My husband & I were non practicing Catholics for over 40 years. Last month he texted me the Hallow app so we could compete in the Daily Quiz. Slowly I began to poke around the app - just looking. But the more I looked and listened to Father Mike, the more my mind & heart opened to God. One day I told my husband, “I want God in my life. I want to walk with Jesus. And I want to go to confession and Mass.” “I thought you’d never ask,” he said. Thank you God for working through Father Mike. I foolishly gave up on you for so many years, but you never gave up on me. Thank you.

@teresaleporati7574

Жыл бұрын

Welcome home!!! 🙏❤️🕊❤️🙏

@michellecrossley9151

Жыл бұрын

This is beautiful!

@jessicaj8148

Жыл бұрын

That is so sweet.

@dherd

11 ай бұрын

Awesome!!

@matthewpoerschmann1373

10 ай бұрын

Bless you ❤️

TAR............. the process of going to confession: TELL God ASK for forgiveness RELY on God Amen.....pray

Forgive me father for I am sometimes dry in prayer. Please nourish my prayer life❤

@AlexanderBrown77

Жыл бұрын

🩸all🩸 1 John 1 kJV 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. ✝️ The gospel of your salvation 🩸 Ephesians 1 kJV 13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, 1 Corinthians 15 kJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3 kJV 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

@gvh4168

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexanderBrown77 WoW and I thank you for your generous reply and Gospel references!! I read and re-read coz those passages are speaking TO ME😊 God knows I want a deeper relationship w/the Holy Trinity. As a returning Catholic, I truly have faith in Him. Yet I am wobbly and doubtful sometimes. I think the devil is trying to take me back. It is a daily fight we must face everyday, to avoid transgression and listen to God. Thx again, friend

@AlexanderBrown77

Жыл бұрын

@@gvh4168 ♥️ have a wonderful day. 1 John 5 kJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

@gvh4168

Жыл бұрын

@@AlexanderBrown77 You seem to know the right thing to say! Amen

@jeffreybabino8161

10 ай бұрын

Hi Dr Mike great job I have a question I only remember the Lord's prayer I don't remember the other ones can you please help me I read and pray every day I read the Bible every morning thanks✝️❤️🙏

Sometimes, the only thing I can say is, “Jesus, I love you. I love you with all my heart and all my soul. “

I have a good prayer that I just made up: I repent all the sins that I have ever committed, big or small, even those that I have already repented, for the devil is nothing but lies and sadness. I seek to live an eternity with you, Christ Jesus, an eternity filled with love and happiness. I seek to be forgiven of all my sins so I may be made new again, body and soul, in resurrection of the dead and the second coming of Christ, which I await hopefully.

@AlineJoyGoodchild

4 күн бұрын

Beautiful. Blessings.

@AlexWalford-jm3mg

3 күн бұрын

@@AlineJoyGoodchild thanks, I came up with that on the bus

My daughter joined a Catholic computer dating service and unfortunately found some really awful guys. I told her she would find the right one someday. Finally, she asked God, "If I'm supposed to be married, show me the man I'm supposed to marry. If I'm not supposed to be married, show me what I should do with my life." She met a wonderful man, they've been married for almost 4 years and he is almost like another son for me. So, this T.A.R. routine really works.

@henok.l4202

3 ай бұрын

That is beautiful

Fr. Mike, I am continually impressed by your charisma and how you use it to minister to us. I’m praying for you; please pray for me. Thanks be to God for you reaching out to us. It makes a difference.

Pray the Rosary daily. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

@bambeeqgc3586

11 ай бұрын

Lord help me.say 3 full hail Mary properly

@jaqian

4 ай бұрын

​@@bambeeqgc3586Say them any way you can, it's the effort that's important. Before you know it you'll be saying the rosary daily. Don't worry about perfection, Our Lady will take them and make them perfect and present them to Our Lord.

Father Mike.. you’re the best! Thank you for such clarity ✝️🙏🏻🌹

Hey all, could you please pray for me, I’m filled with stress right now and, I haven’t been able to go to church for the past couple of years and I really want to come back. Thank you all and may God bless you. 🫶🫶

Commit your ways to the Lord,put your trust in Him,and let Him act.plsm 37

Father Mike would you give us your blessing at the end of your talk? It’ so powerful and helps get me through the day! There I just practiced T- A- R.

