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📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Together, with Fr. Mike, we examine both our respect for the integrity of creation as well as the Church’s broader social doctrine. Fr. Mike emphasizes that we owe animals kindness because they have been entrusted to our stewardship, but also that we must have a balanced relationship with them. He then goes on to examine the Church’s Social Doctrine in our postmodern world, focusing on capitalism, socialism, and communism. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2415-2425. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Beginning our look at the seventh commandment, the Catechism focuses on the universal destination of goods and the private ownership of goods. Fr. Mike helps us understand that at first glance, these concepts may seem contradictory, but upon closer inspection, they are paradoxical. Each concept is necessary, and they must be held “in tension”. We have the right to private property, and at the same time, we should have the mindset that we are stewards of our earthly possessions and talents with the intention of using them to benefit others. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2401-2406. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The Catechism continues on with other offenses against the dignity of marriage and concludes our look at the sixth commandment. Polygamy, incest, sexual abuse, and free union are reviewed in detail. Fr. Mike highlights that these sins are grave, but God gives hope to all of us experiencing wounds or guilt. We have the opportunity to change in order to live in accordance with the Gospel. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2387-2400. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The Catechism goes into detail about offenses against the dignity of marriage. The two topics we look at are adultery and divorce. These sins against marriage are not isolated between the spouses, but affect others including family, children, and society. With this, Fr. Mike reminds us that we live in a broken world, but God is among us, and he is a merciful Father with the ability to redeem. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2380-2386. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Children are a gift from God. Children have integrity and rights. With these key principles in mind, Fr. Mike reviews the Catechism’s teachings about marriage, family, child bearing, sterility, and adoption. Because “a child is not something owed to one but is a gift”, we must protect the dignity of the child at the forefront of all decisions. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2373-2379. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Married love has an “innate language” of total and mutual self-giving. This language expresses itself in the marital act of sexual intimacy. Marital love mirrors God’s love. It is free, total, faithful, and fruitful. Fr. Mike explains that in the face of this reality, contraception and infidelity directly contradict the marital covenant between a man and a woman. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2364-2372. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Fr. Mike guides us through the Catechism’s discussion of same-sex attraction. He highlights that all of the Church’s teachings on sexuality stem from her embrace of God’s intended and revealed purpose for sex. Fr. Mike stresses that this understanding of sexuality is core to our understanding of ourselves and the world in which we live. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2357-2363. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) What is God's intended purpose for our sexuality? We confront several significant transgressions that hinder this design. These offenses include lust, the consumption of pornography, and engagement in prostitution. Fr. Mike offers us a poignant reminder that despite these sins, our intrinsic human dignity remains unblemished and worthy of reverence. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2351-2356. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) We are all called to the virtue of chastity, which integrates our sexuality within the fullness of our person. Chastity trains us in freedom, teaching us how to direct and guide our desires. Fr. Mike explains that this virtue requires sustained effort and leads to self-mastery and peace. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2337-2345. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) What are the different types of chastity? We learn chastity is "a school of the gift of the person." Mastering ourselves enables us to gift ourselves to another. Fr. Mike explains that chastity bears fruit in the form of true friendship. He explains that God calls everyone to this virtue, no matter his vocation. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2346-2350. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Why did God create us male and female? We begin our journey through the sixth commandment by learning about the meaning of human sexuality and the complementarity between men and women. Fr. Mike underscores the significance of the body in revealing our sexuality and our vocation to love. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2331-2336. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The Church offers us a consistent ethic of life from the moment of conception until death. In today’s “Nugget Day,” we review the main takeaways from our readings about the fifth commandment. Fr. Mike reiterates that the Church’s teachings on the value of human life stem from the truth that every human life is sacred; God wills each person for his own sake. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2318-2330. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The Church urges us to pray and work for peace to avoid the evils and injustices of war. Because we live in a broken world, the Church also offers guidance on approaching war. Fr. Mike breaks down just war theory and the criteria of legitimate defense by military force under principles of moral law. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2307-2317. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸Twitter: ( / ascensionpress ) 🔸LinkedIn: ( / ascension-press ) 🔸Instagram: ( / catholicfaithformation ) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Peace is not simply an absence of war. Fr. Mike breaks down the Catechism’s teachings about peace as the "work of justice and the effect of charity.” We learn that to cultivate true peace, we must do more than avoid anger, hatred, and harm to our neighbor; we must actively work toward becoming agents of peace. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2302-2306. