God's Playbook

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode takes us back to Mount Sinai as we hear God give Moses the Ten Commandments—rules not meant to restrict us, but to guide us. Just like a good coach gives a game plan for success, God gives us these commandments as a framework for holiness. They help us grow in our relationship with Him and with each other. Let’s revisit these divine laws and ask ourselves: are we u...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we journey with Moses to Mount Sinai, where thunder shook the mountain and fire revealed God’s powerful presence. The Church invites us to reflect on this awe-filled encounter and how it mirrors what happens at every Mass—where the priest, like Moses, stands as a bridge between God and His people. Whether it’s a grand cathedral or a small parish church, every t...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Birthday, Church! Today we celebrate Pentecost—the day the Holy Spirit came upon Mary and the apostles, and the day the Church was born. Just like the apostles in the upper room, we may feel fear or hesitation, but the Holy Spirit meets us there, ready to renew and send us out with joy and courage. So let’s celebrate with gratitude, passion, and fire in our hearts—because th...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is all about sacred space—because when Moses met God in the burning bush, he was standing on holy ground… and so are we every time we walk into church. Just like Moses, we’re called to recognize the presence of God and respond with reverence and awe. Church isn’t just a place to gather—it’s God’s house, where heaven touches earth. Let’s explore what it means to tre...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever caught yourself thinking you know exactly what God should do next? In today’s episode, we’re diving into St. Paul’s letter to the Romans, where we’re reminded just how deep, rich, and beyond us God’s wisdom truly is. We explore what it means to trust in God’s bigger picture—even when we don’t fully understand it—and how we can grow in faith by leaning into humility....

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're asking a big question—what’s heaven worth to ya? In the Gospel, Jesus uses powerful images to show us just how precious the kingdom of heaven really is—like treasure in a field or a pearl of great price. It’s not about giving up everything just for the sake of sacrifice, but recognizing that heaven is worth everything we have. So let’s reflect together on the way...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re diving into the Ten Commandments as we go through the book of Exodus. These aren’t just rules meant to restrict us—they’re God’s way of guiding us, shaping our hearts, and helping us stay on the right path. Think of them like a spiritual game plan, giving us clarity on how to live well with God and with others. So let’s take a fresh look at these commandments and ask...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're taking a closer look at something we often do without thinking—prayer. In the daily readings, Jesus gives us the Lord’s Prayer, and it's the perfect chance to reflect: Am I actually paying attention to what I’m saying when I pray? We're diving into how being truly present in our prayer—not just going through the motions—can deepen our relationship with G...

Send us Fan Mail Yesterday was the Feast of the Ascension, and today we’re talking about how it’s celebrated a bit differently in Canada and the U.S. While American Catholics go to Mass on Ascension Thursday, Canadian Catholics celebrate it on the following Sunday. It’s not about winning gold medals—just a difference in how our bishops guide us through the liturgical year. No matter the day, the A...

Send us Fan Mail Following yesterday’s reflection on religious sisters, today’s episode of God’s Playbook focuses on the often unsung heroes of the Church—religious brothers. These men are not priests, but they dedicate their lives to prayer, community, and service through a vocation to religious life. Whether teaching, working in retreat ministries, or living in monasteries and houses of prayer,...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we delve into the distinctive and profound role of religious sisters within the Church. Building on our recent conversation about monasteries, convents, and cloisters, we now turn to the everyday mission and vocation of religious women. From founding schools and hospitals to teaching the faith, praying in community, and serving those most in n...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Father Rico follows up on yesterday’s discussion of monasteries by exploring the rich meaning and purpose of a convent. Often associated with religious sisters or nuns, convents are sacred spaces where women live in community, united by a shared spirituality and a deep commitment to prayer, charity, and simplicity. From active convents to encl...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Father Rico explores the meaning and purpose of a monastery—a sacred space where monks or nuns dedicate their lives to prayer, work, and community. Drawing from the example of Saint Bonaventure and others, we learn how monasteries are built to foster deep spiritual devotion while remaining largely apart from the world. Whether through praying...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we dive into the question: What is a diocese? We explore how the Catholic Church is structured around the world, with each acre of land falling under a specific diocese led by a bishop. Father Rico explains the vital role dioceses play in caring for the spiritual needs of both Catholics and the wider community, using his own Diocese of St. Cat...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr Rico reflects on John 13:12–20 and the powerful moment when Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. This act of humble service is more than a symbolic gesture—it’s a model for how we are called to serve others with joy, not reluctance. Jesus reminds us that true leadership is rooted in humility and love, and that we are never greater than t...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, Fr. Rico introduces us to a deeply moving and ancient prayer of the Church—the Anima Christi Prayer. Prayed after receiving Jesus in Holy Communion, this 14th-century prayer invites us to reflect on the presence of Christ within us—body, blood, soul, and divinity. Fr. Rico shares how this prayer is part of his own post-Communion devotion and e...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we reflect on Jesus’ words in John 16:23-28, where he tells us, “If you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you.” But what does it really mean to ask in Jesus’ name? Father Rico helps us unpack this powerful promise, reminding us that prayer isn’t about getting everything we want—it’s about aligning our hearts with God’s...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we explore the powerful question: Why does the resurrected Jesus still bear his wounds? Reflecting on the encounter with Thomas and the eyewitnesses at the foot of the cross, Father Rico helps us understand how these wounds serve as Christ’s divine signature—proof of both his identity and his love. Far from being a mark of shame, Jesus’ wounds...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we reflect on the powerful moment in John 13 when Jesus washes the feet of his disciples. More than just a symbolic gesture, this act reveals the heart of servant leadership and calls us to love in concrete, often humbling ways. Father Rico unpacks how Jesus' willingness to take on the role of a servant challenges us to do the same for on...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we tackle a question many Christians have asked: if it’s called the Old Testament, does it still matter? Father Rico shares how the Old Testament lays the foundation for our understanding of God’s saving work, long before the birth of Jesus. Through stories, laws, prophets, psalms, and promises, we see God's love and faithfulness woven th...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode explores the beautiful Catholic tradition of crowning the Blessed Virgin Mary. As we continue through the Easter season and the month of May—a month devoted to Mary—we reflect on how this act of crowning honours her as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Rooted in early Church tradition and tied to the fifth glorious mystery of the Rosary, the crowning is a gesture of our l...

Send us Fan Mail As we continue our Easter journey in the month of May—a time especially dedicated to Our Blessed Mother—we take time today to explore the Church’s teaching on the Immaculate Conception. Many confuse it with the conception of Jesus, but it actually refers to Mary’s own conception in the womb of her mother, Saint Anne, where she was preserved from original sin. In this episode, we r...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we continue our journey through the many titles of the Blessed Virgin Mary by focusing on Our Lady of Good Counsel. As the patroness of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada, this title reminds us of Mary’s deep connection to the will of God and her desire to guide us in making wise, righteous decisions. Through her powerful intercession and e...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we explore the many beautiful names and titles given to the Blessed Virgin Mary. From Our Lady of Fatima to Our Lady of Guadalupe, each title reflects a unique way Mary has appeared to the faithful, drawing us closer to her Son through her powerful intercession. These names aren't separate identities—they all point to the same loving Moth...

Send us Fan Mail On this Saturday in the month of May, a time especially devoted to Our Blessed Mother, we reflect on the deep significance of Mary's virginity. In today’s episode of God’s Playbook, we explore why the Church teaches that Mary remained ever-virgin and what that means for our understanding of Jesus as both fully human and fully divine. Her virginity is not just a theological de...