I’ve yet to listen to an episode just once. Every single one is worth a re-listen, with a pen and notebook in hand. Simple. Practical. And always surprising- no one breaks open and brings to life the Gospel story like Father John and Mary! I wish I could move in with them and listen to their conversations all day, every day!

From the Rescue Project to this weekly podcast, the changes I’ve noticed in my faith life in the last few months since I discovered it are wild. I look forward to this every week - it’s made such an enormous difference for me during the Mass. I hear everything so much more directly to me from the Lord. I am absolutely loving it.

I always gain great insight from every episode I’ve heard. Heartfelt and entertaining.

Mary and Fr John continue to provide an amazing perspective on the faith, scripture and our relationship with God. This is a must listen to podcast for anyone who want to grow to know the God who loves us so much! Thank you for all you do and continued prayers for your ministry!

I found Father John through the Hallow app and it helped me so very much. Such a blessing

I have truly been so inspired by Father John and Mary! The topics are current, relevant to my life as I'm trying to grow in faith and discipleship (while working full time plus and dealing with the challenges that life throws at us), and inspire me to live and act in faith. I am so glad I found it!

Hello Fr John, For many years now I pray every day for Michelle Knight, Gina DeJesus and Amanda Berry and her daughter. They were captured and tortured just as you describe in your book. I always remember a part in Amanda’s story where there was a picture of Jesus in the room she was sickeningly tortured and she kept his image as a comfort. I pray everyday that Michelle and Gina can have the same connection with Jesus after the horror they all went through. Sometimes it just brings me such sadness that something like they went through could happen. Your book has helped me come to terms with the why… I will still continue to pray for them and maybe if you read this you could add them to your prayers as well.. God bless you father Lisa

Father Riccardo’s book changed my life. Thank you Kathryn Smith

I’m so grateful to have found you both! Your conversation, prayer, and insight are deeply comforting and inspiring- I highly recommend this to anyone who needs voices of grace and truth in these challenging times. Fr. John and Mary, I’m grateful to pray with you and for you. Thanks for the company and insight to help us walk with Christ bravely and surely.

Father John and Mary are the dynamic duo. Their podcast offers hope, joy, and courage. They are not afraid. They do not disparage anyone (other than the evil one itself). They are not discouraged. They were born for this.

I was there in Columbus to experience the event and it was just amazing. Acts XXIX will remain in my prayers and I would love to help in any way that I can to help God get his world back!

I always look forward to Mondays because of your joy, inspiration, and words of wisdom…it is a great start to my week! Your words an reflections are always relevant and timely…The two of you have a gift for elevating others, and encouraging them in faith and mission. You are the Paul and Barnabas of today. May God continue to bless you in this ministry.

I found this podcast after listening to Bible in a Year. After listening to two and loving them. I decided to start from the beginning!

Fr. John, your passion for saving souls is evident. Thank you for letting Jesus work through you. Your work is changing minds and hearts. Please keep it up and know we are all grateful. Btw, Go Blue! :-)

Very simple and to the point.

There are lots of podcasts out there; but, this one is a MUST! It is easy to understand how this team can and will help your parish revitalize for the wars of the present and future.

Thank you for your inspiration. I enjoy listening to all of you each week.

Casual tone with strong, inspirational, and real messages!

As a truly geek of Catholic content, I can say this podcast is right there with the best. Informative, calming, uplifting, challenging and prayerful.

It’s a keeper... Fr. Riccardo & ACTS XXIX Podcast is a must listen for Catholics. Practical, relevant, and essential discussion for our understanding of the Eucharist and preparing for communion today... Thank you Father!

I keep checking for new shows. I went to your website to make sure all is well because there hasn’t been a new show for a few days which is unusual for you. I have come to rely on you for inspiration and motivation.

Can’t tell you how much this podcast means to me. Thank you teaching and encouragement that you give. God bless you all!!!!

Thanks Fr. John for breaking down the Gospels and teachings of the church for us.

Father John’s words inspire me, give me comfort and strengthen my faith. He has always been able to light a fire to my soul ever since I was a kid! Now more than ever, when I can’t go to mass, I need his words of wisdom. I can feel the Holy Spirit working through him! So glad he’s doing this!

Fr. John has always been gifted with the ability to speak to everyone in a way that is clear, concise and personal. I feel like he knows my heart and talks to my fears, concerns and hopes. I’m thrilled I found this podcast, and with the new daily Be Not Afraid updates, it is becoming a regular part of my spiritual day.

Thank you for pointing us to the God of the universe and away from worldly fears. God is giving us a great opportunity to get our priorities straightened out!

My Pastor pointed me to this podcast in the Church bulletin, and I am thankful that he did. I have listened to Fr. Ricardo’s other podcasts before, and I am very grateful for his work. In the Acts XXIX podcasts, he proclaims the good news in ways that make it much more meaningful than I have ever heard it announced before. I think it has to do with the fact that he sticks to the basics and then draws out their deep meaning in our lives. Our culture gives us a world view that is not in line with reality, and this causes the gospel to be watered down and become irrelevant in most people’s lives. We are constantly distracted; therefore, we need a clear and concise understanding of the good news. We are at war with the enemy, and Fr. Ricardo and his team tell us the enemy’s game plan as well as what we can do to fight back. I have been studying theology for six years now, and I really needed this. Thank you Fr. Ricardo and team for all you do. You really are making a difference in my life, and I believe in other lives as well.

Our diocese is asking the parishes to meet in small groups & come up with ideas to bring people back to the faith! Your podcast is a Godsend in our mission! Thank you sharing your ideas & wisdom & love fir the gospel! So many souls at stake! GOD bless all of you 🤗🙏

...but also to hear his team! Hoping you’ll make it west with and their one or more of our Bay Area bishops. United in prayer for souls!

So happy to be listening to Fr John again...

Love-love-love Father John Riccardo!!! A true servant of God and teacher of the word.

There is simply no better speaker in Catholicism today than Fr. John Riccardo. Period.

Too much fluff. Needs more substance. Less chit-chatting.

Happy to have this podcast to be able to share in this new ministry!

Troops out here energized to have Fr Riccardo and his officers leading us with a new battle strategy. Cannot wait for more. A MUST LISTEN.

This is an uplifting podcast and such a source of hope! Thank you!!

This podcast is necessary listening for Catholics.

I have been listening for quite a long time. I missed you when my schedule changed or something and I no longer caught you on EWTN. So glad you have a new podcast!