Day 216: Who Receives Holy Orders - The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

[@robehrgonzales77494]

Father Mike, guAPo, you are in my prayers. Grateful to you for all your wisdom ❤❤❤ Praise GOd

[@annbowen9017]

I grew up in a catholic grade school. I appreciate the Nuns and the time I spent with them

[@Sheilamarie2]

Father Mike, I am a cradle Catholic, and I have no problem, none, with women not being able to receive Holy Orders/become priests. Jesus Christ chose this, our Catholic Church follows the deposit of Faith received by Jesus and the Apostles. I accept and love the Church's teachings, and I am not embarassed about it/them. We so appreciate that you felt the calling, Father Mike, God bless you and everyone here!

[@StAlphonsusHasAPosse]

I converted to Catholicism, but I agree with everything you said

[@carolhannah4635]

Amen and Amen.❤️🙏

[@nherring3386]

Amen, amen, amen!

[@TrixRN]

Amen!🙏❤️

[@elizabethlockner3968]

I totally agree.

[@bibianabarretto3699]

Dear Fr Mike yr explanation each day of the catechism is so clear cut any ordinary person like me can understand. Yr indepth teaching on Holy Orders was simply astounding, simple, truthful n helping lay people like me to get teachg right. I truly appreciate all that u do for this community who r learning the catechism from u Thanks so much for all yr efforts each day. May the Lord who is not outdone in generosity richly bless u n yr ministry. May He guide n.protect u each day is my prayer for u daily. God bless u abundantly. Bibiana Barretto Mumbai, India

[@aliciagaraygordobil159]

Father Mike, this 216 day, you have given a me a clearer understanding of why only men can be priest. Never really understood or agree with it, but was no going to surrender my faith because of it. Thank you for the clarification, and examples of Jesus willing flipping tables for justice through his teachings. ✝️

[@sandrafulton4351]

We so appreciate that you felt the calling, Father Mike. Please don't feel necessary to apologize for our faith.

[@elissak.stewart3216]

Wow. This might be the best day yet for helping me understand the whole Mary thing! As a woman, my deepest longing is to be cherished. I see that is what Mary represents. God cherishes women. He creates a special place for us where we can actually experience being cherished.

[@Happylife10101]

Father Mike this is so beautiful you or all priests should not be embarrassed what you said is so clear but i know a Catholic married priest here in England he was from the church of England he is so holy loves the cationic faith it really shows thank you 🙏

[@Elmaestrope]

Thank you Fr. Mike for this podcast. You're God's for His people. God bless🙏

[@rachelmottram4682]

Fr. Mike, I thank God for the absolutely beautiful and sensitive way in which you handled a topic that can be so difficult for some. My heart was singing with joy as I listened. I personally am completely at peace with accepting the Lord's plan for the ordination of men but not women. His ways are infinitely greater than mine and I trust in His plan for His Church, but I hope and pray that your thoughtfully chosen words will help to bring others towards a greater understanding and peace with this as well. Praying for you and for all of the community listening here. May God bless you all.

[@nherring3386]

Praise be to Jesus for the gift of Holy Orders. May God continue to raise up holy men to serve Him in this way.

[@charmiemael460]

Tnx Fr.Mike 👍🤗🙏➕🛐📿🔥📖🧡🕊🧡

[@Melissa-dz6je]

Hey! This is how Heaven reaches down & Touches us! I just read that Todays St. John Vianney's feast day, who is the patron saint of All Priests! Wow! I read St. John Vianney said, "THE PRIEST IS NOT A PRIEST FOR HIMSELF; he does not give himself absolution; he does not administer the Sacraments to himself. He is not for himself. HE IS FOR YOU." St. John Vianney Pray for Us! Amen! God Bless You Fr. Mike for being such Holy Priest for us All!! 🙏✝️🕊️💙 St. John Vianney Patron Saint of Priests

[@TrixRN]

🙏❤️

[@Sheilamarie2]

Amen!

[@paularoussel7859]

Amen!

[@phylliscoffey7610]

So well said! In this present culture of ours, it’s tragic that you even have to!

