\n\nScripture: Isaiah 50:5-9a\n\nVisit rescueproject.us/challenge to sign up for the Rescue Project Challenge that begins tomorrow, September 10.\n\nConnect with us and our community on our websites and social media.\nOr simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org)\n\nACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission\nWeb: https://www.actsxxix.org \nInstagram: @acts.xxix\nFacebook: @ACTSXXIXmission\n\nThe Rescue Project\nWeb: https://rescueproject.us \nInstagram: @the.rescue.project \n\nOur Streaming Channels\nWeb: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse\nYouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary struggle to put into words the inexpressible reality of Jesus’ passion foreshadowed in Isaiah that we will hear this Sunday.

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Scripture: Isaiah 50:5-9a

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Visit rescueproject.us/challenge to sign up for the Rescue Project Challenge that begins tomorrow, September 10.

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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Synopsis: In this episode, living amidst the most anxious generation of all time, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Isaiah’s encouraging, timely and healing words from God: Be strong! Fear not!

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Scripture passage: Isaiah 35:4-7a

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Beauty of Hope from Good News Conference, 2022
\nhttps://watch.actsxxix.org/videos/the-beauty-of-hope

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The Rescue Project Challenge:

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https://rescueproject.us/challenge/

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Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media.
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","summary":"Synopsis: In this episode, living amidst the most anxious generation of all time, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Isaiah’s encouraging, timely and healing words from God: Be strong! Fear not!","date_published":"2024-09-02T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/063498d5-4872-4b81-b4f3-fd723727ff96.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28229013,"duration_in_seconds":1764}]},{"id":"d478a90e-3284-43d9-a0f7-eaaa32066e35","title":" Episode 296: Our Homes: Where the World Meets the Church","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/our-homes-where-the-world-meets-thechurch","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to their regular format of breaking open the First Reading for Mass this upcoming Sunday and discuss opportunities to make our homes places where the world meets the Church. \n\nJoin the Rescue Project Challenge at rescueproject.us/challenge\n\nFollow along with us on social media: @acts.xxix & @the.rescue.project\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to their regular format of breaking open the First Reading for Mass this upcoming Sunday and discuss opportunities to make our homes places where the world meets the Church.

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Join the Rescue Project Challenge at rescueproject.us/challenge

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Follow along with us on social media: @acts.xxix & @the.rescue.project

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series and discuss a fourth critical question to take to prayer in order to be every freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series and discuss a fourth critical question to take to prayer in order to be every freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us. ","date_published":"2024-08-19T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fd239956-b7ab-4eb8-b4a7-b4f03c4accad.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37113858,"duration_in_seconds":2319}]},{"id":"17a2cb80-c95e-430f-a935-84c5322b47ab","title":"Episode 294: Eavesdropping on the Enemy’s Strategy - Part 3 of 4","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/294","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open part three of a four part series and discuss a third crucial question to bring to prayer in order to be ever freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open part three of a four part series and discuss a third crucial question to bring to prayer in order to be ever freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open part three of a four part series and discuss a third crucial question to bring to prayer in order to be ever freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.","date_published":"2024-08-12T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/17a2cb80-c95e-430f-a935-84c5322b47ab.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31587601,"duration_in_seconds":1973}]},{"id":"1797c645-941a-4139-a417-db1252fa9b34","title":"Episode 293: A Visit to the Divine Physician - Part 2 of 4","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/293","content_text":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary break open part two of a four part series on specific questions to take to prayer in order to be freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode Fr. John and Mary break open part two of a four part series on specific questions to take to prayer in order to be freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.

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======
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","summary":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary break open part two of a four part series on specific questions to take to prayer in order to be freer for the mission God wants to work in and through us.","date_published":"2024-08-05T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1797c645-941a-4139-a417-db1252fa9b34.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39326534,"duration_in_seconds":2457}]},{"id":"94b41315-7a7c-40ce-8fa4-3a03d257efba","title":"Episode 292: Lord, Who Do You Say That I Am? - Part 1 of 4","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/292","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary begin another series of four prayer conversations between ourselves and the Most Holy Trinity, all geared towards our ever greater freedom for the mission Jesus wants to work in and through us.\n\nwww.actsxxix.org/adventguide\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary begin another series of four prayer conversations between ourselves and the Most Holy Trinity, all geared towards our ever greater freedom for the mission Jesus wants to work in and through us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary begin another series of four prayer conversations between ourselves and the Most Holy Trinity, all geared towards our ever greater freedom for the mission Jesus wants to work in and through us.","date_published":"2024-07-29T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/94b41315-7a7c-40ce-8fa4-3a03d257efba.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33657753,"duration_in_seconds":2103}]},{"id":"1e489134-ce23-4f0f-b949-229efd5de0eb","title":"Episode 291: Praying With The Mindset of a General","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/291","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series on changing the way we make decisions and break open how to pray with the mindset of a general in order to prayerfully discern what most needs to happen now.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series on changing the way we make decisions and break open how to pray with the mindset of a general in order to prayerfully discern what most needs to happen now.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary conclude their four-part series on changing the way we make decisions and break open how to pray with the mindset of a general in order to prayerfully discern what most needs to happen now.","date_published":"2024-07-22T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1e489134-ce23-4f0f-b949-229efd5de0eb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27773306,"duration_in_seconds":1735}]},{"id":"b40003ee-4160-4bac-a420-5ac6250a84f1","title":"Episode 290: Praying With the Mindset of a Spy","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/290","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary resume their series on four spiritual conversations to have with the Lord so as to forever change the way we make decisions in our marriages, parishes, schools, dioceses and more. This week focuses on the sobering reality that “the enemy gets a vote.”\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary resume their series on four spiritual conversations to have with the Lord so as to forever change the way we make decisions in our marriages, parishes, schools, dioceses and more. This week focuses on the sobering reality that “the enemy gets a vote.”

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary resume their series on four spiritual conversations to have with the Lord so as to forever change the way we make decisions in our marriages, parishes, schools, dioceses and more. This week focuses on the sobering reality that “the enemy gets a vote.”","date_published":"2024-07-15T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b40003ee-4160-4bac-a420-5ac6250a84f1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33152022,"duration_in_seconds":2071}]},{"id":"ebb2d499-085e-4514-a197-02507f0759ba","title":"Episode 289: We are on Summer Break","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/289","content_text":"ACTS XXIX is on their regular summer break. The _You Were Born For This _Podcast will resume on July 15th. We look forward to continuing our series when we return. Enjoy your summer.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

ACTS XXIX is on their regular summer break. The _You Were Born For This _Podcast will resume on July 15th. We look forward to continuing our series when we return. Enjoy your summer.

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","summary":"ACTS XXIX is on their regular summer break. The You Were Born For This Podcast will resume on July 15th. We look forward to continuing our series when we return. Enjoy your summer.","date_published":"2024-07-01T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ebb2d499-085e-4514-a197-02507f0759ba.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":417458,"duration_in_seconds":25}]},{"id":"67b6843b-2bbb-4eaa-b405-1bcd41a2a83a","title":"Episode 288: What Is Our Biggest Wound, Lord?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/288","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue with their series on forever changing the way we make decisions, this week bringing to the Divine Physician, “What is our biggest wound?”\n\nScriptures to pray with:\nJohn 5:2-9\n1 Corinthians 13:1-17\nColossians: 3:1-7\nRomans 12:9-18\nPhilippians 2:1-4\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue with their series on forever changing the way we make decisions, this week bringing to the Divine Physician, “What is our biggest wound?”

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Scriptures to pray with:
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\n1 Corinthians 13:1-17
\nColossians: 3:1-7
\nRomans 12:9-18
\nPhilippians 2:1-4

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue with their series on forever changing the way we make decisions, this week bringing to the Divine Physician, “What is our biggest wound?”","date_published":"2024-06-24T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/67b6843b-2bbb-4eaa-b405-1bcd41a2a83a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20678866,"duration_in_seconds":1292}]},{"id":"15326f3a-dd5b-4d87-8632-346aa0709bfe","title":"Episode 287: Praying with the Mindset of a Steward (Full Episode Rerelease)","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/287","content_text":"We are pleased to present this rerelease of Monday's podcast. Unfortunately, due to a technical glitch, the last 10 minutes of the original episode were inadvertently cut off. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your understanding as we strive to deliver the best possible listening experience. This updated version includes the full content, ensuring you don't miss any part of our discussion. Thank you for your continued support and enjoy the episode.\n\nTo order According to the Plan I Will Show You: Spiritual Conversations for Discerning God's Plan, visit our store at https://www.actsxxix.org/storestock#discernment-booklets\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

We are pleased to present this rerelease of Monday's podcast. Unfortunately, due to a technical glitch, the last 10 minutes of the original episode were inadvertently cut off. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your understanding as we strive to deliver the best possible listening experience. This updated version includes the full content, ensuring you don't miss any part of our discussion. Thank you for your continued support and enjoy the episode.

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","summary":"In this episode, the second in a series on discerning God’s plans, Fr. John and Mary discuss how to pray with “the mindset of a steward,” in order to discern God’s plans for our marriages, families, parishes, schools, and more. ","date_published":"2024-06-18T20:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/15326f3a-dd5b-4d87-8632-346aa0709bfe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28294083,"duration_in_seconds":1768}]},{"id":"c37c01a4-60cf-4101-8ff0-ebbf80be4b29","title":"Episode 285: The Answer to the Question","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/285","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a break from their regular format of breaking open the Word of God and start a summertime series that will change forever the way we make decisions.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a break from their regular format of breaking open the Word of God and start a summertime series that will change forever the way we make decisions.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a break from their regular format of breaking open the Word of God and start a summertime series that will change forever the way we make decisions.","date_published":"2024-06-10T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c37c01a4-60cf-4101-8ff0-ebbf80be4b29.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32884947,"duration_in_seconds":2055}]},{"id":"18079bb1-ccbe-4f53-8a6a-909fe7c250a6","title":"Episode 284: Who Wrote the First Gospel","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/284","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the worst day in human history and why it is that God's response to this should fill us with great hope.\n\nSend notes, pictures, stories, videos and testimonies to Emilie \nemilie@actsxxix.org \n\nGenesis 3:9-15\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the worst day in human history and why it is that God's response to this should fill us with great hope.

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Genesis 3:9-15

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the worst day in human history and why it is that God's response to this should fill us with great hope.","date_published":"2024-06-03T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/18079bb1-ccbe-4f53-8a6a-909fe7c250a6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29982220,"duration_in_seconds":1873}]},{"id":"30994a81-754d-4e40-b9f3-1f282d744a97","title":"Episode 283: O Mad Lover!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/283","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how Jesus on the cross fulfills the startling promises of the covenant made in the Old Testament. \n\nExodus 24:3-8\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how Jesus on the cross fulfills the startling promises of the covenant made in the Old Testament.

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Exodus 24:3-8

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how Jesus on the cross fulfills the startling promises of the covenant made in the Old Testament. ","date_published":"2024-05-27T02:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/30994a81-754d-4e40-b9f3-1f282d744a97.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24776120,"duration_in_seconds":1548}]},{"id":"5ceff00a-4a5d-4e8c-9d3c-c8773bbe80f9","title":"Episode 282: Don't Forget!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/282","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the critical role constantly remembering all that God has done for us plays in our own lives and in helping children come to know His love and power.\n\nDeut. 4:32-34, 39-40\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the critical role constantly remembering all that God has done for us plays in our own lives and in helping children come to know His love and power.

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Deut. 4:32-34, 39-40

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the critical role constantly remembering all that God has done for us plays in our own lives and in helping children come to know His love and power.","date_published":"2024-05-20T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5ceff00a-4a5d-4e8c-9d3c-c8773bbe80f9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21317508,"duration_in_seconds":1332}]},{"id":"a44a4073-a626-479f-836f-0d2867dd0ab3","title":"Episode 281: Know Your Audience","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/281","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how the same Spirit who enabled the Apostles to speak in new languages wants to enable us too to speak of the mighty acts of God in words that people will understand so that they too might come to know God’s unfathomable love for them.\n\nActs 2:1-11\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how the same Spirit who enabled the Apostles to speak in new languages wants to enable us too to speak of the mighty acts of God in words that people will understand so that they too might come to know God’s unfathomable love for them.

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Acts 2:1-11

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how the same Spirit who enabled the Apostles to speak in new languages wants to enable us too to speak of the mighty acts of God in words that people will understand so that they too might come to know God’s unfathomable love for them.","date_published":"2024-05-13T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a44a4073-a626-479f-836f-0d2867dd0ab3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19605547,"duration_in_seconds":1225}]},{"id":"4684e9f9-a916-4dda-b9bf-8ba0212ff63b","title":"Episode 280: God is Not A.W.O.L.","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/280","content_text":"In this episode, Fr, John and Mary look at the ascension of our Lord and address a few things we might need to unlearn, a few things we might need to learn, and then apply this great solemnity to our mission as disciples today.\n\nActs 1:1-11 \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr, John and Mary look at the ascension of our Lord and address a few things we might need to unlearn, a few things we might need to learn, and then apply this great solemnity to our mission as disciples today.

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Acts 1:1-11

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr, John and Mary look at the ascension of our Lord and address a few things we might need to unlearn, a few things we might need to learn, and then apply this great solemnity to our mission as disciples today.","date_published":"2024-05-06T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4684e9f9-a916-4dda-b9bf-8ba0212ff63b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27577701,"duration_in_seconds":1723}]},{"id":"2c351b02-109f-4298-bb19-2bfecc7800f4","title":"Episode 279: We're All Wrong About Him","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/279","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to “Cornelius’ house” in Acts 10, discuss the “Gentile Pentecost”, and offer a helpful prayer reflection that can allow the Holy Spirit to fall anew on us and heal our distorted understanding of God the Father and of us.\n\nActs 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to “Cornelius’ house” in Acts 10, discuss the “Gentile Pentecost”, and offer a helpful prayer reflection that can allow the Holy Spirit to fall anew on us and heal our distorted understanding of God the Father and of us.

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Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to “Cornelius’ house” in Acts 10, discuss the “Gentile Pentecost”, and offer a helpful prayer reflection that can allow the Holy Spirit to fall anew on us and heal our distorted understanding of God the Father and of us.","date_published":"2024-04-29T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2c351b02-109f-4298-bb19-2bfecc7800f4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26941149,"duration_in_seconds":1683}]},{"id":"67c3c7a7-40a8-4a13-9796-831aa1899c98","title":"Episode 278: Not What You Think It Means?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/278","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the person of Paul, and draw several practical applications from his transformation from savage persecutor of Christians to the greatest missionary of all time. \n\nActs 9:26-31\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the person of Paul, and draw several practical applications from his transformation from savage persecutor of Christians to the greatest missionary of all time.

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Acts 9:26-31

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the person of Paul, and draw several practical applications from his transformation from savage persecutor of Christians to the greatest missionary of all time. ","date_published":"2024-04-22T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/67c3c7a7-40a8-4a13-9796-831aa1899c98.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33672800,"duration_in_seconds":2104}]},{"id":"9d87c95f-a948-4140-ab97-48364d41c177","title":"Episode 277: Are We Christians at Risk?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/277","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about an extraordinary conversation they had with two people whose lives were radically changed by Jesus, much like the lame man in Acts 4:8-12, and the non-negotiable nature of prayer in the life of the disciple. \n\nActs 4:8-12\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about an extraordinary conversation they had with two people whose lives were radically changed by Jesus, much like the lame man in Acts 4:8-12, and the non-negotiable nature of prayer in the life of the disciple.

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Acts 4:8-12

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about an extraordinary conversation they had with two people whose lives were radically changed by Jesus, much like the lame man in Acts 4:8-12, and the non-negotiable nature of prayer in the life of the disciple. ","date_published":"2024-04-15T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9d87c95f-a948-4140-ab97-48364d41c177.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18549364,"duration_in_seconds":1159}]},{"id":"629b245a-c961-49de-8100-357ce8a77f48","title":"Episode 276: You Asked for the Wrong Jesus","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/276","content_text":"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. \n\nActs 3:13-15, 17-19\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Acts 3:13-15, 17-19

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","summary":"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. ","date_published":"2024-04-08T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/629b245a-c961-49de-8100-357ce8a77f48.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23550664,"duration_in_seconds":1471}]},{"id":"0b28a79d-57c2-4985-92b7-b5a55ae18d52","title":"Episode 275: Are We Turning Anything Upside Down?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/275","content_text":"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!\n\nActs 4:32-35\nTo access our Spiritual Conversation booklets, visit actsxxix.org.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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!

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Acts 4:32-35
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","summary":"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!","date_published":"2024-04-01T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0b28a79d-57c2-4985-92b7-b5a55ae18d52.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27492019,"duration_in_seconds":1717}]},{"id":"33043c1e-ce20-45fa-8210-fe350ef297f9","title":"Episode 274: The First Gentile Christian is a What?!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/274","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the momentous events of Acts 10, the story of the 1st Gentile to be baptized, and how much more is in Scripture than we might first realize. \n\nActs 10: 34a, 37-43\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the momentous events of Acts 10, the story of the 1st Gentile to be baptized, and how much more is in Scripture than we might first realize.

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Acts 10: 34a, 37-43

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the momentous events of Acts 10, the story of the 1st Gentile to be baptized, and how much more is in Scripture than we might first realize. ","date_published":"2024-03-25T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/33043c1e-ce20-45fa-8210-fe350ef297f9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25911715,"duration_in_seconds":1619}]},{"id":"0a931ce7-1cdd-41bc-bc7f-fab6eb26cee5","title":"Episode 273: Weary? Jesus Has a Word for Us This Week","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/273","content_text":"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. \n\nIsaiah 50\nIsaiah 41:8-16\nIsaiah 42:1-9\nIsaiah 44:1-5\nIsaiah 44: 21-28\nIsaiah 49:1-13\nIsaiah 50:4-7\nIsaiah 52:13; 53:12\nIsaiah 61:1-3\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Isaiah 50
\nIsaiah 41:8-16
\nIsaiah 42:1-9
\nIsaiah 44:1-5
\nIsaiah 44: 21-28
\nIsaiah 49:1-13
\nIsaiah 50:4-7
\nIsaiah 52:13; 53:12
\nIsaiah 61:1-3

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","summary":"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. ","date_published":"2024-03-18T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0a931ce7-1cdd-41bc-bc7f-fab6eb26cee5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25658014,"duration_in_seconds":1603}]},{"id":"d7836883-b8eb-48f0-8b6e-f462613621e9","title":"Episode 272: Stupendous Mercy!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/272","content_text":"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. \n\nJer. 31:31-34\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Jer. 31:31-34

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","summary":"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. ","date_published":"2024-03-11T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d7836883-b8eb-48f0-8b6e-f462613621e9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26284117,"duration_in_seconds":1642}]},{"id":"ee61cb4b-be71-48c5-a30e-af45ad2cd471","title":"Episode 271: A Heart Wrenched Open!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/271","content_text":"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! \n\n2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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!

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2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23

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","summary":"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! ","date_published":"2024-03-04T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ee61cb4b-be71-48c5-a30e-af45ad2cd471.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22101181,"duration_in_seconds":1381}]},{"id":"bf526854-d7b2-464f-ade6-8c16d50c0073","title":"Episode 270: The Ten Gifts","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/270","content_text":"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.\n\nExodus 20:1-17\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Exodus 20:1-17

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","summary":"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.","date_published":"2024-02-26T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/bf526854-d7b2-464f-ade6-8c16d50c0073.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20826406,"duration_in_seconds":1301}]},{"id":"7019c76e-a91e-412f-9f7c-f787a3dd145a","title":"Episode 269: The Journey From Love to Trust","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/269","content_text":"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.\n\nGenesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18

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","summary":"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.","date_published":"2024-02-19T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7019c76e-a91e-412f-9f7c-f787a3dd145a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27858151,"duration_in_seconds":1740}]},{"id":"f008c992-25be-4eca-9013-193d57f09e73","title":"Episode 268: Preparing to Pledge Allegiance","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/268","content_text":"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. \n\nGenesis 9:8-15\n\nThe Deed To My Life Prayer is located at 27:00 in this episode\nThe Deed To My Life can be found at the link below. Please download and share!\nThe Deed To My Life\nThe Deed To My Life Image\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

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.

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Genesis 9:8-15

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","summary":"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. ","date_published":"2024-02-12T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f008c992-25be-4eca-9013-193d57f09e73.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29511180,"duration_in_seconds":1844}]},{"id":"2fdb844d-e7f0-4e39-a046-66ac2cd61013","title":"Episode 267: Stop Ringing the Bell","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/267","content_text":"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.\n\nLeviticus 13:1-2, 44-46\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX Special Guest: Fr. Mark Moriarty.","content_html":"

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.

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Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46

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Special Guest: Fr. Mark Moriarty.

","summary":"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.","date_published":"2024-02-05T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2fdb844d-e7f0-4e39-a046-66ac2cd61013.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27396724,"duration_in_seconds":1712}]},{"id":"9e48d703-7980-4cd1-8188-c5802644ac19","title":"Episode 266: There is Another Side to the Tapestry","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/266","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on suffering, some of the things that Scripture has to say to us about it, and how to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus when we’re in the midst of it.\n\nJob 7:1-4, 6-7 \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on suffering, some of the things that Scripture has to say to us about it, and how to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus when we’re in the midst of it.

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Job 7:1-4, 6-7

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on suffering, some of the things that Scripture has to say to us about it, and how to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus when we’re in the midst of it.","date_published":"2024-01-29T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9e48d703-7980-4cd1-8188-c5802644ac19.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30742488,"duration_in_seconds":1921}]},{"id":"746c81b2-db61-4c1f-8081-19953d58f080","title":"Episode 265: Terrifying Intimacy","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/265","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the 1st Reading for this coming week and how it can help us understand the importance of maintaining a relationship with God that is animated by both holy fear and profound intimacy.\n\nDeut. 18:15-20\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the 1st Reading for this coming week and how it can help us understand the importance of maintaining a relationship with God that is animated by both holy fear and profound intimacy.

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Deut. 18:15-20

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the 1st Reading for this coming week and how it can help us understand the importance of maintaining a relationship with God that is animated by both holy fear and profound intimacy.","date_published":"2024-01-22T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/746c81b2-db61-4c1f-8081-19953d58f080.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39371776,"duration_in_seconds":1968}]},{"id":"7c525623-5d0b-4cd2-aa40-4121bffab706","title":"Episode 264: Open Heart Surgery","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/264","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at Jonah’s hatred and animosity towards those he wrongly considers his enemies and what the Lord might want to reveal to us in our day.\n\nScripture Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10\nLink to Msgr. James Shea's SEEK talk: https://seekreplay.com/video/21\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at Jonah’s hatred and animosity towards those he wrongly considers his enemies and what the Lord might want to reveal to us in our day.

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Scripture Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
\nLink to Msgr. James Shea's SEEK talk: https://seekreplay.com/video/21

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at Jonah’s hatred and animosity towards those he wrongly considers his enemies and what the Lord might want to reveal to us in our day.","date_published":"2024-01-15T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7c525623-5d0b-4cd2-aa40-4121bffab706.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31676896,"duration_in_seconds":1583}]},{"id":"c0f0defb-787f-4354-ac5b-56e17a6af311","title":"Episode 263: The Art of Listening","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/263","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John asks Mary to share her experience of acquiring the habit of daily prayer as they reflect together on Samuel’s not yet being familiar with the Lord’s voice and learning how to listen to Him.\n\n1 Samuel 3:3-10,19\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John asks Mary to share her experience of acquiring the habit of daily prayer as they reflect together on Samuel’s not yet being familiar with the Lord’s voice and learning how to listen to Him.

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1 Samuel 3:3-10,19

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John asks Mary to share her experience of acquiring the habit of daily prayer as they reflect together on Samuel’s not yet being familiar with the Lord’s voice and learning how to listen to Him.","date_published":"2024-01-08T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c0f0defb-787f-4354-ac5b-56e17a6af311.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39670336,"duration_in_seconds":1983}]},{"id":"abcefc63-0ba9-41fe-ba20-9023664b5925","title":"Episode 262: Either…Or!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/262","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the mission of the disciple tio both evangelize and recreate in light of Isaiah’s prophecy in the 1st Reading this coming Sunday.\n\nScripture Passage: Isaiah 60:1-6\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the mission of the disciple tio both evangelize and recreate in light of Isaiah’s prophecy in the 1st Reading this coming Sunday.

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Scripture Passage: Isaiah 60:1-6

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the mission of the disciple tio both evangelize and recreate in light of Isaiah’s prophecy in the 1st Reading this coming Sunday.","date_published":"2024-01-01T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/abcefc63-0ba9-41fe-ba20-9023664b5925.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29065216,"duration_in_seconds":1453}]},{"id":"3e69c6cf-f24a-4055-9848-26d312ae5eb9","title":"Episode 261: A City on a Hill","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/261","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary wrap up the series on healing and reflect on what the Lord calls our parishes to be.\nSir. 3:2-6; 12-14\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary wrap up the series on healing and reflect on what the Lord calls our parishes to be.
\nSir. 3:2-6; 12-14

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary wrap up the series on healing and reflect on what the Lord calls our parishes to be.","date_published":"2023-12-25T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3e69c6cf-f24a-4055-9848-26d312ae5eb9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42165376,"duration_in_seconds":2108}]},{"id":"4c186abd-30c8-4b22-ad19-c4fb5775567b","title":"Episode 260: He is Not Ashamed to Call Us Brothers and Sisters","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/260","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their Advent series on healing in light of the upcoming Sunday 1st Reading, focusing this week on how the Lord desires and is able to bring healing to our families. \n\n2 Samuel: 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a,16\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their Advent series on healing in light of the upcoming Sunday 1st Reading, focusing this week on how the Lord desires and is able to bring healing to our families.

