In the wake of Pope Francis’s passing, Fr. Mike Schmitz shares a powerful reflection on loss, legacy, and the enduring mission of the Church.
He reminds us that while every soul is uniquely irreplaceable, the roles we hold can be entrusted to others because our identity is rooted not in what we do, but in who we are. May this truth bring you great hope as w ... Show More
Sep 16
Fr. Mike on the Charlie Kirk Shooting & The Real Cause of Violence
If you've been rocked by all of the death, violence, and destruction in the news these past few weeks, you are not alone. Fr. Mike offers guidance during this difficult time, and reflects on Charlie Kirk's words: "When people stop talking, that's when you get violence." Fr. Mike ... Show More
12m 19s
Jul 2024
The Missing Link: Brotherhood in Modern Catholicism
Today, we discuss an aspect of Catholicism that affects our ability to live out our calling in life, grow as a community, evangelize to others, and love as Christ requires. When we think of our relationships and how we are called to be friends, it only scratches the surface of th ... Show More
30m 19s
Apr 2025
Why the only future worth building includes everyone | His Holiness Pope Francis
A single individual is enough for hope to exist, and that individual can be you, says His Holiness Pope Francis in this searing TED Talk delivered directly from Vatican City. In a hopeful message to people of all faiths, to those who have power as well as those who don't, the spi ... Show More
19m 21s
Oct 2024
“Rebuild My Church:” The Hidden Story of How St. Francis of Assisi Changed the World
St. Francis of Assisi truly changed the world with his radical poverty, love of God, and JOY. I am SO excited for this episode on one of my favorite saints!
We go through Francis’ life story—his lavishly wealthy upbringing, fighting in the Crusades, and eventually losing interest ... Show More
14m 50s
May 2025
WOF 488: The Legacy of Pope Francis
Pope Francis passed away at the age of eighty-eight on Easter Monday. He was the first pope from Latin America, the first Jesuit pope, and the first pope to take the name “Francis,” after St. Francis of Assisi. What stood out in his twelve-year pontificate? How does his papacy co ... Show More
35m 59s
Apr 2025
Can the Catholic Church Quit the Culture Wars?
On this episode of “Interesting Times,” Ross Douthat is joined by the Rev. James Martin, a Jesuit priest and an editor of America Magazine, to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis and the challenges facing the next papacy.02:20 The First Jesuit Pope05:23 Google Translate and Exc ... Show More
57m 42s