[@stevensobba1785]

Something about …If mama isn’t happy no one is happy! Happy wife, happy life!🙃🧐😃thank you Fr Mike and Ascension

[@mercymercy331]

Blessed Mary, mother of all priests protect our priests from every evil and help them to live their calling to the fullest!

[@lisaweidenbenner5295]

AMEN!!! 🙏

[@VipMike]

Amen 🙏 💞 🕊 God Bless

[@vernonkirby6102]

It is wonderful that you are so sensitive to the feelings of others, Father, but living with our limitations is part of the spiritual journey. No apologies are warranted. I hope you can let go of any vir feelings of guilt!

[@louiseoconnor9822]

This topic is a big one, thank you for explaining and making it easier for me to talk about. I’m praying for you and thank you for the Catechism in a Year, love it!

[@rosealenius-spencer4823]

I’m sorry I’m catching up, Father Mike! We had some life challenges that set us a wee bit behind. I have had this conversation about why women cannot become priests so many times throughout my life….So much misunderstanding and a general lack of regard towards women. As women, we are given gifts that are exclusive TO women. Just as there are gifts exclusive TO men. Loved the section about spiritual motherhood…our dear religious Sisters! I also understand you when you shared how you felt apologetic for your calling ….in my youth and when I moved to the Deep South I sometimes felt this way. This was an amazing talk. I am praying for all of us to stay 100% faithful to our faith, established by Jesus Christ Himself. God bless you, Father Mike!

[@robehrgonzales77494]

I am TEACHABLE. Amen 🙏

[@stephanielake1359]

As a woman, i don’t have a problem with the male hierarchy of the Church. I don’t feel excluded in any way. Women have a very important role. I am not hurt by the fact that I can’t be a priest.

[@JaimeAguilar-k3t]

Thank you so much for this beautiful teaching! Really do appreciate you Father Mike!

[@56Tyskie]

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion have mercy on us and on the whole world. Immaculate heart of Mary pray for us ✝️🙏 Saint John Vianney pray for us.

[@StAlphonsusHasAPosse]

❤

[@carolgolembiewski7752]

Thank you, Fr. Mike for explaining the reasons behind the sacrament of Holy Orders. It makes perfect sense to me and I am bookmarking Day 216 for a discussion at our Bible Study. God bless you and I will continue to pray for you and I know you are praying for me.

[@maryl.7184]

Jesus has given us the perfect order. Plain and simple. We should never let our egos get in the way of that. I cannot even imagine being upset that women cannot be priests. Jesus gave us our perfect vocation within our families and the Church. Thank you, Jesus🙏🏻💙

[@TrixRN]

Amen!🙏❤️

[@dianefrank3688]

It is an upside down world some men want to be women and some women want to be men and they end up being neither. Sad Sad🙏🙏🙏

[@atrifle8364]

Mary as the only perfect person to have walked the Earth. So awesome!

[@mperez2730]

Beautiful teaching. I love my faith and accept everything about it. I never question why i cannot be a Priest and in fact have a very active role in my church teaching the faith to our little children who may one day be Priests or Religious Sisters...what can be better than that. God is great 🙏

[@carolyncaron3097]

Sometimes confusing,but very educational! I’ve learned so very much, just keep enlightening all of us! Bless you Fr Mike and Thank you for all you do!

[@susannebrule3160]

I don't have any problem accepting God's will regarding the priesthood. It sounds good to me. Thank you Father Mike for your podcast.🙂❤️💚💜🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jans1675]

I agree.

[@elizabethcronin3074]

✨✨The Memorial of St. John Vianney, Patron of Priests✨✨ Love how certain topics align with certain celebrations in the Church!🙏✝️

[@andymidkiff9378]

There are no coincidences in God’s creation.

