Coping with Success with Fr. Mike Schmitz

I am so excited to share my newest episode with you! Today, I’m sitting down with THE Fr. Mike Schmitz, at his father's cabin! I’ve known Father Mike for a long time, and it’s such a blessing to share this conversation with you. It's raw, honest, and INSPIRING!
In a hurry? Skip forward to surprising points in our conversation:
His crazy commitment to prepping for homilies. 😳
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His lonely day at the coffee shop. ☕️
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The day his podcast went #1 on the planet. 🌎
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Avoiding scandal, accountability, the Final Judgment ❤️
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Inspiration from St. Philip Neri, CS Lewis, and St. Thérèse 🌼
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Fr. Mike’s encouragement for catechists, parents, and teachers 📣
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We also get a glimpse at his daily routine. We ask about the source of his endless energy! All that and more in this amazing conversation.
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[@AnnaS1371]

Fr Mike is a gem. He is authentic, funny, friendly and so easy to listen to. He helped me get back into Catholicism after years of dilly-dallying in my faith. Now I’m learning all kinds of Catholic things, reading the Bible, doing the Cathecism, and walking with Christ in large part thanks to him 😀

[@kimberlysmiley5071]

Me too 😍😍😍😍

[@KirstyE3]

Same!!

[@mayafranklin]

The Catholic Church is so blessed to have these two men in our corner! Thank you God! 🙏🙏🙏

[@DungNguyen-vn3eu]

If you look at father Mike's eyes you can tell he lacks sleep, but the lacking of sleep means he puts so much effort in serving God. Father Mike we all have you in our thoughts of prayers. May you continue to serve God Faithfully till the end.

[@doming1949]

I agree with you.

[@meihui7767]

I agree. Fr. Mike needs more sleep

[@marystenson2852]

Yes I thought that too- this poor man needs a holiday and a good rest, God bless him and all priests❤️🙏so glad too he has a fraternity

[@marionmartin9929]

Yes. Beautifully said. So very true. Prayers for Fr. Mike. And all priests and the sacrifices they make.

[@Mary-mh3us]

Exactly that is what I was thinking 🙏

[@Love_Divine]

Fr Mike helped me finally (at age 56) finish my entire bible last year and this year (age 57), I am on the dot with my Catechism in a Year which will end on 31 Dec 2024. I will always, always be grateful. I follow Chris too. God bless them both. I live in a Muslim country in Asia (9,300 miles away) and I ❤ both of them.

[@mrutherford5502]

Thank God for your Love of Him

[@tamy1009]

Praying for you ! 🩷

[@Strive1974]

May Jesus live in your heart

[@BraniG-psyc03]

Do you know Fr Michael personality?

[@rosemariekeating732]

You are still awesome!

[@ginasalis5880]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful ❤ Father Mike God bless you.

[@roshandacummings3423]

As a cynical Evangelical and reeling first time mother, Fr. Mike was the first thing that came up on KZbin after a counselor told me to search for videos about "Forgiveness". For some reason, when Fr. Mike said there was a God...I wanted it to be true. When Fr. Mike said God loved me...I really wanted that to be true as well. Chris is spot on-- it's not that Fr. Mike is awesome or a "rockstar" as much as it's that God really, really wants to say something powerful and this person is who I'm hearing it through. I can't believe I'm about to say this but I am crawling back to my faith thanks to internet ministries like Ascension, Poco a Poco, and RealLifeCatholic and, err...ummmm...... thank God??? 😅

[@tinytesla3877]

God really does rock.

[@michaelphillips5786]

Adorably funny story! 🙏🙃

[@jeannierinckey4267]

Yes Thank God. May the Holy Spirit fill you with His Powerful Love.

[@eamonmccourt8251]

Praise God and your openness to listen to His voice!!

[@kathycorkery]

Back to Catholicism?