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2 Samuel: 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a,16

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their Advent series on healing in light of the upcoming Sunday 1st Reading, focusing this week on how the Lord desires and is able to bring healing to our families. ","date_published":"2023-12-18T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4c186abd-30c8-4b22-ad19-c4fb5775567b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35395456,"duration_in_seconds":1769}]},{"id":"59467dfa-83b9-43d6-b3a5-a63742af9b73","title":"Episode 259: Within Your Wounds, Hide Me","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/259","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to apply the Word of God in Isaiah to the theme of healing, and especially this week to healing within marriages. The beautiful reality is that God has called and equipped husbands and wives to be agents of healing for one another, so as to help bind up broken hearts. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to apply the Word of God in Isaiah to the theme of healing, and especially this week to healing within marriages. The beautiful reality is that God has called and equipped husbands and wives to be agents of healing for one another, so as to help bind up broken hearts.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to apply the Word of God in Isaiah to the theme of healing, and especially this week to healing within marriages. The beautiful reality is that God has called and equipped husbands and wives to be agents of healing for one another, so as to help bind up broken hearts. ","date_published":"2023-12-11T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/59467dfa-83b9-43d6-b3a5-a63742af9b73.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34870336,"duration_in_seconds":1743}]},{"id":"beb29bae-b78e-48ce-bcdd-69e0d87e7815","title":"Episode 258: Good News: We Can Be Healed","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/258","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinarily comforting message God gives to Isaiah and to us, namely, that He wants to bring healing to each and every one of us, and then send us out into a broken world in order to be agents of His healing wherever it is most needed.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinarily comforting message God gives to Isaiah and to us, namely, that He wants to bring healing to each and every one of us, and then send us out into a broken world in order to be agents of His healing wherever it is most needed.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinarily comforting message God gives to Isaiah and to us, namely, that He wants to bring healing to each and every one of us, and then send us out into a broken world in order to be agents of His healing wherever it is most needed.","date_published":"2023-12-04T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/beb29bae-b78e-48ce-bcdd-69e0d87e7815.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30393376,"duration_in_seconds":1519}]},{"id":"700e38c1-22c5-470e-80dd-a40eb4a976c8","title":"Episode 257: Humility, Humility, Humility","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/257","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the season of Advent that is about to begin and speak about the comforting and sobering reality of being a part of the human family that is constantly in need of mercy and being refashioned by the Potter.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the season of Advent that is about to begin and speak about the comforting and sobering reality of being a part of the human family that is constantly in need of mercy and being refashioned by the Potter.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the season of Advent that is about to begin and speak about the comforting and sobering reality of being a part of the human family that is constantly in need of mercy and being refashioned by the Potter.","date_published":"2023-11-27T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/700e38c1-22c5-470e-80dd-a40eb4a976c8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35636161,"duration_in_seconds":1781}]},{"id":"81ffe256-d26d-4549-91de-1e552f4ebbb1","title":"Episode 256: Grateful We Have a (good) Shepherd","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/256","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary encourage us this Thanksgiving week to prayerfully call to mind the many occasions on which the good Shepherd has rescued us. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary encourage us this Thanksgiving week to prayerfully call to mind the many occasions on which the good Shepherd has rescued us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary encourage us this Thanksgiving week to prayerfully call to mind the many occasions on which the good Shepherd has rescued us. ","date_published":"2023-11-20T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/81ffe256-d26d-4549-91de-1e552f4ebbb1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29525598,"duration_in_seconds":1476}]},{"id":"6191e503-b000-4c28-8138-e75309ca3356","title":"Episode 255: Just Love","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/255","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s words to us in Proverbs 31 and apply them to our daily lives, regardless of our state of life. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s words to us in Proverbs 31 and apply them to our daily lives, regardless of our state of life.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s words to us in Proverbs 31 and apply them to our daily lives, regardless of our state of life. ","date_published":"2023-11-13T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6191e503-b000-4c28-8138-e75309ca3356.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35320602,"duration_in_seconds":1765}]},{"id":"0f6d909a-178d-4349-9705-8a3158053e52","title":"Episode 254: Pursuing and Pursued by Wisdom","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/254","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how necessary it is to pray for and desire wisdom, and consider the startling reality that the One who is wise desires us! \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how necessary it is to pray for and desire wisdom, and consider the startling reality that the One who is wise desires us!

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how necessary it is to pray for and desire wisdom, and consider the startling reality that the One who is wise desires us! ","date_published":"2023-11-06T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0f6d909a-178d-4349-9705-8a3158053e52.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34455426,"duration_in_seconds":1722}]},{"id":"97dd6ddd-5923-40b2-98f5-fa21587e4721","title":"Episode 253: Whole Or Half-Hearted?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/253","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how God’s Word through both Malachi and the Gospel of Matthew leads us to think about how we can better use our time, money and gifting for the glory of God and our own good. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how God’s Word through both Malachi and the Gospel of Matthew leads us to think about how we can better use our time, money and gifting for the glory of God and our own good.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary consider how God’s Word through both Malachi and the Gospel of Matthew leads us to think about how we can better use our time, money and gifting for the glory of God and our own good. ","date_published":"2023-10-30T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/97dd6ddd-5923-40b2-98f5-fa21587e4721.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40157957,"duration_in_seconds":2007}]},{"id":"5eba187f-01dd-4e98-89bb-a33ecf384bb9","title":"Episode 252: What Do Kings Do?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/252","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary first reveal an exciting new matching gift made to ACTS XXIX and then discuss how we can practically respond to God’s challenging and sobering words to us in Exodus 20.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary first reveal an exciting new matching gift made to ACTS XXIX and then discuss how we can practically respond to God’s challenging and sobering words to us in Exodus 20.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary first reveal an exciting new matching gift made to ACTS XXIX and then discuss how we can practically respond to God’s challenging and sobering words to us in Exodus 20.","date_published":"2023-10-23T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5eba187f-01dd-4e98-89bb-a33ecf384bb9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29245565,"duration_in_seconds":1462}]},{"id":"a6a68f89-1c8d-4b8a-9cca-8d6f935833dc","title":"Episode 251: Idols and the One True God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/251","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us all to pray and fast for the situation in the Middle East, and discuss two key relevant themes found in the First Reading from Isaiah this coming Sunday.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us all to pray and fast for the situation in the Middle East, and discuss two key relevant themes found in the First Reading from Isaiah this coming Sunday.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us all to pray and fast for the situation in the Middle East, and discuss two key relevant themes found in the First Reading from Isaiah this coming Sunday.","date_published":"2023-10-16T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a6a68f89-1c8d-4b8a-9cca-8d6f935833dc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23545647,"duration_in_seconds":1177}]},{"id":"6cf032d8-e34e-44be-ba2f-7ae9ad846ab1","title":"Episode 250: The Best Is Up Ahead","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/250","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinary graces of heaven and the closest we can get to them on earth.\n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinary graces of heaven and the closest we can get to them on earth.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the extraordinary graces of heaven and the closest we can get to them on earth.","date_published":"2023-10-09T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6cf032d8-e34e-44be-ba2f-7ae9ad846ab1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22485598,"duration_in_seconds":1124}]},{"id":"06d69ca2-395b-4319-a954-35824cc4c283","title":"Episode 249: What Does He Want From Me?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/249","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s Word through the Prophet Isaiah and reflect on what God is looking for in us as disciples of His Son. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s Word through the Prophet Isaiah and reflect on what God is looking for in us as disciples of His Son.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the Lord’s Word through the Prophet Isaiah and reflect on what God is looking for in us as disciples of His Son. ","date_published":"2023-10-01T22:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/06d69ca2-395b-4319-a954-35824cc4c283.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26185581,"duration_in_seconds":1309}]},{"id":"268b5b4d-96c7-41a3-88ce-6d3876218766","title":"Episode 248: Preparing for the Final Exam","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/248","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open God’s words through Ezekiel and offer sobering and hopeful reflections on the day of judgment awaiting us all. \n\n======\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nClick To Learn More About ACTS XXIX ","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open God’s words through Ezekiel and offer sobering and hopeful reflections on the day of judgment awaiting us all.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open God’s words through Ezekiel and offer sobering and hopeful reflections on the day of judgment awaiting us all. ","date_published":"2023-09-25T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/268b5b4d-96c7-41a3-88ce-6d3876218766.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38015394,"duration_in_seconds":1900}]},{"id":"e267b80d-3945-4201-9362-5ddc6cc9c2fc","title":"Episode 247: An Invitation We Should Not to Refuse","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/247","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary peer into God’s Heart displayed for us through the prophet Isaiah, and ponder together the great news that He is not like us with regards to mercy and forgiveness. \n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary peer into God’s Heart displayed for us through the prophet Isaiah, and ponder together the great news that He is not like us with regards to mercy and forgiveness.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary peer into God’s Heart displayed for us through the prophet Isaiah, and ponder together the great news that He is not like us with regards to mercy and forgiveness. ","date_published":"2023-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e267b80d-3945-4201-9362-5ddc6cc9c2fc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30525565,"duration_in_seconds":1526}]},{"id":"229e3124-da41-45d8-93e0-8800d60ad2af","title":"Episode 246: Everything is at Stake!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/246","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary break open God’s challenging word to us about the absolute importance of forgiveness. \n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary break open God’s challenging word to us about the absolute importance of forgiveness.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary break open God’s challenging word to us about the absolute importance of forgiveness. ","date_published":"2023-09-11T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/229e3124-da41-45d8-93e0-8800d60ad2af.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":44095655,"duration_in_seconds":2204}]},{"id":"843e15ec-eb18-4d3d-b09d-1eee881617d1","title":"Episode 245: Prophets (That’s all of us!) Need Love, Courage and Humility","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/245","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on three essential virtues priests, parents and other leaders need to have.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on three essential virtues priests, parents and other leaders need to have.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on three essential virtues priests, parents and other leaders need to have.","date_published":"2023-09-04T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/843e15ec-eb18-4d3d-b09d-1eee881617d1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40290659,"duration_in_seconds":2014}]},{"id":"b27c012d-12d2-43f6-9f24-59c2f64f276b","title":"Episode 244: Prophetic Pain","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/244","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the mission, privilege and at times pain of being prophets, like Jeremiah.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the mission, privilege and at times pain of being prophets, like Jeremiah.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the mission, privilege and at times pain of being prophets, like Jeremiah.","date_published":"2023-08-28T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b27c012d-12d2-43f6-9f24-59c2f64f276b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34053141,"duration_in_seconds":1702}]},{"id":"c00a2c71-148a-4b7d-9f13-9aaa1723b886","title":"Episode 243: Authority is Not About Power or Privilege","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/243","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Isaiah 22:19-23 and discuss not only how this passage is crucial for understanding Jesus giving keys to Peter but also the genuine purpose of authority no matter where it is exercised.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Isaiah 22:19-23 and discuss not only how this passage is crucial for understanding Jesus giving keys to Peter but also the genuine purpose of authority no matter where it is exercised.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Isaiah 22:19-23 and discuss not only how this passage is crucial for understanding Jesus giving keys to Peter but also the genuine purpose of authority no matter where it is exercised.","date_published":"2023-08-21T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c00a2c71-148a-4b7d-9f13-9aaa1723b886.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33536961,"duration_in_seconds":1676}]},{"id":"c392ce40-f8b5-4d60-a620-0700dee67544","title":"Episode 242: The Real House of Prayer","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/242","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus’ quotation of Isaiah 56 after He cleanses the Temple and some practical applications to our daily lives. \n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus’ quotation of Isaiah 56 after He cleanses the Temple and some practical applications to our daily lives.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus’ quotation of Isaiah 56 after He cleanses the Temple and some practical applications to our daily lives. ","date_published":"2023-08-14T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c392ce40-f8b5-4d60-a620-0700dee67544.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26325598,"duration_in_seconds":1316}]},{"id":"b72a510e-5c51-4954-bcdb-0f1935332c91","title":"Episode 241: Something’s Missing","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/241","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the context and the missing verses from this week’s First Reading detailing the encounter between God and Elijah and to do a little homework before we go to Mass in order to be ever better prepared for what God wants to say to us.\n\nA Catholic Introduction to the Bible: The Old Testament\nJohn Bergsma and Brant Pitre\nIgnatius Press\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the context and the missing verses from this week’s First Reading detailing the encounter between God and Elijah and to do a little homework before we go to Mass in order to be ever better prepared for what God wants to say to us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the context and the missing verses from this week’s First Reading detailing the encounter between God and Elijah and to do a little homework before we go to Mass in order to be ever better prepared for what God wants to say to us.","date_published":"2023-08-07T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b72a510e-5c51-4954-bcdb-0f1935332c91.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22160635,"duration_in_seconds":1107}]},{"id":"18b2626b-b3ae-443b-a66e-2963a6b88724","title":"Episode 240: Who’s In Charge, Part II","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/240","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on how the Word of God can help us stay calm despite the headlines.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on how the Word of God can help us stay calm despite the headlines.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on how the Word of God can help us stay calm despite the headlines.","date_published":"2023-07-31T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/18b2626b-b3ae-443b-a66e-2963a6b88724.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27925336,"duration_in_seconds":1396}]},{"id":"c8eb4e5c-5e71-4eb5-88a8-52b5ca6cbfa0","title":"Episode 239: What We Can Learn From a Mighty Man’s Fall","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/239","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open Solomon’s dream and the real life lessons and warnings Solomon’s life offers us.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open Solomon’s dream and the real life lessons and warnings Solomon’s life offers us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open Solomon’s dream and the real life lessons and warnings Solomon’s life offers us.","date_published":"2023-07-24T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c8eb4e5c-5e71-4eb5-88a8-52b5ca6cbfa0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28965743,"duration_in_seconds":1810}]},{"id":"067c9513-a8af-4b35-b9b4-59079e73fe0c","title":"Episode 238: God Is Not Like That","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/238","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tee up a new approach to the podcast and dive into the First Reading for this coming Sunday's Mass.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tee up a new approach to the podcast and dive into the First Reading for this coming Sunday's Mass.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tee up a new approach to the podcast and dive into the First Reading for this coming Sunday's Mass.","date_published":"2023-07-17T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/067c9513-a8af-4b35-b9b4-59079e73fe0c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35812749,"duration_in_seconds":1790}]},{"id":"3e7171e0-5e00-494b-b88a-7772bf77b867","title":"Episode 237: The Zaccheus Principle","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/237","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond. (Original Air Date: March 7, 2022)\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond. (Original Air Date: March 7, 2022)

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond. (Original Air Date: March 7, 2022)","date_published":"2023-07-10T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3e7171e0-5e00-494b-b88a-7772bf77b867.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20029358,"duration_in_seconds":1251}]},{"id":"f0a5ca04-4cf8-4740-a0b0-e8cc3aacd97e","title":"Episode 236: Bringing Transformation to Catholic Education","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/236","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education. (This episode originally aired on July 26, 2021)\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!Special Guest: Msgr. James Shea.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education. (This episode originally aired on July 26, 2021)

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Special Guest: Msgr. James Shea.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education.","date_published":"2023-07-03T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f0a5ca04-4cf8-4740-a0b0-e8cc3aacd97e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29845547,"duration_in_seconds":1865}]},{"id":"a05420c9-118c-45ac-bda9-1ddb68aaf005","title":"Episode 235: Recovery","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/235","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how Jesus not only reveals God to us, but reveals how to be truly human.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how Jesus not only reveals God to us, but reveals how to be truly human.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how Jesus not only reveals God to us, but reveals how to be truly human.","date_published":"2023-06-26T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a05420c9-118c-45ac-bda9-1ddb68aaf005.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":43157859,"duration_in_seconds":2157}]},{"id":"61ee2cd4-6560-48b6-ba3d-cf5549b53d43","title":"Episode 234: Never More United Than At Mass","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/234","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite Deacon Mark Moriarity to the conversation and talk about the beauty of friendship and the reality of unity made possible through the Eucharist. \n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite Deacon Mark Moriarity to the conversation and talk about the beauty of friendship and the reality of unity made possible through the Eucharist.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite Deacon Mark Moriarity to the conversation and talk about the beauty of friendship and the reality of unity made possible through the Eucharist. ","date_published":"2023-06-19T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/61ee2cd4-6560-48b6-ba3d-cf5549b53d43.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34440275,"duration_in_seconds":1721}]},{"id":"2024a4f9-a0b5-447f-97fb-1645045ddb58","title":"Episode 233: “Who Must Do What?\" ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/233","content_text":"In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a homily delivered by Fr. John at the first Mass of newly ordained Fr. Christopher Epplett for the Diocese of Grand Rapids. \n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a homily delivered by Fr. John at the first Mass of newly ordained Fr. Christopher Epplett for the Diocese of Grand Rapids.

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","summary":"In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a homily delivered by Fr. John at the first Mass of newly ordained Fr. Christopher Epplett for the Diocese of Grand Rapids. ","date_published":"2023-06-12T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2024a4f9-a0b5-447f-97fb-1645045ddb58.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33730267,"duration_in_seconds":1686}]},{"id":"8e0d6a86-532d-4cc7-b078-188b10b0c6bf","title":"Episode 232: Managing Transitions","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/232","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on this season of transitions, most especially from the perspective of parishes and priests preparing to say goodbye and hello to one another.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on this season of transitions, most especially from the perspective of parishes and priests preparing to say goodbye and hello to one another.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on this season of transitions, most especially from the perspective of parishes and priests preparing to say goodbye and hello to one another.","date_published":"2023-06-05T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8e0d6a86-532d-4cc7-b078-188b10b0c6bf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24585320,"duration_in_seconds":1229}]},{"id":"a12ebe48-1da8-4a75-a2a3-a42e03d694bf","title":"Episode 231: Father of the Poor","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/231","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary linger over one line from the Pentecost Sequence and encourage us all to call for a daily outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary linger over one line from the Pentecost Sequence and encourage us all to call for a daily outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary linger over one line from the Pentecost Sequence and encourage us all to call for a daily outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our lives.","date_published":"2023-05-29T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a12ebe48-1da8-4a75-a2a3-a42e03d694bf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37005500,"duration_in_seconds":1850}]},{"id":"fc23bcc1-41ce-4c17-828c-acae9560138e","title":"Episode 230: Light a Match","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/230","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss what the Holy Spirit sends us out into the world to do.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss what the Holy Spirit sends us out into the world to do.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss what the Holy Spirit sends us out into the world to do.","date_published":"2023-05-22T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fc23bcc1-41ce-4c17-828c-acae9560138e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32145157,"duration_in_seconds":1607}]},{"id":"7c8d885d-7102-42ca-805c-d8e6cd1afa61","title":"Episode 229: Permission to be Real","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/229","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about grief, and the importance of giving one another permission to be real.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about grief, and the importance of giving one another permission to be real.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about grief, and the importance of giving one another permission to be real.","date_published":"2023-05-15T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7c8d885d-7102-42ca-805c-d8e6cd1afa61.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31215198,"duration_in_seconds":1560}]},{"id":"cccbc4a8-3a60-4098-9f4f-472b113ff19b","title":"Episode 228: The Wrecking Ball","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/228","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with ACTS XXIX intern, Dcn. Mark Moriarty from Ireland, about the power of Eucharistic Adoration.\n\nCheck out the photo\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with ACTS XXIX intern, Dcn. Mark Moriarty from Ireland, about the power of Eucharistic Adoration.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with ACTS XXIX intern, Dcn. Mark Moriarty from Ireland, about the power of Eucharistic Adoration.","date_published":"2023-05-08T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cccbc4a8-3a60-4098-9f4f-472b113ff19b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26440537,"duration_in_seconds":1321}]},{"id":"8cca6a01-9618-4cf2-9c8f-88775f4704f5","title":"Episode 227: A Question, A Word and a Prayer","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/227","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one simple excerpt from John 6 that should overwhelm us and fill us with gratitude.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one simple excerpt from John 6 that should overwhelm us and fill us with gratitude.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one simple excerpt from John 6 that should overwhelm us and fill us with gratitude.","date_published":"2023-05-01T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8cca6a01-9618-4cf2-9c8f-88775f4704f5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34095459,"duration_in_seconds":1704}]},{"id":"378df9a9-a00d-4de1-9803-6d332fd2533e","title":"Episode 226: A Call to Arms","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/226","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite all of you to come alongside us in fervent prayer so that God can get His world back.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite all of you to come alongside us in fervent prayer so that God can get His world back.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite all of you to come alongside us in fervent prayer so that God can get His world back.","date_published":"2023-04-24T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/378df9a9-a00d-4de1-9803-6d332fd2533e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35785581,"duration_in_seconds":1789}]},{"id":"d3cfeec8-b3f5-4327-8465-666315f433d0","title":"Episode 225: Why Worship","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/225","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Aaron Richards and Joseph Schlueter with Damascus Worship about why worship is an essential dimension in the life of a disciple of Jesus.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Aaron Richards and Joseph Schlueter with Damascus Worship about why worship is an essential dimension in the life of a disciple of Jesus.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Aaron Richards and Joseph Schlueter with Damascus Worship about why worship is an essential dimension in the life of a disciple of Jesus.","date_published":"2023-04-17T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d3cfeec8-b3f5-4327-8465-666315f433d0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":64845238,"duration_in_seconds":3242}]},{"id":"e039e93d-6389-4d9c-935c-c9ed83b3f5ff","title":"Episode 224: It’s Okay to Stare!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/224","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the Resurrection of Jesus and offer some very practical advice.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the Resurrection of Jesus and offer some very practical advice.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the Resurrection of Jesus and offer some very practical advice.","date_published":"2023-04-10T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e039e93d-6389-4d9c-935c-c9ed83b3f5ff.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30755443,"duration_in_seconds":1537}]},{"id":"76fceeea-5b91-46e7-9cbd-8b114c7a10ed","title":"Episode 223: The Ultimate Superfood!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/223","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the great gift of the Eucharist and invite us to enter into Holy Week asking to know every more deeply who Jesus is and what He has given to us in this super essential food.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the great gift of the Eucharist and invite us to enter into Holy Week asking to know every more deeply who Jesus is and what He has given to us in this super essential food.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the great gift of the Eucharist and invite us to enter into Holy Week asking to know every more deeply who Jesus is and what He has given to us in this super essential food.","date_published":"2023-04-03T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/76fceeea-5b91-46e7-9cbd-8b114c7a10ed.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34125238,"duration_in_seconds":1706}]},{"id":"828d7533-f1a6-46bd-b558-c35fb867b909","title":"Episode 222: Get In The Scene!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/222","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the unthinkable story of Jesus bringing back a man from the dead, and how we can learn from this Gospel account to pray more deeply with the Scriptures for Holy Week.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the unthinkable story of Jesus bringing back a man from the dead, and how we can learn from this Gospel account to pray more deeply with the Scriptures for Holy Week.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary dive into the unthinkable story of Jesus bringing back a man from the dead, and how we can learn from this Gospel account to pray more deeply with the Scriptures for Holy Week.","date_published":"2023-03-27T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/828d7533-f1a6-46bd-b558-c35fb867b909.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":48700520,"duration_in_seconds":2434}]},{"id":"d8bcb233-110b-4f16-961f-f0655f23b337","title":"Episode 221: Here I am, Lord, I Come to Do Your Will","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/221","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle the related subjects of prayer, surrender, and trust as we prepare for Holy Week.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle the related subjects of prayer, surrender, and trust as we prepare for Holy Week.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle the related subjects of prayer, surrender, and trust as we prepare for Holy Week.","date_published":"2023-03-20T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d8bcb233-110b-4f16-961f-f0655f23b337.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30365173,"duration_in_seconds":1518}]},{"id":"babbdaab-292c-4d5e-a273-51a764f4bf29","title":"Episode 220: Jerusalem In Our Rearview Mirror","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/220","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share some additional insights from their pilgrimage to the Holy Land and offer a challenge as we get closer to Holy Week.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share some additional insights from their pilgrimage to the Holy Land and offer a challenge as we get closer to Holy Week.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share some additional insights from their pilgrimage to the Holy Land and offer a challenge as we get closer to Holy Week.","date_published":"2023-03-13T02:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/babbdaab-292c-4d5e-a273-51a764f4bf29.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33483149,"duration_in_seconds":1673}]},{"id":"0dafe5d4-c4e9-45de-85a3-58a27c8d979d","title":"Episode 219: It Happened Here!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/219","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Mary, and Albert share some of the many graces so far experienced on a pilgrimage to Israel.\nCheck out the video series at https://watch.actsxxix.org/journey-through-the-holy-land\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Mary, and Albert share some of the many graces so far experienced on a pilgrimage to Israel.
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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Mary, and Albert share some of the many graces so far experienced on a pilgrimage to Israel.","date_published":"2023-03-06T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0dafe5d4-c4e9-45de-85a3-58a27c8d979d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20246381,"duration_in_seconds":1012}]},{"id":"372aa433-d026-4269-bf64-953c69a7bafe","title":"Episode 218: What's The Target?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/218","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to have a clear aim for the season of Lent, something by which we will know whether or not it was a fruitful season.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to have a clear aim for the season of Lent, something by which we will know whether or not it was a fruitful season.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to have a clear aim for the season of Lent, something by which we will know whether or not it was a fruitful season.","date_published":"2023-02-27T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/372aa433-d026-4269-bf64-953c69a7bafe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30805598,"duration_in_seconds":1540}]},{"id":"96a05657-f74e-4b77-ac7c-b54e742b4e47","title":"Episode 217: Time to Re-Enlist","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/217","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss the ultimate call of Lent.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss the ultimate call of Lent.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary discuss the ultimate call of Lent.","date_published":"2023-02-20T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/96a05657-f74e-4b77-ac7c-b54e742b4e47.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32917859,"duration_in_seconds":1645}]},{"id":"285b069f-918d-4116-b7ab-2e542c3e94ab","title":"Episode 216: No Need to Hide","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/216","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary build on a conversation that began last week and share with us practical ways to get vulnerable with God in prayer.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary build on a conversation that began last week and share with us practical ways to get vulnerable with God in prayer.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary build on a conversation that began last week and share with us practical ways to get vulnerable with God in prayer.","date_published":"2023-02-13T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/285b069f-918d-4116-b7ab-2e542c3e94ab.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34145614,"duration_in_seconds":1707}]},{"id":"9f02c0cb-c55b-4470-89f0-47f1057cd1d7","title":"Episode 215: God’s Agenda for Lent","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/215","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent retreat and propose a way to think about Lent.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent retreat and propose a way to think about Lent.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent retreat and propose a way to think about Lent.","date_published":"2023-02-06T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9f02c0cb-c55b-4470-89f0-47f1057cd1d7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33347834,"duration_in_seconds":1667}]},{"id":"281e76c8-038e-485b-aeba-c352f21ede9c","title":"Episode 214: Time to Detox","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/214","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the absolute importance of wasting time with God.\n\n======\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly communications\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the absolute importance of wasting time with God.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the absolute importance of wasting time with God.","date_published":"2023-01-30T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/281e76c8-038e-485b-aeba-c352f21ede9c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31805565,"duration_in_seconds":1590}]},{"id":"842ccfa4-1496-4ca6-9659-049ac5f3d995","title":"Episode 213: Yeah, But How Do I Do It?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/213","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary go deeper with the principle, Restoring the Initiative to God, and talk about how do you “listen to God.”\n\nSeeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to \"Thoughts from the Trailer\", our weekly article\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary go deeper with the principle, Restoring the Initiative to God, and talk about how do you “listen to God.”