[@KB_2161]

🙏❤🙏

[@TrixRN]

Our God is a God of wonders.🙏❤️

[@norriswilliams2558]

My husband, a Catholic convert after 50 years of marriage, says coincidences are God's anonymous messages to us. @@andymidkiff9378

[@elizabethcronin3074]

Hello everyone & Happy Day 216!🙏😊

[@KB_2161]

Hey Elizabeth. Hey everyone. Happy 216!!!❤❤❤

[@TrixRN]

Howdy y’all 👋🤠Happy day 216.🙏❤️ Reflection posted. I hope you shows up.🤨😊🙏❤️

[@elizabethcronin3074]

@@TrixRN thanks Theresa!😘

[@TrixRN]

@@elizabethcronin3074 That was supposed to say “I hope it shows up”😂Apparently, it’s taking hours sometimes after I post for it to be seen.🤷‍♀️

[@dianefrank3688]

@@TrixRN I do not have a problem. Do not use the side bar but go in like you are watching it for the first time and hit sort and then newest. You are usually 6 or 7 postings down. Thou today you were about 14 down.

[@user-fp5ow8wy5n]

Father Mike… this is a really controversial. I may have to Listen to this a thousand times more times. Wish I could come to you and talk. I pray for Jesus to open my mind and teach me

[@lindaokeefe4526]

I’ve never been uncomfortable, apologetic or offended about women not being ordained! I converted from the Lutheran Church and I appreciate that the Catholic Church has remained faithful to the teaching of Christ! When I hear Fr James Martin and religious sisters advocating for the ordination of women, I get so aggravated!

[@kathysaeger9817]

This was an awesome day to hear the truth about women in church and men in church. It was so very enlightening. Thank you, father Mike. I enjoy each day. And each day I learn and become a better Catholic.

[@ndimukalavi8027]

Thank you Fr Mike Personally I don't get hang up on the women not being ordained priests in my faith. The same way it doesn't bother me that I was born a girl and have three brothers. It doesn't bother me that I got to carry our five children in my womb and my husband didn't. I take all these with immense gratitude trusting that God knows and gives best and I have the privilege of just receiving the gifts with gratitude. I'm praying for you all.

[@TrixRN]

An attitude of gratitude, that’s what we are all supposed to have. God has placed in the time & place He wants us & we all have a mission to fulfill. Now at 66 & a relatively new Catholic, if I only knew what mine is…maybe becoming Catholic was it? And living that life faithfully?🙏❤️

[@dianefrank3688]

@@TrixRN You are doing more than just living your Catholic life faithfully. You are willing to share it with others. 🥰🙏🙏🙏❤

[@CARS63]

😇Thank you😇

[@kyliemalota5742]

That's a good analogy re mothers and fathers in a family- who has more 'power' isn't a question we can ask- both have a vital role, and different roles, in unison.

[@angelicazelich7743]

There are so many wonderful Priests in our Catholic Church, May our Jesus Christ blessed them all!🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@carolynalameida709]

Again, your explanation was beautiful. Priesthood was always connected to fatherhood. Only men can be dads. No challenge at all.... total illumination!!

[@dennyj8650]

Not bothered by women not being ordained! Jesus I trust in You! If that's what He wanted, He knows what He's doing!

[@mollyjv1]

Fr. Mike, I am glad Jesus set priest hood the way his Father wanted! After all He is God and Omniscient. I am not either of it! All praise and Glory to Almighty!

[@denisejordan64]

Thank you, Fr. Mike, for saying Yes to God's calling!! I pray for you every day at Mass.

[@sallypark9033]

Women who struggle with the Church not ordaining women tend to misunderstand what “power” is. A mature understanding of service being the “power” in Christ’s economy helps us appreciate the different gifts men and women can bring through their service to God and others.

[@TrixRN]

Amen!🙏❤️ I don’t understand why women want to be priests…smh.

