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Fr. Mike Schmitz
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The Liturgy of the Hours Explained
You may have heard of the Liturgy of the Hours, but not quite like this. Fr. Mike Schmitz shares why this ancient prayer holds ...
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How Being a Christian Will Affect Your Life
As we discover the lives of the saints, it seems they endured quite a bit of suffering before receiving their eternal reward. I...
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The Virtue That Takes Virtue to the Next Level
Fr. Mike introduces us to the virtue that makes other virtues excellent: magnanimity. If someone asked you what the most essent...
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How to Question Your Faith Well
The Catholic Church loves questions, but are we asking them for the right reasons? One of our Doctors of the Church, St. Thomas...
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This is the Christian Solution to Vanity
Vanity is not what many people think it is. It can come in many forms, and is not necessarily an infatuation with yourself. Van...
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How to Be Okay with Silence
Does silence ever feel uncomfortable? Do you fill the quiet with TV, music, or endless scrolling? Fr. Mike explains why silence...
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God Loves You as You Are, Not as You Wish You Were
Regardless of sin, wasted potential, or discouragement, the Lord loves you as you are. Fr. Mike Schmitz shares the unending dep...
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Fr. Mike’s Tips for Praying as a Busy Person
How do I fit in prayer with my busy schedule? Fr. Mike shares some practical advice for fitting in prayer when you feel you don...
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Saying Yes to a Life You Did Not Plan
Who is orchestrating your life? If it's God—and not you—what will you say to him? Fr. Mike suggests trying "yes." Whether life...
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