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary go deeper with the principle, Restoring the Initiative to God, and talk about how do you “listen to God.”","date_published":"2023-01-23T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/842ccfa4-1496-4ca6-9659-049ac5f3d995.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32475345,"duration_in_seconds":1623}]},{"id":"9d324fda-ac6a-4e84-a9a8-0f2bf88be4e3","title":"Episode 212: Restoring the Initiative to God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/212","content_text":"Fr. John shares a recent preaching on the importance of restoring the initiative to God; to learn how to seek His good plan for our life.\n\nSeeking to be encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to \"Thoughts from the Trailer\", our weekly article\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

Fr. John shares a recent preaching on the importance of restoring the initiative to God; to learn how to seek His good plan for our life.

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","summary":"Fr. John shares a recent preaching on the importance of restoring the initiative to God; to learn how to seek His good plan for our life.","date_published":"2023-01-16T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9d324fda-ac6a-4e84-a9a8-0f2bf88be4e3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":53760438,"duration_in_seconds":2687}]},{"id":"d1520ddd-02de-47f4-8f2d-5d09731430bc","title":"Episode 211: Maybe We Need to Get Even More Basic ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/211","content_text":"In this episode Father John and Mary share some exciting news about The Rescue Project, ACTS XXX media and an image from the Lord to start this new year.\n\nSeeking to be encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming.\n\nVisit us at our online site.\n\nSubscribe to \"Thoughts from the Trailer\", our weekly article\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!","content_html":"

In this episode Father John and Mary share some exciting news about The Rescue Project, ACTS XXX media and an image from the Lord to start this new year.

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","summary":"In this episode Father John and Mary share some exciting news about The Rescue Project, ACTS XXX media and an image from the Lord to start this new year.","date_published":"2023-01-09T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d1520ddd-02de-47f4-8f2d-5d09731430bc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33425679,"duration_in_seconds":1671}]},{"id":"3fedb83e-e373-4ac5-a25c-74d4eccfa8f7","title":"Episode 210: God Does Not Lie!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/210","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to ask the Holy Spirit to impress upon us that God is always faithful to His promises.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to ask the Holy Spirit to impress upon us that God is always faithful to His promises.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to ask the Holy Spirit to impress upon us that God is always faithful to His promises.","date_published":"2022-12-26T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3fedb83e-e373-4ac5-a25c-74d4eccfa8f7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25805239,"duration_in_seconds":1290}]},{"id":"58a185bb-8291-4d9b-953c-648db257479c","title":"Episode 209: Walking With Mary in Times of Uncertainty","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/209","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what it is Our Lady can teach us when life is unclear.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what it is Our Lady can teach us when life is unclear.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what it is Our Lady can teach us when life is unclear.","date_published":"2022-12-19T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/58a185bb-8291-4d9b-953c-648db257479c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23808961,"duration_in_seconds":1190}]},{"id":"e0c48b68-634b-4454-bb33-c61095264aa1","title":"Episode 208: Hosting a Parish Wide Conversation with The Rescue Project","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/208","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary invite Fr. Thomas Haan, pastor of St. Louis de Montfort in Fishers, Indiana along with Brian Freyberger, Director of Evangelization and Jeff Hess of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, to talk about why and how they launched The Rescue Project in their parishes.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary invite Fr. Thomas Haan, pastor of St. Louis de Montfort in Fishers, Indiana along with Brian Freyberger, Director of Evangelization and Jeff Hess of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, to talk about why and how they launched The Rescue Project in their parishes.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary invite Fr. Thomas Haan, pastor of St. Louis de Montfort in Fishers, Indiana along with Brian Freyberger, Director of Evangelization and Jeff Hess of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, to talk about why and how they launched The Rescue Project in their parishes.","date_published":"2022-12-12T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e0c48b68-634b-4454-bb33-c61095264aa1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":61418161,"duration_in_seconds":2982}]},{"id":"183959b1-181b-4b9d-b1b5-b13fd96d8f04","title":"Episode 207: Benedict, Europe and Getting Our Hearts Aligned to God’s","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/207","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what St. Benedict (the patron of Europe) might have to say to us as Catholics living here and now in the USA.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what St. Benedict (the patron of Europe) might have to say to us as Catholics living here and now in the USA.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on what St. Benedict (the patron of Europe) might have to say to us as Catholics living here and now in the USA.","date_published":"2022-12-05T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/183959b1-181b-4b9d-b1b5-b13fd96d8f04.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30452945,"duration_in_seconds":1522}]},{"id":"93778426-2483-4205-9443-80f05821bda6","title":"Episode 206: It’s Just a Matter of Time","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/206","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on several passages from the Book of Revelation that allow us even now to see how it all ends, so that we might live each day with quiet hope.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on several passages from the Book of Revelation that allow us even now to see how it all ends, so that we might live each day with quiet hope.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on several passages from the Book of Revelation that allow us even now to see how it all ends, so that we might live each day with quiet hope.","date_published":"2022-11-28T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/93778426-2483-4205-9443-80f05821bda6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26488079,"duration_in_seconds":1324}]},{"id":"93b2a0eb-6ef5-4200-9391-1103bc937221","title":"Episode 205: Conversation Starters for Thanksgiving","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/205","content_text":"In this episode, Albert joins Fr. John and Mary and talk about the primacy of praise and gratitude, particularly as we celebrate Thanksgiving this week. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Albert joins Fr. John and Mary and talk about the primacy of praise and gratitude, particularly as we celebrate Thanksgiving this week.

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","summary":"In this episode, Albert joins Fr. John and Mary and talk about the primacy of praise and gratitude, particularly as we celebrate Thanksgiving this week. ","date_published":"2022-11-21T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/93b2a0eb-6ef5-4200-9391-1103bc937221.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21805369,"duration_in_seconds":1090}]},{"id":"9cd0b59a-ea34-4449-94a4-480ebaeeb017","title":"Episode 204: Living Life Backwards","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/204","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how we, as disciples of Jesus, are to prepare for our own death.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how we, as disciples of Jesus, are to prepare for our own death.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how we, as disciples of Jesus, are to prepare for our own death.","date_published":"2022-11-14T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9cd0b59a-ea34-4449-94a4-480ebaeeb017.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31605467,"duration_in_seconds":1580}]},{"id":"00d5384c-05d3-47a5-8b3a-8e8e6cf36cb7","title":"Episode 203: Grieving with Great Hope","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/203","content_text":"In this episode, since November is a grace filled time to pray for our departed loved ones, Fr. John and Mary break open what grieving as disciples of Jesus looks like.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, since November is a grace filled time to pray for our departed loved ones, Fr. John and Mary break open what grieving as disciples of Jesus looks like.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, since November is a grace filled time to pray for our departed loved ones, Fr. John and Mary break open what grieving as disciples of Jesus looks like.","date_published":"2022-11-07T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/00d5384c-05d3-47a5-8b3a-8e8e6cf36cb7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39718055,"duration_in_seconds":1985}]},{"id":"e1b47e66-6414-412a-b23c-b48a311ce504","title":"Episode 202: Unpacking the Rest of the Quote","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/202","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a deeper dive into the words of St. Joan of Arc and the reasons we have not to be afraid.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a deeper dive into the words of St. Joan of Arc and the reasons we have not to be afraid.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a deeper dive into the words of St. Joan of Arc and the reasons we have not to be afraid.\r\n","date_published":"2022-10-31T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e1b47e66-6414-412a-b23c-b48a311ce504.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30574494,"duration_in_seconds":1440}]},{"id":"a781739d-a5f9-4bc8-8359-8ac77b2f910e","title":"Episode 201: Major Milestones in The Rescue Project","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/201","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome back Albert Faraj to the show to discuss some exciting updates regarding The Rescue Project and some ideas to ponder with Advent rapidly approaching.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome back Albert Faraj to the show to discuss some exciting updates regarding The Rescue Project and some ideas to ponder with Advent rapidly approaching.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome back Albert Faraj to the show to discuss some exciting updates regarding The Rescue Project and some ideas to ponder with Advent rapidly approaching.","date_published":"2022-10-24T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a781739d-a5f9-4bc8-8359-8ac77b2f910e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25285402,"duration_in_seconds":1264}]},{"id":"6b66fd75-199d-4671-95fb-d611fef1d432","title":"Episode 200: We Need a Miracle","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/200","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a dire issue facing the state of Michigan and beyond and the need for Our Lady's wondrous intercession.\nhttps://supportmiwomenandchildren.org\n\n-- \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a dire issue facing the state of Michigan and beyond and the need for Our Lady's wondrous intercession.
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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a dire issue facing the state of Michigan and beyond and the need for Our Lady's wondrous intercession. https://supportmiwomenandchildren.org\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2022-10-17T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6b66fd75-199d-4671-95fb-d611fef1d432.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30665581,"duration_in_seconds":1533}]},{"id":"7fe94e6b-3b3a-4d01-b452-0b31c3c0bf87","title":"Episode 199: Do You See Me?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/199","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the overwhelming need in the Church to recover what it means to be human.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the overwhelming need in the Church to recover what it means to be human.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the overwhelming need in the Church to recover what it means to be human.\r\n","date_published":"2022-10-10T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7fe94e6b-3b3a-4d01-b452-0b31c3c0bf87.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30225157,"duration_in_seconds":1511}]},{"id":"9042310f-3663-41ad-a04d-9531280c17b8","title":"Episode 198: The Importance of Praise","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/198","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary build on last week’s episode on worship and go deeper with the importance of praise and some practical ways to incorporate that into our daily life this week.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary build on last week’s episode on worship and go deeper with the importance of praise and some practical ways to incorporate that into our daily life this week.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary build on last week’s episode on worship and go deeper with the importance of praise and some practical ways to incorporate that into our daily life this week.","date_published":"2022-10-03T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9042310f-3663-41ad-a04d-9531280c17b8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25995410,"duration_in_seconds":1299}]},{"id":"876452b8-a4cb-4123-8218-b9516d218b09","title":"Episode 197: What Do You Mean By Worship?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/197","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Albert to the mic to engage in a conversation on the meaning and importance of worship.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Albert to the mic to engage in a conversation on the meaning and importance of worship.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Albert to the mic to engage in a conversation on the meaning and importance of worship.","date_published":"2022-09-26T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/876452b8-a4cb-4123-8218-b9516d218b09.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27845402,"duration_in_seconds":1392}]},{"id":"6e995ab1-8189-4e62-9173-57c59b71117e","title":"Episode 196: First Things First!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/196","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect upon the upcoming election in light of two Scriptures that the Church has offered to us over the last 10 days and encourage us to fervently and charitably pray for those men and women who govern us.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect upon the upcoming election in light of two Scriptures that the Church has offered to us over the last 10 days and encourage us to fervently and charitably pray for those men and women who govern us.

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","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect upon the upcoming election in light of two Scriptures that the Church has offered to us over the last 10 days and encourage us to fervently and charitably pray for those men and women who govern us.","date_published":"2022-09-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6e995ab1-8189-4e62-9173-57c59b71117e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28725206,"duration_in_seconds":1436}]},{"id":"77e7548f-8599-493c-8f67-ded898e4f546","title":"Episode 195: What Do You Call Me, Lord?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/195","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to the all important issue of identity. The great truth is that we are not the sum of our failures, and God does not define us by our sins. We are beloved sons and daughters, and not for anything we have or haven't done, but simply because it's His most generous gift.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to the all important issue of identity. The great truth is that we are not the sum of our failures, and God does not define us by our sins. We are beloved sons and daughters, and not for anything we have or haven't done, but simply because it's His most generous gift.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary return to the all important issue of identity. The great truth is that we are not the sum of our failures, and God does not define us by our sins. We are beloved sons and daughters, and not for anything we have or haven't done, but simply because it's His most generous gift.\r\n","date_published":"2022-09-12T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/77e7548f-8599-493c-8f67-ded898e4f546.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33705190,"duration_in_seconds":1685}]},{"id":"1dcec74b-6741-4711-8cee-845e0796c465","title":"Episode 194: TRUST","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/194","content_text":"Litany of Trust ](https://sistersoflife.org/litany-of-trust/)\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Litany of Trust ](https://sistersoflife.org/litany-of-trust/)

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. Jon and Mary offer some words that the Lord has shared ,in prayer, on the importance of trusting Him.","date_published":"2022-09-06T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1dcec74b-6741-4711-8cee-845e0796c465.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23755149,"duration_in_seconds":1187}]},{"id":"de9d1143-6bae-4624-becb-24e68a0b440e","title":"Episode 193: Don't Bury Your Gifts in the Ground!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/193","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer an encouraging word for us all to know the gifts God has given us and to use them to do great things for His glory.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer an encouraging word for us all to know the gifts God has given us and to use them to do great things for His glory.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer an encouraging word for us all to know the gifts God has given us and to use them to do great things for His glory.","date_published":"2022-08-29T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/de9d1143-6bae-4624-becb-24e68a0b440e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25965630,"duration_in_seconds":1298}]},{"id":"6ba2e7e8-9f3a-4233-a308-cf84abe3a401","title":"Episode 192: Launched!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/192","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary thank all those who attended the Running Rescue Equipping Day and encouraged people to begin watching the Rescue Project.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary thank all those who attended the Running Rescue Equipping Day and encouraged people to begin watching the Rescue Project.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary thank all those who attended the Running Rescue Equipping Day and encouraged people to begin watching the Rescue Project.","date_published":"2022-08-22T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6ba2e7e8-9f3a-4233-a308-cf84abe3a401.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15143622,"duration_in_seconds":756}]},{"id":"aa57bb70-4885-4f10-bc71-292a2b5fb52f","title":"Episode 191: The Uniqueness of the Rescue Project","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/191","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what makes The Rescue Project unique from other similar experiences.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what makes The Rescue Project unique from other similar experiences.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what makes The Rescue Project unique from other similar experiences.","date_published":"2022-08-15T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/aa57bb70-4885-4f10-bc71-292a2b5fb52f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28135361,"duration_in_seconds":1406}]},{"id":"8e3edde9-dc8b-4a67-90c4-75837985d147","title":"Episode 190: The Biggest Mission Field in the World","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/190","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary ask for prayers for some work with college students this week and continue to break open everything related to the launch of The Rescue Project.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary ask for prayers for some work with college students this week and continue to break open everything related to the launch of The Rescue Project.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary ask for prayers for some work with college students this week and continue to break open everything related to the launch of The Rescue Project.","date_published":"2022-08-08T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8e3edde9-dc8b-4a67-90c4-75837985d147.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19985157,"duration_in_seconds":999}]},{"id":"6017b030-69ed-43cd-b7fc-b85806e773f7","title":"Episode 189: The Rescue Project Is Coming!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/189","content_text":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of The Rescue Project on August 20 and offer practical suggestions on how to best prepare to run it.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of The Rescue Project on August 20 and offer practical suggestions on how to best prepare to run it.

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","summary":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of The Rescue Project on August 20 and offer practical suggestions on how to best prepare to run it.","date_published":"2022-08-01T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6017b030-69ed-43cd-b7fc-b85806e773f7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27205402,"duration_in_seconds":1360}]},{"id":"5c305614-c110-4c05-8d6f-87eb6660630a","title":"Episode 188: What Does It Take?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/188","content_text":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary reflect upon a couple of recent encounters and how God reminded them the goal isn’t to win arguments but people and what it can often take to do that.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode Fr. John and Mary reflect upon a couple of recent encounters and how God reminded them the goal isn’t to win arguments but people and what it can often take to do that.

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","summary":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary reflect upon a couple of recent encounters and how God reminded them the goal isn’t to win arguments but people and what it can often take to do that.","date_published":"2022-07-25T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5c305614-c110-4c05-8d6f-87eb6660630a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25985483,"duration_in_seconds":1299}]},{"id":"f24b1372-ab61-46da-adaf-8a72620a7791","title":"Episode 187: Who's With You?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/187","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on a few lessons they learned at a recent team offsite they were fortunate to have at Gettysburg.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on a few lessons they learned at a recent team offsite they were fortunate to have at Gettysburg.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on a few lessons they learned at a recent team offsite they were fortunate to have at Gettysburg.","date_published":"2022-07-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f24b1372-ab61-46da-adaf-8a72620a7791.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22868030,"duration_in_seconds":1143}]},{"id":"a39903cf-18f9-4d47-854e-5774e4c4f39f","title":"Episode 186: Why Does He Do it?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/186","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look back at the Gospel from last Sunday, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and reflect on one of the reasons Jesus gives Himself to us in the Eucharist.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look back at the Gospel from last Sunday, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and reflect on one of the reasons Jesus gives Himself to us in the Eucharist.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look back at the Gospel from last Sunday, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and reflect on one of the reasons Jesus gives Himself to us in the Eucharist.","date_published":"2022-07-11T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a39903cf-18f9-4d47-854e-5774e4c4f39f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25745157,"duration_in_seconds":1287}]},{"id":"19cd372a-261c-487f-a71b-67d058e7e605","title":"Episode 185: The Physician is the Medicine","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/185","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the simple but life-changing truth that Jesus is inviting us to friendship.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the simple but life-changing truth that Jesus is inviting us to friendship.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the simple but life-changing truth that Jesus is inviting us to friendship.","date_published":"2022-07-04T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/19cd372a-261c-487f-a71b-67d058e7e605.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29445141,"duration_in_seconds":1472}]},{"id":"d71e8144-4619-4871-b778-f83e2f63106d","title":"Episode 184: Mission Starts Now!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/184","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary catch up again with Jim Musgrave, a seminarian intern with ACTS XXIX, about the insights the Lord is teaching him right now.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary catch up again with Jim Musgrave, a seminarian intern with ACTS XXIX, about the insights the Lord is teaching him right now.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary catch up again with Jim Musgrave, a seminarian intern with ACTS XXIX, about the insights the Lord is teaching him right now.","date_published":"2022-06-27T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d71e8144-4619-4871-b778-f83e2f63106d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28725206,"duration_in_seconds":1436}]},{"id":"9a652d7a-d014-4935-a76b-d88facd1f58d","title":"Episode 183: A Movement Begins","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/183","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary give thanks to God for the abundant graces He poured out on the Rescue Project LIVE event in Columbus and issue a clarion call to bring this movement across the country.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary give thanks to God for the abundant graces He poured out on the Rescue Project LIVE event in Columbus and issue a clarion call to bring this movement across the country.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary give thanks to God for the abundant graces He poured out on the Rescue Project LIVE event in Columbus and issue a clarion call to bring this movement across the country.","date_published":"2022-06-20T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9a652d7a-d014-4935-a76b-d88facd1f58d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24725337,"duration_in_seconds":1236}]},{"id":"11666a81-8366-48ff-9a97-03e3723b47b7","title":"Episode 182: Worldly Minds With Catholic Patches","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/182","content_text":"Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the National Eucharistic Revival and the need to recover a sacramental vision of reality.","date_published":"2022-06-13T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/11666a81-8366-48ff-9a97-03e3723b47b7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34145614,"duration_in_seconds":1707}]},{"id":"9e6b2a3d-15ca-496b-997a-0d50d239fa7f","title":"Episode 181: Is It Really Just a Day?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/181","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to make Pentecost a daily celebration and to ask the Lord to clothe us with power from on high so we may be more credible witnesses to a world desperately in need of hope.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to make Pentecost a daily celebration and to ask the Lord to clothe us with power from on high so we may be more credible witnesses to a world desperately in need of hope.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary encourage us to make Pentecost a daily celebration and to ask the Lord to clothe us with power from on high so we may be more credible witnesses to a world desperately in need of hope.","date_published":"2022-06-06T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9e6b2a3d-15ca-496b-997a-0d50d239fa7f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25505353,"duration_in_seconds":1275}]},{"id":"0011357b-26dd-44d3-b5e4-6e3dc0fd3f13","title":"Episode 180: Who is God Calling to the 21st Century Priesthood","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/180","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with seminarian Jim Musgrave who is interning with ACTS XXIX this summer and talk about his journey into discerning the priesthood.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with seminarian Jim Musgrave who is interning with ACTS XXIX this summer and talk about his journey into discerning the priesthood.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a conversation with seminarian Jim Musgrave who is interning with ACTS XXIX this summer and talk about his journey into discerning the priesthood.","date_published":"2022-05-30T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0011357b-26dd-44d3-b5e4-6e3dc0fd3f13.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32255394,"duration_in_seconds":1612}]},{"id":"7b9cccf0-5d3a-40bc-af65-ba098b50a38e","title":"Episode 179: Does God Acts?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/179","content_text":"In this episode, against the backdrop of the letter from Archbishop Cordileone to Speaker Pelosi, Fr. John and Mary ask the direct question, \"Does God act?\"\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, against the backdrop of the letter from Archbishop Cordileone to Speaker Pelosi, Fr. John and Mary ask the direct question, "Does God act?"

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, against the backdrop of the letter from Archbishop Cordileone to Speaker Pelosi, Fr. John and Mary ask the direct question, \"Does God act?\"","date_published":"2022-05-23T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7b9cccf0-5d3a-40bc-af65-ba098b50a38e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28785288,"duration_in_seconds":1439}]},{"id":"0e43b557-f0de-4d47-b027-42c5e25afe20","title":"Episode 178: Restoring the Initiative To God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/178","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open three very practical ways to pray that can be applied in any context in order to know God's plan and where to concentrate our energy and attention.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open three very practical ways to pray that can be applied in any context in order to know God's plan and where to concentrate our energy and attention.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open three very practical ways to pray that can be applied in any context in order to know God's plan and where to concentrate our energy and attention.","date_published":"2022-05-16T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0e43b557-f0de-4d47-b027-42c5e25afe20.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23485565,"duration_in_seconds":1174}]},{"id":"03a18391-c74e-4e2b-839c-9e3b2987cfd0","title":"Episode 177: Conducting Ourselves With Grace in the Midst of Trials","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/177","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the increasing hostility towards the Church in the light of Scripture.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the increasing hostility towards the Church in the light of Scripture.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the increasing hostility towards the Church in the light of Scripture.","date_published":"2022-05-09T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/03a18391-c74e-4e2b-839c-9e3b2987cfd0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28735655,"duration_in_seconds":1436}]},{"id":"2e44baa0-148b-442f-a2e7-85ad40dfc4c2","title":"Episode 176: I Had No Idea!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/176","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary pull back the curtain and share a bit about their ministry to priests and invite everyone to pray for them and think about ways they can come alongside their pastors to help encourage and support them.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary pull back the curtain and share a bit about their ministry to priests and invite everyone to pray for them and think about ways they can come alongside their pastors to help encourage and support them.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary pull back the curtain and share a bit about their ministry to priests and invite everyone to pray for them and think about ways they can come alongside their pastors to help encourage and support them.","date_published":"2022-05-02T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2e44baa0-148b-442f-a2e7-85ad40dfc4c2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22276618,"duration_in_seconds":1113}]},{"id":"2e5356cc-ce60-4309-93da-a2c5857deea9","title":"Episode 175: Striving to Maintain Unity!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/175","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the constant and ever more urgent need for unity in the Body of Christ and what we can do to help bring this about.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the constant and ever more urgent need for unity in the Body of Christ and what we can do to help bring this about.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the constant and ever more urgent need for unity in the Body of Christ and what we can do to help bring this about.","date_published":"2022-04-25T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2e5356cc-ce60-4309-93da-a2c5857deea9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31200047,"duration_in_seconds":1559}]},{"id":"16c6e6a3-7240-4a6a-af63-f8b0cf8b4e9d","title":"Episode 174: Easter with My Cousin Vinny","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/174","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer some ways to pray deeply into these extraordinary mysteries we’re celebrating in this Octave of Easter. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer some ways to pray deeply into these extraordinary mysteries we’re celebrating in this Octave of Easter.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary offer some ways to pray deeply into these extraordinary mysteries we’re celebrating in this Octave of Easter. ","date_published":"2022-04-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/16c6e6a3-7240-4a6a-af63-f8b0cf8b4e9d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31525532,"duration_in_seconds":1576}]},{"id":"c22f9621-1068-489a-8007-ec9840107073","title":"Episode 173: Out of the Abundance of the Heart His Mouth Speaks: One Way to Know If We Understand Easter","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/173","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus' words from the cross and share a powerful meditation that can help us not just be recipients of but also dispensers of mercy. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus' words from the cross and share a powerful meditation that can help us not just be recipients of but also dispensers of mercy.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on Jesus' words from the cross and share a powerful meditation that can help us not just be recipients of but also dispensers of mercy. ","date_published":"2022-04-11T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c22f9621-1068-489a-8007-ec9840107073.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29255492,"duration_in_seconds":1462}]},{"id":"56d79b12-c0ae-4fde-b6ae-e251a69ba982","title":"Episode 172: Do You Trust Me?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/172","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the challenge of surrendering everything to God and invite us to pray for the grace of trust as we move into Holy Week.\n\nSurrender Novena\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the challenge of surrendering everything to God and invite us to pray for the grace of trust as we move into Holy Week.