[@emiliamcdevitt8946]

That last bit that Chris inspired Fr Mike to say had me burst into tears of gratitude for just simply being seen -as if God has spoken it Himself to me…That the “mundane” task of motherhood, friendships, marriage, evangelization and relationship in general is the hard work and to be encouraged and it’s the perseverance of sharing the love of Jesus Christ in relationship that is equally important to show up to and equally influential in bringing the truth/gospel to others… I needed this so bad! Cause man a lot of this work is quiet and only recognized by the Lord. (I don’t think I’ve ever written a KZbin comment in my life lol sooo truly God is speaking through you both I’m so grateful). Thank you. Praise God.

[@vgraham580]

As a woman who struggles with deep shame due to past sins and past trauma, it is comforting to hear from Fr. Mike that I will not need to feel ashamed before Jesus because of how God worked His grace through those past sins and past trauma. Thank you, Holy Spirit.

[@cherylyanosy9582]

Beautiful - you are a winner. It's a lot and we all have "past sin flashback". It's a lie from the evil one - once we are forgiven, I am told, God has forgotten our sin, His forgiveness is REAL.

[@reayres]

at the beginning of my journey returning to the church, I found Fr. Mike almost too much for me. It wasn't him, it was me. The joy he has in his life with Jesus was almost blinding for me at first and now I just love it. I was timidly dipping my toe back into the waters of Faith and he is so enthusiastic in his love for Christ it blew me away! Intimidating. Now it draws me in. God bless you both! (this is the first time I've heard of Chris and I look forward to exploring more of his videos - subscribed!)

[@LetsCoffeeBreak]

Chris, I have no words but "thank you," to you and Fr. Mike (the Bishop Sheen of our time) regarding faith, keeping it simple and understandable, and a ray of light. I am proud of both of you. Never stop smiling. Never stop doing this beautiful work. I learned much from watching this episode. "Ad Jesum Per Mariam!"

[@nancyroland6503]

I love you Fr. Mike! Every thing you put out is great!

[@leydaguajardo6751]

Dear Lord, please continue blessing Father Mike with his ministry and for his constant message of love and gratitude to You, our Savior and Redeemer.🙏

[@annejacquart7538]

Fr. Mike. Thank you for what you do for us. I love that you explain the passages of the Bible. I am praying for you.

[@annejacquart7538]

God bless you!

[@crujones1021]

Amazing to see these two together finally. These 2 men were responsible for my reconversion. God bless and keep them both.

[@gwenbrown8595]

Chris and Father Mike are two of the best theologians and explainers of our beautiful Catholic faith! Thank you, both, so much! +JMJ+

[@alejandradiaz6101]

Father Mike: thank you. Thanks for your call to think deeply about God in our life, offering the opportunity to learn our Bible, which is not a teaching the Catholic Church emphatically encourage us like other Christian do. Chris: thanks for the opportunity this interview offer to know Father Mike. We appreciate you both. God's blessings upon you both.

[@messyandbeautiful8]

Chris, what a great show! Keep smiling... You both shared a great gift of deep reflection - Mary's magnificat, the final judgment... Only things the Holy Spirit reveals in prayer. Thank you for your work (enduring the stress it brings) and your deep prayer!

[@user-mc6ti4dt6r]

Beautiful conversation. Take care.We need you. The world listens!

[@yayeenden]

WOW! 9 to 20 hours for a Sunday's homily! You are amazing, Fr. Mike! So are you, Chris! We are so blessed. God bless you both!

[@kathycorkery]

I always am INCREDIBLY AMAZED AT THE DEPTH AND HIGH LEVEL OF INTEREST that are hallmarks of a Fr. Mikes homily. They absolutely show the effectiveness of the 9 hrs of planning and preparation! Truly edifying, and life changing EVERY SINGLE ONE! Divinely inspired.

[@user-ux1sj3qj6v]

Father Mike I listen to you you almost every day ! I love the gift of god grace and love that you bring/share to/with us!! You keep me going.

