God's Playbook

Send us Fan Mail Happy feast day, friends! Today on God’s Playbook, we’re celebrating the Nativity of St. John the Baptist — one of only three birthdays the Church marks in the liturgical year! We’ll reflect on why this day is so meaningful, especially for our French-Canadian listeners who know it as la fête de Saint-Jean-Baptiste. From the miracle of his birth to his powerful mission of preparing...

Send us Fan Mail Graduation season is here, and today on God’s Playbook, we’re taking a moment to celebrate this special milestone—whether it’s kindergarten, high school, college, or beyond! Father Rico reflects on how graduations aren’t just about diplomas, but about growth, gratitude, and God’s grace at work in our lives. We look back on the lessons learned, the people who helped along the way,...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we step into the spiritual classroom to reflect on Christ as our one true Teacher and ourselves as His students. Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew, Fr. Rico explores the significance of allowing Jesus—not ourselves or others—to set the standard, offer instruction, and guide our growth in faith. With the imagery of school life, we’re reminded that discipleship...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're reflecting on the gift of work—how God blesses us with the ability to earn a living, develop our talents, and care for ourselves and others. Whether you're employed, underemployed, or seeking meaningful work, this episode reminds us that our jobs are not just about income—they're opportunities to serve, grow, and give thanks. Join Fr. Rico as we explore...

Send us Fan Mail Today we continue our mini-series on the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we look towards Self-Control. What is self-control? How do we exhibit self-control? Let us discuss this more in today's episode alongside Fr. Rico.   Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984653/support Ko-Fi: https://k...

Send us Fan Mail Today we finish the last of the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we look at Chastity. What is Chastity? How do we exhibit Chastity? Do we live a chaste life? Let's discuss this alongside Fr. Rico on today's podcast episode.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984653/support Ko-Fi: htt...

Send us Fan Mail We look towards our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today, let's examine the Fruit of Modesty. What is modesty? Do we present ourselves as a modest person? Do we live a modest life? Let's discuss this more in today's podcast episode.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.c...

Send us Fan Mail We continue our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit as we explore the Fruit of Faithfulness.  As Christians, we are called to be faithful to God. God should be the center of our lives.  Let's learn more alongside Fr. Rico.   Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1984653/support Ko-Fi:...

Send us Fan Mail We continue our Fruits of the Holy Spirit, today, we talk about the Fruit of Gentleness. Gentleness refers to sensitivity to another person. We should also be concerned about another's welfare, their safety, and their security. Gentleness is grounded in true humility.  Let's learn more alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we continue our deep dive into the Fruits of the Holy Spirit in God's Playbook. Today we discuss the Fruit of Generosity. We are called to extend ourselves to all people especially the most needy. Are we willing to extend food, clothing, time, or any assistance somebody needs? Let's discuss this more alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! S...

Send us Fan Mail Today we continue our mini-series on the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. When we think of goodness, it isn't just about doing good, in regards to morals. We must constantly seek the good according to God's standards and what's right for others. Goodness speaks of day-to-day decisions, actions, and behaviours in our daily lives. Let's continue to dialogue more on tod...

Send us Fan Mail Today we continue our mini-series, on the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Do we show Kindness to others? Do we model the kindness that God shows to us? All of us are called to live with kindness. How did you feel when someone showed you kindness? Let us explore more in today's podcast alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our lin...

Send us Fan Mail Today we continue the mini-series on the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Today we reflect upon the fruit of Patience. Patience as a fruit of the Holy Spirit referees to treating others with thoughtfulness and tolerance. Do we have patience for others? Let's discuss this more on today's podcast alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any...

Send us Fan Mail Today we continue our mini-series of the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today, we focus on Peace. Peace is an important fruit of the Holy Spirit. Through prayer and worship, we experience peace and try to spread this worldwide. What is the Peace that God gives? Do you have peace with yourself? Let's discuss this more in today's podcast episode.  Support the show Thank you fo...

Send us Fan Mail Today as we continue our mini-series on the fruits of the Holy Spirit we look towards Joy. What does Joy mean? Where does Joy come from? What is the Joy of Jesus? How can we be more Joyful and how do we share this Joy? Let's hear and explore more about Joy with Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Buzzsprout: https://ww...

Send us Fan Mail In addition to the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit, there are also 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit. Today we start the mini-series on the 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit beginning with Charity. What does Charity mean? How do we express Charity? How do we model Charity? Let's explore more about Charity on today's podcast episode alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for li...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of God's Playbook, Father Rico concludes the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the gift of fortitude. Discover how this gift gives us the courage and strength to choose what is right, resist temptation, and remain faithful to God even when doing so is difficult. Through practical examples from everyday life, listeners are encouraged to rely o...

Send us Fan Mail Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. We as the Church believe the Eucharist is the source and summit of our life. Every time we come to mass, the bread and wine are coinfected into the body and blood of Jesus. Let's talk about this more today alongside Fr. Rico.  Support the show Thank you for listening! Support us using any of our links below: Bu...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of God's Playbook, Father Rico continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the gift of piety. Discover how this often-overlooked gift helps us grow in reverence for God, deepen our prayer life, honour others as children of God, and live our Catholic faith with greater love and authenticity. Join us as we reflect on practical ways to culti...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode of God’s Playbook continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit with a look at The Gift of Good Counsel, also known as right judgment. Fr. Rico explains how this powerful gift helps believers discern God’s will, make wise and moral decisions, and choose what is right even when it is difficult. Through examples from Scripture and everyday life, listeners...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we continue the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring The Gift of the Fear of the Lord. Fr. Rico explains that this gift is not about being afraid of God, but about having a deep sense of wonder, awe, reverence, and trust in His greatness, love, and mercy. Through Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, and everyday examples of God’s beauty and power, listeners a...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Fr. Rico continues the series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Knowledge. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how this gift helps believers recognize the difference between right and wrong, make faith-filled decisions, and stay on the path of justice. Through prayer, Scripture, and a deeper relationship with God, l...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode Fr. Rico continues his series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Understanding. Drawing from the teachings of Saint Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how this gift helps us see God’s presence, purpose, and truth more clearly in everyday life. Listeners are encouraged to look beyond surface circumstances and deepen their faith by viewing life t...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico begins a special series on The Gifts of the Holy Spirit by exploring the Gift of Wisdom. Drawing on the teachings of Saint Thomas Aquinas, he reflects on how true wisdom goes beyond knowledge and helps us see life through God’s eyes. This episode encourages listeners to seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance in making holy choices, growing c...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Fr. Rico reflects on the beauty and mystery of the Most Holy Trinity — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, three Persons in one God. He explores how the Trinity is present in every part of Catholic life, from prayer and the sacraments to the Sign of the Cross and the Mass itself. This episode is an invitation to go deeper in faith, grow closer to God, and stand in aw...