Episodes

  • Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"

    Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"
    Jan 30 2025
    Spoiler: Fr. Mike thinks the music is great. But other than that... there are some major problems here.
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    6 mins
  • The Only Sin God CAN’T Forgive...

    The Only Sin God CAN’T Forgive...
    Jan 23 2025
    "Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven." Matthew 12:31 What is the sin "against the Spirit"? What is the sin that God can't forgive? Fr. Mike reveals to us that this sin is... any sin. Today, he explains how that's possible and how we can lean on God's goodness and mercy for salvation.
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    6 mins
  • What True Humility Really Looks Like

    What True Humility Really Looks Like
    Jan 16 2025
    What does true humility really look like? Some may believe that a humble person must diminish themselves, becoming small or insignificant. But is that truly the essence of humility? Fr. Mike Schmitz offers a deeper perspective on what it means to be truly humble. He explains that humility actually requires both confidence and honesty. When we speak the truth and live authentically in that truth, we embody the heart of true humility.
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    8 mins
  • Christian Stoicism (Can You Be a Stoic Catholic?)

    Christian Stoicism (Can You Be a Stoic Catholic?)
    Jan 9 2025
    Stoicism has its roots in Ancient Greece and Rome (300 BC) but it's seen a resurgence on social media in recent years. Stoic virtues like prudence, fortitude, and self-control can be very attractive, and Christians might wonder, "is Stoicism compatible with my faith?" The answer is: yes and no. Fr. Mike breaks down the good and true aspects of Stoicism—and he also uncovers where it falls short, and only Christianity can bridge the gap.
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    9 mins
  • How to Start Somewhere (Because You Have to Start Somewhere)

    How to Start Somewhere (Because You Have to Start Somewhere)
    Jan 2 2025
    If you've tried and tried but you keep falling down and you're tired of starting over... this video is for you. Fr. Mike lays out a plan to start again and keep going, no matter the struggle, and shares the secret that makes it possible.
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    7 mins
  • If You’re Discouraged This Christmas, You Are Not Alone

    If You’re Discouraged This Christmas, You Are Not Alone
    Dec 26 2024
    Just because it's "the most wonderful time of the year" doesn't mean that everything is working out for you. But if tough times have actually given way to full-blown discouragement for you this Christmas, Fr. Mike has a word for you: "Emmanuel". On behalf of Fr. Mike and everyone here at Ascension, Merry Christmas to you and all of your loved ones. God bless you this Jubilee Year 2025!
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    9 mins
  • When Is Our Time to Die?

    When Is Our Time to Die?
    Dec 19 2024
    "Does God take us when he feels like our time here is over?" Fr. Mike tackles this question and examines the motivations behind it to show us why God made us and why our value doesn't lie in what we do in this life.
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    9 mins
  • What People Forget About Our Lady of Guadalupe

    What People Forget About Our Lady of Guadalupe
    Dec 12 2024
    The apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary that came to be known as Our Lady of Guadalupe was a miracle. The Castilian roses that came from Tepeyac Hill in winter were a miracle. The divinely illustrated vision of Our Lady on St. Juan Diego's tilma was a miracle—as is the fact that the tilma composed of organic fibers has refused to degrade for 500 years and is still available to see to this day. But none of those were the greatest miracle that Our Lady brought to the Americas that fateful century. Fr. Mike points out the incredible miracle that many people gloss over—but the one that makes an eternal difference.
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    9 mins