[@mistyviolet3825]

God.❤

[@IlluminosaImmortalis]

My mother loves Father Mike. She calls him "that handsome priest" 😂

[@barbarawalsh2875]

Your mother is right. But we mothers generally are it kind of kills me to think I could be his mother

[@rosemoss..]

Good speaker.

[@genevievekromer6404]

Father Mike, you helped bring me back to the Catholic Church after being away for over 50 years. I will never be able to thank you enough and I pray for you every day. 🙏🏻

[@BraniG-psyc03]

Do you know or have contact of Fr Michael?

[@mupetabobo9906]

Praying for you Fr Mike, and all our Priests, Religious and lay people who continue to minister to us, Amen 🙏

[@RO-nk9cr]

What a great conversation! Both of you really make me want to love Jesus more! I think God has put y’all in my life at just the right time. Thank you!

[@virtuallycolleen]

This was so good to hear. Great interview. Loved the comparison of Father Mike to Patrick MaHomes. 🤣. God bless you both!

[@sonyaorourke7741]

Love Fr. Mike's self- discipline and work ethic, he is a soldier for Christ in all ways.❤

[@suzmarie1287]

Fr. Mike, I live in the NW coast of Oregon. Every week I tune into your homilies either before or after my mass. I share with my 12 year old daughter. I’m starting her on the Bible in the year, I did that with you in 2020, you’ve helped me learn and grow as a cradle Catholic. Thank you for helping me be fired up, glory be to God. I wish we had a strong Catholic community to help fire up our youth here in the NW, especially our coastal communities get neglected. Trying to do my part to bring my girls the truth of our faith and to stay focused. There’s a lot of great Catholic educators fired up online. I love that. We need more strong catholic sisters to connect with our young girls too. Anyhow, I love all that you do. I really appreciate all your hard work.

[@maggieconser]

Come to Holy Mass at St. Birgitta if you're ever in PDX.

[@judymlowder]

And come to Mass at St. Cecilia if you're ever in Beaverton.

[@mrutherford5502]

Also, check out Sister Miriam James Heidland. She is from the NW and is now in Texas. She is incredible!

[@ronellcarroll]

I too wish there was a stronger Catholic presence for our youth and young adults in their 20s here in PNW - Seattle area is so dark I have been trying to decide where to move and always look at the Parishes and community in the different states across the country I am exploring. I wish there was a directory published that would show population and community involvement as I know there are some areas thriving while some are non existent.

[@bgillis77]

⁠@@ronellcarrollHi, have you heard of Holy Rosary in Portland? We have such an amazing ministry, so many young Catholics at our parish! We have young adult social events every month ☺️ I think there’s one at St. Stephen’s as well! come by!

[@anaalba9513]

Thank you for everything you do Father Mike. I would like you to consider doing a Podcast about the Saints 🙏🙏🙏

[@paulapasma8004]

Many people who are very joyful (like Fr. Mike) are labeled "Golden Retrievers" because of that breed's insatiable happiness. But Goldens are not just dumb blondes. They are one of the most used dogs for Assistance Dogs who need to learn many tasks and to focus on "their person" despite distractions. So I happily call Fr. Mike a Golden Retriever. 😍God bless!!

[@thuydo8024]

Thank you, Fr Mike. We love listening to you every day. It helps us to be closer to our Father each day. We pray for you every day during our divine mercy prayer.

[@pierscolieri993]

What a great conversation. Love all that both you and Fr Mike do. You matter to God. God Bless

[@lululuna1120]

Praying for Father Mike !! So thankful to have received the Eucharist from Father Mike a potential future Saint!!

[@lallainegogna6268]

You both are gifts to our church! Praise the Lord! Thank you for leading us to Him. ❤

[@batglide5484]

“You beat Joel Olsteen…” :high five: 😂😂😂

[@erikaevans6028]

Chris, you really spoke to me when you talked about Mary saying “my soul magnifies the Lord“. I woke up this morning thinking about that and asked God to teach me what that means. Then I watched this video and was amazed at how quickly God Answered my prayer. God really spoke to me through you this morning! Praise be to God as he is magnified through you.

