The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Fr. Mike on the Charlie Kirk Shooting & The Real Cause of Violence

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Sep 16, 2025
Fr. Mike tackles the recent surge in violence and its roots in societal breakdown. He reflects on the powerful statement that silence leads to violence, urging a cultural shift towards open dialogue. Mental health's tie to violent behavior is explored, highlighting how our worldviews dictate choices. The discussion contrasts subjective versus objective truths, stressing the importance of truth in fostering unity. Finally, the need for grace and respectful dialogue is emphasized as essential for healing and understanding in a fractured world.
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ANECDOTE

Charlie Kirk's Campus Conversations

  • Fr. Mike highlights Charlie Kirk as an innocent man killed after engaging people on college campuses.
  • He presents Kirk's campus work as significant for the cultural moment surrounding violence.
INSIGHT

Worldviews Drive Behavior

  • Worldviews shape actions and societal outcomes, not just personal sickness.
  • What we believe about God, humans, and meaning strongly influences violence and cooperation.
INSIGHT

Truth Means Conforming To Reality

  • Truth is defined as a statement conforming to reality and can be objectively true or false.
  • Confusing subjective preference with objective truth corrodes shared moral ground.
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