FR. MIKE SCHMITZ’S 5 FAVORITE THINGS ABOUT HOW A DEVOTION TO THE BLESSED MOTHER HELPS US DEEPEN OUR CATHOLIC FAITH

Here are 5 ways Our Lady helps us deepen our faith.

1. She is our mother. Fr. Schmitz believes that Mary is our mother in the spiritual sense. She is the one who intercedes for us before God and who helps us to grow in faith and love. He has said that “Mary is the one who always takes us by the hand and leads us to her Son, Jesus.”
2. She is a model of faith. Fr. Schmitz admires Mary’s faith. He has said that “Mary is the perfect example of faith.” He believes that we can learn a lot from her about how to trust in God and to follow his will.
3. She is our comfort in suffering. Fr. Schmitz knows that life can be difficult. He has said that “Mary is the one who consoles us in our suffering.” He believes that we can turn to her for comfort and strength when we are going through difficult times.
4. She is our inspiration to holiness. Fr. Schmitz believes that Mary is an inspiration to holiness. He has said that “Mary is the one who helps us to become saints.” He believes that we can learn a lot from her about how to live a holy life.
5. She is our advocate in heaven. Fr. Schmitz believes that Mary prays for us constantly. He has said that “Mary is always there, interceding for us before her Son.” He believes that we can trust her to bring our prayers to God and to help us to obtain his graces.

Fr. Schmitz encourages us to grow in our devotion to the Blessed Mother. He believes that she is a powerful intercessor, a model of faith, a source of comfort, and an inspiration to holiness. He has said that “The more we love Mary, the more we will love Jesus.”

Here are some specific ways to grow in a devotion to the Blessed Mother:

• Pray the Rosary. The Rosary is a beautiful prayer that meditates on the mysteries of Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. It is a powerful way to grow in faith and love of Christ.
• Visit a Marian shrine. Marian shrines are places where people go to pray to Mary. They can be a powerful place to experience the presence of Mary and to grow in your relationship with her.
• Read about Mary’s life. There are many books and articles about Mary’s life. Reading about her can help you to learn more about her and to grow closer to her.
• Ask Mary to pray for you. Mary is a powerful intercessor for the faithful. When you ask her to pray for you, she will bring your prayers to God.
• Follow Mary’s example. Mary lived a life of virtue and obedience to God. When you follow her example, you are following Christ.

Growing in a devotion to the Blessed Mother is a lifelong journey. It is a journey of faith, hope, and love. It is a journey that is worth taking.

ABOUT Fr. Mike Schmitz

HE is best known for his popular YouTube videos and podcast, The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz). The podcast has been downloaded over 350 million times and has been featured on Apple’s Top Podcasts chart. Fr. Schmitz is also the author of several books, including “The Bible in a Year: A Daily Reading Plan” and “A Year with the Saints: Daily Reflections on the Lives of the Saints.”

Fr. Schmitz is a Catholic priest and the director of youth and young adult ministry for the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota. He is known for his approachable and down-to-earth style, and he has a knack for making the Bible accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. His videos and podcasts have helped to introduce the Bible to a new generation of Catholics and Protestants alike.

Fr. Schmitz is also a frequent speaker at Catholic events and conferences. He is a passionate advocate for the Catholic faith, and he is committed to helping people grow in their faith and love of God.

Here are some of the other things that Fr. Mike Schmitz is known for:

• His YouTube channel, Ascension Presents, .
• He has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic.
• He was named one of Our Sunday Visitor’s 2021 Catholics of the Year.
• He is the recipient of the 2022 Cardinal John P. Foley Award for excellence and innovation in Catholic storytelling.

Fr. Mike Schmitz is a rising star in the Catholic Church. He is a gifted communicator and a passionate advocate for the faith. His work is helping to make the Catholic faith more accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.