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Surrender Novena

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the challenge of surrendering everything to God and invite us to pray for the grace of trust as we move into Holy Week.","date_published":"2022-04-04T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/56d79b12-c0ae-4fde-b6ae-e251a69ba982.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31175492,"duration_in_seconds":1558}]},{"id":"80e3636a-7638-4935-b06c-4c6d16a716d5","title":"Episode 171: Hope is here!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/171","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Fr. Brandon Macadaeg, Rector of The Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland, CA about how he and his team are mobilizing for mission and offering hope to God’s people coming out of the pandemic.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Fr. Brandon Macadaeg.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Fr. Brandon Macadaeg, Rector of The Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland, CA about how he and his team are mobilizing for mission and offering hope to God’s people coming out of the pandemic.

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Special Guest: Fr. Brandon Macadaeg.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Fr. Brandon Macadaeg, Rector of The Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland, CA about how he and his team are mobilizing for mission and offering hope to God’s people coming out of the pandemic.","date_published":"2022-03-28T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/80e3636a-7638-4935-b06c-4c6d16a716d5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31332749,"duration_in_seconds":1566}]},{"id":"6d6f802f-7e9e-4916-9d3a-fc5049701668","title":"Episode 170: Getting to the Root of the Matter","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/170","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary get very practical about how Jesus can and does heal us from whatever keeps us from living abundant life.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary get very practical about how Jesus can and does heal us from whatever keeps us from living abundant life.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary get very practical about how Jesus can and does heal us from whatever keeps us from living abundant life.","date_published":"2022-03-21T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6d6f802f-7e9e-4916-9d3a-fc5049701668.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37025353,"duration_in_seconds":1851}]},{"id":"0a929be9-e11e-4bed-a878-3ea8d484b406","title":"Episode 169: When Our Hopes Are Shattered","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/169","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how Jesus is often mysteriously present to us even when we can't recognize Him and our need to persevere.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how Jesus is often mysteriously present to us even when we can't recognize Him and our need to persevere.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how Jesus is often mysteriously present to us even when we can't recognize Him and our need to persevere.","date_published":"2022-03-14T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0a929be9-e11e-4bed-a878-3ea8d484b406.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22045173,"duration_in_seconds":1102}]},{"id":"94382332-d13c-4b54-bf48-812c616d5ec7","title":"Episode 168: The Zaccheus Principle","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/168","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond.

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share a recent encounter and offer a practical application for this season of Lent and beyond.","date_published":"2022-03-07T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/94382332-d13c-4b54-bf48-812c616d5ec7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24345516,"duration_in_seconds":1217}]},{"id":"669cb4b1-b598-4200-9449-0a4ddc701143","title":"Episode 167: Mobilizing for Mission for the People of Ukraine and Russia for Lent","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/167","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite us to enter into Lent on behalf of the people of Ukraine and Russia.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite us to enter into Lent on behalf of the people of Ukraine and Russia.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite us to enter into Lent on behalf of the people of Ukraine and Russia.","date_published":"2022-02-28T07:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/669cb4b1-b598-4200-9449-0a4ddc701143.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22805337,"duration_in_seconds":1140}]},{"id":"3033c017-dc4c-45f6-b574-4e912847ddd8","title":"Episode 166: The Rescue Project is Coming to Columbus!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/166","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share the exciting news that The Rescue Project LIVE is coming to Columbus, Ohio in June and invite everyone to come.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share the exciting news that The Rescue Project LIVE is coming to Columbus, Ohio in June and invite everyone to come.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share the exciting news that The Rescue Project LIVE is coming to Columbus, Ohio in June and invite everyone to come.","date_published":"2022-02-21T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3033c017-dc4c-45f6-b574-4e912847ddd8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":16705222,"duration_in_seconds":835}]},{"id":"00e96ecf-3590-4e8f-b49a-ab0df2f8ccad","title":"Episode 165: Creating a Culture of Prayer","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/165","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the importance of and give examples of creating a culture of prayer.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the importance of and give examples of creating a culture of prayer.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the importance of and give examples of creating a culture of prayer.","date_published":"2022-02-14T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/00e96ecf-3590-4e8f-b49a-ab0df2f8ccad.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26095198,"duration_in_seconds":1304}]},{"id":"24fc3761-9ffc-4295-afae-85995345df52","title":"Episode 164: Save the Date for Running Rescue","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/164","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary announce \"Running Rescue: A Day of Equipping with ACTS XXIX\" and invite people to save the date and consider joining them as they equip leaders to run The Rescue Project in such a way as to bring transformation.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary announce "Running Rescue: A Day of Equipping with ACTS XXIX" and invite people to save the date and consider joining them as they equip leaders to run The Rescue Project in such a way as to bring transformation.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary announce \"Running Rescue: A Day of Equipping with ACTS XXIX\" and invite people to save the date and consider joining them as they equip leaders to run The Rescue Project in such a way as to bring transformation.","date_published":"2022-02-07T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/24fc3761-9ffc-4295-afae-85995345df52.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21772977,"duration_in_seconds":1088}]},{"id":"ad7867b4-63a5-4964-8f34-a7f539ff78b7","title":"Episode 163: Tell Them To Do What She Did","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/163","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary celebrate the remarkable life of Mary DelPup and hold her up as a model for leaders in the Church to imitate.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary celebrate the remarkable life of Mary DelPup and hold her up as a model for leaders in the Church to imitate.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary celebrate the remarkable life of Mary DelPup and hold her up as a model for leaders in the Church to imitate.","date_published":"2022-01-31T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ad7867b4-63a5-4964-8f34-a7f539ff78b7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25950479,"duration_in_seconds":1297}]},{"id":"87eef387-919c-4796-a397-286443366b82","title":"Episode 162: The Power of the Gospel in Denver and Beyond","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/162","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Tim Glemkowski of the Archdiocese of Denver and continue the conversation they had with him in November about their ongoing work on the Synod on Synodality and the fruit of the archdiocesan wide Advent preaching series on the gospel. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Tim Glemkowski.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Tim Glemkowski of the Archdiocese of Denver and continue the conversation they had with him in November about their ongoing work on the Synod on Synodality and the fruit of the archdiocesan wide Advent preaching series on the gospel.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Tim Glemkowski.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk with Tim Glemkowski of the Archdiocese of Denver and continue the conversation they had with him in November about their ongoing work on the Synod on Synodality and the fruit of the archdiocesan wide Advent preaching series on the gospel. ","date_published":"2022-01-24T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/87eef387-919c-4796-a397-286443366b82.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24335590,"duration_in_seconds":1216}]},{"id":"394eafc3-bf9d-41db-ae72-590c961bd2ec","title":"Episode 161: Jesus' Ordinary Way of Healing Can Be Ours","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/161","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Mark 1:17 and see in it a remarkably simple yet powerful way we can bring Jesus' healing into the lives of those around us.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Mark 1:17 and see in it a remarkably simple yet powerful way we can bring Jesus' healing into the lives of those around us.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary take a look at Mark 1:17 and see in it a remarkably simple yet powerful way we can bring Jesus' healing into the lives of those around us.","date_published":"2022-01-17T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/394eafc3-bf9d-41db-ae72-590c961bd2ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33415230,"duration_in_seconds":1670}]},{"id":"5084644e-5522-4d24-925a-d7b4d172db3e","title":"Episode 160: Boot Camp With ACTS XXIX","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/160","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite men and women to prayerfully discern whether the Lord is inviting them to join us in getting in shape spiritually and physically for the purpose of mission.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite men and women to prayerfully discern whether the Lord is inviting them to join us in getting in shape spiritually and physically for the purpose of mission.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite men and women to prayerfully discern whether the Lord is inviting them to join us in getting in shape spiritually and physically for the purpose of mission.","date_published":"2022-01-10T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5084644e-5522-4d24-925a-d7b4d172db3e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24208112,"duration_in_seconds":1210}]},{"id":"52f29b08-2333-47dd-a23f-fd6574be0a35","title":"Episode 159: Why Holiness is the Foundation for Mission","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/159","content_text":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about what holiness is through the lens of Our Lady's fiat.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about what holiness is through the lens of Our Lady's fiat.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about what holiness is through the lens of Our Lady's fiat.","date_published":"2022-01-03T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/52f29b08-2333-47dd-a23f-fd6574be0a35.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18180618,"duration_in_seconds":908}]},{"id":"b9d3b913-3fb4-41a3-924e-2fd921f7a565","title":"Episode 158: You Can't Have Him!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/158","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one of the most amazing stories they've ever heard about the power of God's Divine Mercy and why we should never lose hope.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one of the most amazing stories they've ever heard about the power of God's Divine Mercy and why we should never lose hope.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open one of the most amazing stories they've ever heard about the power of God's Divine Mercy and why we should never lose hope.","date_published":"2021-12-27T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b9d3b913-3fb4-41a3-924e-2fd921f7a565.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23320471,"duration_in_seconds":1165}]},{"id":"19d17e61-0b4e-4e14-b8e8-04c592d0d9f0","title":"Episode 157: Invasion On! God Lands Behind Enemy Lines to Rescue His People!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/157","content_text":"In lieu of a conversation with Fr. John, Mary invites us all to listen to a Christmas homily from Father John that has touched many deeply and changed the way we think about the Incarnation.\n\nhttps://stanastasia.libsyn.com/christmas-2018-midnight-mass-homily\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In lieu of a conversation with Fr. John, Mary invites us all to listen to a Christmas homily from Father John that has touched many deeply and changed the way we think about the Incarnation.

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https://stanastasia.libsyn.com/christmas-2018-midnight-mass-homily

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In lieu of a conversation with Fr. John, Mary invites us all to listen to a Christmas homily from Father John that has touched many deeply and changed the way we think about the Incarnation.","date_published":"2021-12-25T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/19d17e61-0b4e-4e14-b8e8-04c592d0d9f0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26735198,"duration_in_seconds":1336}]},{"id":"07364025-88a3-4e08-9253-96cc810eb983","title":"Episode 156: Something Momentous This Way Comes!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/156","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the genealogy of Jesus that we'll hear on Christmas Eve and talk about why it is a source of such great hope for us right now.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the genealogy of Jesus that we'll hear on Christmas Eve and talk about why it is a source of such great hope for us right now.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the genealogy of Jesus that we'll hear on Christmas Eve and talk about why it is a source of such great hope for us right now.","date_published":"2021-12-20T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/07364025-88a3-4e08-9253-96cc810eb983.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25302643,"duration_in_seconds":1264}]},{"id":"4587732a-a328-4794-9a9b-67ad19b4f3b3","title":"Episode 155: Learning to Trust From Mary","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/155","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Father's new book, \"Learning to Trust From Mary: Meditations on the Rosary\" and in a particular way invite us to deepen our trust in Jesus through Mary's companionship.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Father's new book, "Learning to Trust From Mary: Meditations on the Rosary" and in a particular way invite us to deepen our trust in Jesus through Mary's companionship.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Father's new book, \"Learning to Trust From Mary: Meditations on the Rosary\" and in a particular way invite us to deepen our trust in Jesus through Mary's companionship.","date_published":"2021-12-13T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4587732a-a328-4794-9a9b-67ad19b4f3b3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30793059,"duration_in_seconds":1539}]},{"id":"b6185928-3520-43ae-a071-2865b21aa9cb","title":"Episode 154: They Are Not the Enemy","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/154","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary apply the biblical truth that \"the enemy is the enemy\" to what's happening in our country right now around the abortion issue.\n\nResources\n\n\nThe Dignity of the Human Person\nAbortion \nWhy Is This So Hard to Understand?\n\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary apply the biblical truth that "the enemy is the enemy" to what's happening in our country right now around the abortion issue.

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  1. The Dignity of the Human Person

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  5. Why Is This So Hard to Understand?

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","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary apply the biblical truth that \"the enemy is the enemy\" to what's happening in our country right now around the abortion issue.","date_published":"2021-12-06T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b6185928-3520-43ae-a071-2865b21aa9cb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30980618,"duration_in_seconds":1548}]},{"id":"55f03996-61a4-4cb3-8619-8864630fbfdc","title":"Episode 153: I Had the Second Coming of Jesus Wrong For Most of My Life!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/153","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about how they think they had the Second Coming of Jesus wrong for most of their lives and why getting clear on it can help us understand our mission as disciples now.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about how they think they had the Second Coming of Jesus wrong for most of their lives and why getting clear on it can help us understand our mission as disciples now.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a candid conversation about how they think they had the Second Coming of Jesus wrong for most of their lives and why getting clear on it can help us understand our mission as disciples now.","date_published":"2021-11-29T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/55f03996-61a4-4cb3-8619-8864630fbfdc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29753908,"duration_in_seconds":1487}]},{"id":"191eead7-bbc8-428f-b540-0794f25ea5d6","title":"Episode 152: Is Jesus the King of Our Speech?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/152","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on the Kingship of Jesus and the ramifications of that for how we speak about people and situations.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on the Kingship of Jesus and the ramifications of that for how we speak about people and situations.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary reflect on the Kingship of Jesus and the ramifications of that for how we speak about people and situations.","date_published":"2021-11-22T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/191eead7-bbc8-428f-b540-0794f25ea5d6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29490594,"duration_in_seconds":1474}]},{"id":"35686c7d-2cf4-44c3-8cb3-613704d7ff33","title":"Episode 151: I Didn't Know I Could Do That?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/151","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the amazing power of God in us that most of us fail to tap into.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the amazing power of God in us that most of us fail to tap into.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the amazing power of God in us that most of us fail to tap into.","date_published":"2021-11-15T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/35686c7d-2cf4-44c3-8cb3-613704d7ff33.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23682528,"duration_in_seconds":1183}]},{"id":"dfc5b0fb-9f44-4167-aca5-ef51b0b0e039","title":"Episode 150: A Conversation with Tim Glemkowski","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/150","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Tim Glemkowski from the Archdiocese of Denver to talk about their planning efforts and strategy around the Synod on Synodality and the impact they hope it will have on the people of God in Denver.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Tim Glemkowski.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Tim Glemkowski from the Archdiocese of Denver to talk about their planning efforts and strategy around the Synod on Synodality and the impact they hope it will have on the people of God in Denver.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Tim Glemkowski.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Tim Glemkowski from the Archdiocese of Denver to talk about their planning efforts and strategy around the Synod on Synodality and the impact they hope it will have on the people of God in Denver.","date_published":"2021-11-08T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/dfc5b0fb-9f44-4167-aca5-ef51b0b0e039.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39645434,"duration_in_seconds":1982}]},{"id":"f97bb0cb-8908-475c-8244-4271707a432a","title":"Episode 149: The Rescue Project Report","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/149","content_text":"In this episode, Father John and Mary share the graces from the Rescue Project retreat and let people know how they can receive updates on the project.\n\nTo receive updates about The Rescue Project, visit [here](www.rescueproject.info).\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Father John and Mary share the graces from the Rescue Project retreat and let people know how they can receive updates on the project.

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To receive updates about The Rescue Project, visit [here](www.rescueproject.info).

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Father John and Mary share the graces from the Rescue Project retreat and let people know how they can receive updates on the project.\r\n","date_published":"2021-11-01T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f97bb0cb-8908-475c-8244-4271707a432a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":14965467,"duration_in_seconds":748}]},{"id":"ed2834cd-9ecb-4637-af73-0cc5a92abd88","title":"Episode 148: It's Go Week!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/148","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share their excitement and their plans about The Rescue Project and offer something practical to do in this World Mission Week.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share their excitement and their plans about The Rescue Project and offer something practical to do in this World Mission Week.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary share their excitement and their plans about The Rescue Project and offer something practical to do in this World Mission Week.","date_published":"2021-10-25T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ed2834cd-9ecb-4637-af73-0cc5a92abd88.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25052390,"duration_in_seconds":1252}]},{"id":"c0569bf3-3811-48d7-99d0-3db6cdfafa93","title":"Episode 147: I Can’t! You Can! Please Do!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/147","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the common experience of many Christians trying to fix themselves rather than allowing the Holy Spirit to do it.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the common experience of many Christians trying to fix themselves rather than allowing the Holy Spirit to do it.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the common experience of many Christians trying to fix themselves rather than allowing the Holy Spirit to do it.","date_published":"2021-10-18T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c0569bf3-3811-48d7-99d0-3db6cdfafa93.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23885239,"duration_in_seconds":1194}]},{"id":"5b9a22e4-dee1-491a-a5c0-e9f9c9981590","title":"Episode 146: Those Who Are With Us Are More Than Those Against!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/146","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the encouraging reality that is the communion of saints and that they’re not simply watching us from afar, but rather praying for us and cheering us on.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the encouraging reality that is the communion of saints and that they’re not simply watching us from afar, but rather praying for us and cheering us on.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the encouraging reality that is the communion of saints and that they’re not simply watching us from afar, but rather praying for us and cheering us on.","date_published":"2021-10-11T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5b9a22e4-dee1-491a-a5c0-e9f9c9981590.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24365369,"duration_in_seconds":1218}]},{"id":"15e67acc-ed0d-4c1d-863d-4cdaf81a3b6b","title":"Episode 145: Radio Free World","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/145","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary liken God's Word in its capacity to give hope and encouragement to how Radio Free Europe did the same for those living behind the Iron Curtain.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary liken God's Word in its capacity to give hope and encouragement to how Radio Free Europe did the same for those living behind the Iron Curtain.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary liken God's Word in its capacity to give hope and encouragement to how Radio Free Europe did the same for those living behind the Iron Curtain.\r\n","date_published":"2021-10-04T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/15e67acc-ed0d-4c1d-863d-4cdaf81a3b6b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31265353,"duration_in_seconds":1563}]},{"id":"928ef869-d6e3-4710-ae64-ba2c2cdeeb7c","title":"Episode 144: A Call for Artillery Cover","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/144","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the Rescue Project and invite everyone to pray and fast for this new ACTS XXIX initiative.\n\nRescue Project Prayer\n\nGood and gracious Father, we come before Your throne of grace seeking both Your blessing and protection upon the Rescue Project. We ask in a most particular way for Your anointing upon Fr. John Riccardo as he preaches the gospel and that You would stir the Holy Spirit within him so that the hearts of those who hear the proclamation of the gospel would be overwhelmed, make a decision to surrender their lives to Jesus Christ by faith and set out on mission.\n\nFather, we ask that You place a hedge of protection around every facet of this project including Fr. John, our ACTS XXIX team, our families, our ministry partners, the technology, the ministry space, and each and every person who will attend. Seal this work in the most Precious Blood of Your Son, Jesus Christ. \n\nWe pray, Father, that the Rescue Project will bear fruit in the lives of Your people and will advance the Kingdom of God here on earth. We make this prayer in the name of Jesus, our Rescuer.\n\nOur Lady of Sorrows, pray for us!\nSt. Joseph, terror of demons, pray for us!\nSt. Joan of Arc, pray for us!\nSt. Paul, pray for us!\n\nAmen.\n\nYou can also download a pdf of the Rescue Project Prayer [here](ttps://www.actsxxix.org/prayerproject).\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the Rescue Project and invite everyone to pray and fast for this new ACTS XXIX initiative.

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Rescue Project Prayer

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Good and gracious Father, we come before Your throne of grace seeking both Your blessing and protection upon the Rescue Project. We ask in a most particular way for Your anointing upon Fr. John Riccardo as he preaches the gospel and that You would stir the Holy Spirit within him so that the hearts of those who hear the proclamation of the gospel would be overwhelmed, make a decision to surrender their lives to Jesus Christ by faith and set out on mission.

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Father, we ask that You place a hedge of protection around every facet of this project including Fr. John, our ACTS XXIX team, our families, our ministry partners, the technology, the ministry space, and each and every person who will attend. Seal this work in the most Precious Blood of Your Son, Jesus Christ.

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We pray, Father, that the Rescue Project will bear fruit in the lives of Your people and will advance the Kingdom of God here on earth. We make this prayer in the name of Jesus, our Rescuer.

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Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us!
\nSt. Joseph, terror of demons, pray for us!
\nSt. Joan of Arc, pray for us!
\nSt. Paul, pray for us!

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Amen.

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You can also download a pdf of the Rescue Project Prayer [here](ttps://www.actsxxix.org/prayerproject).

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the Rescue Project and invite everyone to pray and fast for this new ACTS XXIX initiative.","date_published":"2021-09-27T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/928ef869-d6e3-4710-ae64-ba2c2cdeeb7c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25312047,"duration_in_seconds":1265}]},{"id":"4e019521-f928-4b56-ae26-1f7b2e3e7186","title":"Episode 143: Make Time For Beauty This Week","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/143","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the transformational power of beauty.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the transformational power of beauty.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the transformational power of beauty.","date_published":"2021-09-20T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4e019521-f928-4b56-ae26-1f7b2e3e7186.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25535655,"duration_in_seconds":1276}]},{"id":"9494c1aa-84b8-4815-8045-86f9ceb836ff","title":"Episode 142: Weep With Those Who Weep","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/142","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary let the Word of God shape how they respond to the tragic events in Afghanistan this past week.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary let the Word of God shape how they respond to the tragic events in Afghanistan this past week.

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary let the Word of God shape how they respond to the tragic events in Afghanistan this past week.","date_published":"2021-08-30T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9494c1aa-84b8-4815-8045-86f9ceb836ff.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25686643,"duration_in_seconds":1284}]},{"id":"959fd566-00c0-4801-a769-2cbe46b40769","title":"Episode 141: History Isn't A Series of Random Events No Matter How It Seems","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/141","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how even the most seemingly ordinary events can have a momentous impact on another's life and even world history.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how even the most seemingly ordinary events can have a momentous impact on another's life and even world history.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how even the most seemingly ordinary events can have a momentous impact on another's life and even world history.","date_published":"2021-08-23T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/959fd566-00c0-4801-a769-2cbe46b40769.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23235312,"duration_in_seconds":1161}]},{"id":"4211e1b6-f442-4ca2-97d9-6524e434b446","title":"Episode 140: Do You Want To Be Healed?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/140","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how God both wants to heal us now and send us to be agents of healing to those around us.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how God both wants to heal us now and send us to be agents of healing to those around us.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how God both wants to heal us now and send us to be agents of healing to those around us.","date_published":"2021-08-16T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4211e1b6-f442-4ca2-97d9-6524e434b446.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26338137,"duration_in_seconds":1316}]},{"id":"8b1c6904-d804-4a7a-894b-7dfd2e6d0fc8","title":"Episode 139: Got Anxiety? Try This!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/139","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite listeners to join them in a simple proposal so as to allow the Lord to protect our minds and hearts from anxiety.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite listeners to join them in a simple proposal so as to allow the Lord to protect our minds and hearts from anxiety.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary invite listeners to join them in a simple proposal so as to allow the Lord to protect our minds and hearts from anxiety.","date_published":"2021-08-09T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8b1c6904-d804-4a7a-894b-7dfd2e6d0fc8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24385222,"duration_in_seconds":1219}]},{"id":"d503f713-ec4e-435e-b796-9932c9e6bf16","title":"Episode 138: The Rescued Project","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/138","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss an exciting new project ACTS XXIX is creating to help as many people as possible be overwhelmed by the gospel. \n\nTo receive the registration link for the ACTS XXIX retreat day, please email guilfoylem@actsxxix.org.\nIf you'd like to donate to help fund The Rescued Project, please visit https://www.actsxxix.org/give.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss an exciting new project ACTS XXIX is creating to help as many people as possible be overwhelmed by the gospel.

\n\n

To receive the registration link for the ACTS XXIX retreat day, please email guilfoylem@actsxxix.org.
\nIf you'd like to donate to help fund The Rescued Project, please visit https://www.actsxxix.org/give.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss an exciting new project ACTS XXIX is creating to help as many people as possible be overwhelmed by the gospel. ","date_published":"2021-08-02T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d503f713-ec4e-435e-b796-9932c9e6bf16.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18597010,"duration_in_seconds":929}]},{"id":"7fd394e3-df3c-424b-a411-aa29ff0aced3","title":"Episode 137: Bringing Transformation to Catholic Education","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/137","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education.\n\nMsgr. Shea reference's Graham Greene's short story \"The Hint of an Explanation\" which can be found here.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Msgr. James Shea.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education.

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Msgr. Shea reference's Graham Greene's short story "The Hint of an Explanation" which can be found here.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Msgr. James Shea.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education.","date_published":"2021-07-26T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7fd394e3-df3c-424b-a411-aa29ff0aced3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36741663,"duration_in_seconds":1836}]},{"id":"2044c0b4-86c2-4400-adab-84b606708fe6","title":"Episode 136: Gearing Up Mentally, Spiritually, and Physically for Battle","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/136","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve and USMC Major Sharon Sisbarro and have a conversation about how we can draw on some wise principles from the Marine Corp that easily apply to the Christian life.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guests: Dcn. Steve Mitchell and USMC Major Sharon Sisbarro.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve and USMC Major Sharon Sisbarro and have a conversation about how we can draw on some wise principles from the Marine Corp that easily apply to the Christian life.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guests: Dcn. Steve Mitchell and USMC Major Sharon Sisbarro.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve and USMC Major Sharon Sisbarro and have a conversation about how we can draw on some wise principles from the Marine Corp that easily apply to the Christian life.","date_published":"2021-07-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2044c0b4-86c2-4400-adab-84b606708fe6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39725891,"duration_in_seconds":1986}]},{"id":"cdddd774-3231-4f1c-b9ba-5e6520b57ce6","title":"Episode 135: Practical Support For Those On the Front Line","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/135","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about two grace-filled apostolates that offer practical prayerful support for our priestly brothers. \n\nTo listen to the episodes with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann, listen here and here. \n\nTo learn more about Seven Sisters Apostolate, visit here. [Email Jannette Howe](sevensistersapostolate@gmail.com).\n\nTo learn more about the Foundation of Prayer for Priests, visit here. \n\nTo order Katherine Beckman's book, Praying for Priests, visit here. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about two grace-filled apostolates that offer practical prayerful support for our priestly brothers.

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To listen to the episodes with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann, listen here and here.

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To learn more about Seven Sisters Apostolate, visit here. [Email Jannette Howe](sevensistersapostolate@gmail.com).

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To learn more about the Foundation of Prayer for Priests, visit here.

