What Constitutes a Practicing Catholic?

It may be difficult to tell a non-practicing Catholic that he or she can’t receive ​C​ommunion, but-as Fr. Mike Schmitz proves in this video-in the big picture​, ​​you would actually be helping the person. While telling an awe-inspiring story about a seminarian, Fr. Mike lays out what it means to be a practicing Catholic and shows how the requirements can transform ​a person's life.
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[@windjammer3950]

I'm a baptist, I was born and raised this way. My parents are this way as well. I want to convert to Catholicism, but I'm nervous to tell my parents. My whole dream is to become a priest. I'm trying to understand things about catholicism, being Baptist. I just wanted o share. I love your videos and how you are so friendly.

[@johnb4632]

Dotgaming; For encouragement take a RICA catholic class online see link; h.churchapp.mobi/modules/custom_content/custom_content.php?fid=5102101 Afraid at what your parents are going to say well let's just say there is always a cost to believing in Christ and the true gospel but you will save your soul.

[@kp890]

Why?

[@johnb4632]

Why; I thought you mentioned you wanted to understand things about catholicism.The RICA catholic program is a great tool or classes to take to understand the faith.No obligation.

[@Katie-yc4el]

I am praying for you to receive courage! God be with you

[@mareekashultz3260]

DOT You have to pick who is more important, . Don't settle for less because serving God is the greatest sacrifice you can do for His glory. May the Holy Spirit guide you on your discernment.

[@jadealexander8233]

5 minimum requirements to be a Practising Catholic: 1. Attend mass on days of obligation. 2. Confession once a year 3. Receive communion once during Easter 4. Observe days of fasting 5. Support material needs of the church according to your ability

[@Damian1975]

Jade Alexander no weekly mass If you don’t attend mass on Sunday your in mortal sin

[@hectordanielsanchezcobo7713]

And also confessing before taking communion

[@edinnm8212]

@@Damian1975 Days of obligation includes Sundays and Holy Days. Just a more concise way of saying it.

[@witchf4ce310]

Jade Alexander I work many sundays, I can’t just say no I can never work Sundays because I won’t get enough shifts to survive financially...

[@witchf4ce310]

Greg Grimer so any other day would be okay? I’m not trying to fool God... some Sundays I can’t go because of work. And I live in a small town in a Protestant country, so we have mainly Protestant Churches. We have one Orthodox Church and one Catholic Church in my town and they don’t have regular services, so some days I do have to go to a Protestant Church if I want to go every week. I hate living in this town...

[@jackieo8693]

The girl in your example was so brave to tell her friend the truth. God bless you Father Mike.

[@thopmsonsmith3256]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@professormann8290]

As a returning Roman Catholic, I am so happy to have found Fr. Mike’s series. I am looking to go back to Mass again. It has been a long time but recent events, both personal and professional have encouraged me to become more involved with my parish. Can’t thank you enough.

[@monaldn865]

Fr Mike, I am an ex-muslim. I became an atheist and have been for the past 8 months. These months have been hell for me. I’ve fallen in and out of eating disorders and had suicidal thoughts. I want to seek the truth and for no reason these past weeks I’ve been stuck on your videos and other videos about Catholicism. Something about it keeps drawing me in. This is pretty long but *long story short* do you have any suggestions for beginners. Any directions you want to give me. Can you make a video for people seeking Christ?

[@johnathonbryant9791]

Look into the RCIA program at your local parish.

[@user-ct2hu8js8j]

mona ldn hello i hope I’m not to late. I suggest that you do some research. Do what makes you comfortable and don’t let anyone pressure you. Ask questions and find answers.good luck:)

[@monaldn865]

kittencat mm thank you and I will ❤️ I’m attending my first mass this Sunday so excited 🙌🏼

[@elizabethmccandliss8146]

mona ldn true Church! Thanking God!!

[@wesbryant]

Find a Christian who you’ve seen really loves God and loves the people around them. Have that person study the 1st 4 books of the New Testament with you and don’t focus on a denomination. Focus on the Word that God had given us and listen to the message of what God has done for us .

[@acedelizo6430]

thank you for the video. I had a similar story also. I used to be a protestant- the one that loves to discuss theology and different schools of Protestantism. one time, I was stuck in a place where the only church available was a Catholic chapel. because I wanted to hear the sermon about Christian living, I went there every mass. such action didn't go undetected by another devout protestant and she called me a hypocrite for going to a Catholic mass. I went to ask the Bishop- who was available at that time- and discuss this concern. it was a blessed meeting! he discuss to me about apostolic churches and apostolic succession and so on. to cut the long story short, I am now a Catholic, confirmed at the age of 27. I am doing the 5 precepts of the Catholic church but yet to perfect it.

[@sesenena7013]

Ace Delizo This is wonderful! :)

[@michaelm254]

bless you DOT .... ..

