The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 105: It Is Finished (2022)

April 15th, 2022  |  25 mins 9 secs

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In our final reading from the Gospel of John, we hear about the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Fr. Mike points out the connection between the Paschal lamb and Jesus, and also the connection between the Last Supper and the Crucifixion. Today's readings are John 19-21 and Proverbs 6:16-22.

Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2021)

November 17th, 2021  |  26 mins 46 secs

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Fr. Mike highlights how Jesus didn't pray in order get something from God, he prayed in order to be close to God. He also points to Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane as a perfect example of how we should pray with honesty and trust. Lastly, Fr. Mike provides insights on the significance of the walk to Emmaus and Jesus' last words on the cross. The readings are Luke 22:39-24 and Proverbs 26:20-23.

Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Luke (with Jeff Cavins) -2021

November 9th, 2021  |  33 mins 53 secs

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Welcome to the last Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of Luke and highlight the distinctive aspects of this synoptic Gospel. We learn that the Gospel of Luke uniquely captures the humanity of Jesus, the role of women, Jesus' frequent engagement with individuals on the margins, and the mystery of the Ascension.

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Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Matthew (with Jeff Cavins) - 2021

September 15th, 2021  |  39 mins 7 secs

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Welcome to the third Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of Matthew and explain what makes this gospel unique, particularly its emphasis on Jesus' call to discipleship, which continues to apply to all of us today.

Day 154: The Baptism of Jesus (2021)

June 3rd, 2021  |  27 mins 58 secs

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As we begin reading the Gospel of Mark, Fr. Mike points out several amazing details about the baptism of Jesus, as well as the significance of the healing of the paralytic. The readings are Mark 1-2 and Psalm 11.

Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Mark (with Jeff Cavins) - 2021

June 3rd, 2021  |  25 mins 58 secs

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Welcome to the second Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of Mark and discuss how this short Gospel helps us understand both the identity and mission of Jesus.