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To order Katherine Beckman's book, Praying for Priests, visit here.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about two grace-filled apostolates that offer practical prayerful support for our priestly brothers. \r\n","date_published":"2021-07-12T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cdddd774-3231-4f1c-b9ba-5e6520b57ce6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28405467,"duration_in_seconds":1420}]},{"id":"38ba1b41-ce3d-4f36-bf8c-da1a19e31449","title":"Episode 134: Bigger Than You Think","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/134","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary exhort us to understand that the same God who set apart Paul and Barnabas for ministry wants to do great things in and through us.\n\nTo listen to the episode mentioned in this podcast, visit here.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary exhort us to understand that the same God who set apart Paul and Barnabas for ministry wants to do great things in and through us.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary exhort us to understand that the same God who set apart Paul and Barnabas for ministry wants to do great things in and through us.","date_published":"2021-07-05T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/38ba1b41-ce3d-4f36-bf8c-da1a19e31449.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19644520,"duration_in_seconds":982}]},{"id":"0658a6d8-0893-4cc1-9b4c-35dd4c21f9e9","title":"Episode 133: The Heart of a Shepherd","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/133","content_text":"In this extraordinary encounter with Archbishop Sample, we get a most encouraging and inspiring look at one of the Church’s great leaders today.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Archbishop Alexander Sample.","content_html":"

In this extraordinary encounter with Archbishop Sample, we get a most encouraging and inspiring look at one of the Church’s great leaders today.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Archbishop Alexander Sample.

","summary":"In this extraordinary encounter with Archbishop Sample, we get a most encouraging and inspiring look at one of the Church’s great leaders today.","date_published":"2021-06-28T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0658a6d8-0893-4cc1-9b4c-35dd4c21f9e9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41219051,"duration_in_seconds":2060}]},{"id":"2c160db7-0a31-41fd-848c-26513f2ca82e","title":"Episode 132: Do We Believe Lots of Christian Things or Do We Believe Jesus?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/132","content_text":"In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a favorite and inspired homily from Bishop Daniel Flores given many years ago now on Jesus' crucial question, \"Do you want to leave me too?\"\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a favorite and inspired homily from Bishop Daniel Flores given many years ago now on Jesus' crucial question, "Do you want to leave me too?"

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, ACTS XXIX shares a favorite and inspired homily from Bishop Daniel Flores given many years ago now on Jesus' crucial question, \"Do you want to leave me too?\"","date_published":"2021-06-21T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2c160db7-0a31-41fd-848c-26513f2ca82e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24378953,"duration_in_seconds":1218}]},{"id":"fd0df0d5-e77a-4a6f-82fb-15cd9963711d","title":"Episode 131: The Distinction Between My Story and The Story","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/131","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss a crucial distinction between our personal story and the story, the importance of stories in general, and some practical things we can do this summer to know the story more deeply.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss a crucial distinction between our personal story and the story, the importance of stories in general, and some practical things we can do this summer to know the story more deeply.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss a crucial distinction between our personal story and the story, the importance of stories in general, and some practical things we can do this summer to know the story more deeply.","date_published":"2021-06-14T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fd0df0d5-e77a-4a6f-82fb-15cd9963711d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23185157,"duration_in_seconds":1159}]},{"id":"4b4fd3d9-01c6-4864-bd76-070dbdb3c775","title":"Episode 130: Don’t Shadow Box!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/130","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to discuss the transformation God wants to bring to our hearts so that we might be more conformed to Jesus and more credible witnesses in the world.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to discuss the transformation God wants to bring to our hearts so that we might be more conformed to Jesus and more credible witnesses in the world.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue to discuss the transformation God wants to bring to our hearts so that we might be more conformed to Jesus and more credible witnesses in the world.","date_published":"2021-06-07T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4b4fd3d9-01c6-4864-bd76-070dbdb3c775.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28175590,"duration_in_seconds":1408}]},{"id":"7f285650-e694-43d7-b6ff-82d451555dc3","title":"Episode 129: An Examination of Conscience Around 1 Corinthians 11","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/129","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the upcoming Feast of Corpus Christi and how this is a great week to do some self-reflection on our own lives as regards the Eucharist.\n\nBooks and articles mentioned in today's podcast:\nIn Sinu Jesu: When Heart Speaks to Heart, The Journal of a Priest at Prayer, A Benedictine Monk\nVeneremur Cernui – Down in Adoration Falling, The Most Reverend Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix\nDies Domini, The Holy Father John Paul II to the Bishops, Clergy and Faithfule of the Catholic Church on Keeping the Lord's Day Holy \nGod is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of Life, Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the upcoming Feast of Corpus Christi and how this is a great week to do some self-reflection on our own lives as regards the Eucharist.

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Books and articles mentioned in today's podcast:
\nIn Sinu Jesu: When Heart Speaks to Heart, The Journal of a Priest at Prayer, A Benedictine Monk
\nVeneremur Cernui – Down in Adoration Falling, The Most Reverend Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix
\nDies Domini, The Holy Father John Paul II to the Bishops, Clergy and Faithfule of the Catholic Church on Keeping the Lord's Day Holy
\nGod is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of Life, Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the upcoming Feast of Corpus Christi and how this is a great week to do some self-reflection on our own lives as regards the Eucharist.","date_published":"2021-05-31T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7f285650-e694-43d7-b6ff-82d451555dc3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37148128,"duration_in_seconds":1857}]},{"id":"b6486ea7-b541-4a5c-aae4-e42843be5f9e","title":"Episode 128: How Do We Know it’s the Holy Spirit Guiding Us?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/128","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a follow up conversation to last week’s episode and offer some practical wisdom on how to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a follow up conversation to last week’s episode and offer some practical wisdom on how to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary have a follow up conversation to last week’s episode and offer some practical wisdom on how to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit.","date_published":"2021-05-24T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b6486ea7-b541-4a5c-aae4-e42843be5f9e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27957728,"duration_in_seconds":1397}]},{"id":"60a03b32-fec5-467f-9d2e-53ae30962258","title":"Episode 127: How Comfortable Would We Be in the First Century Church?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/127","content_text":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the normative experience of the early Church found in the Acts of the Apostles and pose a provocative question for all of us as we approach the Solemnity of Pentecost.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the normative experience of the early Church found in the Acts of the Apostles and pose a provocative question for all of us as we approach the Solemnity of Pentecost.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode Fr. John and Mary talk about the normative experience of the early Church found in the Acts of the Apostles and pose a provocative question for all of us as we approach the Solemnity of Pentecost.\r\n","date_published":"2021-05-17T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/60a03b32-fec5-467f-9d2e-53ae30962258.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27707998,"duration_in_seconds":1385}]},{"id":"573e5818-a644-4739-87a5-b993dd1ed809","title":"Episode 126: A Prayer for Repentance, Reconciliation, and Unity in the Church, Especially the Priesthood","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/126","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what the Spirit has been doing among the priests they've been ministering to and issue a call for prayer as we get closer to Pentecost.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what the Spirit has been doing among the priests they've been ministering to and issue a call for prayer as we get closer to Pentecost.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about what the Spirit has been doing among the priests they've been ministering to and issue a call for prayer as we get closer to Pentecost.","date_published":"2021-05-10T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/573e5818-a644-4739-87a5-b993dd1ed809.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17932342,"duration_in_seconds":1218}]},{"id":"a67421b7-e7c1-42b3-93aa-3c6450f699c2","title":"Episode 125: Only As Strong As Our Foundation","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/125","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Nick discuss how values drive culture and propose some apostolic values for leaders and teams to consider as part of the work of transformation. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Nick discuss how values drive culture and propose some apostolic values for leaders and teams to consider as part of the work of transformation.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Nick discuss how values drive culture and propose some apostolic values for leaders and teams to consider as part of the work of transformation. \r\n\r\nTo purchase our new book from ACTS XXIX Press, please visit https://www.actsxxix.org/storestock/p/tccn.","date_published":"2021-05-03T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a67421b7-e7c1-42b3-93aa-3c6450f699c2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41015296,"duration_in_seconds":2050}]},{"id":"bccc88bb-7a65-4505-a602-0a0a82b574ef","title":"Episode 124: A Conversation with Archbishop Samuel Aquila","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/124","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver to the mic and have a conversation about how the gospel has impacted him personally, the priests of the Archdiocese of Denver, and his hopes for the Church in the U.S.\n\nVisit https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2021/04/14/aquila-denver-eucharist-politicians-teaching-240396 to read more.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Archbishop Samuel Aquila.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver to the mic and have a conversation about how the gospel has impacted him personally, the priests of the Archdiocese of Denver, and his hopes for the Church in the U.S.

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Visit https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2021/04/14/aquila-denver-eucharist-politicians-teaching-240396 to read more.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Archbishop Samuel Aquila.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver to the mic and have a conversation about how the gospel has impacted him personally, the priests of the Archdiocese of Denver, and his hopes for the Church in the U.S.\r\n\r\nVisit https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2021/04/14/aquila-denver-eucharist-politicians-teaching-240396 to read more.","date_published":"2021-04-26T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/bccc88bb-7a65-4505-a602-0a0a82b574ef.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":49870336,"duration_in_seconds":2493}]},{"id":"d0f2ff44-d8fb-4c4d-b895-e488f6af479a","title":"Episode 123: Christ Is Risen: So What? Now What?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/123","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect upon eight of the practical differences the Resurrection of Jesus makes. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect upon eight of the practical differences the Resurrection of Jesus makes.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect upon eight of the practical differences the Resurrection of Jesus makes. ","date_published":"2021-04-19T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d0f2ff44-d8fb-4c4d-b895-e488f6af479a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21916096,"duration_in_seconds":1095}]},{"id":"5b2ebb42-7823-4119-8906-a5ec9538e53f","title":"Episode 122: Impossible to Describe!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/122","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Mary Magdalene’s indescribable response to encountering Jesus and what our response should look like.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Mary Magdalene’s indescribable response to encountering Jesus and what our response should look like.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about Mary Magdalene’s indescribable response to encountering Jesus and what our response should look like.","date_published":"2021-04-12T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5b2ebb42-7823-4119-8906-a5ec9538e53f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24081376,"duration_in_seconds":1203}]},{"id":"2e8a53c1-7635-4d6c-9034-038682db75fe","title":"Episode 121: Death Has Been Destroyed!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/121","content_text":"In this episode Father John, Nick, Mary and Dcn. Steve wish the listeners a blessed Easter and Fr. John shares a word of hope.\n\nTo watch this episode, please visit our YouTube page.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

In this episode Father John, Nick, Mary and Dcn. Steve wish the listeners a blessed Easter and Fr. John shares a word of hope.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"In this episode Father John, Nick, Mary, and Dcn. Steve wish the listeners a blessed Easter and Fr. John shares a word of hope.\r\n","date_published":"2021-04-05T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2e8a53c1-7635-4d6c-9034-038682db75fe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29871430,"duration_in_seconds":918}]},{"id":"38f1553b-1db8-422f-90b8-c079d5e237b3","title":"Episode 120: What Was Jesus Doing on the Cross? Yes, Doing!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/120","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Dcn. Steve, and Mary have a conversation about how we can enter into Holy Week with a new understanding of what Jesus was doing on the cross.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Dcn. Steve, and Mary have a conversation about how we can enter into Holy Week with a new understanding of what Jesus was doing on the cross.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Dcn. Steve, and Mary have a conversation about how we can enter into Holy Week with a new understanding of what Jesus was doing on the cross.","date_published":"2021-03-29T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/38f1553b-1db8-422f-90b8-c079d5e237b3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28980256,"duration_in_seconds":1448}]},{"id":"1ac488cc-f351-4172-81cb-3d7bc5d209c6","title":"Episode 119: Is God Giving You Permission to Slow Down and Do Less?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/119","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the impact of a book they’re reading entitled, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and the desire God has for all of us to live more authentically human lives. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the impact of a book they’re reading entitled, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and the desire God has for all of us to live more authentically human lives.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the impact of a book they’re reading entitled, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and the desire God has for all of us to live more authentically human lives. ","date_published":"2021-03-22T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1ac488cc-f351-4172-81cb-3d7bc5d209c6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28910176,"duration_in_seconds":1445}]},{"id":"8f6ed9a0-4bb4-441a-af2a-49f21a021349","title":"Episode 118: How Does One Appropriately Celebrate the Feast of Our Salvation?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/118","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how we should appropriately celebrate the defeat of Death, especially at a time when so many are petrified of dying! \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how we should appropriately celebrate the defeat of Death, especially at a time when so many are petrified of dying!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how we should appropriately celebrate the defeat of Death, especially at a time when so many are petrified of dying! ","date_published":"2021-03-15T06:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8f6ed9a0-4bb4-441a-af2a-49f21a021349.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24407776,"duration_in_seconds":1220}]},{"id":"57129a93-0ba1-42f7-bc81-db5153f544b8","title":"Episode 117: A Look at the Heart and the Mind of a Seminarian","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/117","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent visit to a seminary and offer both a glimpse of what’s going on in the hearts and minds of seminarians and some practical things we can all do to help them prepare for the priesthood.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent visit to a seminary and offer both a glimpse of what’s going on in the hearts and minds of seminarians and some practical things we can all do to help them prepare for the priesthood.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about their recent visit to a seminary and offer both a glimpse of what’s going on in the hearts and minds of seminarians and some practical things we can all do to help them prepare for the priesthood.","date_published":"2021-03-08T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/57129a93-0ba1-42f7-bc81-db5153f544b8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":23457397,"duration_in_seconds":1521}]},{"id":"700aa442-623e-4b4e-9792-3340a5f18998","title":"Episode 116: Story Time","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/116","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of the ACTS XXIX Press and the publication of their first book by the same author of \"From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age\".\n\nNow available! To order this new book, visit https://www.actsxxix.org/store\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of the ACTS XXIX Press and the publication of their first book by the same author of "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age".

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Now available! To order this new book, visit https://www.actsxxix.org/store

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the launch of the ACTS XXIX Press and the publication of their first book by the same author of \"From Christendom to Apostolic Mission\".","date_published":"2021-03-01T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/700aa442-623e-4b4e-9792-3340a5f18998.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24852847,"duration_in_seconds":1650}]},{"id":"4bc8710f-91b3-49ec-b1b5-89d28fdbf938","title":"Episode 115: A New Way to Think About the Parish","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/115","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and discuss an insight and image Fr. John had in prayer and its application to how we think about why the parish exists.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and discuss an insight and image Fr. John had in prayer and its application to how we think about why the parish exists.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and discuss an insight and image Fr. John had in prayer and its application to how we think about why the parish exists.","date_published":"2021-02-22T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4bc8710f-91b3-49ec-b1b5-89d28fdbf938.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21084260,"duration_in_seconds":1437}]},{"id":"88b2bd0d-5e40-4919-9c59-896e83ad071c","title":"Episode 114: Recovering What it Means to be Human","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/114","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the need to let Jesus teach us how to be human and a practical way to do that. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the need to let Jesus teach us how to be human and a practical way to do that.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the need to let Jesus teach us how to be human and a practical way to do that. ","date_published":"2021-02-15T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/88b2bd0d-5e40-4919-9c59-896e83ad071c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37215370,"duration_in_seconds":2456}]},{"id":"9e657b7e-5ae8-453a-b9db-c95dfa8dd13a","title":"Episode 113: The Absolute Key to the Transformation of the Church","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/113","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how to approach Lent this year keeping in mind that the goal is nothing less than a transformed life.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how to approach Lent this year keeping in mind that the goal is nothing less than a transformed life.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about how to approach Lent this year keeping in mind that the goal is nothing less than a transformed life.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit https://linktr.ee/ACTSXXIX.\r\n","date_published":"2021-02-08T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9e657b7e-5ae8-453a-b9db-c95dfa8dd13a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24674708,"duration_in_seconds":1604}]},{"id":"ef45cb1e-997e-48b2-8a01-de09511e05f8","title":"Episode 112: Method of the Master ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/112","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a recent insight the team had and some practical applications that can bring transformation to the Church and beyond. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a recent insight the team had and some practical applications that can bring transformation to the Church and beyond.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about a recent insight the team had and some practical applications that can bring transformation to the Church and beyond. \r\n\r\n\r\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit https://linktr.ee/ACTSXXIX\r\n","date_published":"2021-02-01T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ef45cb1e-997e-48b2-8a01-de09511e05f8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28934907,"duration_in_seconds":1900}]},{"id":"b0a9ff96-213c-4877-994c-74b517ebdbfc","title":"Episode 111: Unity and the Increasingly Urgent Mission of the Church","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/111","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the urgency of the mission of the Church in the light of the nation’s conversation right now around the call for unity.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the urgency of the mission of the Church in the light of the nation’s conversation right now around the call for unity.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"The unity only God can give!\r\n\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the urgency of the mission of the Church in the light of the nation’s conversation right now around the call for unity.\r\n","date_published":"2021-01-25T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b0a9ff96-213c-4877-994c-74b517ebdbfc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":49046383,"duration_in_seconds":2043}]},{"id":"937f2f60-8419-430e-9b5e-288c8e834143","title":"Episode 110: Heralds of Hope in an Age of Despair ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/110","content_text":"Got Hope?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about their sense of what’s happening culturally, politically, and ecclesially and the urgency to understand what real hope is.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Got Hope?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about their sense of what’s happening culturally, politically, and ecclesially and the urgency to understand what real hope is.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Got Hope?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about their sense of what’s happening culturally, politically, and ecclesially and the urgency to understand what real hope is.","date_published":"2021-01-18T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/937f2f60-8419-430e-9b5e-288c8e834143.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":45087264,"duration_in_seconds":1878}]},{"id":"3ee9b8a8-9d36-4cec-8f79-78356b391a21","title":"Episode 109: Do we really believe God speaks?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/109","content_text":"Subordinate everything to prayer! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about how prayer and work are not to be juxtaposed but rather subordinated to each other. Also, our new \"Thoughts from the Trailer\" weekly article is introduced!\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Subordinate everything to prayer!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about how prayer and work are not to be juxtaposed but rather subordinated to each other. Also, our new "Thoughts from the Trailer" weekly article is introduced!

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Subordinate everything to prayer! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about how prayer and work are not to be juxtaposed but rather subordinated to each other. ","date_published":"2021-01-11T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3ee9b8a8-9d36-4cec-8f79-78356b391a21.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24234027,"duration_in_seconds":1514}]},{"id":"656f82d9-1756-4cfe-8d0b-720ec32e3f48","title":"Episode 108: The Christian Cancel Culture!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/108","content_text":"Jesus Can Handle Your Past! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary remind us that the message of the gospel is that Jesus doesn’t cancel us—He cancels our sin!\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Jesus Can Handle Your Past!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary remind us that the message of the gospel is that Jesus doesn’t cancel us—He cancels our sin!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Jesus Can Handle Your Past! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary remind us that the message of the gospel is that Jesus doesn’t cancel us—He cancels our sin!\r\n","date_published":"2021-01-04T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/656f82d9-1756-4cfe-8d0b-720ec32e3f48.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34220326,"duration_in_seconds":2138}]},{"id":"574c8058-6f9f-4d7a-80de-04159f393227","title":"Episode 107: Turning the Page of 2020","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/107","content_text":"What’s Your Magnificat?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and talk about the year we’re leaving behind and encourages us to press into gratitude, no matter what.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

What’s Your Magnificat?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and talk about the year we’re leaving behind and encourages us to press into gratitude, no matter what.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"What’s Your Magnificat?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and talk about the year we’re leaving behind and encourages us to press into gratitude, no matter what.","date_published":"2020-12-28T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/574c8058-6f9f-4d7a-80de-04159f393227.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18717802,"duration_in_seconds":1169}]},{"id":"db6ea839-dda9-4d09-a6eb-b5cc56042f60","title":"Episode 106: The Gift","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/106","content_text":"Hope for a weary world!\n\nIn this episode, we want you to enjoy an anointed Christmas homily Fr. John preached two years ago and be filled anew with the gift of hope. Merry Christmas everyone!\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Hope for a weary world!

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In this episode, we want you to enjoy an anointed Christmas homily Fr. John preached two years ago and be filled anew with the gift of hope. Merry Christmas everyone!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Hope for a weary world!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, we want you to enjoy an anointed Christmas homily Fr. John preached two years ago and be filled anew with the gift of hope. Merry Christmas everyone!\r\n","date_published":"2020-12-21T12:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/db6ea839-dda9-4d09-a6eb-b5cc56042f60.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21499738,"duration_in_seconds":1343}]},{"id":"8098878c-99f5-4e3f-bad3-e190e5466cd0","title":"Episode 105: The Mission, the Mission, the Mission!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/105","content_text":"Let’s move the arrows!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the imminent unveiling of the mission of God in the Christmas season and the importance of getting clarity on the mission of Jesus and ours. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Let’s move the arrows!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the imminent unveiling of the mission of God in the Christmas season and the importance of getting clarity on the mission of Jesus and ours.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Let’s move the arrows!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the imminent unveiling of the mission of God in the Christmas season and the importance of getting clarity on the mission of Jesus and ours. \r\n","date_published":"2020-12-14T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8098878c-99f5-4e3f-bad3-e190e5466cd0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38001185,"duration_in_seconds":2374}]},{"id":"f49ba9e7-7771-4cc3-b583-61c55fcdd8b2","title":"Episode 104: No love, no Eucharist!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/104","content_text":"No love, no Eucharist!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about a story that occurred in 390 when a Roman emperor who had been refused communion by his bishop publicly repented and returned to the Church. Do we believe that things like this can happen today? \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

No love, no Eucharist!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about a story that occurred in 390 when a Roman emperor who had been refused communion by his bishop publicly repented and returned to the Church. Do we believe that things like this can happen today?

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about a story that occurred in 390 when a Roman emperor who had been refused communion by his bishop publicly repented and returned to the Church. Do we believe that things like this can happen today? ","date_published":"2020-12-07T10:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f49ba9e7-7771-4cc3-b583-61c55fcdd8b2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36099053,"duration_in_seconds":2255}]},{"id":"0de80c67-fb17-4c9b-9546-f7e02bbf63a8","title":"Episode 103: Watch!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/103","content_text":"Get ready, watch, prepare, the King is coming back! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the season of Advent, encouraging us to be hopeful and yet sobered.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Get ready, watch, prepare, the King is coming back!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the season of Advent, encouraging us to be hopeful and yet sobered.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Get ready, watch, prepare, the King is coming back! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the season of Advent, encouraging us to be hopeful and yet sobered.\r\n","date_published":"2020-12-01T11:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0de80c67-fb17-4c9b-9546-f7e02bbf63a8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31367337,"duration_in_seconds":1960}]},{"id":"edf791ca-881b-4a3e-b2c0-81f3d52f38bd","title":"Episode 102: In Everything Give Thanks!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/102","content_text":"Gratitude is not dependent upon circumstances! \n\nIn this episode, using St. Paul as a model, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the importance of gratitude, not only this week of Thanksgiving, but every day of our lives.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Gratitude is not dependent upon circumstances!

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In this episode, using St. Paul as a model, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the importance of gratitude, not only this week of Thanksgiving, but every day of our lives.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Gratitude is not dependent upon circumstances! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, using St. Paul as a model, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk about the importance of gratitude, not only this week of Thanksgiving, but every day of our lives.","date_published":"2020-11-23T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/edf791ca-881b-4a3e-b2c0-81f3d52f38bd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30725351,"duration_in_seconds":1920}]},{"id":"1d6d62a0-9743-4a3f-8afd-71d4d5af7ccd","title":"Episode 101: Got Courage?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/101","content_text":"The Church's Urgent Need for Courageous Leadership! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John welcomes Commander Kevin Haney, former US Navy fighter pilot and leadership and ethics instructor at the Naval Academy, to talk about the need for courage in these apostolic days in the Church. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Commander Kevin Haney.","content_html":"

The Church's Urgent Need for Courageous Leadership!

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In this episode, Fr. John welcomes Commander Kevin Haney, former US Navy fighter pilot and leadership and ethics instructor at the Naval Academy, to talk about the need for courage in these apostolic days in the Church.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Commander Kevin Haney.

","summary":"The Church's Urgent Need for Courageous Leadership! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John welcomes Commander Kevin Haney, former US Navy fighter pilot and leadership and ethics instructor at the Naval Academy, to talk about the need for courage in these apostolic days in the Church. \r\n","date_published":"2020-11-16T07:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1d6d62a0-9743-4a3f-8afd-71d4d5af7ccd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38857166,"duration_in_seconds":2428}]},{"id":"438bed6d-68b7-42cf-83ad-9ce44edb475f","title":"Episode 100: Are We Perishing?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/100","content_text":"Is Jesus in the Boat or Not? \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk about the storms of life and unpack what the Word of God has to say about what the disciple can expect in this life.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Is Jesus in the Boat or Not?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk about the storms of life and unpack what the Word of God has to say about what the disciple can expect in this life.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Is Jesus in the Boat or Not? \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk about the storms of life and unpack what the Word of God has to say about what the disciple can expect in this life.\r\n","date_published":"2020-11-09T08:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/438bed6d-68b7-42cf-83ad-9ce44edb475f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28252287,"duration_in_seconds":1765}]},{"id":"ebec2518-62fd-4384-ad7b-40f4b3a9081c","title":"Episode 99: No Matter What Happens, Stay Sane! ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/99","content_text":"An Antidote for the Insanity!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John and Mary unpack the wisdom of Scripture and talk about how we can maintain sanity in these days, reminding us that the mission of the disciple is unchanging. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

An Antidote for the Insanity!

