The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
AscensionIn 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 | 1282 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianitySpiritualityReligion & Spirituality | |||
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We begin our examination of the sacrament of Confirmation. Fr. Mike emphasizes that the reception of Confirmation is necessary for the completion and strengthening of baptismal grace. He also highlights the vital importance of the reception of Confir... more
In this summary of the Church’s teachings on Baptism, the Catechism relays the heart of the sacrament. If you needed to quickly explain Baptism to someone on the street—Fr. Mike says—this would be your guide. Fr. Mike hones in on the fact that Baptis... more
The Catechism shows us how Baptism unites the Church as a “People of God of the New Covenant” and goes so far as to say that “Baptism constitutes the foundation of communion among all Christians.” We all belong to Jesus, together. Fr. Mike highlights... more
Baptism has profound effects upon the baptized: “purification from sins and new birth in the Holy Spirit.” The Catechism shows us that the graces of Baptism are so deep that—for the newly baptized—“nothing remains that would impede their entry into t... more
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Have tried to read and understand the Catechism by myself and have given up. You have helped me to understand better.
Apple Podcasts5ambershll
Canada12 days ago - Led me home
Wonderful podcast! It has been so foundational for me in my conversation to Catholicism.
Apple Podcasts5Stjskabatwi
United States17 days ago - Eryk’s first time listening to this Podcast
Hi there Fr. Mike Schmitz, I have been waiting for this Catechism Podcast and it’s very interesting that I am able to hear the word of Jesus Christ. God bless you and your team.
Apple Podcasts5Eryk MerskiCanada25 days ago - Bishop. Pillar 2
This was a great session. It’s so important to understand the Jewish meaning of remembrance and memorial. It makes Present the event. Jesus IS actually present. I AM is at every mass.
What a gift! Thank you Jesus.
Apple Podcasts5mary aculousUnited Statesa month ago - Apostles
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?
Apple Podcasts5QulvarunUnited Statesa month ago
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Spotify | #29 | United States/Religion & Spirituality |
Apple Podcasts | #12 | United States/Religion & Spirituality/Christianity |
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What is The Catechism in a Year about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A devotional, study-focused series that guides listeners through core Catechism teachings via a structured, bite-sized format. Each 15- to 20-minute episode begins with prayer, presents a reading from the Catechism, and is followed by Fr. Mike Schmitz's explanations to illuminate Church teaching within Scripture and Tradition. The approach emphasizes the catechetical plan's clarity (including a color-coded structure) and aims to help Catholics and curious listeners see how beliefs connect across doctrine, liturgy, and daily life. A few episodes explore deep topics in mercy, resurrection, and ecclesial life, often weaving quotes from saints and Scripture to ground understanding and personal reflection. Notably, the show stylizes catechesis a... more
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2. Bishop Andrew Cozzens
3. Jeff Cavins
4. Sister Miriam James Heidland
5. Dr. Mary Healy
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