The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension
In Ascension’s The Catechism in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Catechism of the Catholic Church in 365 episodes, providing explanation, insight, and encouragement along the way.
Unlike any other Catechism podcast, The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast follows a reading plan inspired by Ascension’s Foundations of Faith approach, a color-coded approach that reveals the structure of the Catechism, making it easier to read and understand. With this podcast, you’ll finally understand what it means to be Catholic and how the beliefs of the Catholic Faith come together.
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Catechism of the Catholic Church in 365 days
Understand the essentials of the Catholic Faith and why they matter
Understand how Church teaching is rooted in Sacred Scripture
Absorb over 2,000 years of Sacred Tradition
Encounter God’s plan of sheer goodness for your life
Each 15-20 minute episode includes:
A guided prayer to help you enter into each episode
A reading from the Catechism of the Catholic Church
An explanation from Fr. Mike Schmitz about the reading
The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Unlike any other Catechism podcast, The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast follows a reading plan inspired by Ascension’s Foundations of Faith approach, a color-coded approach that reveals the structure of the Catechism, making it easier to read and understand. With this podcast, you’ll finally understand what it means to be Catholic and how the beliefs of the Catholic Faith come together.
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Catechism of the Catholic Church in 365 days
Understand the essentials of the Catholic Faith and why they matter
Understand how Church teaching is rooted in Sacred Scripture
Absorb over 2,000 years of Sacred Tradition
Encounter God’s plan of sheer goodness for your life
Each 15-20 minute episode includes:
A guided prayer to help you enter into each episode
A reading from the Catechism of the Catholic Church
An explanation from Fr. Mike Schmitz about the reading
The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Sep 15, 2023 • 16min
Day 258: The New Law
Exploring the new law that surpasses the old law, reaching the heart and leading to perfection. The concept of the new law introduced by Christ, based on grace and charity. The teachings of Jesus on the sermon on the Mount emphasizing the importance of charity, love, and the new law. The significance of reconciliation in the Christian life and the teachings found in the sermon on the Mount. How the Sermon on the Mount is a personal invitation to each listener, encouraging them to see themselves in the beatitudes.
Sep 14, 2023 • 13min
Day 257: The Old Law
The podcast discusses the significance of the Old Law as the first stage of Revealed Law, its role in preparing for the Gospel, and the limitations in removing sin. It also explores the importance of justice before mercy, the function of the Old Law as a tutor, and the power Jesus gives us to live the law. The discussion highlights the Ten Commandments and emphasizes freedom and joy in following them.
8 snips
Sep 13, 2023 • 26min
Day 256: The Natural Moral Law
The podcast explores the concept of natural moral law and its connection to the Church's concept of natural law. It emphasizes the importance of both the law that guides us and God's grace in living out our call to beatitude. The hosts discuss the universal existence and immutable nature of natural law, guiding individuals to discern between good and evil. They also explore the foundation for moral decisions, human dignity, the need for salvation, the role of law and grace, and the interconnectedness of the laws governing human behavior.
Sep 12, 2023 • 17min
Day 255: Human Solidarity
The podcast discusses the concept of human solidarity and emphasizes our duty to meet the needs of others. It explores the principles of solidarity and charity, and the importance of reducing social and economic inequalities. The hosts provide examples of practicing solidarity in everyday life and highlight the role of the church in promoting both spiritual and temporal goods.
Sep 11, 2023 • 21min
Day 254: Social Justice
The podcast discusses the importance of social justice and the respect for the human person. It emphasizes the need to love everyone, including our enemies, and work towards fairer conditions for all. The episode also explores forgiveness, love, and equality, and the concept of embracing equality and differences for human solidarity.
5 snips
Sep 10, 2023 • 22min
Day 253: Participation in Public Life
Explore the obligation to participate in the pursuit of the common good, and the importance of personal responsibility. Learn about the significance of engaging in public life, the power of storytelling in shaping values, and the role of education and culture in guiding us towards a good way of living.
Sep 9, 2023 • 18min
Day 252: The Common Good
Fr. Mike Schmitz discusses the interdependence of individual and common good and uses a thought experiment to illustrate their origin. He emphasizes the importance of balancing the needs of the individual and the group for the realization of dignity. The chapter explores the role of authority in protecting the common good and addresses the idea of a global organization to meet diverse needs. It also emphasizes the responsibility to provide for the needs of others and promote global cooperation to alleviate suffering.
7 snips
Sep 8, 2023 • 19min
Day 251: Authorities in Society
The podcast discusses the importance of legitimate authority in society and the duty to obey authority. It explores the concepts of obedience, balanced power, and the rule of law. The podcast emphasizes the importance of respecting authority while also being able to criticize it. It also highlights the need for authority to be grounded in right reason and the common good.
8 snips
Sep 7, 2023 • 22min
Day 250: Conversion in Society
The podcast discusses the importance of inward conversion for societal change, emphasizing that societies are made up of people with body and soul. It highlights the role of society in promoting knowledge sharing, exercising rights, and preserving cultural heritage. The podcast also explores the need to prioritize spiritual dimensions over physical ones and to value God as the ultimate end. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing institutions that hinder justice and concludes by emphasizing the path of charity as the way to move forward.
12 snips
Sep 6, 2023 • 21min
Day 249: The Person in Society
Exploring the communal nature of human beings and their calling to be transformed into the image of God's Son. The importance of social institutions, voluntary associations, and subsidiarity in achieving social goals. The role of society and the family in shaping identity. The significance of the principle of subsidiarity in human communities and the importance of human freedom.