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary unpack the wisdom of Scripture and talk about how we can maintain sanity in these days, reminding us that the mission of the disciple is unchanging.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"An Antidote for the Insanity!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John and Mary unpack the wisdom of Scripture and talk about how we can maintain sanity in these days, reminding us that the mission of the disciple is unchanging. \r\n","date_published":"2020-11-02T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ebec2518-62fd-4384-ad7b-40f4b3a9081c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20976453,"duration_in_seconds":1310}]},{"id":"a0d96027-6c59-497e-b4c7-cf278e671713","title":"Episode 98: What Would John Paul II say? ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/98","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the ongoing unrest and uncertainty and encourage calm and trust in the Lord Jesus.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the ongoing unrest and uncertainty and encourage calm and trust in the Lord Jesus.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Headlines getting you down? Be not afraid!","date_published":"2020-10-26T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a0d96027-6c59-497e-b4c7-cf278e671713.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30844052,"duration_in_seconds":1927}]},{"id":"7ec3a558-be08-4a78-9072-7db2dc32e252","title":"Episode 97: A Conversation Between Three Brothers, Part II ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/97","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John shares the mic with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann from the Diocese of Cleveland and have an honest conversation about their journey to the priesthood, preaching, their joys and their challenges.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guests: Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John shares the mic with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann from the Diocese of Cleveland and have an honest conversation about their journey to the priesthood, preaching, their joys and their challenges.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guests: Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann.

","summary":"A refreshing and honest exchange between three priests who are deeply in love with Jesus!","date_published":"2020-10-12T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7ec3a558-be08-4a78-9072-7db2dc32e252.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29393733,"duration_in_seconds":1836}]},{"id":"01f152ed-83fa-44e4-bd01-ccf714dde064","title":"Episode 96: A Conversation Between Three Brothers, Part I ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/96","content_text":"A refreshing and honest exchange between three priests who are deeply in love with Jesus!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares the mic with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann from the Diocese of Cleveland and have an honest conversation about their journey to the priesthood, preaching, their joys and their challenges.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guests: Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann.","content_html":"

A refreshing and honest exchange between three priests who are deeply in love with Jesus!

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In this episode, Fr. John shares the mic with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann from the Diocese of Cleveland and have an honest conversation about their journey to the priesthood, preaching, their joys and their challenges.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guests: Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann.

","summary":"A refreshing and honest exchange between three priests who are deeply in love with Jesus!\r\n\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares the mic with Fr. Patrick Schultz and Fr. Ryan Mann from the Diocese of Cleveland and have an honest conversation about their journey to the priesthood, preaching, their joys and their challenges.\r\n","date_published":"2020-10-05T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/01f152ed-83fa-44e4-bd01-ccf714dde064.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38429175,"duration_in_seconds":2401}]},{"id":"347e32e3-61c4-435d-947e-1357e717ad8d","title":"Episode 95: What Can One Woman or One Man Do?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/95","content_text":"Jump into the slingshot and let God mobilize you for mission!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, Mary talk about the impact one person can have if they're attentive to the Holy Spirit’s inspiration.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Jump into the slingshot and let God mobilize you for mission!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, Mary talk about the impact one person can have if they're attentive to the Holy Spirit’s inspiration.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Jump into the slingshot and let God mobilize you for mission!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, Mary talk about the impact one person can have if they're attentive to the Holy Spirit’s inspiration.\r\n","date_published":"2020-09-28T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/347e32e3-61c4-435d-947e-1357e717ad8d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22331895,"duration_in_seconds":1395}]},{"id":"f45c2171-555a-4527-b2ce-612022d60cdf","title":"Episode 94: Preach It!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/94","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and have a conversation about preaching and offer some helpful thoughts when preaching on difficult topics.\n\nTo learn more about our apostolate, please visit our website https://actsxxix.org.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and have a conversation about preaching and offer some helpful thoughts when preaching on difficult topics.

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To learn more about our apostolate, please visit our website https://actsxxix.org.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary invite Dcn. Steve to the mic and have a conversation about preaching and offer some helpful thoughts when preaching on difficult topics.","date_published":"2020-09-21T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f45c2171-555a-4527-b2ce-612022d60cdf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36669567,"duration_in_seconds":2291}]},{"id":"ba4d1f27-ff8e-447f-b3aa-8792d7fe0312","title":"Episode 93: How to Think, Speak, Act, and Pray When People Hate Us","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/93","content_text":"Never forget the dignity of the one who may be your enemy!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the current cultural climate of contempt and a way forward to navigate difficult conversations with love.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Never forget the dignity of the one who may be your enemy!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the current cultural climate of contempt and a way forward to navigate difficult conversations with love.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Never forget the dignity of the one who may be your enemy!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the current cultural climate of contempt and a way forward to navigate difficult conversations with love.\r\n","date_published":"2020-09-14T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ba4d1f27-ff8e-447f-b3aa-8792d7fe0312.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33887631,"duration_in_seconds":2117}]},{"id":"df31f1ab-7439-40d3-8657-b130915c1e0b","title":"Episode 92: A Real Conversation About Where We are in the Church","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/92","content_text":"A Real Conversation About Where We are in the Church\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary have an honest conversation about where we are in the Church and the role each of us can play to bring about transformation.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

A Real Conversation About Where We are in the Church

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary have an honest conversation about where we are in the Church and the role each of us can play to bring about transformation.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"A Real Conversation About Where We are in the Church\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary have an honest conversation about where we are in the Church and the role each of us can play to bring about transformation.\r\n","date_published":"2020-09-07T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/df31f1ab-7439-40d3-8657-b130915c1e0b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30535180,"duration_in_seconds":1908}]},{"id":"5d80263c-258e-4cbd-b1d1-f43f182c2331","title":"Episode 91: We Need a Win!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/91","content_text":"There’s a lot of newsreel out there. Make sure you’re watching the right reel!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the fact that there’s a lot of newsreel out there but the only reel worth watching is the gospel. \n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

There’s a lot of newsreel out there. Make sure you’re watching the right reel!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the fact that there’s a lot of newsreel out there but the only reel worth watching is the gospel.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

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We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"There’s a lot of newsreel out there. Make sure you’re watching the right reel!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the fact that there’s a lot of newsreel out there but the only reel worth watching is the gospel. \r\n","date_published":"2020-08-31T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5d80263c-258e-4cbd-b1d1-f43f182c2331.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28823219,"duration_in_seconds":1801}]},{"id":"bcb4c96f-830f-427a-adaf-1ff8b958740d","title":"Episode 90: Friends are useless!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/90","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the ever-increasing importance of friendship in our uncertain times.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the ever-increasing importance of friendship in our uncertain times.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

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To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Friends are useless!\r\n\r\n In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about the ever-increasing importance of friendship in our uncertain times.\r\n","date_published":"2020-08-17T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/bcb4c96f-830f-427a-adaf-1ff8b958740d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24448022,"duration_in_seconds":1527}]},{"id":"1b7b3d07-6fda-41cb-982c-95b2753a950b","title":"Episode 89: An Interview with Fr. John About His New Book","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/89","content_text":"Fr. John has a new book coming out!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about Fr. John’s new book, Rescued: The Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel. To order the book, visit Amazon.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Fr. John has a new book coming out!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about Fr. John’s new book, Rescued: The Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel. To order the book, visit Amazon.

\n\n

Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

\n\n

Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"An Interview with Fr. John About His New Book\r\n\r\nFr. John has a new book coming out!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about Fr. John’s new book, “Rescued: The Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel.”\r\n","date_published":"2020-08-10T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1b7b3d07-6fda-41cb-982c-95b2753a950b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24139150,"duration_in_seconds":1508}]},{"id":"cd36959d-5f72-4c33-ab94-f9d245802dfe","title":"Episode 88: Being Priests for Our Country","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/88","content_text":"Being priests for our country, and oh, by the way, that means all of us!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk more about the National Day of Prayer and Fasting asking for God’s mercy and the healing of our hearts and offer some practical ideas on what to do this day.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Being priests for our country, and oh, by the way, that means all of us!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk more about the National Day of Prayer and Fasting asking for God’s mercy and the healing of our hearts and offer some practical ideas on what to do this day.

\n\n

Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

\n\n

Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Being priests for our country, and oh, by the way, that means all of us!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary talk more about the National Day of Prayer and Fasting asking for God’s mercy and the healing of our hearts and offer some practical ideas on what to do this day.\r\n","date_published":"2020-08-04T15:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cd36959d-5f72-4c33-ab94-f9d245802dfe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29631552,"duration_in_seconds":1851}]},{"id":"cca88527-01eb-4285-907a-f26815a8bb19","title":"Episode 87: Pray and Fast for Our Nation on September 24, 2020","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/87","content_text":"The only remedy for our nation’s wounds!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary invite the nation to pray and fast for our nation on September 24, 2020.\n\nTo read President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation, visit https://www.historyplace.com/lincoln/proc-3.htm\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

The only remedy for our nation’s wounds!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary invite the nation to pray and fast for our nation on September 24, 2020.

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To read President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation, visit https://www.historyplace.com/lincoln/proc-3.htm

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

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Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"The only remedy for our nation’s wounds!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary invite the nation to pray and fast for our nation on September 24, 2020.\r\n\r\nTo read President Abraham Lincoln’s proclamation, visit https://www.historyplace.com/lincoln/proc-3.htm","date_published":"2020-07-29T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cca88527-01eb-4285-907a-f26815a8bb19.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17719297,"duration_in_seconds":1107}]},{"id":"bde55ec0-c7b5-4556-8904-55cd56ecb6d6","title":"Episode 86: Be a Caleb!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/86","content_text":"Feel like the odds are against you? Be a Caleb! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary break open the book of Numbers 13 and 14 and encourage their listeners to pray for the grace courage.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

Feel like the odds are against you? Be a Caleb!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary break open the book of Numbers 13 and 14 and encourage their listeners to pray for the grace courage.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

\n\n

Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"Feel like the odds are against you? Be a Caleb! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary break open the book of Numbers 13 and 14 and encourage their listeners to pray for the grace courage.\r\n\r\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.","date_published":"2020-07-20T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/bde55ec0-c7b5-4556-8904-55cd56ecb6d6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31295866,"duration_in_seconds":1955}]},{"id":"b4f53bf7-26d9-4755-977a-8086069aa9b6","title":"Episode 85: Why We Need to Reimagine Our Parishes Now, Part III","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/85","content_text":"What can and should we do to reach the fallen-away and the nones?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to talk about the white paper and speak specifically about how to reach the fallen-away and the nones.\n\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

What can and should we do to reach the fallen-away and the nones?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to talk about the white paper and speak specifically about how to reach the fallen-away and the nones.

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To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

\n\n

Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"What can and should we do to reach the fallen-away and the nones?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to talk about the white paper and speak specifically about how to reach the fallen-away and the nones.\r\n\r\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.","date_published":"2020-07-13T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b4f53bf7-26d9-4755-977a-8086069aa9b6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30559004,"duration_in_seconds":1909}]},{"id":"78d5b161-6337-4f83-8eee-8eb48f476873","title":"Episode 84: An Examination of Conscience for Mission","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/84","content_text":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to break open the white paper and begin to tackle the topic of reimagining our parishes to reach the nones and fallen-away.\n\nPlease visit https://actsxxix.org/media/podcasts/ to access the pdf mentioned in the podcast.\n\nHave a comment about this podcast? Contact us!\n\nTo learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.\n\nSubscribe to our weekly article.\n\nWe've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!","content_html":"

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to break open the white paper and begin to tackle the topic of reimagining our parishes to reach the nones and fallen-away.

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Please visit https://actsxxix.org/media/podcasts/ to access the pdf mentioned in the podcast.

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Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us!

\n\n

To learn more about ACTS XXIX, visit our site.

\n\n

Subscribe to our weekly article.

\n\n

We've published our first book with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo!

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue to break open the white paper and begin to tackle the topic of reimagining our parishes to reach the nones and fallen-away.\r\n\r\nPlease visit https://actsxxix.org/media/podcasts/ to access the pdf mentioned in the podcast.","date_published":"2020-07-06T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/78d5b161-6337-4f83-8eee-8eb48f476873.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17005841,"duration_in_seconds":1062}]},{"id":"e21f63c2-eb2d-405b-8c2f-4d344d9d391d","title":"Episode 83: Why We Need to Reimagine Our Parishes Now, Part II","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/83","content_text":"Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it, round 2!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue their discussion around why parishes need to be reimagined now.\n\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.","content_html":"

Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it, round 2!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue their discussion around why parishes need to be reimagined now.

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To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.

","summary":"Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it, round 2!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue their discussion around why parishes need to be reimagined now.\r\n","date_published":"2020-06-29T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e21f63c2-eb2d-405b-8c2f-4d344d9d391d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22450595,"duration_in_seconds":1402}]},{"id":"0071babd-d40b-4033-8409-3290a7d50b38","title":"Episode 82: We Need to Reimagine Parishes Now","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/82","content_text":"Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue with their series on their white paper and talk about why re-imagining parishes is so critical right now.\n\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.","content_html":"

Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue with their series on their white paper and talk about why re-imagining parishes is so critical right now.

\n\n

To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.

","summary":"Your parish is probably broken and you might not know it!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary continue with their series on their white paper and talk about why re-imagining parishes is so critical right now.\r\n\r\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.","date_published":"2020-06-22T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0071babd-d40b-4033-8409-3290a7d50b38.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26730497,"duration_in_seconds":1670}]},{"id":"be9288da-deb2-4685-b2df-4845764c5ab6","title":"Episode 81: Dare to Dream With Us About What Parishes Can Be","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/81","content_text":"This parish would be your dream come true!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve to the podcast to talk more about their white paper and to imagine with them what parishes can be.\n\nTo read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

This parish would be your dream come true!

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve to the podcast to talk more about their white paper and to imagine with them what parishes can be.

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To read ACTS XXIX's white paper, visit https://www.imaginethis.actsxxix.org/.

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"This parish would be your dream come true!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve to the podcast to talk more about their white paper and to imagine with them what parishes can be.\r\n","date_published":"2020-06-15T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/be9288da-deb2-4685-b2df-4845764c5ab6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":43826700,"duration_in_seconds":2738}]},{"id":"c3fd1ad0-af85-47a2-9ff0-01eed5cec288","title":"Episode 80: A Plea from Fr. John for the Church to be Prophetic ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/80","content_text":"A Plea from Fr. John for the Church to be Prophetic.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks to the civil unrest in our nation and the prophetic role of the Church in these times.","content_html":"

A Plea from Fr. John for the Church to be Prophetic.

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In this episode, Fr. John speaks to the civil unrest in our nation and the prophetic role of the Church in these times.

","summary":"A Plea from Fr. John for the Church to be Prophetic.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks to the civil unrest in our nation and the prophetic role of the Church in these times\r\n","date_published":"2020-06-08T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c3fd1ad0-af85-47a2-9ff0-01eed5cec288.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39237508,"duration_in_seconds":2452}]},{"id":"821ce0e4-11a3-4294-979c-935109448219","title":"Episode 79: Imagine This","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/79","content_text":"As much as we want answers to “why,” the real question is “what do we do now?”\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about where we are in the country and the Church as a result of COVID-19 and introduce the first in a series of episodes on their white paper, “Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century.\"","content_html":"

As much as we want answers to “why,” the real question is “what do we do now?”

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about where we are in the country and the Church as a result of COVID-19 and introduce the first in a series of episodes on their white paper, “Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century."

","summary":"As much as we want answers to “why,” the real question is “what do we do now?”\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary talk about where we are in the country and the Church as a result of COVID-19 and introduce the first in a series of episodes on their white paper, “Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century.\"","date_published":"2020-06-01T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/821ce0e4-11a3-4294-979c-935109448219.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27586478,"duration_in_seconds":1723}]},{"id":"8df2a532-6caa-4c3b-8048-b27120c7eca0","title":"Episode 78: Final Be Not Afraid: Pour Out Your Spirit","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/78","content_text":"An announcement, a plea, and a prayer!\n\nIn this final episode of the “Be Not Afraid” series, Fr. John announces a new series on the Sunday Mass Readings coming later this summer with Deacon Steve Mitchell and also encourages us to press into the power of the Holy Spirit and pray for healing and unity for our nation in this time of civil unrest.","content_html":"

An announcement, a plea, and a prayer!

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In this final episode of the “Be Not Afraid” series, Fr. John announces a new series on the Sunday Mass Readings coming later this summer with Deacon Steve Mitchell and also encourages us to press into the power of the Holy Spirit and pray for healing and unity for our nation in this time of civil unrest.

","summary":"An announcement, a plea, and a prayer!\r\n\r\nIn this final episode of the “Be Not Afraid” series, Fr. John announces a new series on the Sunday Mass Readings coming later this summer with Deacon Steve Mitchell and also encourages us to press into the power of the Holy Spirit and pray for healing and unity for our nation in this time of civil unrest.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-31T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8df2a532-6caa-4c3b-8048-b27120c7eca0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7994222,"duration_in_seconds":499}]},{"id":"f44400e7-1246-448f-b155-18e6e58b7a67","title":"Episode 77: Be Not Afraid: Proclamation and Commission","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/77","content_text":"Sent forth on mission as heralds of the Gospel\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares again from one of his favorite books, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age\" and reminds us that we are being sent into the world as heralds of the Gospel. \n\nTo purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit here.","content_html":"

Sent forth on mission as heralds of the Gospel

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In this episode, Fr. John shares again from one of his favorite books, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age" and reminds us that we are being sent into the world as heralds of the Gospel.

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To purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit here.

","summary":"Sent forth on mission as heralds of the Gospel\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares again from one of his favorite books, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age\" and reminds us that we are being sent into the world as heralds of the Gospel. \r\n\r\nTo purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission%3A+Pastoral+Strategies+for+an+Apostolic+Age&qid=1590611152&sr=8-1\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-30T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f44400e7-1246-448f-b155-18e6e58b7a67.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9595424,"duration_in_seconds":599}]},{"id":"baf2bb2d-9bf0-44e8-bf81-448335231d03","title":"Episode 76: Be Not Afraid: Do You Love Me More Than These?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/76","content_text":"What are the “these” in your life?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Gospel that shows forth how Jesus handles the sins of His loved ones and how much Jesus wants our love.","content_html":"

What are the “these” in your life?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Gospel that shows forth how Jesus handles the sins of His loved ones and how much Jesus wants our love.

","summary":"What are the “these” in your life?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Gospel that shows forth how Jesus handles the sins of His loved ones and how much Jesus wants our love.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-29T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/baf2bb2d-9bf0-44e8-bf81-448335231d03.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7518585,"duration_in_seconds":469}]},{"id":"8f308023-f754-4ac1-9a0f-309008ff6478","title":"Episode 75: Be Not Afraid: Open My Eyes","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/75","content_text":"It’s how, not what!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John continues unpacking a book he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age, and encourages us, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to ask for the grace to have our minds brought into conformity with the mind of God.\n\nTo purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit here.","content_html":"

It’s how, not what!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John continues unpacking a book he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age, and encourages us, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to ask for the grace to have our minds brought into conformity with the mind of God.

\n\n

To purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit here.

","summary":"It’s how, not what!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John continues unpacking a book he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age, and encourages us, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to ask for the grace to have our minds brought into conformity with the mind of God.\r\n\r\nTo purchase the book Fr. John mentions, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission%3A+Pastoral+Strategies+for+an+Apostolic+Age&qid=1590611152&sr=8-1","date_published":"2020-05-28T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8f308023-f754-4ac1-9a0f-309008ff6478.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8422213,"duration_in_seconds":526}]},{"id":"bf94fc52-5037-4e2e-b9c0-b22f232c6a9a","title":"Episode 74: Be Not Afraid: Conversion of Mind and Vision","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/74","content_text":"Do we see reality as it truly is?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us that St. Paul didn’t teach those he was preaching to what to think, but rather how to think and he exhorts us to beg the Holy Spirit to illumine our minds as we approach Pentecost.","content_html":"

Do we see reality as it truly is?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reminds us that St. Paul didn’t teach those he was preaching to what to think, but rather how to think and he exhorts us to beg the Holy Spirit to illumine our minds as we approach Pentecost.

","summary":"Do we see reality as it truly is?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us that St. Paul didn’t teach those he was preaching to what to think, but rather how to think and he exhorts us to beg the Holy Spirit to illumine our minds as we approach Pentecost.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-27T12:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/bf94fc52-5037-4e2e-b9c0-b22f232c6a9a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7331757,"duration_in_seconds":457}]},{"id":"fc22ceb0-a715-4d17-bf91-8bc834e49f2f","title":"Episode 73: Be Not Afraid: Novena Days","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/73","content_text":"Need fuel for your prayer?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and the prayers that open the Mass, inviting us to pray with them today and in the days ahead as we await Pentecost.","content_html":"

Need fuel for your prayer?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and the prayers that open the Mass, inviting us to pray with them today and in the days ahead as we await Pentecost.

","summary":"Need fuel for your prayer?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and the prayers that open the Mass, inviting us to pray with them today and in the days ahead as we await Pentecost.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-26T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fc22ceb0-a715-4d17-bf91-8bc834e49f2f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8853547,"duration_in_seconds":553}]},{"id":"356c195e-2428-46e5-a019-2358efca7366","title":"Episode 72: The Role of Scripture in the Church and Its Place in the Mass","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/72","content_text":"SPECIAL EPISODE: A conversation with Fr. John and Dr. Scott Hahn\n\nIn this episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn and Fr. John Riccardo share the central role that Scripture has played in their lives, especially during quarantine. Discover how we’re called to encounter Jesus both in Scripture and the Eucharist, and be transformed.Special Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn.","content_html":"

SPECIAL EPISODE: A conversation with Fr. John and Dr. Scott Hahn

\n\n

In this episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn and Fr. John Riccardo share the central role that Scripture has played in their lives, especially during quarantine. Discover how we’re called to encounter Jesus both in Scripture and the Eucharist, and be transformed.

Special Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn.

","summary":"SPECIAL EPISODE: A conversation with Fr. John and Dr. Scott Hahn\r\n\r\nIn this episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn and Fr. John Riccardo share the central role that Scripture has played in their lives, especially during quarantine. Discover how we’re called to encounter Jesus both in Scripture and the Eucharist, and be transformed.","date_published":"2020-05-25T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/356c195e-2428-46e5-a019-2358efca7366.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":53131726,"duration_in_seconds":3320}]},{"id":"81420e90-448f-4ec9-b534-1e6d0b12e0e0","title":"Episode 71: Be Not Afraid: Going to the Crowds","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/71","content_text":"What’s our role in the world?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects on the role of the laity in a dark, confused and anxious world.","content_html":"

What’s our role in the world?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reflects on the role of the laity in a dark, confused and anxious world.

","summary":"What’s our role in the world?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects on the role of the laity in a dark, confused and anxious world.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-23T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/81420e90-448f-4ec9-b534-1e6d0b12e0e0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7329667,"duration_in_seconds":457}]},{"id":"57a36bbe-e3e7-4b72-b4e0-9aaed0613d42","title":"Episode 70: Be Not Afraid: Don’t Let Anything Steal Your Joy ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/70","content_text":"What is the fulfillment of all our desires?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about joy through the lens of today's gospel and C. S. Lewis' classic, \"The Weight of Glory.\" ","content_html":"

What is the fulfillment of all our desires?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John speaks about joy through the lens of today's gospel and C. S. Lewis' classic, "The Weight of Glory."

","summary":"What is the fulfillment of all our desires?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about joy through the lens of today's gospel and C. S. Lewis' classic, \"The Weight of Glory.\" \r\n","date_published":"2020-05-22T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/57a36bbe-e3e7-4b72-b4e0-9aaed0613d42.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7329667,"duration_in_seconds":457}]},{"id":"85235dc5-b182-427c-b812-db345c2da223","title":"Episode 69: Be Not Afraid: Live Loyal to God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/69","content_text":"Jesus is risen, and oh by the way, there’s work to do!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us again that the goal of this life is to do all we can to bring the world into conformity with God’s plan.","content_html":"

Jesus is risen, and oh by the way, there’s work to do!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reminds us again that the goal of this life is to do all we can to bring the world into conformity with God’s plan.

","summary":"Jesus is risen, and oh by the way, there’s work to do!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us again that the goal of this life is to do all we can to bring the world into conformity with God’s plan.","date_published":"2020-05-21T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/85235dc5-b182-427c-b812-db345c2da223.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8660031,"duration_in_seconds":540}]},{"id":"b6aca0c3-cf43-4f0d-8e6f-f8c52b687822","title":"Episode 68: Be Not Afraid: Recapturing the Christian Imagination","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/68","content_text":"What narrative guides your life?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from a new book that he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Strategies for an Apostolic Age.”\n\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link:\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1","content_html":"

What narrative guides your life?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from a new book that he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Strategies for an Apostolic Age.”

\n\n

The book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link:
\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1

","summary":"What narrative guides your life?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from a new book that he highly recommends entitled, “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Strategies for an Apostolic Age.”\r\n\r\n\r\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link:\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-20T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b6aca0c3-cf43-4f0d-8e6f-f8c52b687822.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9706183,"duration_in_seconds":606}]},{"id":"7b958cf3-33aa-4064-83b4-669d646c81c9","title":"Episode 67: Be Not Afraid: A Change of Eras","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/67","content_text":"Do we recognize that we’re living in a change of eras?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John continues to unpack the riches of one of his favorite books, “”From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age.\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found here:\n\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1","content_html":"

Do we recognize that we’re living in a change of eras?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John continues to unpack the riches of one of his favorite books, “”From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age.
\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found here:

\n\n

https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1

","summary":"Do we recognize that we’re living in a change of eras?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John continues to unpack the riches of one of his favorite books, “”From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age.\r\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found here:\r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-19T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7b958cf3-33aa-4064-83b4-669d646c81c9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8707679,"duration_in_seconds":543}]},{"id":"5108009e-1198-4aa4-b33b-85a423fcd389","title":"Episode 66: Stay in (or get in!) Your Lane","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/66","content_text":"Are you in the right lane?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary have a conversation about how COVID-19 is providing us an opportunity to be reminded of our unique roles in the Church.","content_html":"

Are you in the right lane?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary have a conversation about how COVID-19 is providing us an opportunity to be reminded of our unique roles in the Church.

","summary":"Are you in the right lane?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary have a conversation about how COVID-19 is providing us an opportunity to be reminded of our unique roles in the Church.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-18T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5108009e-1198-4aa4-b33b-85a423fcd389.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29322262,"duration_in_seconds":1832}]},{"id":"a07b29ab-3b1d-419d-9654-4fc4fff595b8","title":"Episode 65: Be Not Afraid: From Christendom to Apostolic Mission","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/65","content_text":"Is the attitude of the Apostles ours? If not, why not?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from one of the most important books of our times and encourages people to buy it for their pastors.\n\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1","content_html":"

Is the attitude of the Apostles ours? If not, why not?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from one of the most important books of our times and encourages people to buy it for their pastors.

