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God Wants You to Rest
When was the last time you took a real break? Because of the world’s rapid pace, we can easily think of rest as a waste of time...
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Acedia: The Noonday Devil
Fr. Mike Schmitz delivers a timely video in the midst of our Lenten journey as he explores the ancient concept of acedia. This ...
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Focus on These Virtues If You Want to Grow Closer to Christ
Can you guess what 3 virtues are needed to grow close to God? In his book, “Introduction to the Devout Life”, St. Francis de Sa...
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What Does it Mean to be a Man of Virtue?
The Church has a very high bar when it comes to virtue. In fact, to be a man of virtue, you have to be a man of excellence. Bob...
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How to Make a Resolution to Combat Vice and Grow in Virtue
If you've got a question for Fr. Josh, comment below with #AskFrJosh or share a Glory Story of how God has worked in your life ...
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How to Offer Everything to God this Lent
This Lent, you don’t have to wait until you feel ready, strong, or spiritual enough. God is ready to meet you right where you a...
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The Real Reason Modern Life Feels Empty w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dr. Arthur Brooks
Why does life feel empty—even when everything seems “fine”? Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dr. Arthur Brooks explore why modern life leav...
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Your Questions About Cremation and Burial: Answered
Can I be cremated? Is it okay to donate my body to science? What about the relics of Saints, they aren't buried in the ground? ...
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From Protestant Pastor to Catholic Bible Scholar: The Jeff Cavins and Fr. Mike Schmitz Interview
What happens when a deep love for Scripture leads someone away from the Catholic Church—and then all the way back? In this pow...
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