[@lisaweidenbenner5295]

EXACTLY

[@miachambers830]

Agreed..! I would not want that ‘power’..! I so respect that these men live their lives IN SERVICE..!! Most of them are ‘angels’..! I have one who is like Jesus personified..! He is so happy most of the time.. You just WANT TO BE AROUND HIM..! His smile is infectious.. his hugs are ‘God driven’..! Yes, he has his ‘down’ moments, which makes him human and all the more loveable..! Please don’t misunderstand any of this … you KNOW you’re getting old when your parish priests are younger than your own kids..! It’s no more than ‘matriarchal love’..! I wish all Parishes has a clone of this priest. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@terrorists-are-among-us]

It's literally the males that are demanding power and authority 😂 If you have to demand it you likely don't deserve it 🤯 Think of the little boys that don't want to get molested by closeted homosexuals 🤡

[@carolradlinger8661]

So profound,as a woman I don’t feel rejected but feel called to holiness and my model is Blessed Mother Mary, we woman have a high calling, after all who brings the men into the world ?❤

[@TrixRN]

Exactly! I totally agree.🙏❤️

[@rm-paradise]

Father, may everything that I do this day, whether it be full of joy or pain, whether it be full of love or of grief, I ask that everything I go through today be offered to you just like Jesus offered everything to you. It is in his name we pray. Amen. 8/4/2023.

[@KB_2161]

Amen ❤🙏❤ This is one of my favorite prayers

[@dianefrank3688]

Amen! ❤ 🙏

[@Jmjemmanual]

Mother Theresa, Mother Angelica, Saint Theresa and so on ..women served the Lord and his Church. We women adore that and the priesthood is only for Men.

[@TrixRN]

Amen!🙏❤️

[@Sheilamarie2]

Amen!

[@adelaidawallaert287]

Thanks for explaining this particular topic , Holy Orders Fr. Mike S. May God bless you always🙏❤️

[@thefaceofgraceproject2603]

Thank you for addressing this so clearly Fr. Mike. So often people within the Church and outside of it 'brand' it as disparaging women (as if women could be loved less). Yet in our 2000 year history, it is the women religious who pioneered and built hospitals, medical clinics, orphanages, shelters, and schools. Women are typically at the top levels of management in Catholic organizations, represent the majority of its employees, and run our parishes. The ONLY job they cannot hold (because Jesus did not establish it as such) is the priesthood. They can (and in the American church do) participate in every other type of role or service in the church, both employee and volunteer. The problem is that we look at what we don't have instead of that which we have been given.

[@lizafemcs]

Father Mike, please do not ever apologize for the gift Jesus gave us! 💜 We need to pray for humility and a love for service, so we can get rid of the pride that makes us obsess over power, comparisons, and competition.🙏🙏🙏

[@socorrocervantes8151]

Amen. To God be the glory. Thanking God for all faithful priests like Fr Mike who are source of sprititual inspiration to be a good faithful Catholic. A blessed Godnight everyone.

[@ritsuchanx1]

Father Mike, Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Remember that we women may have sons, brothers, husbands, and friends that, like Our Lady, we patiently support, love, and pray that they may imitate Our Lord in word and deed every day. May we inspire our sons, and their sons, to dedicate their lives to the priesthood one day through our fervor, and gentle care inspired by the Blessed Virgin, and through the power of her Son. Thank you for your podcast!

[@kimdsouza7392]

Happy feast of St Jean-Marie Vianney Fr. Mike and all priests all over the world. God bless you all and your ministerial priesthood.

[@17CW68fNv]

You gave us good teaching, Fr Mike. I have no problem with men as priests, and pray that they live their priesthood as Jesus intended. It has never bothered me. Praying for you and your ministry. I pray for all on BIY and CIY. God Bless. Claire.

[@SharonPoliette-hg5om]

I am so thankful for today's reading of the catechism but most importantly, Father Mike's explanation of it. It brought so much clarity & understanding to me. Thank you Father Mike

[@goofball811]

Good morning, Fr Mike! Had to share since we are in the in the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Prior to the pastoral executive council meeting with our pastor this week; I was privileged to share Liturgy of the Hours evening prayer with him. We typically meet at the rectory which has a beautiful chapel in which our Lord resides in the tabernacle. Upon reflection, I couldn't help but be overwhelmed to realize that a Common Kingdom Priest (me), a ministerial priest (Our Pastor) and the one True High Priest (Our LORD Jesus) were together for evening prayer!!!!!! My soul was steeped in humility and gratitude. Bless you as always Fr Mike!!!

