Best ACTS XXIX Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 338: “It Is Enough For Me to See You”: The Gift of Holy Friendships 28:04

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Fr. John and Mary talk about the amazing gift that is the communion of saints – both here on earth and in heaven, and offer some summer suggestions to help us get to know our family better. ========================== Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: mi…

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Episode 337: Tylenol or the Eucharist: Which Is More Powerful? 24:45

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In preparation for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Fr. John and Mary consider three concrete and practical reasons why Jesus gives Himself to us in the Eucharist. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX…

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Episode 336: This is Our Time! 32:39

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In this final episode of their Easter series, Fr. John and Mary look back at yesterday’s celebration of Pentecost and consider how the Holy Spirit is eager to use us to renew the face of the earth. Desert Fathers in a Year (DYIF) on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt3_oF_kBkM&list=PLwQJPNow77DpxWouk4-QGw4ngIPv7O4LS&index=24 Book Recommend…

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Episode 335: Implementing the King’s Plan 38:49

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their Easter series on the mission of the Church, concentrating in a particular way on how the lay faithful can be instruments in God’s hands wherever He has planted them to make the world more human. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [miss…

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Episode 334: Swear to God: The Sine Qua Non to Accomplish the Mission of the Church 22:20

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On this Memorial Day, Fr. John and Mary continue their Easter series on the mission of the Church concentrating this week on the single, most essential thing that has to happen. Dear friends, please bear with us as we work to resolve some technical issues with our audio. Thank you for your patience! Connect with us and our community on our websites…

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Episode 333: The Role of the Laity, No More Bystanders 38:33

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As they continue their Easter series on the mission of the Church, Fr. John and Mary discuss the unique and privileged role of the laity in renewing and transforming the world by focusing on Jesus’ images of salt, light and leaven. Decree on the Laity: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_…

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Episode 332: I’ll Never Vest the Same Way Again 37:51

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As Fr. John and Mary continue their Easter series on the Mission of the Church, they propose some new mindsets that priests might want to consider putting on. Next week they will focus on a new mindset the lay faithful might want to consider. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [missio…

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Episode 331: Do We Understand the Mission of the Church? 32:48

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In Part 3 of this Easter series on the Mission of the Church, Fr. John and Mary look at Acts 4:32-6-36 as a means to help us better understand God’s plan for the human race and what He’s asking us to do as the Church here and now. Lorraine Cross Media: https://www.lorrainecross.media/ Connect with us and our community on our websites and social med…

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Episode 330: Eternal Rest Grant Unto Francis, O Lord 37:26

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As the Church prays for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis, as well for the man known only to God right now as the next successor of Peter, Fr. John and Mary consider these events in the context of this Easter series on the mission of the Church. Link to Prime Matters Weekly Newsletter: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/shva=1#inbox/FMfcgzQbdrLn…

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Episode 329: Jesus Has Risen,There’s Work To Do! 23:45

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Fr. John and Mary begin a new series for the Easter season focused on the urgent task of reclaiming and going about the mission of the Church. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.ac…

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Episode 328: The Sacrifice That Makes Holy 29:25

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In this final episode of their Lenten series on Psalm 51, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how David’s acknowledgement of the need for a broken and contrite heart can prepare us to better understand and marvel at what Jesus is doing for us on the cross. Psalm 51:16-19 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach u…

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Episode 327: Are We Missionaries of Mercy? 23:55

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In their ongoing Lenten series on Psalm 51, Fr. John and Mary concentrate on how David is not only desperate to receive God’s mercy but to announce that He is merciful to others who are likewise in need of it. Psalm 51:13-15 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](ma…

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Episode 326: Take Not Your Spirit From Me 22:55

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Continuing their Lenten series on Psalm 51, Fr. John and Mary linger with verses 11 and 12, highlighting David’s humility and self awareness that everything he has and is is a gift from God that could be taken away…and yet isn’t because of God’s great mercy. Psalm 51:11-12 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simpl…

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Episode 325: Good But Not Safe 19:59

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“Our God is a consuming fire,” Hebrews tells us, and so it is not safe to draw near Him. And yet God is Goodness itself and invites us into His presence. In this episode, as Fr. John and Mary continue to reflect on Psalm 51 they focus their attention on David’s cry, “Create in me, O God, a clean heart!” Psalm 51:6-10 Connect with us and our communi…

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Episode 324: No Excuses 34:38

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their reflection on Psalm 51, reflecting this week especially on David’s tearful, no-excuse act of repentance and how he serves as a model for us. Psalm 51:3-5 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: mission@actsxxi…