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The Catechism looks at matters relating to scientific research, bodily integrity, and the dead with the lens of the dignity of the human person. Fr. Mike helps us navigate the Catechism’s teachings by acknowledging science and technology as a good while emphasizing restrictions and conditions to ensure respect for the dignity of persons. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2292-2301. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Our health is a gift from God, and so we have a responsibility to care for it. Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of caring for our health while also explaining that we cannot idolize our health and bodies as an absolute good. If we do idolize health, it can greatly distort the way we view the dignity of those around us. He also unpacks the virtue of temperance, defining it as, “doing the right thing, in the right way, at the right time.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2288-2291. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) We have seen how harming ourselves or others physically is a violation of the fifth commandment, but how can causing harm to another’s virtue or integrity violate this commandment? Fr. Mike unpacks what scandal is and exactly how it is a violation of the fifth commandment. He emphasizes the gravity of scandal when it comes from those who, by nature, teach, and how vital it is for all of us, but especially teachers, to avoid contributing to scandal. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2284-2287. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) The cross of suicide is a violation of the fifth commandment that, tragically, many of us have been impacted by in our world today. Fr. Mike explains that we are stewards of the life that God has entrusted to us, not owners. Our lives are precious gifts, and we have a responsibility to care for them. He also emphasizes that we should not lose hope for the eternal salvation of those who take their own lives. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2280-2283. Listener discretion advised. This episode contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please contact someone you can trust and/or contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (available 24 hours everyday). You are loved, you are beautiful, and you are absolutely irreplaceable. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Continuing our examination of the fifth commandment, we look at various ways in which one may sin against this commandment as it relates to homicide. The Catechism addresses three categories of homicide: direct and intentional killing, indirectly killing, and unintentionally killing. Fr. Mike explores this grave topic with resonating examples and explains the varying degrees of moral culpability. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2268-2269. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) We continue our examination of the fifth commandment, taking a closer look at the sin of euthanasia. Fr. Mike emphasizes that whatever the motive, the action of ending a life in order to eliminate suffering is still a sin. He also emphasizes that palliative care, however, is an important and special form of charity and love. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2276-2279. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) Together, with Fr. Mike, we examine the wound of abortion. Fr. Mike emphasizes that all human life deserves protection, especially the unborn, but he also emphasizes the importance of God’s mercy. He explains that those who have procured an abortion are excommunicated, subject to the conditions established by Canon Law. However, the excommunication does not limit the scope of God’s mercy, but rather highlights the gravity of the sin. Fr. Mike concludes by highlighting that if abortion is a part of your story, you are encouraged to take the step towards confession and forgiveness, to be met with mercy and love and be welcomed home. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2270-2275. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) 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. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) We begin exploring the fifth commandment: “you shall not kill”. The Catechism reminds us that human life is sacred, and we must not take the life of another innocent human. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus takes this commandment even further as he calls us to avoid anger, hatred, and vengeance in addition to loving our enemies. By forgiving and extending to others the same love and mercy we are willing to extend to ourselves, we are respecting the dignity of that person. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2258-2262. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/

📖 Follow along with the official Catechism in a Year Reading Plan (https://AscensionPress.com/CIY) We take a look at what the Catechism teaches about the Church in relation to political communities. Every institution has their own vision of what it means to be human, which shapes their policies. Because the Church knows the truth, that every person is made in the image and likeness of God, the Church must weigh in to ensure that the dignity of the human person is at the forefront of political decisions and policies. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2244-2257. Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Ascension is committed to creating media that helps Catholics grow in their faith. Catechism in a Year promises to do just that — that’s why, no matter what, we’re making it. This podcast is free and always will be. But, we have limited resources. With funding from generous supporters like you, we can do even more than simply create the podcast. Would you consider supporting Ascension’s free media? https://tinyurl.com/2s4bh77b. No amount is too small! Although not tax-deductible, the financial support we receive goes towards the creation of podcasts and videos that help Catholics grow in their faith. If you’d like to learn more about what we do with gifting, go to https://AscensionPress.com/pages/Supp.... Thank you and God bless you! — MORE FROM ASCENSION — 🔸Shop Ascension: (https://tinyurl.com/mrxbzx53) 🔸Ascension Free Media: (https://Media.AscensionPress.com) 🔸The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: (https://tinyurl.com/y4e7as84) — SOCIAL MEDIA — 🔸Facebook: (https://Facebook.com/AscensionPress) 🔸Twitter: (https://Twitter.com/AscensionPress) 🔸LinkedIn: (https://LinkedIn.com/company/Ascensio...) 🔸Instagram: (https://Instagram.com/CatholicFaithFo...) If you’d like to contribute to Fr. Mike’s campus ministry in Duluth, MN, visit https://BullDogCatholic.org/donate/