[@marymeusburger5815]

What a joy and blessing you both are to me! So many words of inspiration! Thank you and continue to do what God has asked you to do.

[@lawrencegatti8283]

Thank you, Fr. Mike, for sharing that you were a jerk. I know I was such a jerk as a kid, so it makes me feel better that I was not alone in that.

[@sarahschnapf7859]

"All I need is coffee & a whole lotta Jesus" ✡️✝️🕊💧🔥❤️‍🔥📿🏹🛡☕️☕️☕️

[@tomboyraider1015]

Father Mike is an absolute blessing to us and a gift to the world. God bless Fr. Mike always!

[@alciraproenza-collazo]

❤ Fr. Mike. From the first time I saw one of his videos. I see good priests now, w/a glimpse of what Fr. Mike has now. It just seems at times that their love for the Lord is there, but that the intensity is not the same. The impression is that they've been doing it for so long that maybe they take some short cuts. I believe that is why Fr. Mike is so loved. That his passion for his calling is still burning and for that, I'm grateful. It fuels us. God bless you Fr. Mike, abundantly.

[@CynthiaHeimsoth]

Fr Mike, God's golden retriever! (and I mean that as a compliment!)

[@vivienneherman7104]

Fr Mike is a real inspiration. You inspire me to be a better catechist. Vivienne - South Africa

[@davidsumner2530]

The conversation on the Final Judgement is not something I had considered before and kind of blew my mind. Thank you for taking the time to discuss!

[@juanitagonzalez4022]

Thank you Chris for your book and quick positive reflections that pop up on my apps and helped me to know how much God Loves me.

[@arlitahidalgo982]

2 of my favorite peeps, a theologian/speaker and a priest but most of all fellow lovers of Christ🙏🏽❤️☺️

[@mistyviolet3825]

I’m same i drink coffee ☕️ throughout teh day LOL 😂 day is not complete without it! ❤☕️☕️☕️☕️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I ❤ its smooth comforting taste… and already immune to the caffeine because I’ve been drinking it since high school and I’m 60❤😊 I Wonder what kind of. Coffee he drinks 😮

[@neysacambo4306]

What Father Mike "has" is a fiery love for the Lord, and he wants us to catch that same fire!!! I pray for protection over him every day! By the Precious Blood of Jesus!!🔥🔥🔥

[@raghadsulaiman3849]

Praying for you Fr. Mike and for your ministry 🙏🏻 you are a gift of our time please keep going 🙏🏻

[@SandraHouston30]

Love your 2 podcasts Fr Mike. They and you sustain me on a daily basis!

[@shaanagray1522]

Ok, I don’t have a “bucket list”….but now I realize that I need to make one because meeting Fr. Mike will be at the top of my list! Seriously…to sit down and just have a conversation with him would be a huge blessing for me!!!

[@jamesmcgrath3841]

@shaanagray I would love to meet Fr Mike too, but I do not intend to because he must be overwhelmed with people meeting him. He always asks us at the end of his podcasts to "please pray for him." I think that is a far greater thing to do. And now that I have thought of it, thanks to you? I will pray for him and all priests from now on. I have been very negligent.

[@carolhannah4635]

9 to 20 hours.....awesome.....thank you Fr Mike. I watch them from here in the UK. They are soooo good and instructive and hit the right spot. May God keep blessing you and all at Ascension and all the students... and Chris. Wow! ❤🙏

[@audreyvalencourt-nq3fl]

I grew up in South America. Now I live in the US. I have noticed that people from poor countries, smile easily. I smile all the time and I believe it is because of the gratitude I feel. I've seen people living in destitution. I recognize people in the US who also are destitute. Those who are God's children, they're cup runnith over.