[@motherofgodtheremnantarmyo9425]

=-=-

[@qchouseforsale]

you find the true church founded by our Lord Jesus Christ mathew 16:18-19 just continue research history of church and all teachings im also in the stage of enriching my catholic faith Godbless us

[@puzz88]

dude thats awesome :) i will pray for your continued growth!

[@bagobeans]

Thanks be to God! For ever and ever!

[@danephillips]

What you should know catholic bereanbeacon.org/what-every-catholic-should-know/

[@xdraarz3709]

Marie Just Marie in Jesus Christ name amen 🙏🏼

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Some of us seniors can only do our best, sometimes it’s a day to day thing, but I know you understand that.

[@markieworks3972]

The Holy Spirit speaks when I'm ready to listen. This is Beautiful and Thank you!

[@bestlifenow777]

Excellent Father! I can't wait to be a practicing Catholic and receive Jesus, body, blood, soul and divinity!

[@paulanthony8559]

Then ask Jesus not men

[@danielmcallister7873]

True Americans are Protestant 🇺🇸

[@abbushidokan1446]

Cool

[@aanwongpwt]

@@danielmcallister7873 why?

[@nata2468]

Amen

[@Low.Key.Music01]

Your videos brought me back from a 5yr absence from the Catholic church. I realized how much wisdom about life I had been missing out on from not attending. mass. I'm doing my best to stay consistent in attendance every Sunday

[@AscensionPresents]

That is incredible, Herminio! We are with you in prayer! Please reach out if we can be a support to you! God bless you!

[@katgonzo2080]

I have that same problem, but I am making an effort. Though I am not always successful. I have become used to putting something else before God, and I have been trying to change that. Ill keep you in my prayers. Keep up the effort!

[@mattr.1887]

My ex-wife was Catholic; I was raised Protestant. We went to mass regularly and instead of receiving communion, I crossed my arms over my chest and they would give me a blessing instead. I was told that if you are not Catholic OR if you are Catholic but feel that you are not comfortable with communion, you can just receive the blessing (ie a quick prayer). I didn't feel it was complicated; I even respected the efficiency of it. I am also a former Christian who does not usually stress over these things lol. But there were aspects of Catholicism that I respected.

[@annamunzar8548]

Why did you leave the Church?

[@daninspiration4064]

I was born a Catholic, then had 3 years of rebellion of not going but somehow by God's intervention it's been a year and a half and I have been going to mass daily even saturday morning mass before the Sabbath day Mass. It feels great.

[@shauneseh720]

Fr Mike. I recently decided to become Catholic after being somewhat raised Baptist. I am joining the next offering of the RCIA program at a nearby parish. In the meantime I have been trying to learn more about Catholicism and came across your channel. Fr, when I arrived at the point in the video where you began to describe how this man will now become a Priest, I was overcome with emotion. It took me a moment to realize that my tears were of joy and my heart suddenly felt full. I know now that I am on the right path, I have felt it. Thank you for these videos. They are so meaningful. ❤️

[@brenlt1340]

Praise and Glory to Almighty God. All these testimonies have me in tears. I love to read and hear how the Holy Spirit moves in people. I'm a Catholic, born and raised, and will die Catholic. I love my faith, and I hope that everyone who is thinking of converting to Catholicism will be lifted from the burdens of being scared. Never be afraid of telling friends or family of your conversion. You can never lose when all you have to gain is God.

[@Elizabeth-iw3wd]

@@brenlt1340 I love my Faith too 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@knutbaardsen6437]

Had been away from the church for many years but needed to come back so a priest in Florida had a private meeting with me. After an hour he asked when I last had confession which had been 20 years or more. He granted me confession at that time in his office. When I was through we were both shedding a tear and I felt like the weight of the world was off my shoulders.

[@exaudi33]

I am so happy for you.

[@xennelul]

that's an awesome story, its by going out of our comfort zone that God can do His work.

[@adorabellenamigadde6605]

amen!

[@johnkenneth3602]

Hi Fr.Mike I just wanted to say thank you,your videos are truly helping me thank's again and may God bless you : )

[@paddybeme]

prince Edward you realize that Jesus was speaking hyperbolically when he said that right?.... all of the people around him when he said that, they took it just like that.... as a hyperbole, when he said call no man on Earth father what he was saying was don't be like those boastful Pharisees who only want to have the title because it makes them feel glorified that's the problem with you Protestants and Sola scriptura you take the Bible literally when the Bible is not meant to be taken 100% literally or so since you call no man on Earth father because you only have one father who is in heaven what did you call your dad?... I hope you didn't call him dad or Papa because everyone knows that's just slang for father I hope you didn't call your doctor doctor because that means teacher I also assume because you have sinned and are a sinner you only have one hand and one eye because Jesus told you to cut off your hand if it makes you sin and to pluck out your eye.......you see jesus was speaking hyperbolically there just as he was when he said call no man on Earth father I hope that you learn more about the Catholic faith and you come back to the one true church that was founded by Jesus Christ God bless you and may peace be upon you always

[@dinojack9000]

Thank you for this. Great video. A lot of people need to hear that about the Eucharist.

