The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 240: Erroneous Judgment of Conscience (2025)
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Aug 28, 2025 Fr. Mike explores the intricate nature of moral conscience and the pitfalls of erroneous judgment. He discusses how habitual sin can blind our decisions, leading to flawed moral choices. A well-formed conscience is emphasized as the key to true freedom and responsibility. The podcast navigates the complexities of moral ignorance and the need for active conscience formation, spotlighting its vital role in guiding ethical behavior.
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Obey Certain Conscience, But Form It
- We must always obey the certain judgment of conscience when we truly know something is right or wrong.
- Yet conscience can still remain ignorant or make erroneous judgments, so formation matters.
Take Responsibility For Moral Ignorance
- Do take responsibility to discover truth and goodness instead of excusing ignorance.
- Work to correct moral errors because ignorance can be imputed to personal culpability.
Speeding Example Shows Responsible Ignorance
- Fr. Mike shares a driving example where ignorance of the speed limit isn't an excuse.
- He uses the student's story to illustrate that if you're responsible for an activity, you must know its rules.