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

Bishop Andrew Cozzens joins Fr. Mike Schmitz to discuss the trust in church authority, the value of the catechism in their faith journey, the importance of obedience, and the transformative power of studying God.

The podcast discusses the challenging call of forgiveness, emphasizing that forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same. It explores the importance of recognizing our own sins and wretchedness, highlighting the power of forgiveness and bringing our hurts to God for healing.

Fr. Mike discusses the meaning of 'daily bread' in the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing trust in God. He explores the importance of having a compassionate heart and caring for others. The chapter also highlights the significance of the Eucharist as our daily bread and invites non-Catholics to consider embracing it.

The podcast discusses praying for God's Kingdom and Will, emphasizing the importance of carrying out God's plan and mission. It explores the concept of the Kingdom of God, the battle between flesh and spirit, and surrendering our will to God. The chapter concludes with the significance of aligning our hearts with God's will and discerning His will with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Learn about hallowing God's name and how it is glorified, loved, and known. Understand the significance of sanctifying God's name through baptism, prayer, and holy living. Explore the importance of recognizing and treating God's name as holy. Discover the connection between God's name and his work, and the unique nature of the name of Jesus. Be inspired to continue walking in the Lord and reflecting the knowledge of God's name in our actions and prayers.

Explore the seven petitions of the Lord's Prayer and their significance, focusing on love for the Father. Discover the importance of praying for God's will and the battle against sin. Reflect on the meaning of the seven petitions and the power of the Father's plan of salvation.

In this episode, Father Mike Schmitz explores the phrase 'Who Art in Heaven' from the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing God's presence all around us and the possibility of returning to the Father through conversion. The podcast also discusses the meaning of 'our Father who art in heaven', the symbol of heaven in the Lord's Prayer, and the concept of dwelling with God forever.

The podcast explores the significance of addressing God as 'our Father' in prayer, discussing the unity of the Trinity and the profound meaning behind this relationship. It also examines the deeper meaning of 'our' in the Lord's prayer and emphasizes the importance of including everyone in our prayers.

Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to discuss the connection between Scripture and Tradition, and the importance of the Catechism. They explore the need for both Scripture and Tradition in understanding God's revelation. They also discuss the pillars of the Catechism and the benefits of consuming audio content. They share personal journeys towards Catholicism and recommend keeping a journal for insights gained from their teachings. They express gratitude for the progress made in understanding the Catechism and anticipation for upcoming episodes.

In this episode, the hosts explore the meaning of addressing God as our Father in the Our Father prayer and the importance of humility. They discuss the significance of calling God our Father in prayer and the impact of personal and cultural experiences with father figures on our relationship with God. Additionally, they emphasize the need to understand the true nature of God and develop a desire to emulate Him in order to truly know Him as our Father.