[@TrixRN]

How beautiful to recognize that truth.🙏❤️

[@LDP-33]

It was clear n well taught by you, Fr. Mike. Yes we must always remember, it was Jesus who established His church and all that followed.God bless u Fr. No need to be embarrassed for speaking the truth. We definitely are living in a mad twisted world that wants to make right wrong n wrong right.

[@TrixRN]

So true, but the Bible prophesied this.😔🙏❤️

[@JoannLenz]

Thank you Father Mike very helpful. A very dedicated priest teaching us to understand our catholic religion and learning so much. It’s a joy each day for me. Bless everyone who is joining us each day and my prayers are always with you all everyday.Amen❤

[@LAUHTER]

Wishing all priests a Happy and Blessed feastday of St John Mary Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests. God bless 🙏

[@kathywiens9852]

Excellent!! Thank you Fr. Mike🙏💝

[@richardlabrecque1748]

Thanks Fr Mike for clarification on why only men can receive Holy Orders.

[@catherine_77]

Great explanation, Father. I've never had a problem with only males being priests.

[@marjoriedimeo5978]

Well done, Father! You have a true gift for speaking the truth with such compassion, common sense, humility, and strength!

[@rosemarymaher6726]

I have heard women argue for female ordination. unfortunately,I do not think they exercise ,or are even aware of their kingdom priesthood from baptism. People can be quite ignorant.They have the most to say. if you exercise your kingdom priesthood, you will have more than enough to do and contribute.I am more than happy to accept men as the ministerial priests.

[@annettedesouza761]

Happy Vianney day Fr 🤍🕊️🙌🙏🤍

[@derecksaldanha2090]

On this Feast day of Priests, this was an amazing insight. Praying for you and all priests. St. Vianney pray for us.

[@joannehamel7766]

Father this was a hard subject but you opened my eyes to the why and it makes sense. Thanks for all of your insights. May God bless you every day.

[@sineadgordon]

No problems here Fr. Mike! Never be embarrassed or scared to proclaim God's will!

[@hlobend2111]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼-Prayer for special people that have been called to served god.

[@lo.g.2714]

Please pray that all those involved in the Synod of Synodality (bishops, priests, laity) are reminded of this by the Holy Ghost. It is only prideful women who want to be priests. Please pray for them. 🙏🙏

[@artorefalnera3055]

Fr. Thank you ❤. Praying for you and for all my CIY brothers and sisters. I pray for understanding for all. May our Heavenly Father,in his grace, sends forth the Holy Spirit to open our minds to understand the works set by our Lord and Saviour Jesus the Christ. God bless ❤🙏.

[@TrixRN]

Amen! God bless you.🙏❤️

[@artorefalnera3055]

@@TrixRN ❤🙏

[@peggybruening4415]

Love you, Fr. Mike, Schmitz, and pray for you daily! May Mary and I the Holy Spirit wrap you in strength and love and safety!

[@Ritabug34]

Praying for you Fr. Mike on the feast of St. John Vianney 8-4-2023. As well as all diocesan priests! What a timely day to listen to this part of the catechism

[@jwhite62]

Praying for all Priests. Praying for more good men to hear God’s calling. God bless you Father Mike.

[@chrisvenditti2814]

God knew what He was doing. He gave us the Our Father!

[@MrDarshD]

Thank you for explaining the reason behind why only men are priests, and how Jesus always treated women with dignity. This is the best video to share whenever someone asks "Why there are no women priests?". God bless

[@janetdoll4836]

Awesome explanation on this topic! Thank you Fr Mike! God bless our priests who answered the call to Holy Orders!

[@ritasaar2208]

Thank you Father Mike for taking your time go go through the Catechism with all of us. It truly has been helpful to me. I hope I will be able to articulate all I am relearning after all these, to those who question our Catholic faith. You are in my prayers.