[@KyleInOklahoma]

Yes for sure-I could not live-I'd be so spiritually dead without and dark without the relationship i have with Christ and when it reaches it's high point in the Eucharist-OH WOW-TO JUST KNOW AND FEEL SO ALIVE AND CLEAN -JUST AS JESUS TOLD US, AND TOLD US AGAIN WHEN THOSE DISCIPLES WHO KNEW HE WAS TALKING ABOUT EATING HIS FLESH, WALKED AWAY-AND HE WENT EVEN DEEPER AND SAID UNLESS YOU GNASH OR CHEW ON MY FLESH YOU HAVE NO LIFE IN YOU. HE USED A STRONGER WORD FOR EAT.And he even said the manna your fathers ate was food for your body, this is food for the soul, for the spirit. If he was just telling a parable wouldn't he have explained it- Oh i pray every day for the time when " THE WHOLE WORLD KNOWS WHAT A REAL PHYSICAL RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR LORD IS ", And not only a Bible relationship which is a static relationship which depends totally on emotions and not the truth.-I LOVE U ALL-GOD BLESS

[@Theslayermma20]

Sentient Christian Dude maybe you should read the bible sometimes

[@Theslayermma20]

Sentient Christian actually I'm not a Catholic....Yet, and I will receive baptism next year, but honestly you can say what you want.....your words won't affect me! Overall have a good day!

[@Theslayermma20]

Sentient Christian yeah you aren't a Christian....real Christians don't live on KZbin bashing others....seems to me that you are the hypocrite

[@jupiterinaries6150]

Sentient Christian Jesus said this IS my body and this IS my blood and, "unless you eat my flesh and drink my blood you have not life."

[@corgifloofi4840]

In a way I am happy I came in via conversion; they handed me a copy of the Catechism in RCIA and I did in fact read it. My wife was raised Catholic and had never heard of it!

[@johnduffy6546]

Thank you, Father. You have gotten me 2 steps closer to where I know I need to be.

[@lguerra1616]

🙏

[@nitapalacios4968]

Thank you for your vocation Father Mike🙏🏽😇

[@KaitieBug2K]

That was an absolutely beautiful story of your now priestly friend. It inspired me so much I teared up which rarely happens. Thank you so much for your ministry to us all Fr. Mike!!!

[@marenlatham4349]

I was a fully practising Mormon for 29 years. Let me tell you guys, this list is nothing!!! It is so reasonable. (And I'm very happy to hear it as I am now investigating the Catholic faith) You wouldn't want to be a part of a religion that is so wishy washy and requires nothing of you. This seems to strike a good balance.

[@smallhouse4874]

Maren Latham why don't you read the bible and see what God wants from you. No the Catholic church

[@FolkBoyify]

I'm Mormon, too, & feel the EXACT same way

[@d1nonly14ever3]

Ben M Jesus came to build his church and that church compiled the bible arranged it by chapters and verses :) and that church is the catholic church the pillar and foundation of the truth. 1 Timothy 3:15

[@YoshiHasSwagger]

Maren Latham Its great that you've been studying the Catholic church which Jesus' own church on earth. I now encourage you to contact a local parish and enroll in RCIA classes to become a baptized Catholic!!!

[@frankribeiro399]

I was a carmelite monk.Mormons are not to serve or believe in God but serve theyre self sexual appetites and business.

[@beverlyenriquez6744]

This was so implement insightful and beautiful. I was raised catholic and I never new this. Thank you Father Mike. You have given me a point of reference of where to begin. I am grieving an unthinkable and unimaginable loss and currently feel a lot of anger, confusion and resentment so I’m not currently feeling connected to God. I hope to one day soon I can return. You are an amazing man Father Mike. Thank you!!

[@Kate-cz2sv]

God is with you through this trial. Look to our Blessed Mother, she knows what it is like to loose a Son. God sent his Son so he would know what it is like to be us. God bless you during this difficult time. I will pray for you. Keep the faith and seek out Jesus in Adoration and the Eucharist.

[@mchell1227]

This made me cry tears of joy. Thank you Father Mike!

[@meshelly88]

This was so helpful to get me back on track! Thank you! :)

[@seriouslymusical]

I'm so glad you posted this Father Mike. I was worried that there was something new that I didn't know or I missed somewhere. You solidified my knowledge. Thank you.

[@thopmsonsmith3256]

Hello Ally How are you doing today?

[@miasantos1422]

It's 2021 , now your video is as timely as ever,! Thanks Fr Mike.God bless you always!

