Waiting Well: Advent with Fr. Mike Schmitz

God wants to shape and mold us during times of waiting, but the problem is...

Instead of waiting, we get worried, anxious, we check out, and we get lost scrolling on our phones.

Fr. Mike wants to help you learn to wait well this Advent, with daily videos in the Ascension App starting November 30, 2025.  

How to watch Waiting Well

How to watch Waiting Well

The Waiting Well video series with Fr. Mike Schmitz is available exclusively in the Ascension app. To watch:

  1. Get your free printable prayer plan below.
  2. Download and subscribe to the Ascension App.
  3. Order the Waiting Well Journal by November 22 to have it for the start of Advent!

In addition to Waiting Well, app subscribers enjoy access to:

  • All past and future Advent series.
  • 80+ in-depth study plans on the Bible, Catholic teaching, and living the Catholic Life.
  • Exclusive prayer content from dozens of Catholic creators.
  • 1000+ answers to the toughest questions about the Bible.
  • And more!
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Where can I watch Fr. Mike's Advent program?

Waiting Well: Advent with Fr. Mike Schmitz is only available in the Ascension App. You can download the Ascension App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your smartphone or tablet.

Tap this link on your smartphone or tablet to download or open the app: https://link.ascension-app.com/WaitingWell. 

Do I have to subscribe to the app to watch the program?

Yes,Waiting Well is only available to subscribers or trial members on the Ascension App.

Does the Ascension App offer a free trial?

Yes, the Ascension App has special Advent trial offers available, including a 7-day free trial or a 90-day full-access trial for just $4.99.

If you cancel 24 hours before the end of the trial you will not be charged.

Please note that if you'd like to cancel, Apple and Google require you to cancel the trials yourself—Ascension cannot cancel the trial for you.

What is the format of the program?

Waiting Well is a daily video program beginning November 30, 2025 and ending on December 25, 2025.

How often will new episodes be released?

Starting November 30, new episodes will be released daily for the duration of Advent.

Is there anything I should do before Advent to prepare?

We suggest that you:

  1. Download the free prayer plan.
  2. Install the Ascension App on your smartphone or tablet.
  3. Join the waitlist to get updates about Advent with Fr. Mike.
  4. Order the Waiting Well Journal by November 22 to have it for the start of Advent!