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Episode 323: Of All the Masters I Have Known, You Are the Kindest 28:18

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their reflection for Lent on Psalm 51 and go deep with the unexpected and shocking love of God. Scripture passage: Psalm 51 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mi…

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Episode 322: Can Sparks Set Fire to the Ocean of God’s Mercy? 32:46

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how and why for Lent they’re going to be doing a series on Psalm 51. Today’s episode breaks open the background of this most hopeful Psalm of David. Psalm 51 Register for Rescue LIVEs at https://rescueme.live Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email a…

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Episode 321: Sticks, Stones, and Names 37:10

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue the conversation from last week’s episode on speech and consider how we as disciples of Jesus can be agents of recreation in our culture by how we speak, text and post. First Reading: Sirach 27:4-7 To register for Rescue LIVE Acadiana and/or Rescue Michigan, visit rescueme.live Book Recommendation: The Hi…

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Episode 320: Do Not Harm the Lord’s Anointed 29:44

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on how convicted they are by David’s extreme reticence to harm King Saul, a man who is actively trying to kill David, and offer an examination of conscience to consider focused on how we think and speak of others. Scripture | 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23 Rescue LIVE Acadiana | Register here Greece Pilg…

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Episode 319: Putting Down Roots 34:18

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the parable that Jeremiah puts before us this Sunday and how we can move from being a barren shrub in the desert to a lush tree planted beside a river with deep roots. Scripture for today’s podcast | Jeremiah 17:5-8 Register for Rescue LIVE Acadiana, LA, March 22, 2025 at rescueproject.us/live Pilgrimage t…

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Episode 318: Why Do Saints See Themselves as Sinners (and vice versa)? 27:07

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the call of Isaiah and an unexpected reality all of the saints experience as they encounter the majestic and glorious God. Rescue LIVE Acadiana, Louisiana Registration link: https://www.abidecatholicministries.com/rescue-acadiana Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8 Connect with us and our community on our websit…

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Episode 317: Take a Field Trip During Christian Unity Week 24:00

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the passage from Nehemiah in light of a transformative experience the ACTS XXIX family had last week on retreat with some Maronite bishops and priests and encourage us to visit an Eastern Rite liturgy sometime this week. Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 Connect with us and our community on our websites and so…

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Episode 316: God’s Scandalous Desire 23:20

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the staggering truth that God’s love for us is more intimate than we can imagine. Isaiah 62:1-5 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.act…

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Episode 315: What’s Your Comfort Zone? 26:55

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As we begin this new year, Fr. John and Mary dig into the word “Comfort” spoken by the prophet Isaiah and share some helpful places they turn to for comfort. Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobiliz…

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Episode 314: Regime Change 22:56

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As we turn the page on the calendar, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the manifestation of Jesus as the true King of all the world and offer a practical thought to consider for our new year’s resolutions. Isaiah 60:1-6 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: miss…

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Episode 313: Has Anything Really Changed? 27:02

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary address the fact that Christmas is not an escape from reality but rather the celebration that God has come to fight for us. Isaiah 9:1-6 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing fo…

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Episode 312: I Can Only Imagine 23:42

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary talk about the extraordinary ways Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled in Jesus, and how some prophecies we’re still waiting to see fulfilled are not only right around the corner but will be beyond anything we can imagine. Micah 5:1-4a Book referenced, “Come Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Art of Waiting” by Mot…

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Episode 311: Are We Known for our Joy? 29:04

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Zephaniah 3:14-18a In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open what joy is and is not and why and how we as disciples of Jesus should be marked by it. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: http…

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Episode 310: God is the Subject of the Verb 20:14

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Why can we have hope in the middle of calamitous situations? Because God is good, He is faithful and He acts. In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at the disaster that had befallen Israel at the time of Baruch, how God rescued them, and what that has to say to us here and now. Baruch 5:1-9 Connect with us and our community on our websites and so…

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Episode 309: The Best is Yet to Come! 21:11

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Jeremiah 33:14-16 What is Advent really all about? How are we supposed to be living and feeling in these days? What is the Word of God saying to us? In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the fact that the best is not in the past — it’s yet to come; for God is faithful and nothing is impossible for Him. Connect with us and our community on o…

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Episode 308: What Kind of a King Is He? 19:15

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on the hopeful news that the world is ultimately in the hands of a Sovereign King who is good, has no rival, proven His love for us by laying down His life, and who calls us even now to help transform authority until He returns and makes all things new. Daniel 4:13-14 EXAMEN FOR LEADERS: Would people say t…

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Episode 307: Are You Ready? 27:55