[@donnahalsted7718]

Oh, yes, twelve years in NJ! It was hard to keep up. I was so grateful to be sent to Louisiana (with a group of NJ, NY women) The young people coming into the library said to me (Librarian here), "Why are they so up-tight? They're always in a hurry! That's crazy!" What could I say? "That's how everybody is up North. Everybody down here is relaxed and slow. That drives them crazy!" I do have a hard time keeping up with you two, especially now that my hearing is shot and hearing aids help but must be excused for their limitations. I try to follow along with the transcript but my dyslexia and old eyes are struggling to keep up. I stop the video and read ahead, then turn on the video so I can get most of your chat. Pat yourself on the back that your content keeps me in the struggle!

[@patmendell381]

The suffering from time to time makes the joy and peace in your heart even greater.

[@pennybrooks9038]

Thank you for this. Father Mike, the Lord has used you to change my life. I am so grateful for you. ❤ I am praying for you.

[@maryannelinsell3506]

Have been blessed to be at four events where Fr Mike celebrated mass and all three of the four times blessed to receive communion from Fr Mike. Jesus Christ shines through Fr Mike’s eyes. His heart is real and his passion for our Lord - unending. God bless and protect this disciple of God. And thank you inspiring, hardworking, Chris S!!!!!

[@SeaPace-zo4wc]

Isn't communion about receiving the real presence of Jesus, not who is giving you communion?

[@danielyoung5137]

Absolutely. And your point here?

[@SeaPace-zo4wc]

Seems like post was placing precedent on who gave them communion over what they were receiving @@danielyoung5137

[@jamesmcgrath3841]

@@SeaPace-zo4wc That is a bit shallow of you, SeaPace. Given a choice? I would far rather receive communion from Fr Mike than some lay person dressed casually in jeans who has no idea what he is doing.

[@mycatholicfaithlivingstone845]

Fr. Mike is a Bright Beacon, A lighthouse in life's storms. May God continue to bless him abundantly. He knows how to co-operate with the Lord's grace. I pray for him regularly. Rhonda, from Ireland

[@mandypittman1154]

This was a gem. You both are godly men who are working for God in the public eye. Because that's the hardest place to be authentically Catholic. Keep spreading Christ's love and the true joy of God!

[@lauramckenna6985]

that was amazing Chris & Fr. Mike - God bless you both! grateful to be connected to you to strengthen my faith!

[@jknaimomorales7480]

Thankyou Fr Mike for bringing Jesus to us , especially my mom and dad in their 80s, during Covid ! And wow, 9-20 hours prep for your homilies really humbled and challenged me as an actor and performer.. You make it look so spontaneous yet revenant and relatable. Chris and you Fr. Have the zeal and enthusiasm that are contagious….

[@rachelpops9239]

A priest working faithfully during Covid shows you he's a true Shepherd. All the cowards were shown like our pastor who retired as quickly as possible when covid hit

[@richardcourtney4515]

So thankful for Fr Mikes ministry and I love his sermons on Hallow every morning. I pray for all Catholic ministries that are touching the hearts of so many thirsty souls in our World 😇🙏🏽

[@stjohnfisherrcchurch-shepp6984]

Thank you both. I take great inspiration from you for my own ministry in the UK. You are prayed for.

[@Lovingsimplyourfamily]

Beautiful thank you God bless you both! Father Mike Schmitz is such an amazing soul , Saint of our time ❤

[@constanceburica3861]

Father Mike's homilies are so beautiful they make me cry! Thank you, God Bless!

[@dawnecamacho2601]

I started the Bible and the Catechism in a year in January, but traveling made me missed lot of it that I am listening to 2 to 3 chapters when I make time to do it. I know I will not finish this year but I will keep on doing it. My prayers goes out to Fr Mike for all the good he is doing. ❤❤❤

[@user-si5ev2jq4v]

Jeremiah 9:24 Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord ... loved the podcast today!

[@marisa13980]

I love Fr. Mike!.The Lord anointed him to speak such wisdom whether it's the Bible, the Catechism or whatever he does. He's so funny and down to earth..I pray for him after every talk when he asks us to pray for him. May the Lord continue to give him everything he needs to serve him fully..

