Fr. John Riccardo's Podcasts

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January 25, 2009-10 AM Mass at OLGC Jan 25, 2009

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While considering today's readings for The Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul, Fr. Riccardo reflects on the life of St. Paul and reminds the congregation that, "Regardless of our past, no one is disqualified from becoming a saint and living a truly great and heroic life."

Catholicism for Cradle Catholics-Sacraments 2 Jan 22, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo discusses Baptism in this second session of a series of talks on The Sacraments for the Catholicism for Cradle Catholics series. The outline referenced in this podcast may be downloaded here.

January 17, 2009-4 PM Mass at OLGC Jan 18, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo reflects on today's Gospel of John while posing the questions that Jesus' asked of Andrew and John, "What are you looking for? What do you want?"

Catholicism for Cradle Catholics-Sacraments 1 Jan 15, 2009

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Fr. Riccardo addresses The Sacraments: What Difference Do They Really Make? in this first session of a series of talks on The Sacraments for the Catholicism for Cradle Catholics series.

January 3, 2009-4 PM Mass at OLGC Jan 03, 2009

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In this homily for the Feast of the Epiphany, Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to lead lives of faith that will lead others to Christ. Fr. John also reflects on the life of his friend, Mrs. Pat McDonald.

Feast of Mary, Mother of God Jan 02, 2009

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In this homily for the Feast of Mary, Mother of God, Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to set a goal for the new year to pray the rosary daily for the many needs of our parish, our families, and the world.

Christmas 2008-10 AM Mass at OLGC Dec 25, 2008

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In his homily for Christmas, Fr. Riccardo encourages the congregation to use the evidence of history to study the person of Jesus (His life, His death, and His resurrection) in order to learn the good news of His story.

December 21, 2008-8 AM Mass at OLGC Dec 21, 2008

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In this homily for the fourth Sunday of Advent, Fr. Riccardo asks the congregation to resolve to pray for each other daily in these times of uncertainty.

December 7, 2008-Noon Mass at OLGC Dec 08, 2008

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In this homily for the second Sunday of Advent, Fr. Riccardo discusses the importance of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

November 29, 2008-4 PM Mass at OLGC Nov 29, 2008

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While reflecting on the readings for this first Sunday of Advent, Fr. Riccardo reminds the congregation that God is a faithful Father who is attentive to our needs and who keeps His promises.