

Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz
Ascension
Every week, Catholic priest Fr. Mike Schmitz delivers powerful homilies based on the Sunday Mass Scripture readings, inviting you to live more fully as the person God created you to be. Engaging and motivating, these 20-30 minute homilies will help ground your faith, fortify your heart, and transform your life. Fr. Mike Schmitz preaches from Duluth Minnesota, where he serves as the Newman chaplain for University Minnesota Duluth’s Bulldog Catholic campus ministry.
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Mar 23, 2024 • 26min
03/24/24 He Leadeth Me: Enter the Story
Explore the transformative power of Christ's suffering and how we are called to enter the Story. Learn about the apostolate's essence of embracing suffering and the redemptive power of the mission. Reflect on obedience, harmony restoration, and embracing suffering to surrender to God's will for salvation.

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Mar 16, 2024 • 31min
03/17/24 He Leadeth Me: The Simple Secret
Exploring trust in God's will amidst adversity, the podcast delves into the simplicity of trusting God in all circumstances. It discusses finding purpose in suffering, the concept of God's perfect and permissive will, and the importance of embracing God's plan in difficult moments.

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Mar 9, 2024 • 25min
03/10/24 He Leadeth Me: Owned By the Past
Exploring themes of redemption, transformation, and surrender to God's will. Reflections on faith, regret, and seeking redemption. The power of surrendering to God's grace and finding strength in complete reliance. Transformation through grace, illustrated through art and personal journeys. Embracing courage, overcoming fear, and finding victory in faith.

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Mar 2, 2024 • 29min
03/03/24 He Leadeth Me: The Greatest Grace
Exploring the depth of human brokenness and God's love, Father Walter's heroism, moments of truth after weakness, Jesus clearing the temple, resilience in harsh conditions, self-awareness, and pivotal decisions in adversity.

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Feb 24, 2024 • 25min
02/25/24 He Leadeth Me: As Long As...
Exploring faith, challenges, and trust in God's plan through personal stories. Reflecting on the delicate balance between expectations and reality. Emphasizing surrender and obedience to God over questioning 'why'.

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Feb 17, 2024 • 25min
02/18/24 He Leadeth Me: Great Expectations
Exploring expectations in the spiritual journey, the impact of unmet expectations on encountering God, commitment to discipline and mission, and dealing with disillusionment and disappointment as a missionary in Russia.

Feb 15, 2024 • 15min
02/14/24 Ash Wednesday: Hope, Faith, Love in Lent
On this podcast, the host discusses the importance of fasting, reflecting on biblical examples and personal change during Lent. They emphasize the significance of faith, hope, and love in our actions and sacrifices, highlighting that even small acts matter to God. They also explore the meaning behind receiving ashes on Ash Wednesday and the symbolism of the cross.

Feb 10, 2024 • 18min
02/11/24 Holy Moments: His Moments
Explore the concept of holy moments and how dedicating actions to God can give them a deeper meaning. Discover the origin of 'The Wizard of Oz' and how it became a love letter. Reflect on the transformative power of dedicating everything to God and finding the sacred in every moment.

Feb 3, 2024 • 23min
02/04/24 Holy Moments: Shared Moments
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the power and love of Jesus and encourages listeners to seek him in their lives. They talk about the significance of sharing and relate it to the concept of holy moments in everyday life. They also discuss living a shared life and being generous, highlighting the example of a friend who moved to Cambodia to share the grace of Jesus. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of honesty in prayer and finding holiness in both despair and joy.

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Jan 27, 2024 • 23min
01/28/24 Holy Moments: Present Moment
The podcast discusses the importance of living in the present moment and avoiding distractions. They explore the connection between holiness and wonder, emphasize the dangers of distracted driving, and share tips on handling interruptions effectively. The concept of holy moments and the challenges of distractions in today's society are also explored.


