Learning to Love the Catechism with Fr. Mike Schmitz (Part 2)

Dr. Sri and Fr. Mike continue their conversation about the richness of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. They highlight their favorite sections, particularly those about the nature of true love and the transformative graces of the sacraments. They conclude by emphasizing the importance of trust in our relationship with God. 

Snippet from the Show

"The Catechism is a beautiful tapestry of our faith."

Shownotes

CCC 1303

From this fact, Confirmation brings an increase and deepening of baptismal grace:

• it roots us more deeply in the divine filiation which makes us cry, "Abba! Father!";
• it unites us more firmly to Christ;
• it increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit in us;
• it renders our bond with the Church more perfect;
• it gives us a special strength of the Holy Spirit to spread and defend the faith by word and action as true witnesses of Christ, to confess the name of Christ boldly, and never to be ashamed of the Cross:
  
  Recall then that you have received the spiritual seal, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge and reverence, the spirit of holy fear in God's presence. Guard what you have received. God the Father has marked you with his sign; Christ the Lord has confirmed you and has placed his pledge, the Spirit, in your hearts.
  

CCC 1766

To love is to will the good of another." All other affections have their source in this first movement of the human heart toward the good. Only the good can be loved.Passions "are evil if love is evil and good if it is good."

Takeaways

• The Catechism serves as a crucial resource for faith formation.
• The Catechism draws from scripture, saints, and church teachings to create a comprehensive guide.
• Confirmation deepens our relationship with God and the Church.
• Understanding the effects of sacraments can transform our spiritual lives.
• Sin is fundamentally a lack of trust in God's goodness.
• Knowledge of the faith can empower us to witness effectively.
• Engaging with the Catechism can deepen our love for Jesus.

Dr. Sri's Events List (2025)

• Apr 9-10: St. Ann's Parish Mission - Sherman, TX
• May 16-17: Ave Maria Retreat - Ave Maria, FL
• June 22-30: Rome Pilgrimage - Italy
• Aug 2-5: Grand Getaway - Mackinac Island, MI
• Aug 9: Emmaus: Diocesan Family Conference - Gary, IN
• Oct 8: Legatus - Jacksonville, FL

Resources

• To learn more about Dr. Sri's Holy Land pilgrimages email holyland.edwardsri@gmail.com 
• Visit Dr. Sri’s website at www.edwardsri.com and to book online events with Dr. Sri email events.edwardsri@gmail.com
• Find more of Dr. Sri’s episodes at www.ascensionpress.com/allthingscatholic 
• Ascension is pleased to offer our new and improved online bible study programs and sacramental preparation programs digitally to help you minister with flexibility. Go to www.ascensionpress.com to view all our offerings