Vatican II In A Year
Fr. Matthew Schneider, LC
Vatican II In A Year is a daily podcast by Fr. Matthew Schneider, LC that guided listeners day-by-day through the documents of the Second Vatican Council from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025. Each episode offered clear readings and explanations of the Council's constitutions, decrees, and pastoral teachings, helping Catholics understand Vatican II's key ideas and their relevance for today. Now that the year-long journey is complete, all episodes are available — providing a complete, accessible audio resource for anyone who wants to study Vatican II systematically and prayerfully.
Episodes
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Oct 10, 2025 • 9min
Day 286: PO 14: Follow God's will in priesthood
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 14 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 10, 2025 • 11min
Day 285: PO 13: Sincere dedication to priestly duties
Discover the profound connection between a priest's sincere dedication to duty and their journey to holiness. Uncover how teaching God’s word enhances spiritual growth and the pivotal role of the Mass in a priest's life. Delve into the significance of administering confession with pastoral gentleness and the importance of communal prayer. Explore the Good Shepherd model, emphasizing sacrifice and compassionate leadership. This exploration highlights the essence of priestly vocation and its impact on the faithful.
Oct 9, 2025 • 11min
Day 284: PO 12: Priests are in the likeness of Christ the priest
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 12 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 9, 2025 • 10min
Day 283: PO 11: We need to promote vocations to the priesthood
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 11 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 9, 2025 • 13min
Day 282: PO 10: Shared mission of all priests
In today's discussion, the focus is on the universal mission of priests and how ordination prepares them to minister across cultures and times. The need for updating incardination norms for modern pastoral needs is addressed, alongside an explanation of priests' roles in various missionary structures like prelatures and vicariates. The importance of facilitating easier transfers for priests to areas in need is highlighted, while the idea of sending priests in teams, trained in local languages and cultures, is strongly advocated.
Oct 7, 2025 • 11min
Day 281: PO 9: Priests are for Jesus first, not our own ends
Delve into the significance of priests' relationships with the laity, emphasizing their brotherly bond. Explore how priests must lead for Christ while valuing lay perspectives and initiatives. Discover the importance of supporting laypeople in contemplative prayer and fostering unity in charity. Learn about priests' roles as peacemakers and moral guides, while also addressing their duties towards non-Catholics and promoting ecumenism. Finally, hear about the laity's responsibility to support and pray for their spiritual leaders.
Oct 7, 2025 • 13min
Day 280: PO 8: Brotherhood of the priesthood
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 8 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 6, 2025 • 10min
Day 279: PO 7: Priests & bishops should be united
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 7 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 5, 2025 • 13min
Day 278: PO 6: Priests should lead God's people
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 6 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
Oct 5, 2025 • 15min
Day 277: PO 5: Priests should sanctify people
Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, LC SThD, reads paragraph 5 of Presbyterorum Ordinis today. More information and support: FrMatthewLC.com/Vatican SQPN.com/Vatican https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19651118_apostolicam-actuositatem_en.html Theme: Ave Maris Stella performed by Fr. Andreas Kramarz, LC PhD and the Cheshire seminary choir, used with permission. lccheshire.org