[@adjaya100]

As a Jew, I must say that I do not get how people can complain about going to pray once a week, when we are ought to pray 3 times a day and confess our sins every day; how people can complain about not eating meat every friday when we are abstinent from sex every month in the week of the woman's period; how people can complain about missing one meal twice a year, when we have 10 feast days every year, where in some of them, we neither eat nor drink from dawn to sunset and in others, like Yom Kippur, we feast from one evening to the next. Christians should really be thankful that's only what they are required to do, because these are relatively easy in comparison to other religions. In Islam, for example, people need to pray 5 times a day and neither eat nor drink from dawn to sunset for an entire week. I also think a lot more was used to be demanded from Catholics. We may disagree about how one should show devotion to God but one should show devotion to God by at least being ready to comply with such small requirements, even if one fails to do so. The complaints show how we Western people have really become self-centered and egoistic.

[@johnbrowne2170]

Don't confuse Catholics with Christians.

[@Berlinquilla]

john browne Catholics are Christians, if you are implying something else you're wrong

[@johnbrowne2170]

I grew up Catholic; went to Catholic schools. I know what the religion believes. Many of the beliefs are either not in the Bible or are opposite to what the Bible teaches. The amount of superstition and gullibility among Catholic believers is astonishing. Of course, I'm sure some truly are saved among the Catholic flock, those who believe strictly on the accomplishment of Jesus Christ on the cross for their salvation. But when the current pope says (on the record, check KZbin) Jesus failed on the cross, you wonder how many people believe this fraud.

[@Berlinquilla]

john browne you grew up Catholic and went to Catholic school? Your comment makes clear you didn't pay attention to anything during your time in the school. Poor you! God bless you

[@johnbrowne2170]

I was never encouraged to read the Bible in school. It was when I began to read the word of God that I found true faith in Jesus Christ and not in an institution whose beliefs are, more often than not, the opposite of what the Bible teaches. Belief in Jesus is the only way to heaven and no one comes to the Father but by Him, while your current pope says Christ failed at the cross (see KZbin).

[@bbunny60]

As an older catholic, even though his talks are for youth, I still listen to learn more about my faith which I have forgotten over the years.

[@luciadeloach9932]

Such an awesome video. 🙏❤️ way to go Fr. Mike! :) thanks so much for the story and edification, as always.

[@gastonreboredo9408]

Father Mike, I am a lapsed Catholic who fell away from religion as a teenager, was an atheist for 15 years, and this summer had a spiritual revival and have come back to the fold (I kind of feel like the great C.S. Lewis in a sense). I started going to a nondenominational church and was baptized again but over the past few weeks have felt a pull back to Catholicism. Your video has only strengthened my resolve to go back to Mass. Any advice you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and many blessings!

[@fernanda7584]

Come back home, brother! We have been waiting for you! 🙏🏼🥰

[@joseurbano8059]

I would suggest you Father Mike's Bible in a Year podcast. It's a spiritual journey you cannot let go.

[@teeny765]

Welcome back!!! I think going to confession (if you haven't already) is just what the soul needs--a fresh start and the beginning of a fresh and healing relationship with Jesus Christ. You will be reconciled to Him in friendship and will then be ready to receive Him in the Eucharist! From there, make a commitment to pray for a certain number of minutes every day to foster a relationship with him. :) I am so excited for you and will be praying for you, brother! Peace!

[@joanhaselman444]

You are in my prayers. There is NOTHING like the Catholic Church, even if it has been going through a difficult season lately, it is STILL One, Holy, Apostolic Church.

[@Darth_Vader258]

I think if you want to receive the Holy Eucharist again. You only need to go to Confession.

[@lisawarner7991]

I love these moments with you Fr Mike! Thank you for doing this! Ascension rocks and so do you! Happy New Year!

[@thopmsonsmith3256]

Hello Lisa How are you doing today?

[@jorgecampos5223]

Fr. Mike Schmitz, what you shared is such an inspirational real story, which brings us faith and hope; because the way God works is amazing, as the song: "Amazing Grace". My heart is full of joy when I listen this miraculous testimony of life. Thank you for sharing it. God bless you!

[@jackvillari]

Thank you Father Mike for all the great work you do. I pray for you every morning when I say my rosary. I've learned a great deal about the church thanks to your videos.

[@connieomillion8148]

I was raised Baptist and am grateful for my up bringing in the Baptist Church - MT husband was raised Catholic and I wanted to learn more about the Catholic Faith. I attended RCIA Instructions. After a year of Instructions in Catholicism I converted to become a Member of the Catholic Faith. This is a personal Journey of your Spirit - Bless you

[@edwardkirkhope9072]

Thank you Father. Really helpful to me. Love your enthusiasm for God, life and the church.

[@ownsupernoob7600]

i wana back to my God ... my mather and my grand mather Catholic I gruo up in yamen ... I ask God to tech me to get my .....

