Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 04/13/25 The Place of the Way: Here
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Apr 12, 2025 This week, the discussion centers on living in the present and fully embracing the journey. Listeners are encouraged to shift their focus from future goals to the richness of the moment, especially during the transformative Lenten season. The topic of gratitude takes center stage, exploring how Jesus exemplified thankfulness even in suffering. The inspiring story of Takashi Nagai reminds us to maintain a practice of gratitude, making it a vital part of our lives, regardless of the challenges we face.
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Living for "Done"
- People often live for "done," finding it difficult to experience joy or peace before completing tasks.
- This tendency leads to putting off life until reaching a destination or finishing a project.
The Importance of Here
- Lent is a training period to become more like Jesus, focusing on the present moment.
- The most crucial "place of the way" is "here," embracing the present rather than focusing on the destination.
Jesus' Example of Gratitude
- Fr. Mike Schmitz reflects on Jesus giving thanks even on the night he was betrayed.
- This contrasts with the human tendency to give thanks only after achieving desired outcomes.