[@meagandaoust6815]

I was touched when Fr. Mike said he spent 9-20 hours on his Sunday Homily. Then it dawned on me that I spend 9-20 hours getting my nine kids ready for Sunday Mass, lol. Seriously though. Grateful for the prayerful effort Fr. Mike consistantly puts forward. We are so grateful!

[@ndimukalavi8027]

Chris and Fr Mike thank you for your service. What makes you incredible is your authenticity that comes through when you share your vulnerabilities. And yes you are on devil's hit list but you are protected by the community prayers and God's grace flowing through you.

[@marieoleary527]

It seems to me that Father approaches his homily as a teacher approaches lesson planning. The lesson every week is based upon whatever the Gospel reading (and the other readings of that day). A good teacher always relates whatever they are teaching to what their students knowledge/experience is with that subject and starts there. Father does this very well. He is a natural teacher.

[@deborahborrelli3788]

Not a Catholic, but I love your show Chris, and I am doing both Fr. Mike’s Bible and Catechism in a Year. I love all of it. Bless you both and your relationship with our God! Thank you Lord for both of these godly men.

[@CynthiaHeimsoth]

Fr Mike and Chris! How can you lose! I'm a little out of demographic but I love both of you!

[@CynthiaHeimsoth]

I mean I'm old enough to remember when Fulton Sheen died -- and to know who he was!

[@spmarsh3747]

Awesome! THANK YOU Chris and Father Mike!!

[@katherinerobbins7422]

What a great episode! Oh man, I can’t even express the excitement I feel when listening to these two, not just in this episode but when they’re solo also. They’re both just so incredible and such a joy to listen to. I hope more young people listen to these two, we need more Christianity and goodness in this world and that is achieved through the gospel and hearing Gods word!! Thank you so much for your amazing ministry both of you❤

[@CradleCatholic-he2xj]

Dear Father, Just a something I heard-take it how you will!-but I heard once that, if someone calls you, just always pick up and-if you can’t talk right then-just tell them! ‘Listen, I can’t talk right now, but can I call you back?’ Sometimes they just need a one-word answer anyway! Just a tip that I learned that has brought me much, much peace, because I used to just let it ring and-not having the time to really talk right then-feel bad about it for a long time afterwards! THANK YOU for all you do!!!!

[@smc4jmj1]

We pray for you both. Always remain focusing on the cross. Stay in prayer and visiting Jesus in Adoration.God bless you! 🙏🏼

[@mistyviolet3825]

Yes ❤

[@sherryland3739]

I’ve been following you both for years. So wonderful to hear you together! God bless you, keep doing what you do so well for us in the Lord’s service 🙏🙏🙏

[@JennayGunderson]

That was a great interview! I learned the daily life of Fr. Mike Schmitz. My family and I met Fr. Mike at a parish near his family's lake home, before he was famous, and way back then, he was noticeably dynamic. It doesn't surprise me that Fr. Mike is famous now. Like Joan of Arc's famous quote...Fr. Mike was born for this...

[@margretsa8798]

Most of the time its not good people listening, Fr.Mike, IT 'S LIKE REACHING OUT TO THE SOURCE OF LOVE, HEART THAT CONSOLES - the sinner!! me... Fr. Mike ways are like directs to THE LORD OF COMPASSION.... Thank you Fr.Mike.

[@jimmirabelli181]

God bless both of you!

[@toddbly6496]

Thank both of you for your work on the Chosen. It has completely changed the way that I teach confirmation.

[@user-pq2uz2st4c]

Fr Mike thank you for stating that sometimes Joy and Excitement in your love of Jesus will be misunderstood. I’m a Methodist pastor and my enthusiasm (which is God given) has been said to be rainbows and unicorns. At first I was hurt; but hearing your story you have found a way to accept the criticism with grace and understanding. Thank you - God bless

[@user-xk2cs2zl5g]

I thank God that I have access to Father Mike and conversations like this. Its life giving.....