Every time I go to confession I become a beginner. I go to confession... a lot, 😬

@boom-bm1kl

Жыл бұрын

@@Call_Upon_YAH you realize in that same breath by quoting your kjv, you're admitting there's multiple bibles. Also, the kjv came from the first Catholic bible. You know, the bible that the holy Spirit guided the writers and the Catholic Church that put the bible together. But, I guess Luther knew better than the Holy Spirit when he decided to remove books and add at least one word and by doing so made the kjv contradict itself. The bible can't contradict itself, the problem is, Luther's does. Hope that helps

@TheFaceSoap

11 ай бұрын

​@@Call_Upon_YAHye that be self-righteous, quitteth ye posthaste with thine ridiculous copypasta!

@LoriBothwell

11 ай бұрын

Have you heard of the term beginners mind where you come from a place of humility and with fresh eyes? That’s a beautiful thing! 👏

@bethanne558cooke7

11 ай бұрын

Can you pray to relatives that have passed?

@boom-bm1kl

11 ай бұрын

@@bethanne558cooke7 don't quote me but I believe I remember father Chris saying you can, but it's better to pray for them because none of us know if our relatives made it for sure. He said, it's better to pray to Mary and the saints for their intercession and of course to Jesus as well

God im sad scared lonely frightened through being ill God im asking for your help if you could spare any healing I would be so so grateful give me a chance let me be well again so I may serve you and help others God I rely on you to do what ever you need to do I believe you want to heal me I trust you I thank you in Jesus mighty name Amen 🙏

Am a senior, have all free time to say prayer everyday, especially the rosary. Offering it for peace in the world, peace in families, for hostilities to end, for all good intentions of humanity.

I struggle deeply with prayer. Thank you very much, Fr. Mike Schmitz!

@lucymartinez6910

Жыл бұрын

We can also direct our thoughts to God. You know how we all have our own thoughts in our head? Well I usually direct my thoughts to God and it helps 😊

'Tell, Ask and Rely on the Lord'. Thank you and God Bless you Fr. Mike for another great video.

Fr Mike = Insightful + funny - I like it!! 😊

Prayer is the one thing that gives me hope because I’m clinging on to hope 😔 there’s someone who I will never give up on. Jesus I trust in you ❤ And 1st also!

Thank you so much for this video. I wanted to share something a pastor taught me: “HBO.” Pray & ask the Lord what it is that we’re to HEAR, what it is we’re to BELIEVE, & what is it we’re to OBEY. God bless.🙏🏻❤️

I was recently gifted a blessed miraculous medal by a friend, my prayer life has been transformed…🙏🏻

You are speaking to my heart so much on this as I have for weeks now felt like I am lost and failing at something as simple as having an honest conversation with God. Thank you for this. Very timely. I think it’s a sign :)

@avaryserpa

Жыл бұрын

God is truly working in your life ❤

I just talk to God - over the years it's a relationship that has deepened and very personal between me and my creator. God is such a patient listener. Even when I was a little girl in a difficult childhood I was aware of something bigger out there I could turn to, that always gave me hope that the bad stuff would not last. God is my constant companion. My conversations with God can be about deeper stuff and sometimes me going 'seriously God!?' about something like a blocked drain. I can almost hear him replying 'yep seriously Leazy - time to call your kvetchy landlord and his magic plumbing rods.' Without God what am I? He gave me life.

@AussieBenita

3 ай бұрын

@leazy1618 Thanks for the smile you gave me. *That* is a beautiful relationship you and God share. 🌻Keep it up😁

God bless you, Father. I needed this today.

Thank you Father Mike for sharing this message with us today.

God help me to pry better, to love you better and to follow you better. I do love you, honor you, trust you, respect and praise you. Please make me better for in your imagine I strive to be more like you. Please be here for me. Your gift of salvation is the most unexpected gift, thank you so much. Lead me please.

I went to Eucharistic Adoration 2 days ago. First I prayed the prayer before the cross. Then I told Him how wonderful it was to be with Him. And thanked Him for everything in my life. Then I asked Him to just talk to me. Of course I couldn’t hear His voice so I would just say little things then tell myself to be still. The next day I awoke with a few prayers and started about my day, which is being lazy and playing games on my phone. I knew I had things to do but started ignoring them. Until I felt this gentle, loving prodding and without a thought went and cleaned the dishes and counter tops. The whole day went like that. For the first time in ages I could feel His presence. Going back tonight for more “talk”🥰🙏

This is what I usually do, but I add an extra T somewhere, meaning to give thanks for whatever I'm experiencing

@danielojeda3965

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for that, that thanks is very helpful

Thank you for this video, Fr. Mike. I struggle so much with prayer, always wondering if I’m doing it right or spending enough time with it. I always feel like I’m falling short. 🙏✝️ 🛐

I thank God for Fr. Mike to clearly explain TAR, Amen

Thank you Fr. Mike! This will help to organize my thoughts in prayer for sure.

