The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 298: Respect for Others (2025)
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Oct 25, 2025 This episode dives into the concept of scandal and its impact on virtue and integrity. Fr. Mike explains how leading others into sin is a grave offense, particularly when it comes from teachers or influencers. He shares personal experiences that illustrate the responsibility of those in positions of power. The discussion extends to how societal norms and institutional rules can normalize sin. Listeners are called to reflect on their actions and pray for those who have been led astray, emphasizing the importance of accountability.
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Scandal Harms The Soul
- Scandal damages not just actions but souls by leading others into sin and away from God.
- Fr. Mike warns that leading someone into spiritual death can be graver than physical harm.
Pray For Conviction Without Despair
- Pray for conviction without despair so you can repent and seek God's healing when you've caused scandal.
- Ask God both to convict and to fill you with grace so repentance leads to restoration, not despair.
Gossip After A Wedding
- Fr. Mike recounts fueling gossip after a wedding and realizing he tempted others into speaking ill of the couple.
- He repented immediately upon seeing he had led holy company into gossip and felt deep conviction.