[@anastasiawasylinko5482]

This was such a great video! Definitely one of my favourites!

[@ninageorge4974]

What a beautiful testimony. I got goosebumps hearing he was becoming a Priest after that complete turn around. Praise the Lord 🙏🏻

[@charityrosewalker3093]

Thank you Fr. I’ve recently returned Home. Your subject in this video was a sub-topic to my learning about how often I should confess.

[@daninspiration4064]

One of my favorite videos of Father Mike I can tell it hits his heart. He is so happy for that friend that is going to be a priest. Everyone that is catholic should watch this video even if you aren't catholic watch it, it's amazing.

[@dorothymckenzie6407]

Thank you father Mike. You answered many questions I had on my mind. God bless you.

[@abigaillydia5041]

Love it! Thank you for your message!

[@namankumar9478]

Very well explained by you father Mike and God bless you.

[@allentooks5229]

Very well explained but it is a false doctrine. The Catholic church is simply a dean of serpents and runs contrary to the word of God. Jesus Christ is the only way to Heaven. There is no other way to truth but through Christ the Lord. Please read the bible and learn of your heavenly father personally. You don't need a man to explain it to you read the bible. If sexually abusing children isn't enough see the list below that's from the word of God (Bible) that say why we should not follow the Catholic Church. What the Bible say about practices of Catholicism. I love you all and may God bless you. 1. Why does it condemn clerical dress? (Matt. 23:5-6). 2. Why does it teach against the adoration of Mary? (Luke 11:27-28). 3. Why does it show that all Christians are priests? (1 Pet. 2:5,9). 4. Why does it condemn the observance of special days? (Gal. 4:9-11). 5. Why does it teach that all Christians are saints? (1 Cor. 1:2). 6. Why does it condemn the making and adoration of images? (Ex. 20:4-5). 7. Why does it teach that baptism is immersion instead of pouring? (Col. 2:12). 8. Why does it forbid us to address religious leaders as "father"? (Matt. 23:9). 9. Why does it teach that Christ is the only foundation and not the apostle Peter? (1 Cor. 3:11). 10. Why does it teach that there is one mediator instead of many? (1 Tim. 2:5). 11. Why does it teach that a bishop must be a married man? (1 Tim. 3:2, 4-5). 12. Why is it opposed to the primacy of Peter? (Luke 22:24-27). 13. Why does it oppose the idea of purgatory? (Luke 16:26). 14. Why is it completely silent about infant baptism, instrumental music in worship, indulgences, confession to priests, the rosary, the mass, and many other things in the Catholic Church? Leave the traditional of religions out of it follow Jess Christ. To know the truth please seek our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus himself said I am the Way the Truth and the Life no one come to the Father but through him. Go to a quiet place in your dwellings and pray to the Lord personally. He wants to have a personal relationship with you. Ask him to forgive you of sins then repent asking him to come into your heart and you will be saved. Pray and read the word of the God often (Bible). That is your church. I love you and my God bless you always.

[@TheMjsanty]

This is one of the most personally touching and thought provoking episodes that I have yet seen from this channel. Thank you very much for making it. I now have directions to follow, and work to do.

[@josephcordero7570]

Appreciate the things being spoken and appreciate the information.

[@J-Called]

Thank you, Father, for this succinct summary, and the friendly, conversational, and welcoming way with which you present it.

[@motocruiser5966]

Thank you Fr. Mike for this informative video. As a practicing Catholic I run into this situation with family and friends who used to be practicing Catholics but are no longer active in the Church. It seems that when they attend a Catholic funeral or a Catholic wedding they want to receive Holy Communion. I was never sure what I should do. Your video is a big help for me. Thank you!

[@bizarte24_]

Practice makes perfect. lol

[@hobbiton64]

I'm a practicing Catholic and as soon as I get the hang of it, I'll let you guys know ;)

[@sassypatty2666]

Wow! I got chills from your story! God bless…

[@FengShuibyJenScottsdale]

Thank you so much for sharing this!! It's good to realize I'm on track :) :) Praise be to GOD and Bless You!

[@jjsmama401]

I made the commitment this year to listen to the Bible in a Year Podcast and that’s how I found Father Mike! I’m so grateful for his podcast and I’m learning so much! I feel that God is already touching my life. Now I need to take the next step and work towards all of these steps. Pray for me to have the strength and energy to commit to all of this. I suffer from depression and chronic pain and I am so lazy on the weekends!

[@blancaa.gonzalezdelapena6353]

have faith in god, talk to phycholigist and therapist, seek different opinions. have faith in god.

[@ginam.decarosusana1171]

God bless you, Father, this is a wonderful story! Thank you for your service...

[@gregthecarguy3454]

Gina M Susana was that the priest that raped the little boys??

