The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Episodes

• The Key to a Good LifeHave you ever considered how even good things, like podcasts or audiobooks, can distract us from being fully present? In this video, Father Mike explores how constant input can keep us from experiencing God's first language: silence. Learn how break free from the noise, recognize your own thoughts and ideas, and better hear the voice of God. Ascension's Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition has arrived! Preorder your copy today! https://ascensionpress.com/LOTH Order your copy of, "Is God Bigger Than a Dragon?" today! https://ascensionpress.com/products/i... After helping millions of people encounter Scripture through the chart-toppingThe Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast, Ascension is bringing that same transformative journey to families through a new daily video podcast: The Bible in a Year: Family Edition (with Fr. Josh Johnson), launching January 1, 2027. Learn More about the Bible in a Year Family Edition: https://ascensionpress.com/biyfamily

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• The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary with Fr. Mike SchmitzPray the Sorrowful Mysteries with Fr. Mike Schmitz! The Sorrowful Mysteries 00:00 The Holy Rosary 2:02 The Agony in the Garden 4:44 The Scourging at the Pillar 7:25 The Crowing with Thorns 10:11 The Carrying of the Cross 12:55 The Crucifixion and Death of Jesus

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• The Power of AdorationFr. Mike Schmitz shares the words of Jesus that have changed his life: “Could you not watch with me one hour?” These words have deeply shaped Fr. Mike’s life as well as the life of Blessed Fulton Sheen, who made a daily holy hour. Whether it’s a full hour or just five quiet minutes, spending time with Jesus in the Eucharist can transform your life. Discover the power of simply being with Jesus and see how Eucharistic prayer has changed the lives of Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fulton Sheen.

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• 5 Books I Think Everyone Should ReadIn our fast-paced, modern world, it can be difficult to slow down, make time to read, and truly commit to learning. If you’re looking for a good book to dive into though, Fr. Mike Schmitz shares some of his top book recommendations and explains why these books are worth taking the time to explore.

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• Fulton Sheen Changed My LifeOn Thursday September 24, 2026, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will be beatified! Fr. Mike Schmitz shares how Fulton Sheen has changed his life through the books he wrote, stories he told and the heroic virtue he exemplified. Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, pray for us 🙏

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• Overwhelmed by Your Responsibilities?"If only I had wings like a dove that I might fly away and find rest... But I will call upon God, and the LORD will save me." Psalm 55:7, 17 Do you find yourself in the same spot as David? Whether it's just a season or you've been feeling it for a while, Fr Mike Schmitz reminds us to attend to the honest desires of our heart. We are not called to run away from responsibility, but if you're feeling burnt out or discouraged where you're at, it's time for a good conversation with the Lord, trusting that He will take care of you.

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• Is God Calling You to a Vocation You Don’t Want?One of the scariest questions we can ask ourselves is, "What's God's will for my life?" Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds us that God will never call us to a vocation that we don't want. Even though God has a plan for your life, He is good and will not force you to say yes to something you don't want. If you're angry or scared about the vocation you feel God is calling you to, don't ignore it, talk with Him about it.

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• Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews The Odyssey AND Spider-ManFr. Mike Schmitz reviews The Odyssey and Spider-Man! Find out what Father liked, what he didn’t, and what he thinks could have made The Odyssey even better!

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• The Most Underrated Virtue…There are four cardinal virtues: prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude. Yet how often do we think about these, let alone practice them? Fr. Mike Schmitz shares why fortitude is his favorite virtue, how great saints like Maximillian Kolbe exercised fortitude in his daily life and how we can practice it in our everyday lives. If you want to dive deeper into virtue, Fr. Mike's book, Unshakeable, is the perfect place to start! Order your copy of Fr. Mike's book, Unshakeable, today! https://ascensionpress.com/products/unshakeable-building-a-life-of-virtue-in-a-world-of-chaos

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• “I’ve Been Thinking About This Everyday”In our fast-paced world, it's easy to forget our dignity and worth. However, Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds us that every person is worth more than the entire universe. Yet at every Mass, we still pray, "Lord, I am not worthy." How can both be true? Fr. Mike unpacks this beautiful paradox of the Catholic faith. Our worth is immeasurable, but in the Eucharist, even the smallest fragment of the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ, is the greatest reality on earth. When we say, "Lord, I am not worthy," we're not denying our dignity. We're humbly acknowledging God's infinite holiness and our need for His mercy.

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