Prayer in the age of the Church takes on many different forms. Together, we examine specifically blessing, adoration, and petition. Fr. Mike emphasizes the beauty that all of our prayers of blessing are a response to God’s blessings for us. He also explores how common and spontaneous prayers of petition to our Father in heaven truly are, but in the age of the Church, our petition is full of hope and not lamentation. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2623-2633.

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Day 337: Blessing, Adoration, and Petition (2024)

What is it that makes a hero? In this episode, Fr. Mike Schmitz offers a definition we can all live up to. Using the Wonder Woman movie as an example, he explains how a hero, or heroine, is characterized more by his or her praiseworthy human qualities than by any super-human ones.<a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

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7 - Aquinas On The Mass | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP

The Catechism has shown us how the common good begins with the good of the individual. It further shows us that each individual can participate in the pursuit of the common good for all—and that this participation is not optional, but an obligation. Fr. Mike explains the nature of this obligation in quite simple terms: “see a need, fill a need.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1913-1927.

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Day 253: Participation in Public Life (2024)

Why did God create? The Catechism today gives us a glimpse into the reason for our existence as we learn about God’s marvelous work of creation. Fr. Mike emphasizes that creation is ultimately a work of the Holy Trinity and a work of love that reveals the glory of God. He also reminds us that creation is not a work of the past; God is constantly forming and breathing new life into our lives and hearts. Today we read Catechism paragraphs 290-298.

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Day 42: The Work of Creation (2026)

Is there ever a time where legitimate defense is justifiable? The Catechism answers this question and how it relates to honoring the dignity of the human person as we dive deeper into the fifth commandment. We learn about defense of ourselves and others, principles of crime and punishment, and capital punishment. Fr. Mike also explains the Church’s current teaching on the death penalty and why it has changed over time. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2263-2267.

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Day 293: Legitimate Defense  (2025)

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46: BIG CRAZY LIFE CHANGES ... With my (crazy) husband, Matt Fradd

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121: The Homosexual problem in the priesthood, with Dan Mattson

Today's episode is all crazy fun. This episode is an audio replay of the Live YouTube video Matt Fradd and I recorded on the 11th of November! It was a Q&A where people posted their questions and comments and we responded. Make sure to tune in and hear my dating advice that I offered to Matt's single catholic male followers as a result of what many of you beautiful ATL ladies have shared with me. It is a fun episode y'all! Enjoy! If you want to watch the video of the LIVE on youtube here is the link! <a href="https://youtu.be/7x3tG4y0UaQ">LIVE Q&A with the Fradds!</a> Don't forget that we have made <a href="cameronfradd.com">cameronfradd.com</a> the place where you can find all the things Among The Lilies! Check out our new shop with ATL merchandise we will be adding more items soon! Thank you all for your support I am so grateful and I love and am praying for y'all! Thank you for being here! If you are interested in supporting Among the Lilies please consider supporting us at <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies">https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies</a> Please join the Among the Lilies community on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies">Instagram</a> and <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLiliess/">Facebook</a>!

162: The day YouTube went Down!

Together, with Fr. Mike, we reach the conclusion of the article on Social Justice. Fr. Mike emphasizes that although we have a right to private property, we also have a duty to meet the needs of those around us. Every human being has a right to what they need to thrive in this life. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1939-1948.

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Day 255: Human Solidarity (2025)

A go-to response to insomnia typically involves a snack and TV remote, but there are better ways to get real rest and wake up feeling refreshed. Jeff has some advice for those who have difficulty sleeping, and it all comes from Scripture!

The topic of sleep is a recurring theme in the Bible, and each verse in this episode provides an instruction about how to quiet the mind and get the rest we crave. 

Snippet from the Show 
Worry is where you pay today for something that could possibly happen tomorrow. It keeps us up at night. But Matthew 26:33 says, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.”