[@catherinerodriguez6735]

No it was a Christian guy lol

[@allentooks5229]

The Catholic church is simply a dean of serpents and runs contrary to the word of God. Jesus Christ is the only way to Heaven. There is no other way to truth but through Christ the Lord. Please read the bible and learn of your heavenly father. If sexually abusing children isn't enough see the list below that's from the word of God (Bible) that say why we should not follow the Catholic Church. What the Bible say about practices of Catholicism. I love you all and may God bless you. 1. Why does it condemn clerical dress? (Matt. 23:5-6). 2. Why does it teach against the adoration of Mary? (Luke 11:27-28). 3. Why does it show that all Christians are priests? (1 Pet. 2:5,9). 4. Why does it condemn the observance of special days? (Gal. 4:9-11). 5. Why does it teach that all Christians are saints? (1 Cor. 1:2). 6. Why does it condemn the making and adoration of images? (Ex. 20:4-5). 7. Why does it teach that baptism is immersion instead of pouring? (Col. 2:12). 8. Why does it forbid us to address religious leaders as "father"? (Matt. 23:9). 9. Why does it teach that Christ is the only foundation and not the apostle Peter? (1 Cor. 3:11). 10. Why does it teach that there is one mediator instead of many? (1 Tim. 2:5). 11. Why does it teach that a bishop must be a married man? (1 Tim. 3:2, 4-5). 12. Why is it opposed to the primacy of Peter? (Luke 22:24-27). 13. Why does it oppose the idea of purgatory? (Luke 16:26). 14. Why is it completely silent about infant baptism, instrumental music in worship, indulgences, confession to priests, the rosary, the mass, and many other things in the Catholic Church? Leave the traditional of religions out of it follow Jess Christ. To know the truth please seek our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus himself said I am the Way the Truth and the Life no one come to the Father but through him. Go to a quiet place in your dwellings and pray to the Lord personally. He wants to have a personal relationship with you. Ask him to forgive you of sins then repent asking him to come into your heart and you will be saved. Pray and read the word of the God often (Bible). That is your church. I love you and my God bless you always.

[@pamgreer1721]

Gosh not what I wanted to hear but TOTALLY what I needed to hear your the best in getting through to me thanks for your time and videos

[@MySecretYouTubeChannel]

Thank you soooooo much I loved hearing this.

[@rcm4u2]

Love this! God bless you!

[@kelly311977]

Thank you Father Mike Schmitz. I am so happy that God choose me to be part of his church. Now, I know that the Catholic Church is the Church that Jesus founded. 1 Timothy 3:15 15 if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.

[@clintonbeavers8311]

Just beware be not decieved only jesus Christ can forgive sin

[@friendguy13]

@@clintonbeavers8311 "After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, 'Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.' When he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, 'Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.'" - John 20:20-23

[@shannw0129]

I love your videos Father. God bless. You're a blessing to this convert (me)

[@Menadunn]

Wow! Needed to hear this! Thank you

[@ruthortega5822]

Wow, this is awesome. Thank you Father Mike for reminding us catholics of the minimum requirements which are definitely not hard to abide by.

[@Lieloh03]

This is super beautiful! Praise God! :)

[@BB-ps6of]

your videos have been so helpful. God bless you!

[@erinfinnan4239]

Thank you Fr. Mike... I needed this.

[@marleee.2174]

Thanks so much for this. I’ve been kind of struggling with feeling like I’m “Not Catholic enough” b/c of things like I don’t know all the Saints or I go to Mass once a week and not every single day like some of my fellow Catholic peers but based on these Standards, I realize I’m actually doing okay

[@ahcokris]

half an hour a day. that's how much morning mass takes. that's three hours in 6 days+1hour a sunday. not really that much time out of the week. the same reasoning led me to become a practicing catholic too. i graduated theology last september. :)

[@fuckoffcunts1473]

pagan dog

[@mib6611]

I agree it is possible i try to go to mass everyday.

[@tykeesen5872]

Wish I could attend mass every day but unfortunately mass is during my working hours. In the video the Father mentioned days of penance(fridays). What do we do on those days? I was just confirmed a couple weeks ago

[@ahcokris]

@@tykeesen5872 we abstain from meat and do works of charity. Also pray a lot. It helps. And read the bible.

[@JihyeSofiaSeoDr]

Oh thanks for clarifying the points. I will keep them ❤

[@skylark5789]

Beautiful story, and so very true, Father. Thank you!

[@tsnook2]

Beautiful story, Father! Thank you for your witness.

[@PaperTrailsAnimation]

How can you call a man Father, capital F ?

[@tsnook2]

When you address your father, is it Dad or dad? He is your dad, but you call him Dad. All names are capitalized, not just God's.

[@PaperTrailsAnimation]

tsnook2 But that phrase Father. Don't you know why it is absolutely WICKED to call a man by *that* name ?

