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

The podcast explores the second commandment and the importance of respecting the sacred name of God. It discusses different ways people disrespect God's name and the consequences of misusing it. The episode also emphasizes the significance of approaching God's name with reverence and sincerity in prayer.

This episode discusses agnosticism and the veneration of graven images. The different forms of agnosticism are explored, as well as the justification for the veneration of images in worship. The duty to worship God sincerely is also examined, along with the prohibition of making graven images. The concept of veneration of images is discussed in relation to cultivating love for God.

This podcast explores irreligion and atheism, focusing on the sins of tempting God, sacrilege, simony, and atheism. It discusses the importance of trusting and respecting God and addresses atheism as a serious problem. They also discuss the origins of simony, the parameters for sacraments, and the topic of gifts for priests. The speaker refutes the false dichotomy that Christians do not care about this life.

Fr. Mike discusses superstition, idolatry, divination, and magic, explaining how they break the First Commandment. He warns against attributing power to superstitions and divinizing anything that is not God. The podcast explores the dangers of turning religious acts into superstitious beliefs and emphasizes the Church's stance on avoiding practices such as divination and magic. It also discusses the condemnation of harmful practices and the warning against spiritism and divination.

This episode explores the social duty of religion and the right to religious freedom, emphasizing respect for other religions and evangelization. It discusses the responsibilities of Christians in awakening love for the true and good, and the role of religion in promoting human equality. The boundaries of religious freedom are examined, stressing the importance of setting just limits based on the common good. The relationship between nations and religious freedom is explored, along with upcoming topics of superstition, idolatry, divination, and magic.

Exploring ways to serve God through adoration, prayer, sacrifice, and promises. Emphasizing the importance of regularly practicing adoration and humility. Highlighting the significance of true sacrifice coming from the heart and being coupled with love for one's neighbor. Discusses the role of promises and vows in showing fidelity and love to God.

Explore the first commandment's implications for faith, hope, and charity. Learn about the impact of doubt on faith and the difference between incredulity, heresy, apostasy, and schism. Discover the concept of hating God and the importance of humility and trust.

This podcast explores the unity between loving God and neighbor, highlighting the obligation of the Ten Commandments and the importance of God's grace. It discusses the significance and unity of the commandments in the covenant between God and His people. The chapter also delves into the various actions that violate the Fifth Commandment and emphasizes the importance of relying on God's grace to fulfill His commands.

Exploring the significance of the Ten Commandments and their connection to God's love, freedom, and the covenant. Emphasizing the importance of following God's will and His presence. Discussing Jesus' connection with the commandments and the role of love in Christianity.

The podcast discusses the importance of Christian witnesses in the Church's mission of evangelization. It highlights the significance of living out the truth, being open to the teachings of the Church, and embodying the fruits of the Holy Spirit. The episode emphasizes the impact of giving witness and the importance of fidelity in building up the Church.