The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 335: Jesus Teaches Us to Pray (2025)
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Dec 1, 2025 Discover how Jesus' teachings on prayer serve as a powerful template for true connection with God. The importance of internal conversion, love for enemies, and praying in secret is beautifully explored. Fr. Mike emphasizes the boldness to approach God as a loving Father and the necessity of vigilance in prayer. The discussion also delves into perseverance, humility, and the assurance of being heard when united with Christ. Each aspect offers practical insights for deepening one’s prayer life.
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Gratitude For Community Support
- Fr. Mike thanks listeners for prayers and financial support that enabled reaching day 335.
- He frames the episode as a communal effort and requests continued prayer for the team and listeners.
Prayer Modeled By Christ
- Watching Jesus pray gives us a template for approaching the Father with trust and filial boldness.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz emphasizes that Christ's prayer models faith, hope, and charity for our own prayer life.
Make Prayer an Interior Conversion
- Seek interior conversion so external piety matches a transformed heart before God.
- Reconcile with others, love enemies, and avoid empty phrases when you pray in secret.
