Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz

Exploring courage in the face of discouragement, featuring stories of St. Joan of Arc and William Wallace. Embracing truth, humility, and hope in times of adversity. Finding strength in acknowledging failures and seeking reconciliation. Highlighting the transformative power of humility and reliance on God.

The podcast explores the themes of breaking negative agreements, embracing fresh starts, and seeking redemption. It delves into the power of repentance, renouncing falsehoods, and finding grace through Jesus. Margaret's story of seeking love and redemption adds a personal touch to the narrative.

Exploring justice and mercy, this podcast delves into the biblical story of Thomas and Jesus post-resurrection, the haunting legacy of Auschwitz, the nature of justice and consequences, and the healing power of trust. It emphasizes the interplay between justice and mercy, trust in God's mercy, and living a faithful life through trust and mercy.

Explore the necessity of Jesus and the Mass in our lives, highlighting the difference between optional and essential activities. Reflect on the emotions tied to cancellations and obligations, urging listeners to prioritize the Eucharist. Contemplate the importance of daily Mass and the transformative power of belief in Jesus' resurrection.

Reflecting on challenging experiences in sharing religious beliefs, exploring Jesus' unconventional victory through weakness and wounds, contemplating the sorrows and joy of Jesus, and delving into the paradox of defeat leading to redemption.

Exploring the Three Sadnesses of Holy Thursday through Peter, Judas, and Jesus. Reflecting on priesthood, Eucharist, and service. Highlighting Peter's denial, Judas's betrayal, and Jesus's embrace of sadness. Dive into the depths of human emotions and vulnerabilities.

Explore the transformative power of Christ's suffering and how we are called to enter the Story. Learn about the apostolate's essence of embracing suffering and the redemptive power of the mission. Reflect on obedience, harmony restoration, and embracing suffering to surrender to God's will for salvation.

Exploring trust in God's will amidst adversity, the podcast delves into the simplicity of trusting God in all circumstances. It discusses finding purpose in suffering, the concept of God's perfect and permissive will, and the importance of embracing God's plan in difficult moments.

Exploring themes of redemption, transformation, and surrender to God's will. Reflections on faith, regret, and seeking redemption. The power of surrendering to God's grace and finding strength in complete reliance. Transformation through grace, illustrated through art and personal journeys. Embracing courage, overcoming fear, and finding victory in faith.

Exploring the depth of human brokenness and God's love, Father Walter's heroism, moments of truth after weakness, Jesus clearing the temple, resilience in harsh conditions, self-awareness, and pivotal decisions in adversity.