Fr. Mike Schmitz delves deeply into the profound significance of the leper's words to Jesus:

'If you will it, you can make me clean.'

This verse from Matthew's Gospel embodies the very essence of faith. Fr. Mike explains how this statement captures the heart of faith in two ways: the trust inherent in believing that Christ can purify us and the trust involved in believing in him even if he chooses not to. Fr. Mike says this is the faith you are made for. It is the kind of faith that can change the world. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

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Is there any hope for unity in the United States of America? Fr. Mike gives a resounding "yes". But not over politics or policies—but the principles that our country was founded on.

What's the difference between politics/policies and principles? Fr. Mike has a take that might make you think. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Politics vs. Principles

A question to anyone who is thinking about rejecting Jesus (or has accepted him for that matter): have you even met him? Do you know who you are rejecting?

You might think the answer is yes. The answer might even be yes. But Fr. Mike has something that every single one of us needs to consider before deciding whether or not to stick by Jesus and his Church. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

A Message to Cradle Catholics

Have you ever had dark, disturbing dreams? If you did, did you feel guilty when you woke up? Did you have some vague sense of shame that such dreams came from your mind?

If you’ve ever experienced this, you might have even wondered whether or not such dreams could be considered “sinful.” Fr. Mike is here today to give you the short answer—no, dreams themselves cannot be considered sinful—and the long answer… what are you doing during your waking hours that could be feeding these dark dreams? Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Can I Sin in My Dreams?

Does good prayer feel out of reach for you? Do distractions plague you unceasingly? Are you wondering if you're supposed to be getting more out of prayer time?

Fr. Mike proposes a simple 4-part roadmap to better, more fulfilling prayer time. It's not difficult—it just takes practice. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

4 Keys to Good Prayer

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 circumstances bring the best out of you or the worst out of you, you need Jesus more than you think you do. And that is a very good thing. Here's why. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

When a Miracle Doesn't Happen

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