Father Richard Rocha - Sports Dreams Perfected by God - The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #50

Father Richard Rocha - Sports Dreams Perfected by God - The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #50

Author: Paul Michelini and Randy Laya (RIP co-founder Jeff Corrigan) August 21, 2024 Duration: 53:15
In this episode, we talk to Fr. Richard Rocha, Catholic chaplain of the Kansas City Royals and the Kansas City Chiefs. In addition to these ministries, Fr. Rocha is the pastor of St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church in Blue Springs, Missouri. Father played football in high school and college and began coaching.  He coached for 10 years on the high school level and 4 years on the college level. Father had his life planned out as a football coach and a happily married man with a wonderful wife and lots of children. But God had other plans for Richard. As he entered the seminary, Richard thought his sports days were over. But, once again, God had other plans. Today, Fr. Rocha is in his 19th season with the KC Royals and his 8th season with the KC Chiefs as team priest.  Along with his duties as a pastor of a large Catholic church, it’s easy to see that Fr. Rocha is a busy man! He cheerfully serves our Lord in all these capacities and implores people to “ask God what His Will is for us every day!”

In a world where stadiums and sanctuaries often feel miles apart, The Catholic Sportsman Show Podcast finds the profound connection between them. Hosts Paul Michelini and Randy Laya, alongside the enduring memory of co-founder Jeff Corrigan, engage in thoughtful conversations that explore how the drama, discipline, and community found in sports intersect with a lived Catholic faith. This isn't just a post-game analysis; it's a deeper look at the stories, history, and personalities within athletics, examining them through a spiritual lens. You'll hear discussions that are as likely to delve into the theological virtues demonstrated on the field as they are to appreciate a great historical moment in sport. Recorded within The Diocese of Orange, California, the podcast brings on guests who share this unique perspective, creating dialogues that are both topical and timeless. Whether reflecting on loss, leadership, or pure athletic joy, Paul and Randy offer a space where the universal language of games meets the enduring questions of faith, culture, and society. Tune in for a series that celebrates the athlete's journey while thoughtfully considering its place within a broader spiritual life.
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