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

Bishop Andrew Cozzens, the Bishop of Crookston and chair of the USCCB Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis, shares profound insights about Church authority. He discusses maintaining trust in the Church, even amidst its leaders' imperfections. Bishop Cozzens highlights the vital role of the Catechism in enriching spiritual lives and the importance of the upcoming National Eucharistic Revival. He emphasizes the relationship between understanding authority and deepening faith, inviting listeners to embrace their spiritual journey with openness.

Celebrate reaching the final day of a transformative year! Discover the profound significance of the Lord's Prayer, uncovering themes of glory and submission to God's will. Reflect on how authentic prayer can deepen our connection with the divine. Every individual is cherished by God, worth the ultimate sacrifice. Conclude with messages of gratitude, hope, and a commitment to community support through ongoing prayer, reminding us of God's unwavering love and presence in our lives.

Explore the deep meaning behind the final petitions of the Lord's Prayer, focusing on our plea to be delivered from evil. Discover the crucial difference between divine trials that foster growth and temptations that lead us astray. Fr. Mike highlights the importance of discernment when facing life's challenges. The conversation culminates in a powerful doxology, reaffirming the triumph of good over evil and the strength found in communal prayer. Join the journey of understanding grace and resisting temptation!

Forgiveness is a challenging yet essential aspect of faith. Explore the profound implications of asking for forgiveness as we engage with God's mercy. Discover how our struggles with pain can become opportunities for intercession. Learn the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and how embracing Christ's mercy transforms our relationships. Daily reflections encourage a journey towards healing, urging a softened heart open to love and forgiveness.

Jeff Cavins, an expert in Scripture and Tradition, dives deep into the connections between the Catechism and the Bible. He discusses how sacred tradition shapes the Catholic faith and preserves its teachings across generations. The conversation covers the creation of a catechism timeline to clarify Church history, and the four pillars that provide a framework for understanding Catholic beliefs. Cavins shares personal insights from his journey uncovering early church teachings, emphasizing patience and active engagement in spiritual learning.

A heartfelt exploration of the petition for daily bread reveals its dual role in fulfilling both physical and spiritual hunger. The discussion emphasizes our reliance on God and the necessity of nurturing community awareness to combat worldly hunger. Listeners are invited to approach God with a childlike trust, recognizing the Eucharist as vital nourishment. The significance of daily bread is interwoven with acts of justice and compassion, reminding us of our broader responsibilities.

The discussion dives deep into the connection between God's kingdom and our responses as believers. Listeners explore the powerful petitions in the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the need to yield to God's will. The transformative role of the Holy Spirit since Pentecost is highlighted, alongside the significance of communal worship. The Eucharist is portrayed as central to the Church's mission. Finally, there's a strong call to surrender personal desires in favor of divine plans, encouraging prayer and support within the faith community.

What does it mean to hallow God’s name? We are not the source or cause of God’s holiness. As the Catechism says, we hallow God’s name so it may be glorified, loved, and known. Jesus instructs us in the Our Father to petition and desire that we be drawn into God’s plan of loving kindness. In time, God’s name is hallowed in how we live and how we pray. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2807-2815. 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.

Explore the Seven Petitions of the Lord's Prayer and their impact on personal faith. Discover how the first three enhance love for the Father, while the next two connect us to our present concerns. The final two reveal the ongoing battle in our prayer life. This engaging discussion deepens our understanding of aligning prayers with God's will, fostering a richer relationship with the divine.

Dive into the profound meaning of the phrase 'Who Art in Heaven' and discover how God is both majestic and intimately close. The discussion highlights our identity as members of God's family, emphasizing the importance of conversion to reconnect with the divine. Explore themes of prayer that foster reconciliation and a deep yearning for our heavenly home. This journey encourages a more profound engagement with spiritual learning, reminding us of God's omnipresence in our lives.