[@tsnook2]

+IDK enlighten me

[@PaperTrailsAnimation]

tsnook2 Well this should be common knowledge to everyone, but capital F Father is a direct name for God, and these men are calling them selves God !

[@tommybond2361]

Thank you Father Schmitz for the wisdom that you share with me. I was wondering what your opinion is regarding SSPX and Traditionalism in the Church today? Thanks again for your guidance and may the Lord bless you.

[@stefiernst]

This is sooooo helpful! Thank you!

[@johnwan]

Awesome video. Thanks Fr. Mike!

[@dadielepacheco6800]

Obrigada pela tradução em Português!!! Deus te abençoe!!!

[@paulinaramirez2469]

😭😭😭😭😭😭 so beautiful

[@connieschaefers7139]

GOD BLESS YOU FR MIKE. I KNOW THERE ARE SO MANY THAT YOU ARE LEADING TO CHRIT AND TO HEAVEN. YOU ARE A BEACON LEADING MANY TO HEAVEN. GOD BLESS YOU FATHER EACH AND EVERY DAY. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😇☺

[@susancinek5803]

Nice explanation and very doable requirements. Thanks for the explanation.

[@iwassimon]

Thank you Fr. Mike for this video, I was recently asked the same thing, but did not have all the parts to the answer! God bless!

[@JoseMartinez-xc4bz]

thanks this helps alot.and makes me happy it's the easy wow..#Catholic is the church testimony from ex gang member I've seen the dark and light.after seeing the light I struggled with what was the truth if Catholic was the truth or should I be Pentecostal or a prodestant but after doing my research and asking God for the truth Catholicism is the only church.

[@JohnPaul-xi4dz]

I pray you are still faithful to Jesus and His Church

[@LizardLvr981]

I wish ppl still had reverence for the eucharist..

[@DrMarcMeyer]

Dear Father Michael - as always very profound. Thanks from Switzerland

[@jbradley1967]

Thanks Friday Mike. This was very helpful.

[@salembookworm]

I got back to my catholic faith during the pandemic and I am currently still learning so much about my faith. I am re-learning basic theology, prayers and the likes. I haven't been to Mass since 2020, but I am planning to go next sunday. I am so happy that I started to learn to put all my trust in God again.

[@texasgal4732]

Remember to bring tissue to Mass this Sunday. You will likely need it. Welcome home. 🙏🏻

[@lynncentofanti1440]

That is so beautiful!!!

[@AK-nw7tr]

Thanks be to God! Reminded in looking up precepts.. Televised Masses for the sick do not fulfill the Sun Mass precept. I'm struggling with getting rid of head lice so seemed more charitable to refrain from public Mass until certain that clear. BTW, 6th precept to observe marriage laws. Many fewer called to be clergy but thank God for our priests.

[@theresemeggetto1220]

Awesome Fr Mike!!! God bless your beautiful friend!!!

[@josephcervi2675]

This is what’s up. Thank you for anther great video!!

[@ThatCatholicNurse]

Wow. Thank You Jesus!!!! Welcome to the Priesthood oh...!!!

[@MouthwashTyphoon]

I'm curious - my family and I go to mass on Saturday evening, but the mass is identical to the Sunday morning one. Are we in a state of mortal sin, or something similar?

[@AscensionPresents]

Hello there! Saturday evening mass is an approved Sunday mass as it is simply a vigil! You certainly are not in a state of mortal sin by attending it! It's good to note that it needs to be an evening mass. If you went to a Saturday morning mass for example - that would not meet the Sunday obligation. Hope that helps!! God bless you and please be in touch with any further questions!

[@MouthwashTyphoon]

Ascension Presents Thanks! I've heard a lot of people talking about how missing Sunday mass is a mortal sin, but they never mentioned whether Saturday mass was okay, so I was a bit worried. I love your videos, keep up the great work!

[@agentjs09]

Vigil masses fulfill the Sunday obligation.

[@jesusacuna309]

You look so proud of him! ^-^ I'm happy

[@arivel78]

You are the answer to all my questions; in this video and the rest. Now I know how to answer all the questions asked regarding the Catholic Church without doubt. In the past the answers used to be preceded with 'I think...' Thank you Fr. Mike... By the way, like you I am at awe with God's work in this man you are talking about. I can see how you are holding back your tears. God bless...

[@TickedOffPriest]

Wow. Those are simple. You would have to be the laziest person alive to not make those.

[@jaspermay5813]

: said the Pharisee to the publican. God bless you, greetings from Jasper

[@MyFathersBusinessLLC]

TickedOff Priest by grace, througj faith are we saved. your man made traditions are a false doctrine, that you will have to answer for on judgement day. it is by grace and NOT of works, lest any man should BOAST. so tell me of your good works....

