Recommended Resources

Catholics and Protestants alike have been experiencing life change through studying God's word with Father Mike Schmitz for two years now! First produced in 2021, the Bible in a Year Podcast journeys through the entire Bible in one year with 20-35 minute daily readings, reflections, and prayer. Click on the image above from Ascension Press to access the podcast and free reading plan. 

"Habits for Holiness" is a wonderful reflective read for anyone who wants to grow in prayer and develop virtues that support Christian living.  Each chapter is divided into short sections, each followed by meaningful reflection questions. Many books on spiritual disciplines are so lofty that they cannot be applied to everyday life. While those that are tangible can often lack in depth. "Habits for Holiness" is attainable while also drawing you deeper! I appreciate that and think you will too! 

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If you are Catholic Christian and want to better understand what the Church believes, a person considering converting to Catholicism, or a Christian of another tradition who wants to better understand your Catholic brothers and sisters I highly recommend the Catechism in a Year Podcast. Being recorded in 2023, Father Mike Schmitz is reading and reflecting on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For further reflections for each day of the podcast you can find prompts from me on Instagram @contemplative_ciay

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