The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Latest Episodes:

God Doesn't Owe You Anything Apr 20, 2017

Show notes

When we’re going through hard times, it’s easy to think we deserve better from God. In this episode, Fr. Mike uses a compelling story from the book of Daniel to exemplify the challenging but proper response to adversity. As tough as it may be, finding a way to thank God no matter the situation is a sure way to holiness.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Good Friday- The Meaning of the Cross Apr 13, 2017

Show notes

Many people wonder, and even become angry, about God’s ways. In this episode for Good Friday, Fr. Mike explains why God’s answers often seem like contradictions to us. While Jesus dying on the Cross makes no sense according to human wisdom, according to God’s perfect wisdom, the Cross answers all our most burning questions in a way only God can answer them.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Hell Is for Real Apr 06, 2017

Show notes

It’s a question that arises whenever someone challenges the beliefs of Christianity: If God is all-loving, why does he send people to hell? Some Christians choose to believe that hell doesn’t exist, or if it does, then only those guilty of the most heinous sins go there. Fr. Mike’s response in this video makes much more sense, and he offers an explanation of hell you can take to your grave.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Where is Lent in the Bible? Mar 30, 2017

Show notes

Just about any question you might have about Lent is answered in this episode. Fr. Mike explains where the observance of Lent came from (the Bible), clarifies why Catholics observe the season, and shares how it can make a difference in our lives. Find more at www.ascensionpress.com/podcasts.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Acedia- The Noonday Devil Mar 23, 2017

Show notes

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

The Meaning of Suffering Mar 16, 2017

Show notes

Books upon books have been written about the problem of suffering. Fr. Mike isn’t about to reinvent the wheel in this video, but the wisdom he shares in it echoes that of the saints. What did the saints and martyrs know about suffering that enabled them to endure so much of it? Christ didn’t give them some mystical superpower; he simply gave their suffering a purpose.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Fasting Can Change You Forever Mar 09, 2017

Show notes

Fr. Mike talks about the real reasons Christ tells us to fast. It isn’t just about strengthening our will and showing our love for God through some small sacrifice. Ultimately, it’s about freedom. When we give up something for Lent, by the time Lent is over we may find we never needed that thing in the first place and may never feel we need it again.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Fast on Ash Wednesday? Mar 02, 2017

Show notes

Fr. Mike offers a refreshing reason for fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Fasting shouldn’t be simply something Catholics do to show they are Catholic. It is a way to show God that we give him our hearts and care about what he asks of us.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

That's Offensive! Feb 23, 2017

Show notes

The more we live in the truth, the harder it will be for others to offend us, because false statements about us won't bother us and true ones won't be hidden from us. In this video, Fr. Mike lays out why, as Catholic Christians, we are called to be both unoffensive and “unoffendable,” and explains how we can do that.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Preparing for Lent Feb 04, 2017

Show notes

In this video, Fr. Mike explains how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are the three pillars of a spiritually fruitful Lent. He then challenges us to try new ways to exercise these Lenten practices, sharing several simple strategies for drawing closer to God during this holy season.

Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast