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

Day 196: Conversion of the Baptized (2024)

Jul 14, 2024

18:27

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Exploring the essential process of interior conversion, emphasizing the need for active repentance and a deep commitment to aligning one's life with God's purpose. The discussion highlights the ongoing journey of conversion within the church, focusing on purification, penance, and renewal. Delving into the theme of continuous conversion and repentance, the podcast emphasizes the transformative power of seeking forgiveness and trusting in God's mercy for a journey towards resembling Jesus.

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Conversion involves a radical reorientation of life, not just surface-level actions.

True repentance demands an active hatred for sin and genuine desire for change.

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The Call to Continuous Conversion

The podcast discusses the significance of continuous conversion in the lives of Christians, highlighting metanoia as a fundamental transformation of the mind and heart. It emphasizes the ongoing call to conversion even after baptism, stressing the need for an interior reorientation towards God. This lifelong endeavor of conversion is described as not solely a human effort but a response to God's grace, exemplified by St. Peter's repentance and willingness to change.

Intro

4min

The Continuous Conversion and Interior Penance in the Church

2min

Exploring the Theme of Continuous Conversion and Repentance

12min

We continue our examination of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Fr. Mike explores that interior conversion, or conversion of the heart, is a radical reorientation of our whole life. Conversion is so much more than just going through the motions or checking off the boxes. He emphasizes that interior conversion and repentance requires an active hatred for sin. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1427-1433.

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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