
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 approa... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1242 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianitySpiritualityReligion & Spirituality | |||

Fr. Mike explores the essential element of Christian Faith that we “look forward to the resurrection of the dead.” We examine how this belief in the resurrection of the dead means that both our mortal soul and our mortal body will come to life again,... more
The Catechism provides an overview on how Jesus grants the Church the ability to forgive sins through both Baptism and the sacrament of Reconciliation. Fr. Mike doubles down on the revelation that there is no sin that Jesus can’t forgive—and no one i... more
When we show devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, we fulfill her prophecy that “all generations will call me blessed.” The Catechism clearly shows us how such devotion does not compete with devotion to God, but in fact fosters adoration of God. Fr. M... more
Earlier in the Catechism, we unpacked Mary as the Mother of Jesus. Now, we look at what it means for Mary to be the Mother of the Church. Fr. Mike makes it clear that, when he entrusts his disciples to Mary, his Mother, from the Cross, he’s entrustin... more
This morning I am thinking of the first apostles and how they were given the power to heal the sick and why today no one has said a bishop or a priest has healed a sick person. What does that say about the Holy Spirit?
This has been the best series I have listened to in many years. I really wish he would continue the series.
Overall, it’s a steady companion for a year-long journey. Not flashy, not trendy, but quietly transformative in the way a good habit reshapes your life over time.
It took me a little over two years to finish but worth it. Thank you Fr. Mike for your encouragement. Thank you for teaching us the Truth.
I’m not Catholic but I follow Jesus and I love this Pod because Mike’s words lead me to Jesus. You should listen
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This podcast provides an engaging exploration of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, offering listeners a structured reading plan to understand Catholic teachings in depth. Each episode is designed to guide the audience through reflections on contemporary spiritual themes, scripture, and church tradition, fostering a deeper connection with faith. Fr. Mike Schmitz serves as the insightful guide, presenting theological complexities in an accessible manner, making it well-suited for both practicing Catholics and those interested in understanding the faith from an informed perspective. Unique to this series is the integration of prayer with educational content, effectively encouraging personal application of the teachings shared.
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