Episodes

  • When Crude Language Becomes Sinful

    When Crude Language Becomes Sinful
    Mar 13 2025
    Do you struggle with taking the Lord’s name in vain or with cussing? Are you trying to avoid cussing entirely, but are still saying something crude? Today, Fr. Mike shares the distinction between the words we use regarding foul language. Because our words reveal our hearts, our words matter greatly.
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    6 mins
  • Train for Martyrdom This Lent

    Train for Martyrdom This Lent
    Mar 6 2025
    Should you give things up for Lent, or take new things on? Is it better to pray more, or to give more of your time away? How does almsgiving fit into all of this? This Lent, Fr. Mike wants to refocus your efforts by trying a new idea: do something with zero benefit to yourself. This is how to do that and why it works. Tickets are on sale now for Fr. Mike Schmitz's Parables Tour at www.AscensionPress.com/FrMikeTour! May 19 - Washington, D.C. May 20 - Philadelphia, PA May 21 - Cincinnati, OH May 22 - Nashville, TN Join Fr. Mike live for an unforgettable event as he unpacks the parables of Jesus. This is your chance to experience his powerful message in person!
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    8 mins
  • "Can I Go to the Wedding?" Answered

    "Can I Go to the Wedding?" Answered
    Feb 27 2025
    If you're Catholic, you're probably aware that not every wedding is the same in the eyes of the Church. You may have heard of situations—or been in ones yourself—where you're not sure if it's okay for you, as a practicing Catholic, to attend such a wedding. How do you know when it's okay and when it's not okay? Fr. Mike not only gives us a couple of guiding principles but also breaks down most of the situations you might find yourself in and tells us what Jesus and his Church asks of us.
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    9 mins
  • Did God Abandon You?

    Did God Abandon You?
    Feb 20 2025
    “My God, my God why have you abandoned me?” Psalm 22:1 Are you praying everyday but still suffering? Are you doing all the right things but your heart is still broken? Fr. Mike shares with us today that God doesn’t promise all our desires, but promises that He will be with us though them all, that He loves us and the He hears every one of our prayers and gives us what we need. Tickets are on sale now for Fr. Mike Schmitz's Parables Tour at www.AscensionPress.com/FrMikeTour! March 1 - North Charleston, SC May 19 - Washington, D.C. May 20 - Philadelphia, PA May 21 - Cincinnati, OH May 22 - Nashville, TN Join Fr. Mike live for an unforgettable event as he unpacks the parables of Jesus. This is your chance to experience his powerful message in person! 🙏
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    9 mins
  • The Fear That’s Keeping You from Prayer (And How to Overcome It)

    The Fear That’s Keeping You from Prayer (And How to Overcome It)
    Feb 13 2025
    Are you afraid to approach God? Jesus says, "When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, who love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on street corners so that others may see them... But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay you." Matthew 6:5-6 Fr. Mike reminds us that God sees us, notices us and cares for us. Don't be afraid to approach the throne of grace. Tickets are on sale now for Fr. Mike Schmitz's Parables Tour at www.AscensionPress.com/FrMikeTour!
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    7 mins
  • When Loyalty Goes Too Far

    When Loyalty Goes Too Far
    Feb 6 2025
    Loyalty is a powerful virtue—but can it become dangerous? Loyalty is seen as a sought-after virtue, even being the foundation of relationships. However, can loyalty be disordered? Can being loyal to the wrong things cost you your soul? Fr. Mike reveals to us that loyalty, when placed in the wrong order, is dangerous and can even lead to idolatry. What does your loyalty hierarchy look like?
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    8 mins
  • Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"

    Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"
    Jan 30 2025
    Spoiler: Fr. Mike thinks the music is great. But other than that... there are some major problems here.
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    6 mins
  • The Only Sin God CAN’T Forgive...

    The Only Sin God CAN’T Forgive...
    Jan 23 2025
    "Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven." Matthew 12:31 What is the sin "against the Spirit"? What is the sin that God can't forgive? Fr. Mike reveals to us that this sin is... any sin. Today, he explains how that's possible and how we can lean on God's goodness and mercy for salvation.
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    6 mins