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Faith, pop culture, and headline reflections from Fr. Mike Schmitz.

The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Ascension

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 364 Ratings

Faith, pop culture, and headline reflections from Fr. Mike Schmitz.

    When a Miracle Doesn't Happen

    When a Miracle Doesn't Happen

    Fr. Mike Schmitz delves deeply into the profound significance of the leper's words to Jesus:


    'If you will it, you can make me clean.'


    This verse from Matthew's Gospel embodies the very essence of faith. Fr. Mike explains how this statement captures the heart of faith in two ways: the trust inherent in believing that Christ can purify us and the trust involved in believing in him even if he chooses not to. Fr. Mike says this is the faith you are made for. It is the kind of faith that can change the world.
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    Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Cabrini" Movie

    Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Cabrini" Movie

    Do you know the true story of America's first canonized saint?


    "Cabrini," a movie from Angel Studios, tells the incredible true story of Mother Cabrini, the first American citizen to become a saint. It is a historical biopic showcasing her selfless service to the Italian immigrant population in the United States. Mother Cabrini's unwavering dedication to the dignity and respect of those in need reminds us to always look out for the ones still seeking a place at the table.


    Today, Fr. Mike shares his honest review of the film, "Cabrini." The movie is in theaters this weekend. He encourages you to allow the story of this remarkable saint to touch your heart and inspire you to make a difference in the world.
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    What's Inside a Humble Heart?

    What's Inside a Humble Heart?

    "But the Lord said to Samuel, 'Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for the Lord sees not as man sees; man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.'” - 1 Samuel 16:7


    What does God see when he looks into our hearts? Does he see a humble, contrite and broken heart, that he will not spurn?


    Today Fr. Mike Schmitz shares a word of encouragement from the book of 1 Samuel for how to shape our hearts so that the Lord can be present to them and abide in them.
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    Comparison: The Great Distraction

    Comparison: The Great Distraction

    St. Francis De Sales, often referred to as the "Saint-maker," liked to say, "Be who you are, and be that well." Each of us is called to pursue a life of holiness, a journey that unfolds uniquely for every individual. But comparing ourselves to others and judging ourselves harshly can be tempting.


    Fr. Mike Schmitz delves into the harmful effects of comparison and invites us instead to focus on embracing our true identity and "paint our own sunrise."
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    The Symptoms of Vanity (and the Surprising Cure)

    The Symptoms of Vanity (and the Surprising Cure)

    "Vanity of vanities! All is vanity!" Okay maybe not everything, but probably more than you thought.


    Vanity isn't just looking the mirror too much (although it could be). Vanity isn't just too much plastic surgery (although it could be). Vanity is "the inordinate preoccupation with what other people think."


    Fr. Mike suggests we look at our lives a little more closely with this new definition—and to look at Jesus for the solution.
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    How to Bring Order to Your Life

    How to Bring Order to Your Life

    When you clean and organize a room, you have to ask one very important question first: what is this room for? Once you can answer that, everything begins falling into place.


    In order to direct and order your own life, you must ask that same question. What is your life for? What is the primary purpose of the one life you've been given?


    Fr. Mike proposes that, when you can answer that question, everything in your life will begin falling into place for you. And he might even take a crack at answering that question for you.
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    • 8 min

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364 Ratings

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Why I love Father Mike

I absolutely and truly love Father Mike. His passion, excitement, energy and love for God, Jesus, Mary, and you and me come out in everything he says and does. You can hear it in his voice. There’s this fantastic exuberance that fills me with joy and wonder. Whether we’re discussing the Bible in chapter and verse or we’re talking about theological issues and morality. Social and personal matters that affect all of us. Father Mike embraces us with the love and kindness of the Lord with every word. You can feel Father Mike’s love for you. Through his words, I can feel God’s love for me. Such a wonderful gift for such a kind and humble man. I love you, Father Mike.

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