Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz

The podcast explores the idea of God as an amateur and not a professional. It shares a heartwarming Christmas story about receiving a female dog named Tim. The speaker discusses their preference for cats over dogs and shares their favorite scripture. It delves into the opening prologue of the Catechism and the gospel of John chapter one, emphasizing the reality of God becoming flesh. The concept of love is explored through the story of a music-loving security guard, connecting it to Christmas as God's expression of love to humanity.

Reflecting on the concept of main characters in Christmas pageants, exploring main character syndrome and its impact on our lives, and discussing the deeper point of life as God being the main character.

The podcast discusses the importance of rejoicing, praying, and giving thanks in the present moment. It explores the concept of Main Character syndrome and the need to respond to circumstances rather than trying to control them. The uniqueness of Christian joy is highlighted, referencing Leo Tolstoy's questioning of life's purpose without God. The power of joy and God's presence is emphasized, along with the importance of not waiting for circumstances to change before expressing gratitude and prayer.

This podcast explores the dangers of perfectionism and its impact on personal growth and faith. It discusses the difference between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionism, recognizing the negative effects of self-centeredness and setting unrealistic expectations. The podcast emphasizes the importance of embracing God's gentle and patient love, highlighting the core message of Christianity: the freedom to be imperfect and the need for God's grace.

Explore the significance of the Immaculate Conception, Mary's role in salvation, and taking Mary into our homes. Reflect on the importance of praying the rosary and joining the Advent challenge of daily rosary prayer.

Explore the concept of seeing oneself as the protagonist of their own life and the potential drawbacks of 'main character syndrome'. Highlight the vastness of space and the insignificance of humans in comparison. Discuss the theme of recognizing God as the main character in our lives and surrendering control to Him. Emphasize the significance of every human being in God's image and likeness.

In this podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz discusses the unwritten act in the story of our lives and the need to respond to Jesus' teachings. He shares a heartwarming story of selflessness within a family and emphasizes the importance of real relationships and responsibilities. By placing ourselves under the Lordship of Christ, we can live a new life and participate in God's mission.

Explore tragedy and redemption in movies and real life as the speaker discusses the importance of faithful stewardship through analyzing the relationship between a father and daughter in the movie Taken. Learn about the rescue mission of God and Jesus' triumph over sin, death, and the evil one. Reflect on the longing for love and redemption through a powerful story of a child from an abusive home.

A homily podcast discusses the good and bad news of the Gospel and the brokenness in the world. It reflects on the purpose of human beings, including labor, leisure, and love. The podcast explores the concept of good news and bad news in the Bible, focusing on the story of Adam and Eve and the consequences of their choice.

Father Mike Schmitz talks about the importance of basing our lives on the true story of the Gospel of God. He discusses how movies based on true events often incorporate fictional elements, leading to disappointment. He explores the lens or worldview that Christians have and contrasts it with the false stories people often base their lives on. He also discusses the alarming decline in life expectancy in America and the primary causes of deaths by despair. Lastly, he emphasizes the difference between basing our lives on a false story versus a true story.