\n\n

The book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1

","summary":"Is the attitude of the Apostles ours? If not, why not?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares excerpts from one of the most important books of our times and encourages people to buy it for their pastors.\r\n\r\nThe book mentioned by Fr. John can be found at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=From+Christendom+to+Apostolic+Mission&qid=1589639816&sr=8-1","date_published":"2020-05-16T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a07b29ab-3b1d-419d-9654-4fc4fff595b8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10086526,"duration_in_seconds":630}]},{"id":"f430fa13-7a2b-4140-b792-602321ec1782","title":"Episode 64: Be Not Afraid: It’s Always About Love","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/64","content_text":"This “love thing” must be pretty important!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks the many dimensions of love and exhorts us to experience God’s love through prayer before the Eucharist and the Word of God and to share it with others.","content_html":"

This “love thing” must be pretty important!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks the many dimensions of love and exhorts us to experience God’s love through prayer before the Eucharist and the Word of God and to share it with others.

","summary":"This “love thing” must be pretty important!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks the many dimensions of love and exhorts us to experience God’s love through prayer before the Eucharist and the Word of God and to share it with others.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-15T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/f430fa13-7a2b-4140-b792-602321ec1782.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9707437,"duration_in_seconds":606}]},{"id":"dafef045-40e8-485a-9ce7-96a8dc744021","title":"Episode 63: Be Not Afraid: To Will the Good of Another","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/63","content_text":"What does real love look like?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John exhorts us to press into the grace offered us so as to love as Jesus has commanded us to love.","content_html":"

What does real love look like?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John exhorts us to press into the grace offered us so as to love as Jesus has commanded us to love.

","summary":"What does real love look like?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John exhorts us to press into the grace offered us so as to love as Jesus has commanded us to love.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-14T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/dafef045-40e8-485a-9ce7-96a8dc744021.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10086526,"duration_in_seconds":630}]},{"id":"1cbab910-9924-4e85-973d-47adfb0f7964","title":"Episode 62: Be Not Afraid: The Fruit of Union","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/62","content_text":"What fruit will we offer to the Lord and the world?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John exhorts us, as we return to Mass, to bear rich fruit for the Lord and the world by way of our love and our speech.","content_html":"

What fruit will we offer to the Lord and the world?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John exhorts us, as we return to Mass, to bear rich fruit for the Lord and the world by way of our love and our speech.

","summary":"What fruit will we offer to the Lord and the world?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John exhorts us, as we return to Mass, to bear rich fruit for the Lord and the world by way of our love and our speech.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-13T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1cbab910-9924-4e85-973d-47adfb0f7964.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13229579,"duration_in_seconds":826}]},{"id":"0add4cf6-04d8-4d36-9746-d60079bbe1d9","title":"Episode 61: Be Not Afraid: The Gift of Peace","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/61","content_text":"Fear not, little flock!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John encourages us to lean into the peace that only Jesus can bring in these days of great struggle and suffering.","content_html":"

Fear not, little flock!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John encourages us to lean into the peace that only Jesus can bring in these days of great struggle and suffering.

","summary":"Fear not, little flock!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John encourages us to lean into the peace that only Jesus can bring in these days of great struggle and suffering.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-12T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0add4cf6-04d8-4d36-9746-d60079bbe1d9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7164991,"duration_in_seconds":447}]},{"id":"cc22d397-cbc0-4cbd-9750-a3a14ba10b89","title":"Episode 60: Who Are You Looking For?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/60","content_text":"Is there a Saul in your life?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary use the story of Barnabas looking for Saul as a real-time example of how God might be inspiring you right now as we enter into this new normal.","content_html":"

Is there a Saul in your life?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary use the story of Barnabas looking for Saul as a real-time example of how God might be inspiring you right now as we enter into this new normal.

","summary":"Is there a Saul in your life?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick and Mary use the story of Barnabas looking for Saul as a real-time example of how God might be inspiring you right now as we enter into this new normal.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-11T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cc22d397-cbc0-4cbd-9750-a3a14ba10b89.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36003758,"duration_in_seconds":2249}]},{"id":"cb17f9b1-e2a6-401c-846b-82fafd530cd7","title":"Episode 59: Be Not Afraid: The Re-creation of the World Has Begun","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/59","content_text":"From lord to Lord!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John Riccardo unpacks the context of today’s Reading from the Acts of the Apostles and invites us to turn the world upside down as St. Paul did.","content_html":"

From lord to Lord!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John Riccardo unpacks the context of today’s Reading from the Acts of the Apostles and invites us to turn the world upside down as St. Paul did.

","summary":"From lord to Lord!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John Riccardo unpacks the context of today’s Reading from the Acts of the Apostles and invites us to turn the world upside down as St. Paul did.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-09T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/cb17f9b1-e2a6-401c-846b-82fafd530cd7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8707679,"duration_in_seconds":543}]},{"id":"2586ccda-26d0-4659-bab5-efb77729ab8d","title":"Episode 58: SPECIAL EPISODE: Re-imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/58","content_text":"The Inspiration Behind the White Paper\n\nIn this special episode, Nick Jorgensen interviews Fr. John about our white paper and what the Lord may be saying to us in these days in light of COVID-19.","content_html":"

The Inspiration Behind the White Paper

\n\n

In this special episode, Nick Jorgensen interviews Fr. John about our white paper and what the Lord may be saying to us in these days in light of COVID-19.

","summary":"The Inspiration Behind the White Paper\r\n\r\nIn this special episode, Nick Jorgensen interviews Fr. John about our white paper and what the Lord may be saying to us in these days in light of COVID-19.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-08T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2586ccda-26d0-4659-bab5-efb77729ab8d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19502311,"duration_in_seconds":1218}]},{"id":"a7b5761c-a14f-481a-9ee6-657d8a66e8d3","title":"Episode 57: Be Not Afraid: The Sudden Happy Turn in Human History","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/57","content_text":"What’s the greatest hinge event of all time?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us that history is God’s story and His resurrection is the ‘eucatastrophe’ which pierces you and me with a joy that brings tears and changes our lives forever.","content_html":"

What’s the greatest hinge event of all time?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reminds us that history is God’s story and His resurrection is the ‘eucatastrophe’ which pierces you and me with a joy that brings tears and changes our lives forever.

","summary":"What’s the greatest hinge event of all time?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reminds us that history is God’s story and His resurrection is the ‘eucatastrophe’ which pierces you and me with a joy that brings tears and changes our lives forever.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-08T15:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a7b5761c-a14f-481a-9ee6-657d8a66e8d3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":11394321,"duration_in_seconds":711}]},{"id":"c48c93b6-74ca-4a17-a0ea-835be54775b0","title":"Episode 56: Be Not Afraid: From Ruins to Restoration","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/56","content_text":"Jesus Loves to Restore!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about how God puts us back together again.","content_html":"

Jesus Loves to Restore!

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In this episode, Fr. John speaks about how God puts us back together again.

","summary":"Jesus Loves to Restore!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about how God puts us back together again.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-07T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c48c93b6-74ca-4a17-a0ea-835be54775b0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7851698,"duration_in_seconds":490}]},{"id":"9901152b-1a49-41fd-a412-eb4bbb8eeac1","title":"Episode 55: Be Not Afraid: The Journey from Distraction to Recollection","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/55","content_text":"How are you doing and where have you come from?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares “how he’s doing,” the texture of his prayer, and invites us to pray with Psalm 103.","content_html":"

How are you doing and where have you come from?

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In this episode, Fr. John shares “how he’s doing,” the texture of his prayer, and invites us to pray with Psalm 103.

","summary":"How are you doing and where have you come from?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares “how he’s doing,” the texture of his prayer, and invites us to pray with Psalm 103.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-06T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9901152b-1a49-41fd-a412-eb4bbb8eeac1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10823806,"duration_in_seconds":676}]},{"id":"92173339-a7ef-45a7-84ef-b7c06599e721","title":"Episode 54: Be Not Afraid: The Mirth of God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/54","content_text":"Ever imagine the dinner conversation between the risen Lord and His apostles?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks to the Mass Readings from yesterday, Monday, May 4th and invites us to enter more deeply into the joy of the Lord.","content_html":"

Ever imagine the dinner conversation between the risen Lord and His apostles?

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In this episode, Fr. John speaks to the Mass Readings from yesterday, Monday, May 4th and invites us to enter more deeply into the joy of the Lord.

","summary":"Ever imagine the dinner conversation between the risen Lord and His apostles?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks to the Mass Readings from yesterday, Monday, May 4th and invites us to enter more deeply into the joy of the Lord.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-04T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/92173339-a7ef-45a7-84ef-b7c06599e721.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7851698,"duration_in_seconds":490}]},{"id":"849464bc-7969-48a8-a5e7-6e6bebee29f1","title":"Episode 53: Praying with the Mindset of a Physician","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/53","content_text":"Have you asked the Divine Physician what He most wants to heal in your parish in the midst of this pandemic?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary take a deeper dive with their third principle, God is the Architect, and teaches pastors and leaders how to pray with the mindset of a physician.","content_html":"

Have you asked the Divine Physician what He most wants to heal in your parish in the midst of this pandemic?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary take a deeper dive with their third principle, God is the Architect, and teaches pastors and leaders how to pray with the mindset of a physician.

","summary":"Have you asked the Divine Physician what He most wants to heal in your parish in the midst of this pandemic?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary take a deeper dive with their third principle, God is the Architect, and teaches pastors and leaders how to pray with the mindset of a physician.\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-04T10:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/849464bc-7969-48a8-a5e7-6e6bebee29f1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22545890,"duration_in_seconds":1408}]},{"id":"0db4269b-9cf1-413c-bd0d-6ec3847be5f8","title":"Episode 52: Be Not Afraid: The Hard Sayings of Jesus","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/52","content_text":"Are you and I disciples of Jesus or do we just happen to believe some Christian things?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to ponder a set of Jesus’ difficult sayings and encourages us to pray for the faith of a child.\n\nTo listen to the homily by Bishop Daniel Flores mentioned in today’s podcast, please visit here. ","content_html":"

Are you and I disciples of Jesus or do we just happen to believe some Christian things?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to ponder a set of Jesus’ difficult sayings and encourages us to pray for the faith of a child.

\n\n

To listen to the homily by Bishop Daniel Flores mentioned in today’s podcast, please visit here.

","summary":"Are you and I disciples of Jesus or do we just happen to believe some Christian things?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to ponder a set of Jesus’ difficult sayings and encourages us to pray for the faith of a child.\r\n\r\nTo listen to the homily by Bishop Daniel Flores mentioned in today’s podcast, please visit https://luminarypodcasts.com/listen/fr-john-riccardo-425/fr-john-riccardos-podcasts/poitd-6-homily-of-bishop-daniel-flores/266bc8a9-a7ea-4cbb-ad22-a2c6fcef5d35?country=US\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-05-01T14:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0db4269b-9cf1-413c-bd0d-6ec3847be5f8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9878383,"duration_in_seconds":617}]},{"id":"fba5f806-fe8e-4e3c-bc1f-506a113012cd","title":"Episode 51: Be Not Afraid: The Massive Impact of St. Paul","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/51","content_text":"A look at St. Paul’s vision for parish life will both surprise and inspire you! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects upon the life and work of St. Paul and invites us to both renew our minds and thoughts about what parish life is supposed to be. ","content_html":"

A look at St. Paul’s vision for parish life will both surprise and inspire you!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reflects upon the life and work of St. Paul and invites us to both renew our minds and thoughts about what parish life is supposed to be.

","summary":"A look at St. Paul’s vision for parish life will both surprise and inspire you! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects upon the life and work of St. Paul and invites us to both renew our minds and thoughts about what parish life is supposed to be. \r\n","date_published":"2020-05-01T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fba5f806-fe8e-4e3c-bc1f-506a113012cd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":11061625,"duration_in_seconds":691}]},{"id":"6879e56b-f647-499a-a7a3-0f024ce13cac","title":"Episode 50: Be Not Afraid: The Grace of a Pierced Heart","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/50","content_text":"Dare to ponder the chasm between God’s love and our own. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to behold the heart of God that has so loved us and to respond today in the manner He deserves.","content_html":"

Dare to ponder the chasm between God’s love and our own.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to behold the heart of God that has so loved us and to respond today in the manner He deserves.

","summary":"Dare to ponder the chasm between God’s love and our own. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to behold the heart of God that has so loved us and to respond today in the manner He deserves.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-30T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6879e56b-f647-499a-a7a3-0f024ce13cac.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8350742,"duration_in_seconds":521}]},{"id":"70c9476c-b5b1-4b56-8b3b-b3ef16e3c19d","title":"Episode 49: Be Not Afraid: That None Should Be Lost","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/49","content_text":"Looking for a safe refuge? Hide yourself in God’s mercy!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to bask in what God has revealed both in today’s gospel and through St. Catherine of Siena whose feast we celebrate today.","content_html":"

Looking for a safe refuge? Hide yourself in God’s mercy!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to bask in what God has revealed both in today’s gospel and through St. Catherine of Siena whose feast we celebrate today.

","summary":"Looking for a safe refuge? Hide yourself in God’s mercy!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to bask in what God has revealed both in today’s gospel and through St. Catherine of Siena whose feast we celebrate today.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-29T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/70c9476c-b5b1-4b56-8b3b-b3ef16e3c19d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":7827875,"duration_in_seconds":488}]},{"id":"2e35e7ad-258a-41a8-b36a-4072475fb91d","title":"Episode 48: Be Not Afraid: Miraculous Bread From Heaven","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/48","content_text":"What is it? Understanding what the Eucharist is and what it is not.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John offers a brief biblical teaching on the Eucharist.","content_html":"

What is it? Understanding what the Eucharist is and what it is not.

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In this episode, Fr. John offers a brief biblical teaching on the Eucharist.

","summary":"What is it? Understanding what the Eucharist is and what it is not.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John offers a brief biblical teaching on the Eucharist.\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-28T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/2e35e7ad-258a-41a8-b36a-4072475fb91d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10847630,"duration_in_seconds":677}]},{"id":"848da4ce-e071-4202-84c5-949552704e8b","title":"Episode 47: Planning for Your New Parish Normal","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/47","content_text":"What to Do When Nothing’s Normal?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak primarily to pastors about prayerfully discerning creative ways they can pastor their spiritual children as we enter into a new normal for parish life.","content_html":"

What to Do When Nothing’s Normal?

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In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak primarily to pastors about prayerfully discerning creative ways they can pastor their spiritual children as we enter into a new normal for parish life.

","summary":"What to Do When Nothing’s Normal?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak primarily to pastors about prayerfully discerning creative ways they can pastor their spiritual children as we enter into a new normal for parish life.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-27T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/848da4ce-e071-4202-84c5-949552704e8b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36431748,"duration_in_seconds":2276}]},{"id":"8c084b63-9f05-4d6d-acb1-f31c35b4d051","title":"Episode 46: Be Not Afraid: Eyes Fixed on Jesus","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/46","content_text":"What do you do when life feels like the beaches of Normandy in 1944?\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Scripture from 1 Peter, encouraging us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, crucified and risen. ","content_html":"

What do you do when life feels like the beaches of Normandy in 1944?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Scripture from 1 Peter, encouraging us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, crucified and risen.

","summary":"What do you do when life feels like the beaches of Normandy in 1944?\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s Scripture from 1 Peter, encouraging us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, crucified and risen. \r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-25T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/8c084b63-9f05-4d6d-acb1-f31c35b4d051.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":8065693,"duration_in_seconds":503}]},{"id":"e8d41236-3cd1-42a0-b22d-b66f5e028067","title":"Episode 45: Be Not Afraid: God Is Faithful to His Promises","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/45","content_text":"Why are Jesus’ promises often not enough for us? \n\nIn this podcast, Fr. John dives into the Word of God and speaks to the promises God has made to be with us always. ","content_html":"

Why are Jesus’ promises often not enough for us?

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In this podcast, Fr. John dives into the Word of God and speaks to the promises God has made to be with us always.

","summary":"Why are Jesus’ promises often not enough for us? \r\n\r\nIn this podcast, Fr. John dives into the Word of God and speaks to the promises God has made to be with us always. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-24T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/e8d41236-3cd1-42a0-b22d-b66f5e028067.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13107117,"duration_in_seconds":818}]},{"id":"fb2b95c7-bd7c-4c48-b64e-45373d19865b","title":"Episode 44: Be Not Afraid: What Does a Priest Do?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/44","content_text":"Do you know what Jesus is doing right now? He’s making intercession for us!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks for us today’s Collect prayer and what it is Jesus is doing right now on our behalf before the Father in heaven.","content_html":"

Do you know what Jesus is doing right now? He’s making intercession for us!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks for us today’s Collect prayer and what it is Jesus is doing right now on our behalf before the Father in heaven.

","summary":"Do you know what Jesus is doing right now? He’s making intercession for us!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks for us today’s Collect prayer and what it is Jesus is doing right now on our behalf before the Father in heaven.","date_published":"2020-04-23T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fb2b95c7-bd7c-4c48-b64e-45373d19865b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":9875457,"duration_in_seconds":616}]},{"id":"d229ec94-d8fe-4e98-8e37-b4bc0167c86a","title":"Episode 43: Be Not Afraid: The Father Loves You!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/43","content_text":"Feeling like you don’t measure up? You're loveable just as you are!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to let go of any nagging fears we have that we have to earn the Father’s love. ","content_html":"

Feeling like you don’t measure up? You're loveable just as you are!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to let go of any nagging fears we have that we have to earn the Father’s love.

","summary":"Feeling like you don’t measure up? You're loveable just as you are!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to let go of any nagging fears we have that we have to earn the Father’s love. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-22T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d229ec94-d8fe-4e98-8e37-b4bc0167c86a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":6115914,"duration_in_seconds":381}]},{"id":"278e5c1c-3d22-46c8-8d96-d91fcd6b9d50","title":"Episode 42: Be Not Afraid: Conversations with God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/42","content_text":"Have some questions for Jesus? These days present an opportunity to deepen our friendship with God through honest conversations.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to use these days to learn to talk more sincerely and honestly with God and to listen. ","content_html":"

Have some questions for Jesus? These days present an opportunity to deepen our friendship with God through honest conversations.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to use these days to learn to talk more sincerely and honestly with God and to listen.

","summary":"Have some questions for Jesus? These days present an opportunity to deepen our friendship with God through honest conversations.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to use these days to learn to talk more sincerely and honestly with God and to listen. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-21T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/278e5c1c-3d22-46c8-8d96-d91fcd6b9d50.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8707679,"duration_in_seconds":543}]},{"id":"93680a92-4c1e-491d-aeb8-141faf190272","title":"Episode 41: Unprecedented Times, Unprecedented Prayer ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/41","content_text":"What do we mean by the term “culture of prayer?” There’s never been a more opportune time to learn.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary discuss what it means to create a culture of prayer and offers bishops, priests, and lay leaders practical ideas about how to begin to pray as a team to discern God’s plan for their diocese or parish in these days. ","content_html":"

What do we mean by the term “culture of prayer?” There’s never been a more opportune time to learn.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary discuss what it means to create a culture of prayer and offers bishops, priests, and lay leaders practical ideas about how to begin to pray as a team to discern God’s plan for their diocese or parish in these days.

","summary":"What do we mean by the term “culture of prayer?” There’s never been a more opportune time to learn.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary discuss what it means to create a culture of prayer and offers bishops, priests, and lay leaders practical ideas about how to begin to pray as a team to discern God’s plan for their diocese or parish in these days. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-20T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/93680a92-4c1e-491d-aeb8-141faf190272.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":32508365,"duration_in_seconds":2031}]},{"id":"adf294af-f30d-4fb1-83ed-50785c7cc46f","title":"Episode 40: Be Not Afraid: Our Reason for Hope","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/40","content_text":"How in the world did Peter move from a place of cowardice to exceptional and unshakeable faith? \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John talks about how it is Peter is able to say, “It is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard!”","content_html":"

How in the world did Peter move from a place of cowardice to exceptional and unshakeable faith?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John talks about how it is Peter is able to say, “It is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard!”

","summary":"How in the world did Peter move from a place of cowardice to exceptional and unshakeable faith? \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John talks about how it is Peter is able to say, “It is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard!”\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-18T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/adf294af-f30d-4fb1-83ed-50785c7cc46f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":7922751,"duration_in_seconds":494}]},{"id":"03d00e9f-1a91-4b35-a0fd-e91a16d047ec","title":"Episode 39: Be Not Afraid: Pray for Your Parish Priests","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/39","content_text":"How does Jesus handle the fall of one of His chosen ministers? Today’s gospel shows forth His Mercy. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s gospel and shows us how Jesus handles the fall of Peter and invites us to pray for the priests in our life.","content_html":"

How does Jesus handle the fall of one of His chosen ministers? Today’s gospel shows forth His Mercy.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s gospel and shows us how Jesus handles the fall of Peter and invites us to pray for the priests in our life.

","summary":"How does Jesus handle the fall of one of His chosen ministers? Today’s gospel shows forth His Mercy. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks today’s gospel and shows us how Jesus handles the fall of Peter and invites us to pray for the priests in our life.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-17T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/03d00e9f-1a91-4b35-a0fd-e91a16d047ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":12749762,"duration_in_seconds":796}]},{"id":"69a55671-a818-4693-ad2f-d563e825880c","title":"Episode 38: Be Not Afraid: What Does Repentance Really Mean?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/38","content_text":"Why is the Church so hung up on repentance? Perhaps in these days God is giving us an opportunity to think about what really makes for a great life. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and teaches us both about the importance of seeing reality as it is and having our minds transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit.","content_html":"

Why is the Church so hung up on repentance? Perhaps in these days God is giving us an opportunity to think about what really makes for a great life.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and teaches us both about the importance of seeing reality as it is and having our minds transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit.

","summary":"Why is the Church so hung up on repentance? Perhaps in these days God is giving us an opportunity to think about what really makes for a great life. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open today’s Scriptures and teaches us both about the importance of seeing reality as it is and having our minds transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-16T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/69a55671-a818-4693-ad2f-d563e825880c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":6614957,"duration_in_seconds":413}]},{"id":"0ab887aa-fdc3-4524-96c2-1cf8fca9ffe2","title":"Episode 37: Be Not Afraid: Feast on the Word of God","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/37","content_text":"Are you in need of a reminder that the Church has always venerated the Scriptures even as She venerates the Body of the Lord? The Word of God is rich food! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks both yesterday’s and today’s Gospel and exhorts us to press into the Word of God and abide in the fellowship He’s inviting us to. ","content_html":"

Are you in need of a reminder that the Church has always venerated the Scriptures even as She venerates the Body of the Lord? The Word of God is rich food!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John unpacks both yesterday’s and today’s Gospel and exhorts us to press into the Word of God and abide in the fellowship He’s inviting us to.

","summary":"Are you in need of a reminder that the Church has always venerated the Scriptures even as She venerates the Body of the Lord? The Word of God is rich food! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John unpacks both yesterday’s and today’s Gospel and exhorts us to press into the Word of God and abide in the fellowship He’s inviting us to. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-15T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0ab887aa-fdc3-4524-96c2-1cf8fca9ffe2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10704688,"duration_in_seconds":668}]},{"id":"24274cd3-0e76-4195-b933-96f1b9f26088","title":"Episode 36: Be Not Afraid: Understanding the Passion of Jesus","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/36","content_text":"Enjoy a deeper dive into understanding the passion of Jesus by looking at Sacred Scripture and some rich commentary from the Early Church Fathers. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares some feedback from his listeners and speaks about how Sacred Scripture and the Early Church always understood the passion of Jesus. ","content_html":"

Enjoy a deeper dive into understanding the passion of Jesus by looking at Sacred Scripture and some rich commentary from the Early Church Fathers.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John shares some feedback from his listeners and speaks about how Sacred Scripture and the Early Church always understood the passion of Jesus.

","summary":"Enjoy a deeper dive into understanding the passion of Jesus by looking at Sacred Scripture and some rich commentary from the Early Church Fathers. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares some feedback from his listeners and speaks about how Sacred Scripture and the Early Church always understood the passion of Jesus. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-14T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/24274cd3-0e76-4195-b933-96f1b9f26088.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":13733220,"duration_in_seconds":858}]},{"id":"73b4ff31-1912-4252-83e2-083c6d654edf","title":"Episode 35: Easter: Jesus is Risen, There Is Work to Do!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/35","content_text":"What is the message of Easter and what can we do to make it believable in our days as it was in the early Church? The world needs your witness!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve Mitchell to the mic as they have a conversation about the life-changing news that is the Resurrection and how we can begin the work of building for the Kingdom of God.Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.","content_html":"

What is the message of Easter and what can we do to make it believable in our days as it was in the early Church? The world needs your witness!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve Mitchell to the mic as they have a conversation about the life-changing news that is the Resurrection and how we can begin the work of building for the Kingdom of God.

Special Guest: Dcn. Steve Mitchell.

","summary":"What is the message of Easter and what can we do to make it believable in our days as it was in the early Church? The world needs your witness!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary welcome Dcn. Steve Mitchell to the mic as they have a conversation about the life-changing news that is the Resurrection and how we can begin the work of building for the Kingdom of God.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-13T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/73b4ff31-1912-4252-83e2-083c6d654edf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":40949469,"duration_in_seconds":2559}]},{"id":"711f15a7-9249-4f68-a79c-49e146dbcf0f","title":"Episode 34: The Deceiver Has Been Deceived: Easter Vigil Homily, April 2019","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/34","content_text":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"The Deceiver Has Been Deceived,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed at the Easter Vigil in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","content_html":"

We are re-releasing this homily, "The Deceiver Has Been Deceived," that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed at the Easter Vigil in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.

