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The Miracle of Confession
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
07/14/22 • 7 min
Learn more about Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. Josh Johnson's Pocket Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation: https://tinyurl.com/yhwfakge
4 Listeners
Sneaky Ways to Be Prideful (and How to Stop)
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
11/23/23 • 8 min
"I don't... think... I'm prideful...?"
Great! If you examine your actions and intentions and you don't detect any obvious pride, that's a wonderful thing. But as each one of us grows deeper in relationship with Jesus, he will reveal ever more nuanced ways that pride can sneak its way into our lives, giving us opportunities to reveal those places to Jesus and letting him perfect us.
Today, Fr. Mike uncovers some of those sneaky areas of our life where pride can burrow itself and cause major problems.
3 Listeners
What If Life Doesn't Get Easier?
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
01/25/24 • 7 min
Don't let anyone trick you into thinking life isn't hard. Experience tells us all that life is truly difficult at times. But even still... haven't you ever just wished it was easier?
Today, Fr. Mike proposes an alternative to just wishing things were easier. When life gets difficult, there is only one way forward (hint: it's not just grinning and bearing it).
3 Listeners
The Symptoms of Vanity (and the Surprising Cure)
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
02/15/24 • 5 min
"Vanity of vanities! All is vanity!" Okay maybe not everything, but probably more than you thought.
Vanity isn't just looking the mirror too much (although it could be). Vanity isn't just too much plastic surgery (although it could be). Vanity is "the inordinate preoccupation with what other people think."
Fr. Mike suggests we look at our lives a little more closely with this new definition—and to look at Jesus for the solution.
3 Listeners
What (Not) to Do with Criticism
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
03/24/22 • 7 min
When we receive criticism from someone it's easy to think that we can either put up our fists and fight it or let it defeat us. But are those really the only two options?
Today, Fr. Mike walks us through the third option when being criticized and how to receive a negative comment well and with charity.
2 Listeners
Did God Create Aliens?
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
08/31/23 • 5 min
Do aliens from outer space really exist? Did God create them? Are they intelligent? What does that mean for our faith?
Today, Fr. Mike's answer might not be what you're looking for, but... it's the truth.
2 Listeners
What You Need to Be Saved (Faith vs. Works)
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
08/03/23 • 11 min
There is an age old question often debated among between Catholics and Protestant. Are we saved by faith or works? How are we saved?
Today, Fr. Mike continues the discussion on faith and weighs in on the Catholic Church's teaching on faith and works. The answer may surprise you.
2 Listeners
What Constitutes a Practicing Catholic?
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
01/25/17 • 7 min
It may be difficult to tell a non-practicing Catholic that he or she can’t receive Communion, but—as Fr. Mike Schmitz proves in this episode—in the big picture, you would actually be helping the person. While telling an awe-inspiring story about a seminarian, Fr. Mike lays out what it means to be a practicing Catholic and shows how the requirements can transform a person's life.
2 Listeners
What REAL Faith Looks Like
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
07/27/23 • 8 min
We must place our faith in Christ in order to allow him to save us. But what does it actually mean to have faith? What does it look like? Does it mean you just "agree" with everything Jesus and his Church say? Or is it deeper than that?
Today, Fr. Mike draws a sharp distinction between faith and mere "agreement", and calls us to a more radical trust in our savior.
2 Listeners
Why It's Important to Laugh at Yourself
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
07/21/22 • 10 min
Do you take yourself too seriously? Are you unwilling to acknowledge your faults and weaknesses to others- or even to yourself?
Today Fr. Mike shares with us some lessons in humility and being willing to laugh at yourself.
2 Listeners
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast have?
The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast currently has 491 episodes available.
What topics does The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Christianity, Society & Culture, Religion & Spirituality and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast?
The episode title 'The Miracle of Confession' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast?
The average episode length on The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast is 8 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast released?
Episodes of The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast?
The first episode of The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast was released on May 14, 2015.
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