[@jaspermay5813]

Dear Andrew Lucero Jr.. At the same time though, "faith without works is dead" (James 2:20-26), right? "By grace alone" and "by the Bible alone" are the man-made traditions: I can't find them in the Bible. God bless you, greetings from Jasper

[@ambermik2940]

I was able to do this prior to children but since kids it's been impossible. I wish the catholic church was more open to child care for the whole mass. It would allow so many more parents to grow in their faith!

[@TickedOffPriest]

@@ambermik2940 We need to have an option for a Children's Mass by a youth minister that intersects at Communion.

[@DominicA24]

What if sometimes you go to mass on Saturday instead of Sunday? Does that still count?

[@geetakulkarni9124]

no. Sundays are special.

[@chiefdino88]

Saturday's vigil mass and the vigil on holy days of obligation fulfills the requirement.

[@jonathanfairchild]

Other people have given the correct answer but here is why: traditionally and biblically speaking (Old Testament), for the Church, when the sun sets the next day begins. So in a liturgical sense Sunday does not start at 12:00 am even though that's when the calendar date begins. So going to Saturday evening mass or, Saturday Vigil mass, is considered going to mass on Sunday.

[@CariBaez]

Dominic Arkenburg Acts chapter 20 tells us the sabbath day is the first day of the week (Sunday)

[@m.a.alvarez6835]

In the Philippines, we have anticipated Masses on Saturday evenings, which would be considered Sunday Masses. There are Masses in the mornings for Saturday, but anticipated evening Masses (6:00PM onwards) use the readings for Sunday (the following day).

[@jenniferfar]

Educational indeed! Fr. Mike is CHARMING!

[@damrrisseva]

Thanks for this video. It came to me in the best moment

[@Catholicity-uw2yb]

POPE BENEDICT XVI: “Christ is not so much interested in how often in your lives you stumble and fall, as in how often you pick yourselves up again. He does not demand glittering achievements, but he wants his light to shine in you. He does not call you because you are good and perfect, but because he is good, and he wants to make you his friends. Yes, you are the light of the world because Jesus is your light. You are Christians - not because you do special and extraordinary things, but because Christ is in your life. You are holy because his grace is a work in you.”

[@matthewfisher4481]

Fasting, going to church, taking communion, and confessing sins are all good things and true believers will "want" to do these things from the heart. These good things come from the Bible and are affirmed by the church, but the arbitrary numbers and dates and requirements are traditions of men. Traditions are good but not obligatory for all. The Apostle Paul went great lengths no NOT bind the conscious of men (Rom 14), why should the Catholic Church makes such rules? Fortunately God's word is not as arbitrarily obscure in rule keeping as the Catholic Magisterium. The same tendency to create human traditions was as present in St.Paul's day as it is in ours. 1 Timothy 4:2-5 "Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron. They forbid people to marry and order them to abstain from certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and who know the truth. For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer. Colossians 2:23 "These have indeed an appearance of wisdom in promoting self-made religion and asceticism and severity to the body, but they are of no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh." A better question would not be, "Am I a practicing Catholic?", rather "Am I a regenerate follower of Jesus?"

[@jemmina777]

Matthew Fisher 2 Thessalonians 2:15 “So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold to the traditions you were taught, whether by what we said or what we wrote.” By the authority of the Catholic Church established by Christ Himself to Peter through all of the apostles thru an unbroken chain to the current Pope.

[@ivanajukicgloban6627]

Beautiful testimony!

[@simpleisbetter4132]

Thank you. These are things I need to do. Some of these, I've been doing all along, a couple I haven't been consistent with. Now that I fully understand what my minimum obligations are, I'll meet them and more.

[@standev1]

Also practicing Catholics must adhere to this: don't have sex except in a valid marriage, don't divorce, don't watch porn, don't use contraception, don't have abortions and don't vote for politicians who support legal abortions.

[@sesenena7013]

standev1 I would say yes and no: all the actions you cited are sins (except for divorce which is more complicated, there might be cases when divorcing is the right thing to do), but if you commit sins, acknowledge that they are sins and repent you can still consider yourself a practicing catholic. There is a difference between sinning and going your merry way and sinning and asking for forgiveness

[@standev1]

sesenena I agree. Thank you for clarification.

[@sesenena7013]

standev1 :)

[@agentjs09]

That goes along with "assent to Church teaching" which Fr. covered in his video.

[@agentjs09]

Right but the problem is that many Catholics will live in these kinds of sins (some know they are against church teaching, some do not) and continue to receive communion without repenting. Which is why it is important to bring these up.

[@evrenguldogan]

Being a practicing Catholic is much less demanding compared to other beliefs, such as Islam.

[@whiteflame8249]

Evren Güldoğan how would you know? These are the minimum standards.

[@will2Collett]

that was an inspiring story and very nice tribute. =)

[@victorbrazil5500]

Thanks to God, and thank you for taking on the ministry of Ascension Presents.