The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Fr. Mike, a bold priest known for his fresh perspectives on Catholic issues, tackles the uproar surrounding a controversial parody of the Last Supper during the Olympics. He discusses the wave of condemnation from Christian media and leaders, sharing his hope for a constructive reaction to such blasphemy. Fr. Mike emphasizes the need for spiritual reflection amidst cultural disrespect, encouraging listeners to find meaningful ways to respond and strengthen their faith in challenging times.

Life’s challenges can lead to discouragement, often stemming from unrealistic self-expectations. This feeling is tied to pride, as we sometimes believe we should be handling struggles on our own. Fr. Mike delves into how accepting our weaknesses can be a path to spiritual growth. He shares insightful tips on embracing God's grace and finding strength in reliance on Him, rather than striving for self-sufficiency.

Fr. Mike Schmitz offers encouragement to parents, emphasizing that perfection is not necessary to lead your children to heaven. Love, presence, and doing your best are what truly matter in parenting.

Fr. Mike, a Catholic priest, delves into the role of the Catholic Church as a mediator between individuals and Jesus, emphasizing the importance of the Church in connecting believers to God through various means such as intercessory prayer and confession.

Fr. Mike Schmitz and Ascension team up to give a 10-minute summary of the Bible story, exploring the challenge of condensing creation, sin, redemption, and salvation into a shareable narrative. They reference the Great Adventure Bible timeline and urge listeners to watch a captivating video capturing the essence of God's story.

Learn how to cope with a loved one walking away from their faith with tips on open communication, prayer, avoiding self-blame, and holding onto hope for their journey, drawing from the story of St. Augustine.

Discover the comfort people find in signs from deceased loved ones. Learn how to interpret these signs, differentiate true messages from potential deception. Reflect on personal experiences of grief and longing for connection.

Fr. Mike explores the topic of staying happily married by presenting a pop-quiz scenario about missing a flight with your spouse. He shares a funny story about an older couple's travel problem and discusses the importance of trust, unity, and prioritizing marriage over obstacles.

Explore offering up pain and suffering to God, embracing sacrifice in spiritual life. Surrender grief to God, trust Him, bear your cross, connect suffering with Christ's sacrifice for others.

Exploring the frustration of feeling stagnant despite religious practices, the podcast emphasizes the importance of actively participating and cooperating with God's grace to experience the life-changing power of the sacraments. It discusses the need to surrender to God's grace during Mass and Eucharist for spiritual growth and transformation.