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

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.© 2025 Ascension Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Day 283: The Day of Rest (2025)

    Day 283: The Day of Rest (2025)
    Oct 10 2025
    We all tend to make an idol of work. The Catechism teaches us that Sunday is a day of grace and rest from work. Fr. Mike explains what holy leisure looks like, emphasizing the importance of spending time with family, serving the poor, and taking time to meditate and pray. Resting on the Sabbath reminds us that our freedom and identity are found in the Lord. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2184-2195. 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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    23 mins
  • Day 282: The Sunday Obligation (2025)

    Day 282: The Sunday Obligation (2025)
    Oct 9 2025
    Why are Catholics obligated to attend Mass every Sunday? The Catechism teaches us today about the centrality of the Sunday celebration of the Eucharist in the life of the Church. Fr. Mike emphasizes that Sunday Mass is at the heart of our worship because it is the participation in the representation of the Paschal Mystery. He invites us to honor the Sunday obligation out of love for Jesus. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2177-2183. 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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    23 mins
  • Day 281: Keep Holy the Lord’s Day (2025)

    Day 281: Keep Holy the Lord’s Day (2025)
    Oct 8 2025
    We begin exploring the third commandment and learn about rest and worship concerning the Lord’s Day. The Catechism points out that God models what he wants for us as he also rested on the seventh day. Fr. Mike explains the importance of prioritizing rest for ourselves because we are free and no longer enslaved people. The Catechism describes how we are to keep the Lord’s Day holy with “outward, visible, public, and regular worship ‘as a sign of his universal beneficence to all.’” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2168-2176. 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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    21 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.

A priceless gift

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I was baptized Anglican, a cross between Catholic and Protestant. I have leaned more Protestant and gather my learning from all the true trinitarian denominations. I am amazed at this Catechism and have gotten the book too. Every Christian can gain so much understanding from this podcast and the Catechism. And for all the Catholics I have run across who say they are not really being "fed" by the church... we'll dig into the Catechism as an adult and see how much you gain from it!

Every Christian needs this

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Love that you have made it possible to journey through the Catechism with a whole group of faith filled believers. Very helpful that you read the paragraphs and then offer interpretation and instructions on a daily basis.

Thank you Father Mike

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Thank you for your yes to sharing this great gift with us. As we strive to evangelize, you are building us up and strengthening us. Thank you.

What an incredible gift to Christians everywhere.

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Faithfully and historically, this is fantastic. Having a deeper understanding of the Catholic Church will bring you much closer to knowing G-d.

Outstanding!

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Love the explanation each day, and the pace they go at so we are not overwhelmed.

Well done, easy to understand!

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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.

Father mike is such a blessing

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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!

For people who need a review of what catechism means!

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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.

Intrigued

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

For everyone!!!

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