In this video, Fr. Mike Schmitz offers some suggestions on how to pray. Prayer is not an option for Christians. Prayer requires putting in some effort.
Videos
Four Reasons for Almsgiving Video
In this video, Fr. Mike Schmitz tells us why we should give alms. It is not to make us feel good about ourselves. But there are some important reasons why we should practice almsgiving.
Four Reasons for Fasting Video
Why should Christians fast? In this video, Fr. Mike Schmitz explains what some good reasons for fasting.
Preparing for Lent Video
In this video, Fr Mike Schmitz talks about how to prepare for Lent. The point of Lent is get rid of something which is keeping us from Jesus and to take steps which will bring us closer to Jesus.
Spiritual Insights for LGBT Catholics
In this video, Fr. James Martin gives some insights for LGBT Catholics who are struggling with their Catholic faith. Keep these basic facts in mind: God loves you. God created you. God is on your side. Jesus cares about you. The church is your home.
The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time: Life Teen Summit Reflection
In this video from Life Teen, Joel Stepanek helps us understand the readings for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A. There is a lot of love in this week’s readings.
Love Your Enemies and Pray for Those Who Persecute You (Video)
This video from Holy Heroes tells us that Jesus instructs us to love others even when it isn’t easy, which is the gospel for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A. A coloring sheet and Mass quiz are also available for each week. Use these to prepare for Sunday Mass at home or for Children’s Liturgy of the Word.
The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Life Teen Summit Reflection
In this video from Life Teen, Joel Stepanek helps us understand the readings for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A. We make choices about whether to obey Gods law or not.
Let Your Yes Mean Yes and Your No Mean No (Video)
This video from Holy Heroes tells us that Jesus instructs us to keep our promises and do what is right, which is the gospel for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A. A coloring sheet and Mass quiz are also available for each week. Use these to prepare for Sunday Mass at home or for Children’s Liturgy of the Word.
You Are the Light of the World (Video)
This video from Holy Heroes tells us that we must let the light of Christ shine through us, which is the gospel for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A. A coloring sheet and Mass quiz are also available for each week. Use these to prepare for Sunday Mass at home or for Children’s Liturgy of the Word.