What is a human being? What happens when we die? Why do we visit cemeteries? And why do Catholics bury the dead instead of scattering their ashes?

Today, Fr. Mike connects the dignity of the human person to the dignity of the body in death—and beyond. Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Can’t Catholics Scatter Their Ashes?

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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

Saying Yes to a Life You Did Not Plan

Do you have FOMO? Are you always worried about what you might miss out on? 

Today, Fr. Mike explores why this fear of missing out could be a gift in the spiritual life using the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ as he unravels how the disciples' FOMO led them to overlook a pivotal moment in history. 

The call is to BE fully present. Don't miss out on God moments.  Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Can’t Catholics Scatter Their Ashes?

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