
Catholic Classics: The Imitation of Christ
Fr. Mike Schmitz is the new host of Catholic Classics, season 4

The Bible Timeline you love, now filmed around the world.
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Discover how waiting can become a place of grace and encounter with Christ. Follow along daily with Fr. Mike through his prayer journal and video reflections in the Ascension app.

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Beloved host of The Bible in a Year and The Catechism in a Year podcasts—reveals tools and stories for readers to consistently lean into God's joy and peace by cultivating virtue in everyday life.

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Should Catholics Practice This Buddhist Princip...
Ascension TeamListen to Fr. Mike’s full recording of "The Imitation of Christ", now on the Ascension App! Or check out: https://ascensionpress.com/catholicclassics
Should Catholics Practice This Buddhist Princip...
Ascension TeamListen to Fr. Mike’s full recording of "The Imitation of Christ", now on the Ascension App! Or check out: https://ascensionpress.com/catholicclassics
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Should I Keep a Secret? (w/ Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
Ascension TeamFr. Mark-Mary explains why it’s important to keep trust. If something is shared in confidence, it isn’t ours to pass along.
Should I Keep a Secret? (w/ Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
Ascension TeamFr. Mark-Mary explains why it’s important to keep trust. If something is shared in confidence, it isn’t ours to pass along.
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This Changed the Way I Saw Mary (w/ Fr. Mark-Ma...
Ascension TeamWhat does it mean to take Mary as your mother? What does it look like to bring her into our home? Fr. Mark-Mary explains the role of Mary in our...
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Ascension TeamWhat does it mean to take Mary as your mother? What does it look like to bring her into our home? Fr. Mark-Mary explains the role of Mary in our...
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Ascension TeamDr. Sri delves into the depth of St. Thérèse's life, highlighting her profound sufferings, trauma, and family challenges.
St.Thérèse & Trauma: The Real Story of Her Soul...
Ascension TeamDr. Sri delves into the depth of St. Thérèse's life, highlighting her profound sufferings, trauma, and family challenges.
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This Parable Confuses Me the Most
Ascension TeamHow do we make sense of parables that seem confusing at first? What does Jesus mean when He says to “make friends with dishonest wealth”?
This Parable Confuses Me the Most
Ascension TeamHow do we make sense of parables that seem confusing at first? What does Jesus mean when He says to “make friends with dishonest wealth”?
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Scripture at the Turning Point
Ascension TeamOur lives are marked by turning points. Jeff encourages us to turn to Scripture in moments of chaos and uncertainty in our lives and society.
Scripture at the Turning Point
Ascension TeamOur lives are marked by turning points. Jeff encourages us to turn to Scripture in moments of chaos and uncertainty in our lives and society.
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Neena GaynorThe works of mercy heal hearts and restore connection.
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15 Fun Facts About Saint Carlo Acutis
Ascension TeamDiscover 15 fun facts about Carlo Acutis, a new Catholic saint! From Nutella to the Eucharist, see how his modern life inspires holiness.
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Ascension TeamDiscover 15 fun facts about Carlo Acutis, a new Catholic saint! From Nutella to the Eucharist, see how his modern life inspires holiness.
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