","summary":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"The Deceiver Has Been Deceived,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed at the Easter Vigil in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","date_published":"2020-04-11T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/711f15a7-9249-4f68-a79c-49e146dbcf0f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":26868945,"duration_in_seconds":1343}]},{"id":"41b5b4e5-9389-418a-9884-d5e8e68554cf","title":"Episode 33: Something for Everyone: Good Friday Homily, April 2019","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/33","content_text":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"Something for Everyone,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Good Friday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","content_html":"

We are re-releasing this homily, "Something for Everyone," that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Good Friday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.

","summary":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"Something for Everyone,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Good Friday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","date_published":"2020-04-10T07:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/41b5b4e5-9389-418a-9884-d5e8e68554cf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":30735590,"duration_in_seconds":1536}]},{"id":"a4869931-558c-4f70-9011-dcb633d8803e","title":"Episode 32: The End of the Eclipse: Holy Thursday Homily, April 2019","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/32","content_text":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"The End of the Eclipse,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Holy Thursday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","content_html":"

We are re-releasing this homily, "The End of the Eclipse," that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Holy Thursday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.

","summary":"We are re-releasing this homily, \"The End of the Eclipse,\" that Fr John Riccardo proclaimed on Holy Thursday in April 2019 because we think it is more relevant now than when it was originally released.","date_published":"2020-04-09T06:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/a4869931-558c-4f70-9011-dcb633d8803e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":34885402,"duration_in_seconds":1744}]},{"id":"fd88a61e-a1be-440a-a2b0-0b1d12c48b03","title":"Episode 31: Be Not Afraid: You Don’t Need to Hide from the Lord!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/31","content_text":"Do you think Jesus died for the ideal you? No, He died for the real you!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to allow God to touch the memories of our past sins and wounds, and to celebrate in these days all Jesus has done for us on the cross and to know that it’s possible to begin again. ","content_html":"

Do you think Jesus died for the ideal you? No, He died for the real you!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John invites us to allow God to touch the memories of our past sins and wounds, and to celebrate in these days all Jesus has done for us on the cross and to know that it’s possible to begin again.

","summary":"Do you think Jesus died for the ideal you? No, He died for the real you!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John invites us to allow God to touch the memories of our past sins and wounds, and to celebrate in these days all Jesus has done for us on the cross and to know that it’s possible to begin again. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-08T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/fd88a61e-a1be-440a-a2b0-0b1d12c48b03.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10373246,"duration_in_seconds":648}]},{"id":"1af8ea0e-125b-4e18-8f7c-9b6e2096d83c","title":"Episode 30: Be Not Afraid: Jesus Didn’t Die for Crowds","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/30","content_text":"Do you know, really know, how valuable you are to God? You are worth dying for!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects upon his experience of celebrating Palm Sunday and invites us in these most holy days to ponder just how much we matter to God.","content_html":"

Do you know, really know, how valuable you are to God? You are worth dying for!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John reflects upon his experience of celebrating Palm Sunday and invites us in these most holy days to ponder just how much we matter to God.

","summary":"Do you know, really know, how valuable you are to God? You are worth dying for!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John reflects upon his experience of celebrating Palm Sunday and invites us in these most holy days to ponder just how much we matter to God.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-07T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1af8ea0e-125b-4e18-8f7c-9b6e2096d83c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8160570,"duration_in_seconds":509}]},{"id":"6064d1dc-4553-41f8-8fc1-acf7e8ed37bd","title":"Episode 29: A Holy Week Unlike Any Other ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/29","content_text":"Looking for some ways to celebrate Holy Week at home? There’s a lot you can do to make the most of these great days.\n\nIn this episode, Father John, Nick, and Mary share resources and ways we can celebrate Holy Week in our homes and enter more deeply into the mysteries we’re about to celebrate. ","content_html":"

Looking for some ways to celebrate Holy Week at home? There’s a lot you can do to make the most of these great days.

\n\n

In this episode, Father John, Nick, and Mary share resources and ways we can celebrate Holy Week in our homes and enter more deeply into the mysteries we’re about to celebrate.

","summary":"Looking for some ways to celebrate Holy Week at home? There’s a lot you can do to make the most of these great days.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Father John, Nick, and Mary share resources and ways we can celebrate Holy Week in our homes and enter more deeply into the mysteries we're about to celebrate. \r\n","date_published":"2020-04-06T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6064d1dc-4553-41f8-8fc1-acf7e8ed37bd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43612705,"duration_in_seconds":2725}]},{"id":"9ce19598-f72b-4a3d-9daa-d88720ed843a","title":"Episode 28: Be Not Afraid: Hungry?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/28","content_text":"Is the Lord awakening within you a renewed desire for the Eucharist? In these days of waiting, trust He will sate your hunger.\n\nIn this episode, against the backdrop of Deuteronomy 8:3, Fr. John talks about how the Lord is intensifying our hunger for the Eucharist as we walk through our own wilderness, offering us something practical to do in the holy days ahead.","content_html":"

Is the Lord awakening within you a renewed desire for the Eucharist? In these days of waiting, trust He will sate your hunger.

\n\n

In this episode, against the backdrop of Deuteronomy 8:3, Fr. John talks about how the Lord is intensifying our hunger for the Eucharist as we walk through our own wilderness, offering us something practical to do in the holy days ahead.

","summary":"Is the Lord awakening within you a renewed desire for the Eucharist? In these days of waiting, trust He will sate your hunger.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, against the backdrop of Deuteronomy 8:3, Fr. John talks about how the Lord is intensifying our hunger for the Eucharist as we walk through our own wilderness, offering us something practical to do in the holy days ahead.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-04T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/9ce19598-f72b-4a3d-9daa-d88720ed843a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":9777654,"duration_in_seconds":610}]},{"id":"99ab7bf6-b642-4a74-ac23-e96500fa67da","title":"Episode 27: Be Not Afraid: Probing, Petition, and Praise","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/27","content_text":"What are you wrestling with in the midst of the pandemic? Bring your struggles before the Father and don’t forget to praise Him!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open Jeremiah 20:10-13 and applies the Word to our lives in these days of trial and suffering, exhorting us to praise God, the One who rescues.","content_html":"

What are you wrestling with in the midst of the pandemic? Bring your struggles before the Father and don’t forget to praise Him!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John breaks open Jeremiah 20:10-13 and applies the Word to our lives in these days of trial and suffering, exhorting us to praise God, the One who rescues.

","summary":"What are you wrestling with in the midst of the pandemic? Bring your struggles before the Father and don’t forget to praise Him!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John breaks open Jeremiah 20:10-13 and applies the Word to our lives in these days of trial and suffering, exhorting us to praise God, the One who rescues.\r\n","date_published":"2020-04-03T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/99ab7bf6-b642-4a74-ac23-e96500fa67da.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8389194,"duration_in_seconds":524}]},{"id":"1cb691c7-a04f-49ac-8e61-c4a9b5e1e688","title":"Episode 26: Be Not Afraid: History and Tapestries","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/26","content_text":"Wondering if God knows what’s going on and if He even cares? Even amidst a pandemic, God can and will bring great good from it. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John opens up Sacred Scripture to show us how God steps onto the stage of human history in the Person of Jesus and by His death and resurrection releases us from sin and death and calls us to be agents of re-creation. ","content_html":"

Wondering if God knows what’s going on and if He even cares? Even amidst a pandemic, God can and will bring great good from it.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John opens up Sacred Scripture to show us how God steps onto the stage of human history in the Person of Jesus and by His death and resurrection releases us from sin and death and calls us to be agents of re-creation.

","summary":"Wondering if God knows what’s going on and if He even cares? Even amidst a pandemic, God can and will bring great good from it. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John opens up Sacred Scripture to show us how God steps onto the stage of human history in the Person of Jesus and by His death and resurrection releases us from sin and death and calls us to be agents of re-creation. ","date_published":"2020-04-02T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/1cb691c7-a04f-49ac-8e61-c4a9b5e1e688.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":11655963,"duration_in_seconds":728}]},{"id":"b1ee78da-2711-4086-8f3a-511a5f144b8c","title":"Episode 25: Be Not Afraid: Repentance to Restoration","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/25","content_text":"How is God’s restoration project coming along in your life in these late days of Lent? Remember, you’re a beautiful masterpiece and He wants to recreate you to be all you are meant to be. \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John returns to an image he shared early in Lent and talks about how the pandemic may be revealing the cracks, chips and flaws in our lives and reminds us that God is in the restoration business.","content_html":"

How is God’s restoration project coming along in your life in these late days of Lent? Remember, you’re a beautiful masterpiece and He wants to recreate you to be all you are meant to be.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John returns to an image he shared early in Lent and talks about how the pandemic may be revealing the cracks, chips and flaws in our lives and reminds us that God is in the restoration business.

","summary":"How is God’s restoration project coming along in your life in these late days of Lent? Remember, you’re a beautiful masterpiece and He wants to recreate you to be all you are meant to be. \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John returns to an image he shared early in Lent and talks about how the pandemic may be revealing the cracks, chips and flaws in our lives and reminds us that God is in the restoration business.","date_published":"2020-04-01T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/b1ee78da-2711-4086-8f3a-511a5f144b8c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":9777654,"duration_in_seconds":610}]},{"id":"3b53f829-c272-41d5-aa61-8f2d7f2c5fab","title":"Episode 24: Be Not Afraid: Jesus is Lord!","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/24","content_text":"Looking for certainty in these uncertain days? Here’s a few questions to take to prayer. Just wait until you hear the answers!\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John poses a set of questions to us around who Jesus is and what He was doing on the Cross.","content_html":"

Looking for certainty in these uncertain days? Here’s a few questions to take to prayer. Just wait until you hear the answers!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John poses a set of questions to us around who Jesus is and what He was doing on the Cross.

","summary":"Looking for certainty in these uncertain days? Here’s a few questions to take to prayer. Just wait until you hear the answers!\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John poses a set of questions to us around who Jesus is and what He was doing on the Cross.\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-31T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/3b53f829-c272-41d5-aa61-8f2d7f2c5fab.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8637044,"duration_in_seconds":539}]},{"id":"36d63f7e-e278-4c8a-bbba-f31497ab8073","title":"Episode 23: Make Time For Real Conversations","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/23","content_text":"How are you doing in this crisis? There’s never been a more important time to be honest and vulnerable with each other.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak honestly about how they’re doing in this pandemic and try to model some conversations we can have in our own lives. ","content_html":"

How are you doing in this crisis? There’s never been a more important time to be honest and vulnerable with each other.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak honestly about how they’re doing in this pandemic and try to model some conversations we can have in our own lives.

","summary":"How are you doing in this crisis? There’s never been a more important time to be honest and vulnerable with each other.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John, Nick, and Mary speak honestly about how they’re doing in this pandemic and try to model some conversations we can have in our own lives. \r\n","date_published":"2020-03-30T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/36d63f7e-e278-4c8a-bbba-f31497ab8073.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":38975866,"duration_in_seconds":2435}]},{"id":"25484d0c-cecc-4da5-bbf6-213671da4e13","title":"Episode 22: Be Not Afraid: Story time with Fleming Rutledge","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/22","content_text":"Does everything seem different this Lent? Perhaps it's because the Lent we receive is often far better than the Lent we choose.\n\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares a rich reflection from Fleming Rutledge’s book, The Undoing of Death, inviting us to prepare for Holy Week like never before. ","content_html":"

Does everything seem different this Lent? Perhaps it's because the Lent we receive is often far better than the Lent we choose.

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John shares a rich reflection from Fleming Rutledge’s book, The Undoing of Death, inviting us to prepare for Holy Week like never before.

","summary":"Does everything seem different this Lent? Perhaps it's because the Lent we receive is often far better than the Lent we choose.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John shares a rich reflection from Fleming Rutledge’s book, “The Undoing of Death,” inviting us to prepare for Holy Week like never before. \r\n","date_published":"2020-03-28T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/25484d0c-cecc-4da5-bbf6-213671da4e13.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10229468,"duration_in_seconds":639}]},{"id":"d2085c0b-4c03-4004-b86b-4ed031b1ddb9","title":"Episode 21: Be Not Afraid: A Lesson from Turkeys","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/21","content_text":"What can creation teach us about God and worship? \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John encourages us to find a way today to get in front of the Lord and render unto Him what He is due.","content_html":"

What can creation teach us about God and worship?

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John encourages us to find a way today to get in front of the Lord and render unto Him what He is due.

","summary":"What can creation teach us about God and worship? \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John encourages us to find a way today to get in front of the Lord and render unto Him what He is due.","date_published":"2020-03-27T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/d2085c0b-4c03-4004-b86b-4ed031b1ddb9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":7613880,"duration_in_seconds":475}]},{"id":"ea8c9702-f45c-49db-a1d2-be398cb86da1","title":"Episode 20: Be Not Afraid: The Importance of the House Church ","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/20","content_text":"Want to learn how families can celebrate the upcoming holy days together at home? These days are an opportune time to step into the role as the first teachers of the faith.\n\nIn this episode, Father John helps to equip parents to celebrate the upcoming holy days at home with their families.","content_html":"

Want to learn how families can celebrate the upcoming holy days together at home? These days are an opportune time to step into the role as the first teachers of the faith.

\n\n

In this episode, Father John helps to equip parents to celebrate the upcoming holy days at home with their families.

","summary":"Want to learn how families can celebrate the upcoming holy days together at home? These days are an opportune time to step into the role as the first teachers of the faith.\r\n\r\nIn this episode, Father John helps to equip parents to celebrate the upcoming holy days at home with their families.\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-26T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/ea8c9702-f45c-49db-a1d2-be398cb86da1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":13391748,"duration_in_seconds":836}]},{"id":"0dd12626-77f4-4723-9676-5efe48ce30d9","title":"Episode 19: Be Not Afraid: Mary Wasn’t","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/19","content_text":"Want to be great? Reach out to someone today with kindness and let the Lord write history through you! \n\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about Our Lady on this Solemnity of the Annunciation and reminds us that Mary was born for her time and we were born for these times.","content_html":"

Want to be great? Reach out to someone today with kindness and let the Lord write history through you!

\n\n

In this episode, Fr. John speaks about Our Lady on this Solemnity of the Annunciation and reminds us that Mary was born for her time and we were born for these times.

","summary":"Want to be great? Reach out to someone today with kindness and let the Lord write history through you! \r\n\r\nIn this episode, Fr. John speaks about Our Lady on this Solemnity of the Annunciation and reminds us that Mary was born for her time and we were born for these times.","date_published":"2020-03-25T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0dd12626-77f4-4723-9676-5efe48ce30d9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8493684,"duration_in_seconds":530}]},{"id":"71b0db5b-0044-4537-9850-55fd73b9e5a0","title":"Episode 18: Be Not Afraid: God is Our Refuge and Strength","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/18","content_text":"What storms are raging in your life during this pandemic? Let God quell them with His presence.\n\nIn this podcast, Fr. John reflects on Psalms 46 and invites us to place before the Lord our anxiety, unrest, and fear and to experience anew who God is.","content_html":"

What storms are raging in your life during this pandemic? Let God quell them with His presence.

\n\n

In this podcast, Fr. John reflects on Psalms 46 and invites us to place before the Lord our anxiety, unrest, and fear and to experience anew who God is.

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In today’s podcast, Father John, Nick and Mary discuss what is the appropriate response to all that Jesus has done for us.

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What time will your domestic church gather today?

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Our race got infected with Sin and Death and only Jesus has the cure, the remedy. How should we thank Him today?

","summary":"Our race got infected with Sin and Death and only Jesus has the cure, the remedy. How should we thank Him today?","date_published":"2020-03-20T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/376195ef-5a08-4f17-affe-d7c4650ef013.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":13011405,"duration_in_seconds":812}]},{"id":"edc1a149-3948-47e9-94c8-f97c6ddea8e7","title":"Episode 14: Be Not Afraid: Plans Changed?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/14","content_text":"St. Joseph is the model for these times when all of our plans get turned upside down. ","content_html":"

St. Joseph is the model for these times when all of our plans get turned upside down.

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Even though most of us are unable to be nourished by the Eucharist, God is still offering us His spiritual food through His Word.

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The gospel today encourages us to use this surreal time to understand not only how much God has forgiven us, but how absolutely essential it is to forgive one another no matter what.

\n\n

Be Not Afraid Series: Forgive!

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In this episode, Fr. John speaks about what God may be saying to us in these unprecedented days, inviting us to identify the idols in our lives and encouraging us to repent, make reparation and be witnesses to others so as to bring hope to the world.

","summary":"In this episode, Fr. John speaks about what God may be saying to us in these unprecedented days, inviting us to identify the idols in our lives and encouraging us to repent, make reparation and be witnesses to others so as to bring hope to the world. \r\n\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-17T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/c54bc41e-3882-4287-a102-d47fb20f0099.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":15270056,"duration_in_seconds":954}]},{"id":"824a8d81-574b-4cb2-8a2f-b53ecffc3ea7","title":"Episode 10: Rescued, Part Two: What Difference Does It Make?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/10","content_text":"In this episode, we finish breaking open the third part of kerygma, where we talk about the death and resurrection of Jesus and the difference it makes in our lives.","content_html":"

In this episode, we finish breaking open the third part of kerygma, where we talk about the death and resurrection of Jesus and the difference it makes in our lives.

","summary":"In this episode, we finish breaking open the third part of kerygma, where we talk about the death and resurrection of Jesus and the difference it makes in our lives. \r\n","date_published":"2020-03-16T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/824a8d81-574b-4cb2-8a2f-b53ecffc3ea7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":38215180,"duration_in_seconds":2388}]},{"id":"5f81d05e-e096-4016-b239-607e1b3e97a9","title":"Episode 9: Lenten Bonus: Week Two","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/9","content_text":"In this bonus podcast, Fr. John speaks a word of hope in these uncertain times.","content_html":"

In this bonus podcast, Fr. John speaks a word of hope in these uncertain times.

","summary":"In this bonus podcast, Fr. John speaks a word of hope in these uncertain times.\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-13T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/5f81d05e-e096-4016-b239-607e1b3e97a9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10871454,"duration_in_seconds":679}]},{"id":"4727d958-8922-4f94-831c-419212e2c0d4","title":"Episode 8: Lent, Week One Bonus: An image to consider for the season of Lent.","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/8","content_text":"In this brief reflection, Father John offers us an image to consider praying with to help us in these first days of Lent.","content_html":"

In this brief reflection, Father John offers us an image to consider praying with to help us in these first days of Lent.

","summary":"In this brief reflection, Father John offers us an image to consider praying with to help us in these first days of Lent.\r\n\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-07T11:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/4727d958-8922-4f94-831c-419212e2c0d4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":4974467,"duration_in_seconds":310}]},{"id":"0f32017d-ab7a-429d-a05a-9cec667f088c","title":"Episode 7: Rescued, Part One: God’s Shocking and Unexpected Response to Sin","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/7","content_text":"In this episode, we begin to break open the third part of kerygma, which we entitle, “Rescued: God’s Shocking and Unexpected Response to Sin.\"","content_html":"

In this episode, we begin to break open the third part of kerygma, which we entitle, “Rescued: God’s Shocking and Unexpected Response to Sin."

","summary":"In this episode, we begin to break open the third part of kerygma, which we entitle, “Rescued: God’s Shocking and Unexpected Response to Sin.\"\r\n","date_published":"2020-03-06T13:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0f32017d-ab7a-429d-a05a-9cec667f088c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":37240081,"duration_in_seconds":2327}]},{"id":"020fd5a3-941d-4379-ba2b-de4ba29b47cc","title":"Episode 6: Lenten Bonus","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/6","content_text":"Father John prepares us for Lent by inviting us to answer six crucial questions to take to prayer.","content_html":"

Father John prepares us for Lent by inviting us to answer six crucial questions to take to prayer.

","summary":"Father John prepares us for Lent by inviting us to answer six crucial questions to take to prayer.\r\n","date_published":"2020-02-25T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/020fd5a3-941d-4379-ba2b-de4ba29b47cc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":10657458,"duration_in_seconds":665}]},{"id":"0a1577c9-09bb-4f67-a87b-fce0a34b1575","title":"Episode 5: Captured: What the Hell Happened?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/5","content_text":"In this episode, we begin to break open the second part of kerygma, which we simply entitle, ‘captured’ or more directly, ‘what the hell happened’ and we mean it. This is what we might call the bad news without which the gospel seems to be just news and not good news. But because the bad news is so bad, the gospel is indeed extraordinary news. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","content_html":"

In this episode, we begin to break open the second part of kerygma, which we simply entitle, ‘captured’ or more directly, ‘what the hell happened’ and we mean it. This is what we might call the bad news without which the gospel seems to be just news and not good news. But because the bad news is so bad, the gospel is indeed extraordinary news. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack

","summary":"In this episode, we begin to break open the second part of kerygma, which we simply entitle, ‘captured’ or more directly, ‘what the hell happened’ and we mean it. This is what we might call the bad news without which the gospel seems to be just news and not good news. But because the bad news is so bad, the gospel is indeed extraordinary news. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","date_published":"2020-02-13T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/0a1577c9-09bb-4f67-a87b-fce0a34b1575.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":37549371,"duration_in_seconds":2346}]},{"id":"112d973b-c5da-4c04-8896-8c87a0d56b7b","title":"Episode 4: Created: Your Image of God Is Too Small","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/4","content_text":"In this episode, we begin to break open the first part of the kerygma, which we simply entitle ‘created.’ The grace to ask for in pondering the first part of the kerygma is wonder and trust as we consider how big God is. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","content_html":"

In this episode, we begin to break open the first part of the kerygma, which we simply entitle ‘created.’ The grace to ask for in pondering the first part of the kerygma is wonder and trust as we consider how big God is. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack

","summary":"In this episode, we begin to break open the first part of the kerygma, which we simply entitle ‘created.’ The grace to ask for in pondering the first part of the kerygma is wonder and trust as we consider how big God is. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","date_published":"2020-01-27T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/112d973b-c5da-4c04-8896-8c87a0d56b7b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":32175670,"duration_in_seconds":2010}]},{"id":"6f829f86-dfcc-4c4b-969a-02014489de30","title":"Episode 3: Why Aren't More Catholics Overwhelmed by the Gospel?","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/3","content_text":"In this episode, we talk about why more Catholics aren’t overwhelmed by the gospel and sets the table to break open the kerygma in the next series of podcasts. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","content_html":"

In this episode, we talk about why more Catholics aren’t overwhelmed by the gospel and sets the table to break open the kerygma in the next series of podcasts. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack

","summary":"In this episode, we talk about why more Catholics aren’t overwhelmed by the gospel and sets the table to break open the kerygma in the next series of podcasts. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack\r\n","date_published":"2020-01-17T10:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/6f829f86-dfcc-4c4b-969a-02014489de30.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":34149273,"duration_in_seconds":2134}]},{"id":"92946645-92f9-46f8-b490-ebe57978b9c8","title":"Episode 2: BONUS: The Gospel is Power","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/2","content_text":"In this podcast, Fr. John Riccardo, Nick Jorgensen, and Mary Guilfoyle talk about the importance of understanding that the gospel is power, most especially as we prepare to preach the gospel this Christmas. \n\nDisclaimer: this episode is a bit longer than our typical episode given the topic and the nearness of Christmas.\n\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/why-are-catholic-homilies-so-short-and-light-on-scripture\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-catholic-homily","content_html":"

In this podcast, Fr. John Riccardo, Nick Jorgensen, and Mary Guilfoyle talk about the importance of understanding that the gospel is power, most especially as we prepare to preach the gospel this Christmas.

\n\n

Disclaimer: this episode is a bit longer than our typical episode given the topic and the nearness of Christmas.

\n\n

https://www.ncregister.com/blog/why-are-catholic-homilies-so-short-and-light-on-scripture
\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-catholic-homily

","summary":"In this podcast, Fr. John Riccardo, Nick Jorgensen, and Mary Guilfoyle talk about the importance of understanding that the gospel is power, most especially as we prepare to preach the gospel this Christmas. \r\n\r\nDisclaimer: this episode is a bit longer than our typical episode given the topic and the nearness of Christmas.","date_published":"2019-12-22T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/92946645-92f9-46f8-b490-ebe57978b9c8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43089420,"duration_in_seconds":2692}]},{"id":"688c150f-f20d-4130-a64d-c183610a62e3","title":"Episode 1: A Crisis of Hope","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/1","content_text":"In this inaugural podcast, ACTS XXIX tackles the questions who are they, what do they do, and why and intending in the process to instill hope in the Lordship of Jesus and your unique role in the world today. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack\n\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/why-are-catholic-homilies-so-short-and-light-on-scripture\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-catholic-homily","content_html":"

In this inaugural podcast, ACTS XXIX tackles the questions who are they, what do they do, and why and intending in the process to instill hope in the Lordship of Jesus and your unique role in the world today. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack

\n\n

https://www.ncregister.com/blog/why-are-catholic-homilies-so-short-and-light-on-scripture
\nhttps://www.ncregister.com/blog/what-is-the-purpose-of-a-catholic-homily

","summary":"In this inaugural podcast, ACTS XXIX tackles the questions who are they, what do they do, and why and intending in the process to instill hope in the Lordship of Jesus and your unique role in the world today. #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","date_published":"2019-12-21T08:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/688c150f-f20d-4130-a64d-c183610a62e3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":32294370,"duration_in_seconds":2018}]},{"id":"7eaa7e8b-e4b3-45db-afe0-bac8923e1f27","title":"Promo: You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo","url":"https://youwerebornforthis.actsxxix.org/promo","content_text":"Fr. John Riccardo introduces the new ACTS XXIX podcast, \"You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo.\"\n #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","content_html":"

Fr. John Riccardo introduces the new ACTS XXIX podcast, "You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo."
\n #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack

","summary":"Fr. John Riccardo introduces the new ACTS XXIX podcast, \"You Were Born for This with Father John Riccardo.\"\r\n #YouWereBornForThis, #GodWantsHisWorldBack","date_published":"2019-12-16T10:15:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/35FDBE/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/00bdeaf7-e246-4bad-8523-c80070b3d2da/7eaa7e8b-e4b3-45db-afe0-bac8923e1f27.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":1740717,"duration_in_seconds":108}]}]}