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

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

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In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way. Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading. With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today! Listen and… Read the ENTIRE Bible Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture Each 20-25 minute episode includes: Two to three scripture readings A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.© 2026 Ascension Catholic Faith Formation Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality World
Episodes
  • Day 70: The Offense of Balaam (2026)

    Day 70: The Offense of Balaam (2026)
    Mar 11 2026

    Fr. Mike dives into the character of Balaam, and why his offense was so treacherous towards his relationship with God. Today's readings are Numbers 22, Deuteronomy 23, and Psalm 105.

    For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

    Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    20 mins
  • Day 69: The Bronze Serpent (2026)

    Day 69: The Bronze Serpent (2026)
    Mar 10 2026

    Fr. Mike explains how the bronze serpent is a prefiguration of Jesus on the Cross. We also continue to learn how God's laws in Deuteronomy redefine the social and sexual norms for the Israelites to teach them about the dignity of every human person. Today's readings are Numbers 21, Deuteronomy 22, and Psalm 102.

    For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

    Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    27 mins
  • Day 68: The Waters of Meribah (2026)

    Day 68: The Waters of Meribah (2026)
    Mar 9 2026

    Fr. Mike describes the miracle of the waters of Meribah that God performs for his people in the wilderness. He also explains the logic behind the laws God gives his people to restore their morality as they learn to live in relationship with each other. Today we read Numbers 19-20, Deuteronomy 21, and Psalm 100.

    For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

    Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    25 mins
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Father Mike Schmitz starts by reading the passage first and then explaining it. This is important to know because I thought that you had to read the passage alone first so don't worry if you don't have the reading plan because he reads it to you. That being said they do have a reading plan you can download to follow along and read first if you want. The best part is when Father Mike explains the passage. I've listened to the first 3 and already have learned SO MUCH. Please also listen to the introductory episodes where he talks about helpful tips when you're reading (listening to) the Bible. If you've gone to college then you know that all the reading classes are based on critical theory and work. This is what gave me a hard time the first time I read the Bible through, since I read it at first with a critical mindset. Father Mike talks about how to read without this mindset in order to get the most out of the Bible. I look forward to this podcast throughout the year and it gives me such hope that this is the number one podcast in the US currently! After the year we've been through, we all need this podcast.

Thank you Fr. Mike!

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Father Mike brings passion, enthusiasm, context,and clarity to the Bible stories. I am understanding it and relating to it in a new way. Thank you Father Mike and all who are making this podcast possible. Praying for you and our world.

Bringing passion and understanding

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Increíble tener la posibilidad de escuchar todo el texto bíblico durante un año, pero no de manera arbitraria sino con un guía. Y Father Mike lo hace estupendamente. No solo es un maravilloso narrador, también las explicaciones y comentarios que da sobre las lecturas son iluminadoras y muy edificantes. Altamente recomendable. Muchas gracias por este hermoso podcast!

Increíble y hermoso!!

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this podcast is life changing. I love this podcast. it is the highlight of my day.

wonderful

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I love this podcast. I love the audio when I read along. Fr. Mike is engaging and his insights bring me deeper into the Bible.

Bible in a Year

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