Fr. John Riccardo's Podcasts

Latest Episodes:

Men's Fellowship Group-Faith Under Attack May 21, 2009

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On May 19th, Fr. Riccardo spoke to the Men's Fellowship Group of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish concerning the faith challenges that young men and women face during their college years. In this talk titled Faith Under Attack, Fr. John offers his insights on keeping the faith while in college.

May 10, 2009-10 AM Mass at OLGC May 10, 2009

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In this homily for Mothers' Day, Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to persevere in love of God just as a mother shows steadfast perseverance in the love of her children.

May 3, 2009-12 Noon Mass at OLGC May 04, 2009

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While reflecting on today's scripture readings, Fr. Riccardo asks the congregation, "Do you know who you are?"

May 1, 2009-Streamer Day Mass Homily May 02, 2009

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Each year Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish School celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Good Counsel with a Streamer Day mass to recognize the eighth grade students who will soon complete their final studies at the elementary school. Fr. Riccardo's homily from this year's mass is presented here in video format. The homily should play in iTunes or using Apple's QuickTime software.

April 19, 2009-Homily for Divine Mercy Sunday Apr 19, 2009

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In this homily from the 10 AM mass, Fr. Riccardo reminds the congregation that God is merciful. He encourages the congregation to trust in His forgiveness and to take time today to praise God for all that he has done for us.

April 11, 2009-Easter Vigil Homily Apr 12, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo reminds the congregation that the events of Holy Week are all real. In this homily from the Easter Vigil Mass, Fr. John encourages us to make a real response to the resurrection of Jesus.

April 4, 2009-Palm Sunday Homily from 4 PM Mass at OLGC Apr 04, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo offers the congregation tangible suggestions in preparation for Holy Week in this homily for Palm Sunday.

March 29, 2009-8 AM Mass at OLGC Mar 29, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to extend mercy to one another in this homily from the 8 AM mass.

March 22, 2009-10 AM Mass at OLGC Mar 22, 2009

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While reflecting on John's Gospel account of Jesus's healing of the blind man, Fr. Riccardo offers suggestions on how our eyes may be opened up to see the extraordinary love of God.

March 7, 2009-4 PM Mass at OLGC Mar 08, 2009

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While considering the readings of the day, Fr. Riccardo tells the congregation to remain hopeful during times of discouragement. Fr. John reminds the audience that God will not abandon them during the difficult times they face.