[@lisanazareth8176]

Payed for you today on the feast day of st John m vianney. Thanks always Fr Mike. Am beginning to understand a lot but I like your prayer today..asking our Lord to help us understand and learn

[@kathyfranzoni274]

Yes thank you Father Mike it did make sense tonight and it does explain a lot of things and that's give you food for thought and also I want to say goodnight to everyone and God bless sleep well and I'm praying please pray for me amen

[@colleenhoff484]

It's so awesome that we get nugget day about Holy Orders on the Feast of St John Vianney!

[@carolhannah4635]

We are your family Fr Mike. Thank you for looking after us all. God bless. ❤🙏🙏🙏

[@Sheilamarie2]

Very true, thank you for saying that so beautifully... God Bless you!

[@MM22272]

Perfectly presented, Father Mike!

[@BitsyBee]

Let's honor men for the burden they carry to be leaders, a "crowning of thorns." Men are fathers and women are mothers. There are other ceremonies to honor and bless consecrated women.

[@yvobalcer]

God gives different paths to different people, I am married and I believed I was called only to marry the man I did. I was called to have the children I did. Do not apologize that God called you to the priesthood.

[@SuperRuthJ]

Thank you Father Mike for your teachings. God bless you and all CIY community!❤️🙏❤️

[@lindabeem6854]

This day opened my eyes so much from the MEN Jesus chose as his apostles to the holiest human a WOMAN-his mother (and ours) the Blessed Virgin Mary. And the explanation of celibacy as pertains to priests and deacons. Thank you.

[@maryannagibson5838]

So great again today! Made sense to me Fr. Mike! Thank you for this community!

[@ginettecaron7903]

I appreciate all your wise comments. No problem with any.😊

[@Anne-yu1eo]

Thank you Father Mike. I have never had a problem with this either but what a wonderful, clear explanation with so many great points were provided.

[@dianefrank3688]

Praying for Fr. Mike & CIY 🙏🙏🙏 Near the bottom of this CIY Day 216 is the Marian Consecration day 23 by TrixRN 🥰

[@marianmilne6009]

It all makes so much sense. Thank you Fr Mike and everyone who makes this possible. Praying for you and everyone here. God bless🙏❤️🙏

[@dianefrank3688]

thanks ❤🙏praying for you also.

[@KB_2161]

“Being a catechist is not a title; it is an attitude of abiding with him, and it lasts a lifetime! It means abiding in the Lord’s presence and letting ourselves be led by him.” Pope Francis Imitate Jesus by leaving ourselves behind and going out to encounter others Pope Francis reminds us that real love is never selfish- God is always at the center and God gives himself away. When we have life in Christ, we are always open to others. ❤🙏❤

[@mercymercy331]

God bless our Holy Father Pope Francis!

[@TrixRN]

Our Pope, while at times makes ambiguous statements, has the heart of a pastor & tries to meet everyone with love & acceptance. God bless & keep our holy father, Pope Francis.🙏❤️

[@kathiebartley3131]

Father you make sense of so many questions I have about the Church. Thank you so much.

[@CarmenRodriguez-vx1km]

Will be listening again ! Thank you Fr. Mike. I’m praying for you, please pray for me 🛐

[@wreloise1]

“And besides, one does not appropriate for himself the honor [of being high priest], but he who is called by God, just as Aaron was.” ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬

[@eileenbilder7042]

Thank you Father. You made things so clear. It always comes back to a place of humility for me to see the beauty of Catholicism in the Father’s design and will

[@sandramaldonado1918]

Thank you Father Mike. Now I can respond to women who say they should be allowed to be Priest. Its not man's will 😊but God's will.

[@dianefrank3688]

❤🙏

[@kathleenodonnell8355]

Sisters in Christ have another beautiful way to serve the Lord as consecrated religious. Women and men get upset about male only ordination bc THEY HAVEN’T READ, RESEARCHED AND LEARNED ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH. Maybe now we can refer them to day 216 of CIY!!!🎉

[@143mschrag]

Amen. Praise and Glory be to God forever❣️ Thank you so much Fr. Mike, and Ascension. As always, I am continually praying for all of you. God Bless 🙏🏻

[@dianefrank3688]

❤🙏

[@memebush9939]

As always, Fr. Mike... thank you for explaining so clearly about this matter.