SHOWNOTES

<ul>
<li>Daniel 2:1 - In the second year of the reign of Nebuchadnez′zar, Nebuchadnez′zar had dreams; and his spirit was troubled, and his sleep left him.</li>
<li>Psalm 121:3-4 - He will not let your foot be moved, he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.</li>
<li>Matthew 8:23-24 - And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep.</li>
<li>Proverbs 6:9-11 - How long will you lie there, O sluggard? When will you arise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a vagabond, and want like an armed man.</li>
<li>Proverbs 20:13 - Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of bread.</li>
<li>Psalm 127:2 - It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.</li>
<li>Psalm 36:4 - He plots mischief while on his bed; he sets himself in a way that is not good</li>
<li>Proverbs 4:14-16 - Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it; do not go on it; turn away from it and pass on. For they cannot sleep unless they have done wrong; they are robbed of sleep unless they have made some one stumble.</li>
<li>Matthew 6:25-27 - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink, nor about your body, what you shall put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add one cubit to his span of life?”</li>
<li>Matthew 26:32-33 - For the Gentiles seek all these things; and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.</li>
<li>Proverbs 3:24-26 - If you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden panic, or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes; for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.</li>
<li>Philippians 4:6-7 - Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.</li>
<li>Psalm 91:1-5 - He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides in the shadow of the Almighty, will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence; he will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, 
The Lord sustains you</li>
<li>Psalm 3:5 - I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the Lord sustains me.</li>
<li>Psalm 4:8 - In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for thou alone, O Lord, makest me dwell in safety. 
Honest day’s work</li>
<li>Ecclesiastes 5:12 - Sweet is the sleep of a laborer, whether he eats little or much; but the surfeit of the rich will not let him sleep.</li>
<li>Psalm 119:62 - At midnight I rise to praise thee, because of thy righteous ordinances.</li>
<li>Psalm 23 - The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; thou anointest my head with oil, my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.</li>
<li>Matthew 11:28-30 - “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”</li>
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Having Trouble Sleeping? Scripture is Ambien for the Soul

Today I chat with my kids about Advent and apart from being adorable they actually have some pretty cool insights. Enjoy! Check out our website: <a href= "https://www.cameronfradd.com/">https://www.cameronfradd.com/</a> Please support us on Patreon (Thank you!!!): https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies

166: Discussing Advent w/ The Fraddlets

In this episode we begin our 3 part study of <a href= "https://amzn.to/2KQa62t">"Gaudete Et Exsultate (Rejoice and Be Glad)" by Pope Francis</a>. We start with a discussion of Chapter 1, "The Call to Holiness", and that this call is not for the elite, but for everyone to live out in their own unique way. We talk about the misconceptions of what holiness looks like, share some personal stories of how God brought freedom to areas we felt pressure to live a certain way, and how God wants us to come alive. One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Sr. Miriam's One Thing - The Prayer of Release</li> <li>Michelle's One Thing - <a href="https://amzn.to/2J9yBva">"One Beautiful Dream: The Rollicking Tale of Family Chaos, Personal Passions, and Saying Yes to Them Both" by Jennifer Fulwiler</a></li> <li>Michelle's Other One Thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/2LeU6Hi">"My Reading Life" by Pat Conroy</a></li> <li> Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/lecture/religion-and-the-opening-up-of-the-mind-google-talk/5770/"> Bishop Robert Barron's talk to Google staff</a></li> <li>Heather's other One Thing - Corn and bean salsa Recipe</li> </ul> One can of sweet corn whole kernel drained One can black beans drained Juice of one fresh lime A handful or two of chopped cilantro (to your taste) Half a jar of salsa (your choice) 1 cup (ish) grated medium or sharp cheddar cheese A little shake of salt Stir together and serve with corn tortilla chips If it needs more flavor add more salsa and/or lime juice Discussion Questions: <ol> <li>Discuss the quote, "Holiness is the most attractive face of the Church"?</li> <li>Holiness is lived out in the little things and flows out to the big things. What are some ways that you choose to live out holiness in little ways?</li> <li>How have you possibly misunderstood what holiness is "supposed to look like" in your life, vocation, and work and how have you felt pressured by this?</li> <li>Where is God trying to make you come more alive this week?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li>Am I more interested in having more followers on social media than making disciples of Jesus?</li> <li>What areas do you feel pressure in your life to be and live a certain way? How might God want to bring freedom?</li> <li>How do you think that you are called to live out your holiness in a personal way, that is specific to your unique gifts and personality?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "Holiness is the most attractive face of the Church" - Pope Francis

S03 Episode 21: Book Study - Gaudete Et Exsultate Chapter 1 (Part 1)

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