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Given how November is a month to both pray for our faithful departed and to contemplate our own death, Fr. John invites Mary to share the lessons the Lord taught her some years ago when she was gravely ill. Scripture Passage: Daniel 12:1-3 Steubenville Conferences: https://steubenvilleconferences.com/ Seven Sisters Apostolate: https://sevensistersa…

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Episode 306: God Is the God of Everyone 25:34

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary break open the encounter between Elijah and the widow of Zarephath and how it reveals something about God, something about this woman, and something to take to prayer ourselves. 1 Kings 17:10-16 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]…

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Episode 305: Do We Know Our Story? 24:30

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Deut. 6:2-6 In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss the need to constantly tell the story of who God is, what He has done for us, and why it’s only right and just to thank and praise Him. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS X…

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Episode 304: The Promise Keeper 14:35

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Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9 St. Augustine's Commentary Excerpt on Psalm 109: God is faithful. He has made himself our debtor, not by receiving anything from us but by promising us so much. The promise alone was not enough for him: he wanted it in writing, so that he could be held to it, practically entering into a contract with us that listed the pr…

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Episode 303: The Heart of the Gospel 25:50

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle a common misconception of God, how Jesus wants to shatter that, and as He does so reveals the heart of the Gospel: You Matter! Isaiah 53:10-11 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - …

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Episode 302: Show Me Who Your Friends Are and I’ll Tell You Who You Are 22:58

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary recount several overwhelming experiences from the recent mission in Los Angeles and how the saints, both in heaven and on earth, can inspire us to become saints ourselves. Scripture: Wisdom 7:7-11 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.…

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Episode 301: Only Together Do Men and Women Fully Image God 25:15

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary tackle one of the most important, and most misunderstood, passages about man, woman and marriage. Genesis 2:18-24 Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](mailto: [email protected]) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://…

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E14: Rescued People Rescue People 4:13

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Maybe you've experienced being overwhelmed by the gospel, and are wondering where do you go next? Mary Guilfoyle offers three practical steps you can take, because Rescued People Rescue People! The adventure you were born for beckons! ========================== Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us v…

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Episode 300: Trolling for Talent 17:51

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary discuss how great leaders, like Moses, are humble stewards of God’s gifts, eager to share the responsibility with other great leaders. Scripture: Numbers 11:25-29 rescueproject.us/challenge Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [[email protected]](ma…

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E13: My Favorite Seven Words 14:13

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As we near the end of the Rescue Project Challenge, Fr. John shares ways that we can engage with the world to build the kingdom of God and help God get His world back. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizi…

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E12: Agents of Sabotage 13:17

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Today, Fr. John shows us how God has invited us to become agents of both resistance and healing for the sake of building the Kingdom of God. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https:/…

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E11: What’s the Big Deal About Holiness? 13:33

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On day 11, Fr. John talks about why holiness is so important and shares three helpful methods of prayer to help us grow closer to God. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.a…

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E10: Prove It 19:12

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In this very important episode, Fr. John shares with us the power of the Holy Spirit and leads us in a meditation on accepting God’s love. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://w…

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E9: Defeated Not Yet Destroyed 18:23

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In episode 9, Fr. John reflects on three life-changing effects of Jesus’ death and resurrection. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.actsxxix.org Instagram: @acts.xxix Face…

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E8: The Day It All Changed 16:49

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Today we embark on our second week of the Rescue Project Challenge! Fr. John explains 3 things that Jesus was doing for us on the cross. We’ll meditate on how in dying, Jesus defeated death itself. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at mission@act…

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Episode 299: The Incomprehensible Courage of Jesus 19:26

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In this episode, Fr. John and Mary reflect on something that perhaps many fail to think about: the courage Jesus showed in knowingly running into all that was coming His way out of love for each of us by name so as to rescue us from Death. The Rescue Challenge continues. Visit rescueproject.us/challenge Scripture Passage: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20 Connect…

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E7: What is He? 17:57

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As we come to the end of our first week of this challenge, Fr. John helps us understand how God rescued us by answering the question: “What is He?” At the end of this episode, we’ll enter into a powerful meditation about Jesus setting us free. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social medi…

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E6: Trafficked 14:59

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In Day 6 of The Rescue Project Challenge, things get worse. Fr. John explains how the Bible talks about sin and death as powers, and that we need someone to save us. The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [email protected] ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing…

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E5: What The Hell Happened? 17:23

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Fr. John reveals the truth about the Enemy as we begin to see how we’ve drifted away from God's original plan for humanity. Warning: This episode contains a brief mention of sexual abuse that may be disturbing for some listeners The adventure you were born for beckons! Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply re…