Thank you so much Father Mike. After finding you here and the Bible In A Year I have been coming back to faith. The Lord sent me to find you and it is making a tremendous difference in my life and my family.

@meihui7767

Жыл бұрын

Amen

Father thank you love listening to your videos Amen God is good all the time Amen all the time God is good Amen thank you Lord Jesus Amen ❤ 🎉

@bernadettemchugh4861

Жыл бұрын

I well light a candle for you Father Thank you 🎉

I needed this so badly, God-sent! Thank you, padre

TAR, I believe, will help fill the potholes in life.

@jaqian

4 ай бұрын

😂

Wow! Great, easy, user-friendly TAR. We rely on Papa’s loving character to do what’s in our ultimate interest. Amen!

@AlexanderBrown77

Жыл бұрын

🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 2 Thessalonians 1 kJV 8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: 9 Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power; ✝️ The gospel of your salvation 🩸 Ephesians 1 kJV 13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, ✝️ gospel 🩸 1 Corinthians 15 kJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3 kJV 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; ♥️know♥️ 1 John 5 kJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

ST. MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA: “We create all kinds of difficulties in our prayer. Let us go back to what Jesus has taught - the intimate and simple prayer: ‘Our Father...’ Even little children can pray this.”

So many wonderful prayers on You Tube by the Catholic Crusade. Sometimes you can just speak to Him like a friend. Be honest even if it’s just disjointed and raw. It’s humble and honest. It needn’t be complicated. I always thought it had to be formal and complicated, not so.

Ask, seek, knock.

Perfectly clear and simple! TAR=Tell-Ask-Rely!! That works!

Fr. Mike this is so helpful. I’ve felt like I’ve hit a wall in my spiritual life and things feel difficult right now in praying. With this reminder of the basics, I think I can restart and will grow closer to Him.😊

Good message, but I would add another "R" on the end of TAR. The additional"R" is for "Receive.". Receive what you have asked for in advance of manifestation, and praise God for it, and watch it manifest.😊

@karenjohnson5634

3 ай бұрын

That’s cool!!!! I like that!

Can you do a deeper dive on what "rely on God" means? Rely on what? How do you know you are relying on the correct thing? We still have to act. Its not like we say we are relying on him and the sit there motionless for hours or days until god takes over control of our faculties and bodies and does what we needed for us. So while we are engaged in the relevant action, how do you distinguish what you are reliant on versus what action you supplying yourself and do so accurately? Even if you achieve what you asked for, how do you know your prayer had any impact? What if you were just capable all along and you just did the action yourself? We obviously don't want to take credit for things god provides, but we also don't want to see god in things he isn't doing, as we might miss what he actually intended. So how do you determine what actually to rely on and not what you think god means?

I prayed for you to God. In my infancy of faith you have taught me a lot I thank you

Thank you Fr. Mike

I ❤this video, I agree with you Father, communication is the key in relationships so yes I talk to God, Jesus and Virgin Mary all the time❤️

I am in Ethiopia and I want to keep Injera in Ethiopia 🦁 and Waha or Water in my Land Of The Lion Of Judah 🦁! I LOVE YOU My CATHOLIC GOD and Villanova Preparatory High School 🦁🎸⚽️⛪️!

Boy do I rely on your wisdom!

Thanks!

St. Padre Pio's version is 'Pray, hope and do not worry.' :)

Father thank you . Amen God is good all the time Amen all the time God is good Amen thank you Lord Jesus Amen ❤🎉

My journy to Jesus is slow (as I asked for). I suddenly thought it is time to pray and do so not as a one off, but a first of many. I searched Prayer for beginners and found this first. I take it as a sign, because not only does it feel welcoming and true, I also happen to have the Name Michael after the Nickname of my father and the Lastname Schmitz. So I listen to Father Mike Schmitz and all makes sense. Thanks to you and the Lord.

I have to always remember the Our Father because it says it all. Your will be done. That's it. I talk to The Blessed Holy Trinity daily and pray the He will take care of everything 🙏.

Thank you, Father Mike...love it!! ❤

GOD IS LIFE

Thank you for this, Fr. Mike. This helped me today.

I so loved this video. A great jumpstart for my prayer.

God put us on this earth to grow. When asking God how to master the obstacles in your way, first ask Him what He would like you to do.

It's not corny, Fr Mike, it's useful to have a way to remember to pray. Thank you. God bless. Claire.

I needed this today. Thank you

Thanks Father. I think that prayer formula is for seasoned prayer warriors too. Keep it simple

Father Mike is just soo uplifting with a contagious personality😊 God Bless

So super, Fr. Mike! This is really really helpful! Thank you for your great guidance! Praying for you every day!

