The Fr. Mike Schmitz Podcast
Fr. Mike’s popular Ascension Presents video series in audio form, so you can listen on the go.
Striving vs. Abiding
In the spiritual life, it’s difficult to know whether striving to do God’s will or just abiding in him is…
Finding Balance in Your Walk with Jesus
Rigidity and laxity are difficult obstacles to avoid when trying to find balance in your faith life. When we treat…
Make Small Sacrifices for a Big Change
Making small sacrifices is not just for Lent, because sacrifices and penance are necessary. As Christ said: “If any man…
Family: Your Shortcut to Holiness
Fr. Mike explains how being at home with our family is one of God’s favorite ways to make us holy—if…
Special Episode: Reconciling the Body of Christ (with Fr. Josh Johnson)
In today’s special podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Fr. Josh Johnson to discuss racial division in the Church…
Come With: How to Practice the Presence of God
Throughout the Gospels Jesus says, “Remain in me” or “abide in me,” which—in simplified terms—means whatever you do, invite Jesus…
The Benefit of the Doubt
When someone says something hurtful to you, it is wise to give them the benefit of the doubt. What does…
How Do You Pray with the Bible?
You know you should be praying. But do you ever wish someone would show you how? Fr. Mike starts by…
The Christian Solution to Vanity
Vanity is not what many people think it is. It can come in many forms, and is not necessarily an…
4 Essentials for Every Catholic
In a previous episode, Fr. Mike said that all Catholics grow in the same “soil” together, but the fruit we…
How to Deal with Your Partner’s Sexual Sin
Meet Fr. Mike Schmitz Fr. Mike Schmitz serves as Director of youth and young adult ministry for the Diocese of…
Have You Mastered the Basics of Your Faith?
Fr. Mike makes the case that, before you claim a certain “style” in practicing the faith, you have to master…