The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

The Biggest Opportunity Most Catholics Ignore (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 16.07.2026 7min

Become a saint by saying "yes" to God, starting with the Mass. Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why the Eucharist is God's greatest gift and why the saints made it the center of their lives. If we want to become holy, we can't ignore the place where Jesus gives Himself completely to us. Don't settle for what's easy, discover why faithful participation in the Mass is essential on the path to sainthood.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

What Matters More Than Success 09.07.2026 6min

What does Jesus mean when he tells us to “bear fruit”? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains that bearing fruit isn’t simply about being productive or avoiding laziness, it’s about who we are becoming and allowing God to transform our lives. How can you bear fruit today? Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Train Your Heart to Trust 02.07.2026 8min

What does "Give us this day our daily bread" really mean? Fr. Mike Schmitz explores why Jesus teaches us to ask for "daily bread" and how this simple prayer invites us to trust God one day at a time.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

The Differences Between Men and Women 25.06.2026 8min

Are men and women really that different? And if so, what do those differences reveal about how we relate to one another? Fr. Mike Schmitz explores how the differences between men and women are not reasons for division, but reminders of our need for one another. Rather than pitting the sexes against each other, our unique strengths and perspectives can help us pursue truth, navigate difficult decisions, and flourish together.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

How to Correct Someone Without Hurting Them 18.06.2026 7min

What's the difference between criticism and correction, and does it really matter? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains how to offer correction in a way that is both loving and effective. Instead of assuming motives, resorting to name-calling, or making personal attacks, he encourages us to focus on the facts. And when we're unsure of someone's intentions, choose trust over suspicion.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Politics Are Distracting You From This (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 11.06.2026 7min

Are headlines, podcasts, and politics consuming your attention? Fr. Mike Schmitz encourages us to step away from the constant noise of news, politics, and our phones and turn instead to Scripture. In the Bible, we encounter the wisdom, truth, and peace that no news cycle can provide.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

What I’d Tell Someone on Their Deathbed 04.06.2026 8min

What do you say to someone when they're at their last moment of life? Fr. Mike Schmitz shares what he would tell someone who's dying and it might be different than what you think.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Be Catholic? 28.05.2026 11min

Fr. Mike wants everyone to be Catholic, but why? Isn't Catholicism just a list of rules? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why the Catholic faith is about far more than simply “following rules.” Instead, it’s about encountering the goodness of God and experiencing the beauty of life with Him through the Catholic faith. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

The Sin Jesus Spoke About Most Seriously 21.05.2026 11min

"Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea." Matthew 18:6 Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds us that our actions carry weight. He cautions us to remember that someone is always watching, and that we represent something greater than ourselves. Are our actions and behaviors leading others closer to God or closer to sin?Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Fr. Mike Reacts to Theo Von's Prayer 14.05.2026 7min

If you're a Christian and you follow Theo Von at all, you've probably heard about his reaction to an audience member calling in and getting vulnerable about his struggles. Theo Von responds by opening up about his ongoing spiritual journey and his struggles in vice and prayer. But Fr. Mike didn't choose to highlight this moment just because of Theo Von and his journey. Theo Von's vulnerability, honesty, and frankness reveal a lot about the fickleness of the human heart—and the incredible nature of God's mercy. Today, Fr. Mike wants you to meditate on the revelations Theo Von has had, and how they might reflect some of your own journey towards a closer union with God.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why You Need to Take Care of Your Body 07.05.2026 10min

We can fall into two traps when it comes to the body: believing the body is nothing, or believing the body is everything. Both are distortions of the truth. Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds us that we are both body and soul. Your body is part of who you are, and your soul is part of who you are, so caring for both matter. At the same time, St. Pope John Paul II warned against the “cult of the body”, the idea that our value is determined by appearance, fitness, or physical perfection. Your worth is not defined by your body, but caring for your body can be an act of gratitude toward the One who gave it to you. How can you care for your body today? Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Praying Like this Changed My Life 30.04.2026 8min

Struggling to pray? Fr. Mike Schmitz shows how Ignatian prayer makes prayer simple again by using Scripture and your imagination to enter into the Gospel. Begin by asking the Holy Spirit for help, choosing a short Gospel passage, and slowly immersing yourself in it one sense at a time. Rather than replacing other prayers, Ignatian prayer deepens them, helping you grow in trust and a more personal relationship with Christ.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with Fr. Mike Schmitz (Sacred Art Version) 23.04.2026 16min

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This Teaching Will Change Your Life 16.04.2026 5min

Struggling to understand the Bible? Fr. Mike Schmitz shares how the Great Adventure Bible Timeline helped him finally connect the story of salvation. Now fully refreshed, with on-location filming and expert insights, this powerful series brings Scripture to life like never before. Whether you're new or experienced, see the big picture of God’s plan and your place in it! Understand the Bible like never before: ascensionpress.com/bibletimeline Check out the free preview of the Bible Timeline: https://ascensionpress.com/pages/bible-timeline-free-preview-refreshSupport The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

My Message For All Catholics (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 09.04.2026 11min

Happy Easter! In this joyful season, as we celebrate the beauty of our faith, we’re also reminded of our human brokenness, and how at times, that brokenness can reflect poorly on the Church. Fr. Mike Schmitz encourages us not to get discouraged nor walk away, whether we’re new to the Church or have been Catholic our whole lives, but instead to refocus on what makes our faith truly unique, Jesus Christ, fully present in the Eucharist: Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Don’t Go Into Easter Without Asking Yourself This (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 02.04.2026 10min

Throughout Lent, and really throughout the entire Christian life, we keep Christ crucified before our eyes as a reminder of how deeply we are loved. But it also confronts us with a question: Do I want to be associated with that? Fr. Mike Schmitz challenges us, especially during Holy Week but also every day, to answer honestly: Do I want to be associated with Jesus, even if it means suffering? Our hope is that the answer becomes “yes,” day after day. Because no matter the trials or sacrifices, nothing compares to the joy of being with Him at the end of it all.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Fr. Mike Schmitz and Michael Iskander on "House of David", Catholic Faith, and More 26.03.2026 36min

Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Michael Iskander, best known for his role as King David in House of David, for a powerful conversation on faith, vocation, and the journey toward God. They reflect on David as a flawed man after God’s own heart, exploring what it means to live faithfully, trust God’s mercy, and simply do the “next right thing.” Michael also shares his journey to Catholicism, including his experience growing up in Egypt amid persecution and the moments that led him to a deeper relationship with God. Michael also shares his “five stones” for spiritual battle, which serve as a practical and powerful roadmap for staying grounded in the spiritual life: The Rosary The Eucharist Sacred Scripture Fasting Monthly Confession Don’t miss this inspiring conversation and be sure to check out Season 2 of House of David, streaming March 27 on Prime Video.Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

If You're Doing This, It's Not Love (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 19.03.2026 7min

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"No Salvation Outside the Church” Explained (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 12.03.2026 7min

Will only Catholics go to Heaven? Is there any hope for those outside the Catholic Church? Fr. Mike Schmitz explores the doctrine, "Outside the Church there is no salvation," to help us understand God's plan for redemption and His intention to save all, both Catholic and non-Catholic. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Your Fasting is Doing More Than You Think (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz) 05.03.2026 5min

Our lives are so full of noise, distractions, constant activity. But we weren’t made to be filled with these things. Fr. Mike Schmitz reminds us that fasting isn’t just about food. It’s about emptying ourselves so God can fill us. Lent isn’t only about saying no, it’s about saying yes to Someone greater. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast