The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 23: We Believe (2026)
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Jan 23, 2026 Fr. Mike explores the communal aspect of faith, highlighting its role in our spiritual journey. He emphasizes that faith is not just personal, but flourishes within a community. Listeners are reminded that walking by faith can bring a taste of eternal life, even amidst suffering. Fr. Mike encourages reliance on biblical figures like Abraham and Mary during challenging times. He also discusses the importance of passing on faith to future generations and the Church's vital role as our mother and guide.
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Faith Is A Foretaste Of Heaven
- Faith already gives us a foretaste of the beatific vision and the goal of our journey.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz explains that faith makes us taste eternal life now even before we see God face to face.
Turn To The Cloud Of Witnesses
- When faith is shaken, turn to the witnesses of faith like Abraham and Mary for strength.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz urges leaning on the 'great cloud of witnesses' to persevere in hope and trust.
Faith Is Personal And Communal
- Faith is both a personal response and inherently communal; you cannot truly believe alone.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz emphasizes that each believer is a link in a chain that carries faith forward.
