The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Fr. Mike Schmitz and Michael Iskander on "House of David", Catholic Faith, and More
Mar 26, 2026
Michael Iskander, actor who played King David and convert to Catholicism, shares his faith journey and conversion story. He talks about portraying a flawed David, trusting God through an uncertain acting career, and how suffering refines faith. He outlines five spiritual practices for spiritual battle and reflects on unity among Christians and responding courageously to God’s call.
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How David Reveals God's Reach For Broken People
- David's life shows how far God's mercy can reach even after grave sins.
- Michael highlights David's murders and adultery to illustrate that God still calls flawed people as men after God's own heart.
Discus Coaching Notes Prepared A Slinging Actor
- Michael links a high school discus coach's notes to learning the sling for House of David.
- He uses this example to show how past, unexpected preparation equipped him years later for a role.
Sink Or Swim Immigrant Story Shaped Resilience
- Michael recounts immigrating from Egypt and learning English by sink-or-swim, which shaped his resilience.
- He attributes surviving cultural shock and hardships to God's hand teaching him to trust through darkness.