The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 1: To Know and Love God (2025)

Jan 1, 2025

Embark on a transformative journey exploring the Catechism's opening teachings. Delve into profound questions about God's purpose in creating us and how we can truly know Him. Discover the vital mission of spreading the gospel and the essential role of catechesis in shaping believers. Fr. Mike emphasizes our shared invitation to partake in divine life through faith, liturgy, and prayer, encouraging a meaningful connection with God.

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God's plan for humanity revolves around fostering an intimate relationship with Him, highlighting our purpose for sharing in His goodness.

The catechism advocates for transformative catechesis, emphasizing the disciples' duty to evangelize and nurture faith within their communities.

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Understanding God's Plan for Humanity

God's plan for humanity centers on an intimate relationship between the Creator and His creation. In the catechism's introductory paragraphs, it reveals that mankind was created to share in God's blessed life due to His intrinsic goodness. The emphasis is placed on God's constant initiative, drawing humanity closer to Him and inviting individuals to seek His presence and love. This foundational premise sets the stage for understanding human purpose and destiny, encapsulating the core of Catholic teaching on salvation history.

Intro

6min

The Mission of Discipleship and the Role of Catechesis

5min

Exploring God's Invitation and Our Role in Faith

6min

Welcome to Day 1 of The Catechism in a Year! Today, we begin our journey with Fr. Mike through the Catechism from the very beginning: the Prologue. The Catechism tackles some big questions right out of the gate. Why did God make us? How can we know him? How do we help others understand him as well? Fr. Mike invites us to discover God’s plan for us and accept the challenge he has placed before us. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1-10.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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