@AlexanderBrown77

Жыл бұрын

🩸all🩸 1 John 1 kJV 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.

Father Mike you make my day ❤️🙏

❤

Thank you so much

Thanks for this

Messages from you brighten my day. God bless you Fr.

I really needed this.

Thank you Father.... Amen

Finally, I know where to start. As a beginner in praying I did not know how it was possible for the "pros" to spend several hours praying, but after watching this, I better understand it. Thank you father Mike!

@AlexanderBrown77

Жыл бұрын

♥️know♥️ 1 John 5 kJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. ✝️ The gospel of your salvation 🩸 Ephesians 1 kJV 13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, 1 Corinthians 15 kJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: 🩸all🩸 1 John 1 kJV 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. Romans 3 kJV 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

Dear God, I welcome the gift of this day. Incline my heart and my every step toward that which pleases you. Send me to be a blessing to someone, somewhere, somehow. And may I see the face of Jesus in the people I meet. Amen❣ If God is your copilot switch seats.

Thank You. father Mike You always make things so simple God Bless You 🙏

Thank you so much, for being an Apostle through the internet 🙏

all I ask is to be shown the right path to walk, I will walk it myself, and I will trust the Lord, for the Lord is my rock.

This was very helpful father thank you. Still struggle in my weakness, sometimes I think I’m afraid to expose myself this much to the Lord. 🥺🙏🏼❤️‍🔥

I'd like to give witness here, sorry if this ends up a tad long. I hit a dry patch in my prayers for the last few days and this morning I started feeling an almost irresistible urge to give in to a sin that I struggled with for years. Determined to fight, I prayed a rosary, asking for help. The pull was getting stronger when I was drawn to my statue of St Michael which holds my St Michael Chaplet. I embraced that chaplet and prayed the Chaplet to St Michael, begging for help with everything I had. By the end, that urge to sin was gone and I felt a Joy filling me and a love that defies mere words. How I wish everyone could feel that.

Fr. Mike~Thank you so very much for this message. It’s a time in my life that this reminder is so very needed. You remain in my prayers. God Bless!

I love the corn bread and I love and pray for Father Mike. You’re the best, well next to my priest Father Aaron Junge. God bless you both. Thank you.

I am not the best at prayer, I will embarrassingly admit. My mind tends to wander a bit and I have trouble staying focused. I am working on it. I will just add that I always like to start out my prayers with thanks to God for what I have received from Him and for His unconditional love for me. Giving thanks for what we do have, gives God the glory and praise that He deserves and helps us keep our concerns in proper perspective. If we are fortunate enough to have food, clothing, shelter, and His love, we are already blessed.

Love from Scotland ❤ Thanks Father Mike x

Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤

Thank you,🙏🏻

Thank you Fr Mike. God bless🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

Thank you father 🙏

Thank you Father Mike!

Thank you Fr. Mike. The ultimatum goal is resurrection and many of us know that. We are however so afraid of the journey that gets us there. The hursts, falls, failures. So, it is often difficult to allow the idea that God always has a “happy end” for us, take over the terrifying “now”. Yet, without this “now” we can’t get to the “happy end”. God knows this and that is why He gives us bearers of the Good News like you. May the Holy Spirit continue to infuse you with His wisdom.

God bless you Fr. Mike!

So thankful for your guidance!

Thank you 😊❤🙏💝

That’s so cool I like it

Your a great man

🙏🙏🙏Thank you

Thankyou For Mike.

T.A.R my way through. My burdens are light. He makes the tar; to smooth out everything; like the pot holes. They give flat tires. Now, in the Evangelical circles: there is a similar prayer: ASK. Ask, Seek, and Knock. But you do not get the new revelation; as a new Catholic for beginners; is this prayer; that God is going to smooth it out; take out all the pot holes. I am a beginner; and I need it.

@MorreHope

Жыл бұрын

@@whereeverthemind There's a road that leads to perdition; Watch and pray; that you'll not be caught with your journey of prayer; or your work be found; incomplete; UNDONE. the devil like a roaring lion roams the earth; seeking; his perverted prayer; to pervert the word of God; prayers for selfish gain; like tarot cards; seeking whom he may devour. The opposite is Light; Jesus seeking for those who will give their hearts to; and worship in spirit and in -Truth.

@MorreHope

Жыл бұрын

@@whereeverthemind I am sorry if I came across strong. You probably were asking a simple question.

Thank you Father

Thank you Father Mike..FOR I needs MY LORD GUIDANCE TO PRAY

God bless you, Father Mike 🙏

Thank you God bless you!

You move my very soul Father Mike.