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

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  • 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.
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  • Day 266: The Gift of Grace (2024)

    Day 266: The Gift of Grace (2024)
    Sep 22 2024
    In this summary of the Catechism’s teaching on holiness, justification, and merit, we briefly consider the work of God’s grace and mercy. His grace moves us from sin and toward him, making us his sons and daughters and bringing us into the very life of the Trinity. This gift of grace invites us to respond to his promptings and invitations freely. Finally, God offers “all the graces needed to attain eternal life.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2017-2029. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    17 mins
  • Day 265: The Call to Holiness (2024)

    Day 265: The Call to Holiness (2024)
    Sep 21 2024
    Each of us is called to holiness. As Fr. Mike puts it, we’re all called to the “heights of holiness.” No matter our station in life, we’re meant for ever greater union with Christ, devoting ourselves to the love of God and neighbor. The path of holiness also entails the Cross, self-denial, and the sacrifice that ultimately leads to peace. And as Fr. Mike reminds us, even if we stumble or fail, we know that we can, time after time, “begin again.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2012-2016. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    13 mins
  • Day 264: Man’s Merit (2024)

    Day 264: Man’s Merit (2024)
    Sep 20 2024
    Knowing that our good actions begin and end in Christ, we recognize that man’s merit is due to God. Fr. Mike explains that charity in Christ is the source of all our merits. In this way, merit is pure grace, and we should look to the saints for examples of how to live this truth out. St. Thérèse of Lisieux puts it best when she prays to God: “In the evening of this life, I shall appear before you with empty hands.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2006-2011. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    15 mins
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A invaluable learning opportunity to grow in faith and understanding of the Catholic Church. Including the history of the church and church tradition.

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Father mike is such a blessing

Praying for father mike and those involve with this blessing. For us to continue to learn more about God, father mike is so enthusiastic with every topic.

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For people who need a review of what catechism means!

I can’t wait to learn from you Father Mike! I followed you for a year in the first Bible in a Year! It was wonderful, and I hope to do it again!

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I am looking forward to learning more about the Catholic Church. It sounds like this is going to be very helpful as a resource.

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For everyone!!!

what a blessing to learn not about God every day and how to live a life in Christ

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Uplifting

I am enjoying the explanation of many parts of my Catholic faith that I don’t understand well.

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Wonderful journey begins!

I have been waiting for this to come out ever since I first heard it might be done. The enthusiasm of Fr. Mike Schmitz is perfect to accompany what might otherwise drift into dry pedagogy at times. I find joy in learning about the Catholic faith in many ways by sharing the journey with Fr. Mike. I also trust him to be a conscientious guide who will ensure I consider aspects of the faith that, left to my own reading, I would likely ignore or not realize.

I can't wait to share this journey with other listeners and my mother and I plan to listen each day and reflect on what we learn.

What a great way to start 2023!

-Michael Moore (Columbus, OH)

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First day of CIY

After doing BIAY 2 years in a row, I am excited that I continue my journey, diving even deeper into my faith with Fr. Mike.

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Cradle Catholic for 58 years Learning Anew

I'm learning so much about the Church that I didn't learn in my years of Catholic school. I'm so glad I decided to listen to my twin sister and start this journey. It is increasing my faith and explaining so much about the Church that I have always loved. I restarted the Bible in a Year as well which has made it even better.

The only drawback is the rapid speech of Fr. Mike so I have to stop and relisten as I take notes. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Today is day 88 and my audible app only goes to day 87 so the app isn't getting the updates. I'm having to go to Youtube to get today's excerpt. It happened last week, as well.

Thank you Fr. Mike and Ascension Press for this amazing resource. I'm praying for you as you are praying for me!

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Fr. Mike Schmitz

Into the day 100's now and starting to appreciate Fr Mike Schmitz's diolog and explanations more, as some of the material is tough at first to understand. The book itself is incrdible and ALL should go thru this. Jesus is real, has been seen, and is sitting in heaven ready to pour the Holy Spirit upon us when we ask for help. I have experienced the help and it too is real and really works! Can't think of anything better to be doing at this time in my life. :) Audible gives us the ability to go back (over and over again)... until we get it.

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