The Fr. Mike Schmitz Podcast
Fr. Mike’s popular Ascension Presents video series in audio form, so you can listen on the go.
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…
Healing from the Wound of Sin
Fr. Mike explains how even partial healing from the wound of sin is still worth the effort. Don’t give up…
Does God Ever Lead Us into Temptation?
When we pray “lead us not into temptation”, it may seem like God has the capacity to tempt us. But…
God’s Ways Are Not Our Ways
Fr. Mike describes exactly how God works with us, even though God’s ways are not our ways. It’s like when…
How Should Catholics Respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic?
Fr. Mike gives us some advice about how we should respond to the coronavirus pandemic. He begins with the story of…
Offering Up Your Inconveniences
A great way to make this Lent even better spiritually is to offer up not only something you chose, but…