Catholic Classics Introducing Season 4: The Imitation of Christ (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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Sep 17, 2025 
Fr. Mike Schmitz, a beloved Catholic priest and engaging speaker, joins Fr. Gregory Pine to dive into the profound insights of 'The Imitation of Christ' by Thomas à Kempis. They discuss its rich themes of humility, intimacy with Christ, and the Eucharist. Fr. Mike shares why this classic holds enduring value and gives practical tips for reading it. Listeners can look forward to a structured 30-day journey filled with reflection and deep spiritual growth, all exclusively available on the Ascension App.
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Follow The 30-Day Reading Plan
- Use Ascension's updated translation to read the text in contemporary language and download the 30-day reading plan at ascensionpress.com/catholicclassics.
- Use the app's reflection questions and transcripts to deepen group or personal study.
Book Structure Reveals Spiritual Path
- The Imitation of Christ structures spiritual growth from outward discipline to inner intimacy and finally dialogue with Christ and Eucharistic focus.
- Books three and four use a Christ-disciple dialogue, with book four centered on the Blessed Sacrament.
Humility And Detachment As Foundations
- Thomas à Kempis repeatedly insists humility, detachment, and interior prayer as foundations for discipleship.
- He warns that human praise often distracts believers from integrity and Christ-centered living.
