The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
AscensionIn 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 s... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1874 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityHistoryReligion & Spirituality | |||
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Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today's readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus's directive to each one of us: "[You] Strive to ent... more
Fr. Mike reflects on the goodness and providence of God the Father, emphasizing how Jesus calls us to be shamelessly persistent in prayer. Fr. Mike also explains two difficult passages found in today's readings: what Jesus means when he tells the sto... more
Fr. Mike discusses our call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, specifically focusing on God’s call to renounce all that is ours and trust in him. He also highlights the story of Mary and Martha and encourages us not to allow the cares of life t... more
In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord’s compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God’s mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a ba... more
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- Amazing, a true blessing
I am almost through my fourth time. Continues to touch my heart and change my life. I learn something new every day
Apple Podcasts5KeriNY
United States8 days ago This podcast is life changing. Thank you father Mike for sharing the word in such an informative and exciting way.
Podcast Addict510 days agoMic- Since the beginning
I began listening to the program with Father Mike in 2021 and have re-listened to the program every year since. I still hear and learn something new every year!
Apple Podcasts5MBK621United States10 days ago - Worth re- listening to many times
Wonderful podcast that has helped me understand my faith more and brought me closer to God. Will definitely re-listen many times to hear the rich commentary. Delivered with expression, humor and clear love for the word of God.
Apple Podcasts5A E H JUnited States16 days ago Been listening almost every day since about a month after the start.
Podcast Addict516 days agoRanda
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Spotify | #3 | United States/Religion & Spirituality |
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A daily guided journey through the Bible pairs Scripture readings with Catholic commentary, practical reflection, and closing prayer. Fr. Mike Schmitz reads passages from across the biblical timeline and explains their historical setting, theological connections, and relevance to everyday choices, prayer, and spiritual growth. The format is structured for listeners to follow a year-long reading plan in short sessions, while the recurring reflections help connect individual passages to the broader story of salvation history. Jeff Cavins joins for occasional context-setting conversations about the reading plan and biblical timeline. The approach combines close attention to Scripture with accessible teaching and explicitly Catholic perspective... more
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1. The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
2. The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast
3. Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz
4. The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
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