[@plumeriag6629]

I love Father Mike. 😊 Such a beautiful soul. ❤

[@elizabethseibert6757]

Thank you Chris and Fr. Mike for inspiring me to love Jesus more everyday!

[@marybethhoward188]

You are both great. You’re MY rock stars!!. Thank you for you ministries. I love both your smiles. I have learned so much listening to the catechism in a year with Father Mike. You really do explain it well. Especially on the sensitive subjects I will finish the Bible in a year next year. I never would have done it without you. You were amazing at reading all the names and rules in Leviticus,numbers and Exodus. Fr Mike i pray for you by name when I pray for priest everyday. I’m thankful to Formed that enables me to listen to you Chris. I love your show. Thanks for this fun laid back interview. Speaking of interviews. I love Matt Fradd’s interview with you Father Mike. God bless yall and will continue to pray for you. ❤🙏

[@luisgerardoluevanosmedina433]

WE. NEED TO PRAY FOR THE BISHOP JOSEPH STRICKLAND !👍💪🙏⛪

[@jamesmcgrath3841]

@luisgerard Indeed we do. Let us pray that he repents of the scandal he has created, and returns to the full belief in the One True Holy and Apostolic Church.

[@heroicacts5218]

Please God keep Fr. Mike. As Laura Horn said, we need him.

[@kimkocuba8215]

❤❤❤❤ I loved this!! I am starting full time ministry soon, because I have this heart and joy and relatability too. I never saw it, I thought I was annoying. Lol. So I feel that. You both inspire me. I finally see my adhd as a blessing, a vessel to spread the message. I cannot wait. Thanks for the advice to stay, Humble, busy and most importantly connected to God. Bless you both. Well done faithful servants. Never stop.😊 peace KK

[@mefine02]

The last comments about mass I shared with my two teen boys and we talked about it. And I have had them watch an entire video of Fr Mikes about mass and about how it’s not for us, it’s for God. Thank you Fr Mike and Chris for this beautiful interview for us to know you better when we already feel like you both are a part of our families. 😊

[@rachela.5311]

Reminder to stop and say a Hail Mary for Fr. Mike, for his continued health and holiness

[@anaalba9513]

Praying for you too 🙏🙏🙏

[@cozyhomemakingvibes]

This was SO encouraging, and thought provoking, and down right energizing. THANK YOU BOTH. 🩵🤍♥️🙏🏻📿 God bless you, and your families.

[@user-zk7vd1xd3n]

I stumbled across Father Mike Schmitz's podcast in mid-June of this year after looking for information on "The Chosen" show. I was searching for something or anything to help me understand and deal with the loss of my husband earlier this year. i had read the entire bible 5 years before but remembered less than 25% of it. After watching BIY, day 1, Father MIke's youthful enthusiasm and deep love for God, along with his sense of humor was so moving and infectious, I wanted to hear more. His commentary after the readings is so helpful in understanding the verses and occasionally gets me very emotional. Many times, it is as if he is speaking to each one of us directly, with whatever situation we are experiencing. I know this is why so many people appreciate his podcast and his other video topics. Thank you, Father Mike, for your mentorship and love to all of us through your podcasts and video topics. That person who sent you an email saying you are annoying is just envious of how happy and content you are loving God with all your heart and soul. I am so sorry to hear that you lost your mother earlier this year as well. I am praying for you and your family.

[@jenniferbreen747]

Every episode Fr. Mike offered prayers for the listeners and requested prayers. I believe those prayers have built a shield of protection around him.

[@NuclearSlider]

Best comment, I can't believe there are that many good people!?!

[@janierodriguez3017]

Such a great interview. Loved it. God bless these 2 gentlemen. God protect them and keep strong in their work.

[@bettyr5274]

I love that you smile all the time Chris! We know Jesus! What isnt there to smile about?!

[@MariaMunoz-qs5ft]

You guys are absolutely awesome with an amazing podcast!!

[@Schule101]

I am watching both of you. I am so expired by you. I attended Chris at St. Mel last week. It was great.