The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 3: What We Believe (Part 1 Introduction with Jeff Cavins) (2026)
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Jan 3, 2026 
Joined by Jeff Cavins, a renowned Catholic Bible teacher and catechetical leader, they dive into the foundational first pillar of the Catechism. Jeff outlines the four pillars and the importance of the Creed as God's salvation plan. He discusses the challenges readers face, emphasizing patience and the significance of both intellectual assent and personal faith. They also explore how Scripture and tradition guide our understanding of belief, highlighting the church's communion with Christ and the catechism as a treasure leading us towards the divine.
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Truman Show Analogy For Revelation
- Jeff Cavins uses The Truman Show to illustrate humanity's search and the moment of divine 'pulling back the curtain.'
- The analogy shows revelation as God stepping forward like the creator speaking to Truman.
Read With Patience And Eagerness
- Be patient and read the Catechism with the heart of a son or daughter seeking their Father.
- Accept that you won't grasp everything at once and listen repeatedly with eagerness and humility.
Move From Assent To Entrusting
- Respond to God's revelation in both words and deeds rather than mere assent.
- Move from intellectual assent to entrusting your life practically to what you believe.
